Just want to know how much of a hassle these programmers are before I drop any money on one. Ive seen a few threads where some guys are having a problem with them. I dont know much about them, so if anyone can fill me in on how easy or hard they are to use would be great. I have a K&N intake and a aftermarket muffler on the truck now, its a 5.4 2005 fx4 with 33"s and it runs good with 31,000mi. Havent had any problems with the truck at all.
Would adding a programmer be a good choice as far as adding noticable power while keeping the truck reliable down the road?
Do these things come pre-tuned, and if not who tunes them, and for how much?
Also, is there any kind of maintenance that needs to be kept for them to continue working right?
Do they void the trucks warranty?
Once tuned and installed, do you just leave them alone?
How long do they work?
Do they cause any damage to the truck?
Which programmer will give the most bang for your buck?
Sorry for all the questions, just want to know if its worth the money.
Thanks for any input!

 

Call each of these to answer you questions and to get a price.

Troyer Performance, Inc.
980 Valley Rigde Road
Covington, VA 24426

Phone: 540-965-7126
Fax: 540-965-7127

Power Hungry Perfomance
corey@powerhungryperformance.com

Our mailing address is:
Power Hungry Performance
754 Michael Drive
Winder, GA 30680
Phone: 678-963-9913
Fax: 678-963-9919

VMP Tuning
E-Mail:
Owner and Tuner: Justin@VMPTuning.com
Please include your full name, phone number, vehicle (model, year, engine), and modifications when emailing us.
Phone hours are Tuesday through Friday from 9AM to 5PM Eastern Time ONLY 321-206-9369

 

a custom tuned tuner will correct the damage you are doing with the CAI on your 3 valve

 

What kind of damage?

 

you are probably running lean since you have a 3 valve engine and an altered intake system, best to take it off until you get a custom tune to take care of it (a canned tuner will make it worse)