Diablo Predator Question

[topless98gt]

Okay, first of all...I know NOTHING about chips, so forgive me if this is an obvious or stupid question, ie: doesn't make sense.

Do I have to have an aftermarket chip in order to use a Predator tuner, or any tuner for that matter?

How much do these tuner thingys run, and what can I do with them?

Thanks a whole lot, have a great day!

 

[3.8L_of_Pain]

Okay, first of all...I know NOTHING about chips, so forgive me if this is an obvious or stupid question, ie: doesn't make sense.

Do I have to have an aftermarket chip in order to use a Predator tuner, or any tuner for that matter?

How much do these tuner things run, and what can I do with them?

Thanks a whole lot, have a great day!

No. It plugs into the diagnostic port.

I think they are now about $350. Go to diablosport.com to read about the Predator's functions.

 

[propellerhead]

A chip intercepts the signals going in and out of the EEC. The EEC still operates on the stock programming.

The handheld tuners rewrites the program in the EEC.

 

[topless98gt]

A chip intercepts the signals going in and out of the EEC. The EEC still operates on the stock programming.

The handheld tuners rewrites the program in the EEC.

Do you recommend the Predator?

 

[3.8L_of_Pain]

Do you recommend the Predator?

Yes.

Many say the SCT is the best. But I find the tuning and data logging of the Predator very effective. In other words, it does everything I expected, and everything I need. And when you go beyond the basic tune, there is a nationwide network of "Chipmaster Revolution" dealers than can do custom dyno tunes for the Predator.

 

[csledd]

Whichever one you go with, Diablo or SCT.. the outcome is going to be good either way

 

[propellerhead]

Do you recommend the Predator?

Yes. I have one and I'm getting so much out of it. Not only a significant increase in HP/Torque but I have made many adjustments to my shift pressure to find the right setting. I have done a lot of datalogging to help understand and learn what is going on in the engine/drivetrain that is now under the control of a computer. I advanced my WOT timing proportionally and got better 1/8 ETs. I have read and cleared an OBD-II code on my son's 96 Ford Ranger.

It's been 4-5 months since I got it and it's still growing with me. It's not a mod you install and forget. I plan on getting a dynorun soon to see where I'm at with the a/f ratio. That will tell me if I need to adjust it and the Predator will let me do that.

I am also considering a custom tune from RWTD. In addition to tweaking a bit more power, the custom tune can change my part throttle shift points. The Predator will let me load the custom tune.

Check my Cardomain page on it in my sig.

 

[c_a_otoole]

Tunes

I am planning on getting my dynoed and tuned at the shop eventually... but in the mean time is there a tune you can get over the internet for a stock cobra with just a CAI?

 

[tomustang]

Do NOT buy a predator for your 1998 model. they programs and user ability SUCK compared to the 99+ GT's. I'm comming from experence. Do youself a favor and buy an SCT.

 

[hotdog71]

Where is the best place to buy either SCT or Predator from?

Can a tune that comes with the tuner be loaded to more then 1 car? as I want to flash my brother-in laws 03 GT also.

I have already looked on ebay and there is only a couple on there.

 

[four.six]

Where is the best place to buy either SCT or Predator from?

Can a tune that comes with the tuner be loaded to more then 1 car? as I want to flash my brother-in laws 03 GT also.

I have already looked on ebay and there is only a couple on there.

i got my tuner from mustangtuning.com, most of the places will have the same price. nope, u can only tune one car at a time... it is smarter than that

 

[ForPointSex]

You can get a SCT tune (xcal2) from modular depot. The Predator comes with a generic tune while the SCT is custom for your mods.

 

[Give Me TP]

You can get a SCT tune (xcal2) from modular depot. The Predator comes with a generic tune while the SCT is custom for your mods.

That's slightly mistaken. The SCT tunes that are pre-loaded on an XCal2 when you purchase one are not actually custom for your mods, they are based on your vehicle's computer code (or stock tune) which is not unique but rather is used on many vehicles within a model year.

This is common misinformation being posted about the XCal 2. A true custom tune developed for your vehicle only dowloaded with a XCal 2 or Predator differs only in the device used to download it, and requires much more information be provided than a list of mods.