programmer help.
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programmer help.
1995 Ram 1500 5.2 L CAI exhaust. Currently has a jet chip in it.
I heard that If I got a programmer like bully dog I could get up to mid/ high 20's mpg. Is this true with what I have? If so where can I find a used one and what kind should I look for? Thanks
I heard that If I got a programmer like bully dog I could get up to mid/ high 20's mpg. Is this true with what I have? If so where can I find a used one and what kind should I look for? Thanks
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There isn't a programmer for your truck. You have to get a another PCM with the tune already on it from b&g or somebody. The bullydogs can squeeze that out of a diesel but youre never going to see high 20 mpg's with that gas burner.
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+1. Pre-1996 trucks came with a computer (PCM) that is incompatible (older system) with all programmers. Only options are pre-programmed Mopar Performance PCM for your model year/engine size, or send your PCM off to B&G or equivalent for reprogramming.
This will get you better performance. However, you will have to run a higher octane fuel (usually 91 or greater), and you may only get 1 or 2 MPG more than what you are now, absolute tops. You may not even get that, depending on your driving style and other things you have done to your truck.
This will get you better performance. However, you will have to run a higher octane fuel (usually 91 or greater), and you may only get 1 or 2 MPG more than what you are now, absolute tops. You may not even get that, depending on your driving style and other things you have done to your truck.