Do I need re-flashing because of headers?
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Do I need re-flashing because of headers?
Hey Mike,
I had posted my negative results when I had first installed the chip. However a few thousand miles later, the chip is performing like was rated to..
I am purchassing a set of headers in the near future, and was not sure if I need
to get the chip flashed for my new mod?
I am considering the JBA stainless, but man theyre pricey. So I may go with another make.
Either way, I dont really think it matters for the chip. My code is ATC2.
Do I need to send you my chip to be re0-flashed?
Thanks Mike,
Morley
I had posted my negative results when I had first installed the chip. However a few thousand miles later, the chip is performing like was rated to..
I am purchassing a set of headers in the near future, and was not sure if I need
to get the chip flashed for my new mod?
I am considering the JBA stainless, but man theyre pricey. So I may go with another make.
Either way, I dont really think it matters for the chip. My code is ATC2.
Do I need to send you my chip to be re0-flashed?
Thanks Mike,
Morley
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Hi Tweaker,
Thanks for your post!
I'm guessing what happened in your case was most likely that the computer's memory just wasn't fully cleared when you first installed the Superchip, so the program came in gradually rather than right away.
If the computer's memory is fully cleared, you get about 80% of what the Superchip is ultimately going to do right away, and then the rest comes in slowly, as the vehicle accumulates more miles.
Whatever the case, we're glad to hear you're enjoying the Superchip now, & thanks for letting us know.
With regards to your headers, no, we usually do not need to do anything to compensate for them in these F-150's. What you'll want to do after installing them is to listen closely for any sounds of detonation (spark knock, or "pinging") from the engine, so run for a few days with the radio off after you install the headers, so you can hear better, especially at heavier throttle openings & higher rpms, for any sounds of detonation. Normally you don't get any detonation after installing headers on these late-model F-150's, but if you do, that will indicate that it's gone lean, and then we'll need to do a custom program to compensate for them. That isn't usually required in most cases.
All that having been said, we can always do a custom program for headers that will get you another 3-5 hp or so. Most people don't opt for that due to the cost of doing a custom program, but it's available for those who have to have every last bit of power.
What I would suggest after you install the headers is to disconnect the battery, then turn your headlights on for 5 minutes to drain all residual power & fully clear the computer's memory (they won't come on with the battery disconnected of course, this just puts a big drain on the system), then turn the headlights back off and then re-connect the battery. What that will do is re-set the computer and start the adaptive strategy adjustments from scratch with your headers installed, & we feel that's a good idea when installing headers, so the fuel curves can do their adjustments from scratch with the headers installed.
Good luck, & let us know how it goes!
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Mike Troyer
Performance Products, Inc.
National Distributor of Superchips
(540) 862-9515
Email: mtroyer@compuserve.com
Performance Products F150Online Superchip ordering system: F150Online Superchip Ordering System
First National F-150 Online Rally Event Organizer
Thanks for your post!
I'm guessing what happened in your case was most likely that the computer's memory just wasn't fully cleared when you first installed the Superchip, so the program came in gradually rather than right away.
If the computer's memory is fully cleared, you get about 80% of what the Superchip is ultimately going to do right away, and then the rest comes in slowly, as the vehicle accumulates more miles.
Whatever the case, we're glad to hear you're enjoying the Superchip now, & thanks for letting us know.
With regards to your headers, no, we usually do not need to do anything to compensate for them in these F-150's. What you'll want to do after installing them is to listen closely for any sounds of detonation (spark knock, or "pinging") from the engine, so run for a few days with the radio off after you install the headers, so you can hear better, especially at heavier throttle openings & higher rpms, for any sounds of detonation. Normally you don't get any detonation after installing headers on these late-model F-150's, but if you do, that will indicate that it's gone lean, and then we'll need to do a custom program to compensate for them. That isn't usually required in most cases.
All that having been said, we can always do a custom program for headers that will get you another 3-5 hp or so. Most people don't opt for that due to the cost of doing a custom program, but it's available for those who have to have every last bit of power.
What I would suggest after you install the headers is to disconnect the battery, then turn your headlights on for 5 minutes to drain all residual power & fully clear the computer's memory (they won't come on with the battery disconnected of course, this just puts a big drain on the system), then turn the headlights back off and then re-connect the battery. What that will do is re-set the computer and start the adaptive strategy adjustments from scratch with your headers installed, & we feel that's a good idea when installing headers, so the fuel curves can do their adjustments from scratch with the headers installed.
Good luck, & let us know how it goes!
------------------
Mike Troyer
Performance Products, Inc.
National Distributor of Superchips
(540) 862-9515
Email: mtroyer@compuserve.com
Performance Products F150Online Superchip ordering system: F150Online Superchip Ordering System
First National F-150 Online Rally Event Organizer