I'm looking to get either a performance chip, or programmer for my '03 Ram 4.7L (manual), and was wondering what people's experiences were with both/either? Which would you recommend? I've currently got a CAI and TBS installed, and have plans to do the exhaust in the next year or two.

Thanks,

Ken

 

superchips

 

Superchips hands down!

SPEED SAFE, AIR RAM

 

i think the general concensus is superchips.....they work, they work good good.

 

How come nobody like the power programer 3....i haven't had any problems with it, noticable power increase, easy to use...whats up am i missing out???

 

I think you are. I know on my 2002 4.7L Ram my truck ran nearly .6 seconds quicker with the SUPERCHIPS over the BG custome tune.

SPEED SAFE, AIR RAM

 

Wow, thanks for the quick replies.

Do I understand correctly that the basic difference between say a performance chip and a programmer (such as superchips) is basically nil, other than the programmer is customizable?

Ken

 

The JET CHIP is NOTHING com paired to the SUPERCHIPS... "NOTHING"... I have seen the the JET RIP on the DYNO lose more than 5HP from the stock base line runs. As far as I know the JET CHIP is the only "CHIP" that I know of... From my experience the SUPERCHIPS is the biggest bang for the buck... the JET CHIP is just a way to thin out your wallet for nothing in return. If they make a SUPERCHIPS for your application then I suggest you look into one... for those years that SUPERCHIPS does NOT cater to I would stay with the stock PCM and work on other mods while waiting for a real programmer to come out.

Superchips will allow you to adjust for tire hight, raise RPM limiter, chose between 3 different program settings and scan your PCM for codes to help troubleshoot. It will also allow you to CLEAR the codes... so its a great tool to boot.

The chip just alters few sensor signals to trick the PCM into advancing the timing... The POWER WIRE does the same thing with better results for a fraction of the price. So again the CHIPs are worthless... look into a SC programmer if your in the market.

SPEED SAFE, AIR RAM

 

Can somebody also throw in comparisons to the Hypertech Programmer?

Even still, my understanding is that the Superchips is still the better way to go for a safe performance increase.

 

Where can I get a superchips for my 03 4.7L?