Can you buy a used Superchip? I have a 2001 5.4 4X4 SuperCrew. Is my computer code different from any other 2001 Supercrew? If you can buy a used chip, what do I need to watch out for? Thanks

 

Hi JohnnyontheSpot,
yes you can buy used Superchips on this site as well as other sites like Ebay, Ford Truck Enthusiast and F-150 World. I personally would not buy a used chip because there is a chance it might not work. Superchips do have a lifetime warranty but, I don't know if it is transferable? Contact Mike Troyer with Performance Products (Superchips Rep) he can answer all of your questions and concerns!
As far a computer codes yes your code might be different due to a number of variables. Codes are based on climate in region truck is being delivered, altitude etc. It is a requirement to know your ECU code # if you want to purchase a Superchip! You can find the # located on a sticker in your passenger door jamb close to hinge. Or look under hood on passenger side top left corner on firewall. You will find a wiring harness with # on it!

Hope this helps,good luck!

 

Thanks 12gofast. After looking at what you have on your truck, are you happy with the K&N FIPK? I read an article on the Pro-M pro-flow mass air meter. Does this do the same as the FIPK? Do you know anything about it?

 

Johnnyonthespot,
there is a difference between the K&N F.I.P.K. and a Mass Air Meter. The K&N system is designed to filter air efficiently while letting your engine breathe easier (with higher airflow) and have less turbulence as it enters the intake manifold. The K&N I have had for about a year or so. After install, I noticed a difference with quicker throttle response and would watch tach rev freer and faster! A bonus during hard acceleration you can hear a deep throaty intake sound and when you let off, a hiss like noise. I believe it is one mod that is worth the money!

On the other hand, an aftermarket Mass Air Meter is not worth the money per HP gain! I paid about $350.00 for my MAF and probably got 5-8 HP gain realistically! This part works inline just past filter and senses air flow and sends a signal to computer to regulate /adjust timing and fuel mixture. The only reason why I bought it was due to the claims of improved engine response and more air flow over my stock one. I believe this MAF compliments my F.I.P.K.! Bottom line, your engine works best when you can bring more air in (to a point) and move more air out (less restrictive exhaust = less back pressure) That's my 2 cents! Later

 

Thanks, it looks like I will save my $100+ and get the K&N FIPK.

 

Hi JohnnyontheSpot,

Used Superchips can be purchased, however, there is no warranty and no Tech Support benefits either when you do that, as you're not the customer of any company, at that point you've just bought something used from a private party, so it's not recommended for a first-time buyer as a general rule.

If you can find a used Superchip that already matches your vehicle's computer code and has all the documentation, then they can be a bargain, and because they rarely fail, we do encourage their use, but only if the circumstances are right, the code already matches so you don't have to pay to have it reprogrammed to match the code of your vehicle, and if all the documentaiotn is included.

One last point is that while the Superchip has a Lifetime warranty, that is only to the original owner and is *not* transferrable. However, as an added benefit to our customers who buy the Superchip new from us, when they sell it, we will extend basic coverage against outright failure of the Superchip modele to the second owner. We will not assume any Tech Support or any other obligations, but we will continue coverage against outright failure. To get that coverage, it must be purchased from the individual who originally bought it from us brand new here at Performance Products, and you would need to provide their original sales invoice from us to have us transfer over that coverage. This can sometimes make all the difference in whether or not a used Superchip may be viable, so when you shop used, make sure to ask where they purchased it from, and if it originally came from us, you've got some added protection.

WIth regard to the various airbox elimination kits, the K&N FIPK kit works OK, and will give a 12 hp gain on the 4.6 motor, and a 14 hp gain on the 5.4 motor in the F-150 & Expedition. The Air Force One kit will give the largest power gains we have found, and is made of much higher quality materials than any other kit, T-304 stainless steel that is mirror-polished by hand. Gains from the AF1 are 15 hp on the 4.6 and 17.9 hp on the 5.4 motor. We also offer combo deals on the Superchip & AF1 kit when purchased together, so you might want to explore that possibility.

Best of luck whatever you decide, & if you'd like to go over this or anything else performance-related about your vehicle in detail, please feel free to give us a call.

 

Hey Mike,

I was just wondering about your MAF experience...

1) Did you have to adapt it to your K&N GenII Fipk? or did the black one work ( the one that came with the intake kit ).

2) I was thinking about getting one (before superchip mod) and was just wondering if you can feel a difference? If i got one, would the superchip be able to use it in a custom program or is it insiginifigant?

Thanks,
Jon

 

Hi Jon,

You addressed your question to me, but you seem to be referring to someone else (12gofast, it looks like). I'll give you some answers anyway, and hopefully that will help you with the info you're looking for..........

Virtually any airbox elimination kit (as we generically refer to all the various K&N FIPK's Air Force One's, Airaid's, etc.) will work just fine with the stock MAF (mass airflow meter), you simply transfer over your stock MAF to the new intake kit. There is no need to replace the MAF just because you are going to install an intake kit.

The Superchip does not require any program adjustments for the use of an airbox elimination kit. The only exception is if it's a "Ram Air" type of kit, which we discourage due to the positive air pressure they produce at the MAF throwing off the voltage signal and making the motor run leaner the faster the vehicle goes.

I hope that's the kind of info you're looking for Jon, if not just give us a shout!