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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 10:15 PM
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A Different Intake or a Computer Programmer???

Just wanted to get some opinions......I already have an S&B "Cold Air" Intake, which is OK, I don't notice too much of a difference in performance....I've been thinking of trying a different set up like the AEM or Fram Boost.....However, is it worth the extra money for a new Intake or should I get a programmer like the Edge or XCAL and see what kind of performance difference I get with that????
 
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 10:19 PM
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Definately get a tuner first. For me, it's XCal II. Then the intake.

Good luck.
 
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 10:39 PM
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I'd say you'll get a more noticable and overall better improvement with a new tuner. The differences between intakes are nothing compared to what you will get out of a new tuner.
 
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 10:45 PM
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Get the tuner
I have both the edge and diablo. Out of the box the Edge is a great little tuner.
Loads so damn fast its unbelievable..
If you plan on doing some serious modding. such as supercharger.turbocharger get the SCT or Diablo.
If not get the edge it rocks..I am Amazed It feels quicker still have try some 1/4 mile runs..
only thing I dont like.. is the shifting. its kinda weak compared to the diablo
 
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 10:47 PM
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It is worth every penny to get a tuner such as the SCT Excalibur over the superchips 1714. I have had both and there is a difference in performance. I am just guessing but I would think that the edge is good also.
 
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 11:56 PM
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I had the exhaust and intake first and didn't really see much difference except at WOT.

Tuner came next and woke it up!
 
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Old Jun 9, 2006 | 01:00 AM
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Thanks to all who have put their 2 cents in so far....I think I am going to go with the Edge....Maybe the Superchips, but I think I get more for my money with the Edge....
 
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Old Jun 9, 2006 | 01:30 AM
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X-Cal2 all the way
 
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Old Jun 9, 2006 | 01:42 AM
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The S&B is a very good intake. I'd get a tuner for sure.

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X-Cal2 all the way
Do you even have it?
 
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Old Jun 9, 2006 | 05:23 AM
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Tuner for sure.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2006 | 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by ThumperMX113
The S&B is a very good intake. I'd get a tuner for sure.



Do you even have it?
No I dont, but he did ask for my opinion so I gave it.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2006 | 06:54 PM
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I just ordered the Edge online for about $335 including shipping, and no tax....Can't wait for it to get here.....I tried to get it locally but the shop here said he could only sell it to me for $385....
 
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Old Jun 9, 2006 | 06:59 PM
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You'll love it, mine came in 3 days ago the thing rocks
 
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Old Jun 9, 2006 | 07:31 PM
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I have a cheapy Airaid MIT Jr. and didnt notice much with that alone...when I installed the Edge Tuner...HUGE difference. Definately get that tuner first...though an Intake would be a nice compliment.
 
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