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OK, with all the tuners/programmers out there, which one is the best all around? I have a 99' Chevy Silverado Z71 with the 5.3. Basically, I was wondering what tuner/programmer gives you the most power(hp and tq), best economy, and does not give off any codes. I am looking for something no more than $500. Also, my truck has 90k miles on it. Will the tuner/programmer be too hard on the motor/tranny, with that many miles on them?

 

Thanks :driving:

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tbyrne Senior Enthusiast

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The Diablo Predator works very well and is easy to use. The handheld pretty much walks you through the proceedure and it also comes with a detailed guide if you need more info. You won't see any codes from this. Actually, it has the ability to read codes if needed. You can expect to see about a 15hp improvement with this.

 

90k miles isn't bad at all. At one time that would mean it was time to retire the vehicle for good but not it's considered average mileage.

Mark_in_Tulsa Senior Enthusiast

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Out of the hand held units, from what I have heard Diablo is the best.

 

But I would recommend getting a custom tune. Where you send them your PCM and you tell them all the mods you have done, and they well custom tune it.

Wait4me seems to be the most bang for the buck. For around 150 he will send you a new pcm with a custom tune on it.

There are other guys who are around the 500 range, Like Westers and Nelsons that have been doing it longer. But I doubt the price difference is worth it for just a hair more performance, IF there is any.

 

I should be getting my wait4me tune here any day. I will tell ya how it goes in my 5.3 Z71. But there are pleny of reviews on here already.

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