Which Tuner should I get?

1REASUN · April 15th, 2009, 01:39 PM

I have decided my next mod. will be a tuner. Info on my 1999 v6 stang is it has CAI and divorced duals with two separate performance aftermarket mufflers. I am debating between the following tuners.

1)SCT Mustang 4-Bank Eliminator Chip w/ Free Custom Tunes (88-04)
price: $269.99
...and a Mustang Coin Holder Bezel for SCT Eliminator 4-Bank Chip (96-04)
price: $29.99
=TOTAL price: $300

2)DiabloSport Predator Mustang Tuner (98-04 GT, 98-01 Cobra, 01 Bullitt, 03-04 Mach1, 98-03 V6)
price: $369.99

3)SCT SF3 / XCal3 Power Flash Mustang Preloaded Tuner (96-09)
price: $379.99

4)SCT SF3 / XCal3 Power Flash Mustang Tuner w/ Free Custom Tunes (96-09)
price: $379.99

Prices are from AmericanMuscle.com which includes free shipping.

Any and all suggestion/comments would be great!...Thanks in advance.

02v6staang · April 15th, 2009, 02:40 PM

3 or 4 ftw

HMUSN · April 15th, 2009, 02:43 PM

4. click my sig for another vendor here.

ESG-642T · April 15th, 2009, 02:55 PM

Originally Posted by HMUSN

4. click my sig for another vendor here.

+500

1REASUN · April 15th, 2009, 04:33 PM

Originally Posted by SSStang

+500

why +500? i checked out the site, and it looks like everything similar to americanmuscle.com but not as professional of a webpage design. Is there free shipping like americanmuscle has?...I am really not trying to down on the site, but it doesn't have free custom tunes for life similar to AM?

---thanks for the suggestion though.

...and is there anything wrong with option #1?...it is about $70 less but nobody has recommended it yet.

HMUSN · April 15th, 2009, 04:46 PM

a chip is ok but a tuner is much better imo. you can do more with the tuner.

As far as Joe's site.. it is small yes, but his tunes are dead on and he does free shipping/retunes as well. a few of our members here including myself have been tuned by him.

goren813 · April 15th, 2009, 04:58 PM

+19873928 #4, a custom tune is for YOUR car, hence custom. This way you tune for everything that your car has, down to wheel/tire size. This is the best route, do it right. And if you've got the cash go dyno tune, even more precise. However with your limited mods at this point that probably isn't necessary.

Dragondj11 · April 15th, 2009, 06:35 PM

I will add my own .02 in on this. I build and race quads and have never dropped much for cash in my car. Money better spent getting the HP in the quad. However I have had to replace various parts, so it was time to upgrade. I was just going through this choice. and I paid the little extra and went through Trick Tuners. Main reason was after talking to him, I have a person that does this all day every day, who has my back. There to answer the questions, and offer the best bang for the buck. And having that guy there to get you the best safely, I will pay more

1REASUN · April 15th, 2009, 07:19 PM

thanks a lot guys...i've decided im going to go with the SCT.

anyone have suggestions on preloaded(3) vs custom tunes(4)?

ALSO,... Another question: i've read install manuals, but it seems kind of confusing. Is it an easy enough install to where I could do it myself, and have no problems (pretty much follow install manual)?

http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/musta...ser-manual.pdf
Downloading a Tune to Your SCT Device at AmericanMuscle.com
Downloading a Tune to Your SCT Device at AmericanMuscle.com
SCT Automotive Performance Products
...and of course there are more

*I don't know how to take apart a car and put it back together, but I do know most basics and what NOT to fool around with.--not too sure about this one--

HMUSN · April 16th, 2009, 12:43 AM

Install is simple.
When you get the tuner, it will come with a CD and you just follow the instructions. It is no harder then setting up an email address.

a preloaded tune doesn't hold a key to a custom tune in general. regardless of the device or the person tuning it.

wraitherx · April 16th, 2009, 12:59 AM

check out my sig

1REASUN · April 16th, 2009, 04:36 AM

great, I will be getting the SCT tuner. are there any other websites or suggestions I should take a look at when buying the tuner?

I believe I can get a 6% discount at AM.
I understand that TrickTuners is a very valued site here at MM, but does TrickTuners.com offer competing prices? I've heard MANY great reviews on AM as well.
...or any other places?

thanks again guys

HMUSN · April 16th, 2009, 07:21 AM

Yes trick tuners offer competing prices. There are other vendors on here that sell the SCT tuners as well that are also great. AM is a good one, we just prefer Trick Tuners here is all.

1REASUN · April 16th, 2009, 10:33 PM

ty

Safi · April 16th, 2009, 11:30 PM

Trick Tuners FTW!

I havn't gotten a tune from Joe before, but he's helped me out with my tuning questions a lot. Great guy to deal with and is always there to help you out

hyperstang00 · April 16th, 2009, 11:59 PM

I just picked up my SCT X3 today with a custom tune and dyno. I love it.

