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Old Jul 13, 2008 | 06:10 PM
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Do the chips or programmers make the much of a diff if so which kind? i have a 5.9 and it wont even spin the tires.
 
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Old Jul 13, 2008 | 07:58 PM
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5.9 is a Cummins, yes? If so, you will see big gains with a programmer. Minimal, with a gas engine.
 
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Old Jul 13, 2008 | 08:54 PM
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But even still... the 5.9 should have enough power to spin the tires.... Maybe you need a tune up.... plugs.. wires.... Thottle body cleanings? air filter?check your fuel filter?
 
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 03:17 AM
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i have the gas 5.9
 
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 05:04 AM
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5.9L is the 360 Magnum. How long since tuned up? what gear in the rearend? Traction is a good thing. If it won't brake torque, then you have issues.
 
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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 01:56 PM
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Blueyes, what mods have you done? You can get more HP from other mods than the programmer. The chip/programmer just optimizes performance WITH the mods.
 
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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 03:40 PM
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The Superchips Flashpaq now supports the venerable old 5.9 and has some VERY solid gains. A properly tuned up truck with a good flowing cat-back exhaust, CAI and that tuner combo would make for a world of difference...
 
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