Just bought a 2001 SuperCrew, and have seen a bunch of posts about the Superchip. Is this the best, or just most populat? What other options are there? What about custom chip, as I've seen a couple of posts about these? I will be installing a supercharger (roots-type) within the next couple of months, so does this need to be taken into consideration? Should I wait until the supercharger is in before installing a chip?

Lots of question, would appreciate any input and advice. This is my "project" truck, so I want the best!

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2001 S/Crew, Roush Stage 1 package (3" drop, 295x45x18 Comp/TA ZR on 9.5" chrome, Roush leather seats, and front airdam.)

 

Welcome to the boards. I could say "welcome neighbor"! You're the first one I've seen post from Flower Mound.

I would suggest posting in Computer Chips and see what Mike Troyer has to say. I'm thinking he's going to say wait until after you do any major engine mods. The "stock" program is for just that, pretty much stock or with some of the basic mods like what some call the "big 3": Breather, chip and exhaust.

You may want to call Mike as well. I bought my chip from him and you'll see a lot of good things said about him. He can work with you on a custom program if you need. If you're doing a supercharger, I'm guessing he may also recommend other things to get the most out of it.

Whatever you do it would be cool to see a home grown 2001 Supercharged SCrew in Flower Mound. I think you'd agree there may be a few nice cars and trucks around but most filled with soccer teams

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2000 Eddie Bauer Expedition 4x2

• Estate Green
• 5.4 ltr
• 3:55 LS rear
• Superchip!
• Airaid FIPK
• Gibson S/S Swept Side Cat Back Exhaust
• Tow Package
• Rear Load Leveling
• Moonroof
• Century Child Seat!

 

After lengthy research and first hand information from others...I went with the Superchip. Contact Mike Troyer in the Superchip section. I can't imagine a chip that is better than this one (from my own experience).

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2000 F-150 XLT, 4x2, 5.4L Supercab, Superchip, Styleside, Black with silver two-tone, 3.55 rear, class III towing package with super engine cooling/auxiliary transmission cooling HD package, Heavy duty shocks, 4 wheel disk ABS, overhead console, sliding rear window, keyless entry, dark graphite interior, in dash CD, factory leather wrapped steering wheel, FORD bedliner, FORD black tubular cab steps, K&N air filter, mar-hyde rubberized undercoating, Modine climate filtration system, Bugflector II, Mobil 1 oil, build 7/2000

 

Do not listen to these guys read for yourself.
Hypertech is by far the best chip out thier today. Look at thier record and you will see that they are the best clear and simple. I have had problems with superchip and do you think the stopped production after the found out that it happen to over 17 other customers. NO. Go with hypertech you won't regret it. They stand behind thier work.

 

Hypertech was my first choice a few years ago when I was first thinking about a chip. After looking into them hard...I decided not to get one. The major downfall of Hypertech is they only provide the power at WOT. If that is Ok with you..go for it. Problem is, most people don't like to drive in this area of the power curve all of the time.

There are VERY few, really positive Hypertech recommendations out there compared to the Superchip brand. Too many people have listed their Hypertech as "FOR SALE" in favor of the Superchip brand.

"Hypertech is by far the best chip out thier today"....not a chance....the numbers simply do not support this...even outside of this board.

I have never had a problem with my Superchip, even since I had it reprogrammed to my new truck code. Infact..very few people have posted that they have had a problem. Mike Troyer certainly stands behind the product he markets...as does Superchips.

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2000 F-150 XLT, 4x2, 5.4L Supercab, Superchip, Styleside, Black with silver two-tone, 3.55 rear, class III towing package with super engine cooling/auxiliary transmission cooling HD package, Heavy duty shocks, 4 wheel disk ABS, overhead console, sliding rear window, keyless entry, dark graphite interior, in dash CD, factory leather wrapped steering wheel, FORD bedliner, FORD black tubular cab steps, K&N air filter, mar-hyde rubberized undercoating, Modine climate filtration system, Bugflector II, Mobil 1 oil, build 7/2000



[This message has been edited by Dustoff (edited 02-04-2001).]

 

Gather info in their respective sites and go to the chip's board in here to hear what user's have to say from their experience. You will find Jet, Hypertech, Satan's Chip...oops I am sorry, Diablo Chip, maybe ADS and Superchip among others.

After doing my research I am going with the Superchip later this year.

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My Ride: 1998 F150 4x4 Lariat Supercab Flareside 5.4L in Oxford White/gold, ORP, Tow Package, 3.55 Gears.

Modifications:
Split Fire Spark Plugs
K&N FIPK
Gibson Supertruck Exhaust System
Stepshield door sill protectors
Performance Accesories 3" Body Lift
Superlift 3" lift blocks
Performance Lift Lips
Gabriel Gas Ryder LT VST Shocks
Daystar Front Anti-sway Bar Polyurethane Bushings
Heckethorn Steering Stabilizer
35x12.5R16.5LT BFG All Terrain KO's
16.5x9.75 American Eagle 589's.

Photos at: http://www.communicomgroup.com/jmtruck

 

I have had a Superchips chip in two of my trucks now. No problems and great performance.

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2000 F150 XLT SuperCab, Short Bed, 4X4, ORP, 5.4L, Auto Trans, 3.55LS, Captains Chairs with power drivers seat, rear slider, class III towing package, remote entry with alarm and just about everything you can get on this truck. Added a Ford bug deflecter, floor mats, a Dynamax Race magnum muffler and 3" mandrel bent pipes, Superchip, K&N FIPK Gen II, Bilstein shocks, Redline Synthetic oil, Kenwood stereo system and an MTX Thunder 204 4 channel amp.

 

I love my superchip. There.

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2001 Lariat SC 5.4 4x4 LS ORP Class III 17in wheels Captains seats

Sony ES CDX-M650 Polk EX572a(2 pr.) Dynamats

Westin nerf bar, ARE Z series cap, Yakima rack, Bedrug

Superchip

PIAA 520 driving lights behind grill
PIAA 1400 fogs in bumper intakes

Air Force 1 on the way!