1REASUN · April 17th, 2009, 01:12 AM

easy install? ...i'm getting excited

hyperstang00 · April 17th, 2009, 01:26 AM

Well..

I wasn't there while it was been dyno'ed and tuned....but the end result is freeekin AWESOME.

I can't get over how different it is...my idle is rumbling at a stop light which it NEVER...EVER did. It's whole nother beast. BUT.....I was tuned at the high octane, so now I gotta keep it at high octane. But it's a sixer....$40 to fill her up..is not bad.

mrsinister2424 · April 17th, 2009, 04:03 AM

Really one of the big deciding factors should be a) price b)nearby shops that can do a dyno tune, if you plan to take it that far.
Let us know how you like it

RedDevilGT · April 17th, 2009, 10:32 AM

I just posted a thread about this same topic not too long ago, and i was told to go with the Xcal3

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April 15th, 2009, 04:46 PM	#6
HMUSN Doc 1986 SVO Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 36,836 iTrader: 9 reviews	a chip is ok but a tuner is much better imo. you can do more with the tuner. As far as Joe's site.. it is small yes, but his tunes are dead on and he does free shipping/retunes as well. a few of our members here including myself have been tuned by him. __________________

April 15th, 2009, 04:58 PM	#7
goren813 MM's Official Lucifer '00 3.8L Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Odessa, FL Posts: 3,412 iTrader: 0 reviews	+19873928 #4, a custom tune is for YOUR car, hence custom. This way you tune for everything that your car has, down to wheel/tire size. This is the best route, do it right. And if you've got the cash go dyno tune, even more precise. However with your limited mods at this point that probably isn't necessary. __________________ "Fast she goes...in the city of Overdose"

April 15th, 2009, 07:19 PM	#9
1REASUN Regular 99 stang Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: MN Posts: 151 iTrader: 0 reviews	thanks a lot guys...i've decided im going to go with the SCT. anyone have suggestions on preloaded(3) vs custom tunes(4)? ALSO,... Another question: i've read install manuals, but it seems kind of confusing. Is it an easy enough install to where I could do it myself, and have no problems (pretty much follow install manual)? http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/musta...ser-manual.pdf Downloading a Tune to Your SCT Device at AmericanMuscle.com Downloading a Tune to Your SCT Device at AmericanMuscle.com SCT Automotive Performance Products ...and of course there are more I don't* know how to take apart a car and put it back together, but I do know most basics and what NOT to fool around with.--not too sure about this one-- __________________ 1999 Auto V6 3.8L 35th Anniversary CAI + True Duals Exhaust 17inch SVT rims, mach1grille delete, 8inch shorty antenna, 35% tint hopefully's: Tuner, UDP's, possibly 4.10 Gears, lighter driveshaft Last edited by 1REASUN; April 15th, 2009 at 08:14 PM. Reason: added more

April 15th, 2009, 01:39 PM	#1
1REASUN Regular 99 stang Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: MN Posts: 151 iTrader: 0 reviews	Which Tuner should I get? I have decided my next mod. will be a tuner. Info on my 1999 v6 stang is it has CAI and divorced duals with two separate performance aftermarket mufflers. I am debating between the following tuners. 1)SCT Mustang 4-Bank Eliminator Chip w/ Free Custom Tunes (88-04) price: $269.99 ...and a Mustang Coin Holder Bezel for SCT Eliminator 4-Bank Chip (96-04) price: $29.99 =TOTAL price: $300 2)DiabloSport Predator Mustang Tuner (98-04 GT, 98-01 Cobra, 01 Bullitt, 03-04 Mach1, 98-03 V6) price: $369.99 3)SCT SF3 / XCal3 Power Flash Mustang Preloaded Tuner (96-09) price: $379.99 4)SCT SF3 / XCal3 Power Flash Mustang Tuner w/ Free Custom Tunes (96-09) price: $379.99 Prices are from AmericanMuscle.com which includes free shipping. Any and all suggestion/comments would be great!...Thanks in advance. __________________ 1999 Auto V6 3.8L 35th Anniversary CAI + True Duals Exhaust 17inch SVT rims, mach1grille delete, 8inch shorty antenna, 35% tint hopefully's: Tuner, UDP's, possibly 4.10 Gears, lighter driveshaft

April 15th, 2009, 06:35 PM	#8
Dragondj11 Regular 2001 V6 Mustang Join Date: May 2008 Location: Corning CA Posts: 52 iTrader: 0 reviews	I will add my own .02 in on this. I build and race quads and have never dropped much for cash in my car. Money better spent getting the HP in the quad. However I have had to replace various parts, so it was time to upgrade. I was just going through this choice. and I paid the little extra and went through Trick Tuners. Main reason was after talking to him, I have a person that does this all day every day, who has my back. There to answer the questions, and offer the best bang for the buck. And having that guy there to get you the best safely, I will pay more

