Any programmer available for the '04 5.4L yet? If so, how much? Thanks in advance.

 

I don't know about hypertech, but the handheld superchip version is supposed to be released in July. Then again it was supposed to be ready a month or two ago. I think the new computer on the 3V is causing the aftermarket people to work overtime.

 

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Hypertech is garbage. Superchips is coming out with a programmer towards the end of the summer!

 

I'm not trying to start some sheet, but what makes you say that? Bad experience with Hypertech?

 

Hypertech and JET are the generic brand of programmers if you get what i mean. stick to Superchips, and Diablo.

 

You seem to have a problem with Hypertech programmers, Have you had one before? I have had 2 of them, both worked fine. One was for a F150, One was for a F350 V-10 Superduty. I have contacted Hypertech to check on the release date of the current 5.4 liter 3 valve motor handheld Hypertech programmer. They indicated 3 months at least, make's me wonder if Superchips may be jumping the gun a little with their release of a handheld next month. We saw on some of the airfilter companies do the same thing earlier this spring and had some motors damaged. When I called Hypertech they told me if I sent my current V-10 programmer to them they would change it over to the new 5.4 /3 valve motor after it is released for a single charge of 200.00, half the price of a new one from Hypertech or Superchips. I thought that was very customer focused for them to offer that service. They said the tuning of these motors is critical and must be accurate or damage may result. I don't want to take a chance on my truck, Comments....

 

Maybe Hypertech is going to come out after Superchips because they need to quickly copy their programs for their units......jk

 

I doubt that. But anything is possible. I would think the copyright laws would come into play on this issue if anyone would try.

 

I went to 4 wheel parts truck fest a week ago and spoke to reps from both hypertech and superchips. The rep at superchips said they already have a part number and it will be shipping in a month. Hypertech didn't have a date. I have never used a programmer so I am interested to hear more opinions on this.

 

carpenter, dont worry I wasnt insulting Hypertech, it was just a joke. Smile!
I too havent purchased a programmer yet and am interested in both sides of this discussion.