April 16th, 2009, 12:43 AM	#10
HMUSN Doc 1986 SVO Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 36,836 iTrader: 9 reviews	Install is simple. When you get the tuner, it will come with a CD and you just follow the instructions. It is no harder then setting up an email address. a preloaded tune doesn't hold a key to a custom tune in general. regardless of the device or the person tuning it. __________________

April 16th, 2009, 12:59 AM	#11
wraitherx Moderator '99 SVT Cobra Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 9,567 iTrader: 11 reviews	check out my sig __________________ BUILD 2 IN PROGRESS

April 16th, 2009, 04:36 AM	#12
1REASUN Regular 99 stang Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: MN Posts: 151 iTrader: 0 reviews	great, I will be getting the SCT tuner. are there any other websites or suggestions I should take a look at when buying the tuner? I believe I can get a 6% discount at AM. I understand that TrickTuners is a very valued site here at MM, but does TrickTuners.com offer competing prices? I've heard MANY great reviews on AM as well. ...or any other places? thanks again guys __________________ 1999 Auto V6 3.8L 35th Anniversary CAI + True Duals Exhaust 17inch SVT rims, mach1grille delete, 8inch shorty antenna, 35% tint hopefully's: Tuner, UDP's, possibly 4.10 Gears, lighter driveshaft

April 16th, 2009, 07:21 AM	#13
HMUSN Doc 1986 SVO Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 36,836 iTrader: 9 reviews	Yes trick tuners offer competing prices. There are other vendors on here that sell the SCT tuners as well that are also great. AM is a good one, we just prefer Trick Tuners here is all. __________________

April 16th, 2009, 10:33 PM	#14
1REASUN Regular 99 stang Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: MN Posts: 151 iTrader: 0 reviews	ty __________________ 1999 Auto V6 3.8L 35th Anniversary CAI + True Duals Exhaust 17inch SVT rims, mach1grille delete, 8inch shorty antenna, 35% tint hopefully's: Tuner, UDP's, possibly 4.10 Gears, lighter driveshaft

April 16th, 2009, 11:59 PM	#16
hyperstang00 Newbie 2000 V6 Mustang Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: In da middle of da sea Posts: 44 iTrader: 0 reviews	I just picked up my SCT X3 today with a custom tune and dyno. I love it. __________________ 2000 V6 Atlantic Blue GT Clone True Duals Flowmaster 40's originals custom "H" pipe Headers Eibach Drop Custom tuned w/SCT X3 and a lot more..... Saving for my NEW EDGE GT

April 17th, 2009, 01:12 AM	#17
1REASUN Regular 99 stang Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: MN Posts: 151 iTrader: 0 reviews	easy install? ...i'm getting excited __________________ 1999 Auto V6 3.8L 35th Anniversary CAI + True Duals Exhaust 17inch SVT rims, mach1grille delete, 8inch shorty antenna, 35% tint hopefully's: Tuner, UDP's, possibly 4.10 Gears, lighter driveshaft

April 17th, 2009, 01:26 AM	#18
hyperstang00 Newbie 2000 V6 Mustang Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: In da middle of da sea Posts: 44 iTrader: 0 reviews	Well.. I wasn't there while it was been dyno'ed and tuned....but the end result is freeekin AWESOME. I can't get over how different it is...my idle is rumbling at a stop light which it NEVER...EVER did. It's whole nother beast. BUT.....I was tuned at the high octane, so now I gotta keep it at high octane. But it's a sixer....$40 to fill her up..is not bad. __________________ 2000 V6 Atlantic Blue GT Clone True Duals Flowmaster 40's originals custom "H" pipe Headers Eibach Drop Custom tuned w/SCT X3 and a lot more..... Saving for my NEW EDGE GT

April 17th, 2009, 10:32 AM	#20
RedDevilGT BF3 FTW 2005 Mustang GT 2001 Mustang V6 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 3,565 iTrader: 0 reviews	I just posted a thread about this same topic not too long ago, and i was told to go with the Xcal3 __________________ 01' V6 SCT tuned, Dual Flowmasters & H-pipe, 8000k 35w HID's, Steeda Short Shifter, BBK CAI, Eibach pro-kit, 3.73's and t-lok. 05' GT: Pypes Pype Bomb's, Shorty Antenna, Painted Mirror covers, Decklid Panel.

April 17th, 2009, 04:03 AM	#19
mrsinister2424 Hardcore Enthusiast 99' Mustang GT 3214@OVER 9000!!! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Redlands, CA Posts: 2,626 iTrader: 0 reviews	Really one of the big deciding factors should be a) price b)nearby shops that can do a dyno tune, if you plan to take it that far. Let us know how you like it __________________ 99' Rio Red Mustang GT: --My Garage-- Check garage. Vortech V-1 intercooled running 9lbs of boost Life= eat, lift, eat, eat, eat, sleep, repeat

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