DO TUNERS/PROGRAMMERS REALLY GIVE YOUR TRUCK BETTER GAS MILEAGE? [DIABLO INTUNE i3]

[@bowe1978]

Thank you Mac! Answered my concerns about milage and power with a tune! Thank You Sir!!!

[@thomascook2771]

Ahhhh .... Back in the good ole days when we could afford 93 octane. Thanks JOE

[@dakotafoglesongjr1425]

Yea no joke

[@doncherry2541]

1.87$ A litre where I’m from…

[@huh3424]

Gas prices were goin ass up during the last administration too, it’s all a downhill slope

[@JameGoFast27]

This dude name is bullit outdoors who tf is “joe”

[@chucknorris2952]

95 octane is the lowest octane you get in Norway

[@SuperEastcoast]

Great follower up! Thank you for all your work compiling data. Appreciate You!

[@bullittmcqueen]

Thanks for watching! Hope it is helpful

[@44hawk28]

Is not in the cards now but it cost you 600% more for the difference in price between regular and premium that it did just 7 years ago. Your paying 60 cents more a gallon for that over regular. It actually used to be a nickel difference to 10 cents at the most

[@IWillSmurfYou]

Ive seen some stations it be 25cents and some 65 cent difference between 87 and 91.

[@BrickMudge]

I decided years ago with my 2.7L EB that although you probably do lose a little performance and fuel economy with 87 octane, it's still cheaper in terms of MPD (Miles Per Dollar) than using 92 octane. Although I've leveled my truck, installed wheel spacers and heavy 33's, the biggest factor for me and my lowly 16 MPG is still due to something called... LEAD FOOT! lol! I am curious though about how many more MPG's I'd get with a tuner. With today's democrat gas prices, even a 2 MPG improvement it would pay for itself in a year or two in my case. I drive 600 miles a week.

[@jonathanmayfield17]

I remember that F-150! 😉 Great video, Mac, and I’ll add that for diesels, there is significant cost savings long term! My Duramax loves the tune and it’s paid for itself!

[@bullittmcqueen]

Hey buddy! Yeah deisels a different animal for sure!!!! Miss ya man!!

[@BrickMudge]

Yes, but diesels are much more expensive to buy and maintain and costs more at the pump.....

[@Ron_Masterjohn]

⁠@@BrickMudgeI remember back in 92 I had a VW diesel rabbit and diesel was a lot cheaper.

[@BrickMudge]

@@Ron_Masterjohn You mean cheaper to buy new?

[@AirmanJH]

One note I would add is the average you were showing only takes into account your last 50 miles. So driving a week or two gives you no more data than driving 50 miles. You can change it to 400 miles to make it a better long term average. I don't think that will change your results in this case, just an FYI.

[@b-rys8527]

I got 2001 blazer LT with 230k ml on it with a flowmaster 40, k&n, and the hypertech max power. Stock average hw was 18mpg doing 75-80. Started paying attention to the rpms with the 87oct tune and at 2100-2200rmps at 77mph I’ve ranged from 18.7mpg-20mpg. Driving from ft Bragg to Columbia sc and atl I’ve gotten 21mpg a few times. With the tuners it’s a hit or miss on mpg but at the end of the day u get more ponies atleast

[@an667rb3]

I have a 2002 Chevy S-10 4.3 V6 so how do I get better mpg on it

[@allenwhite7313]

I have a 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 lt 5.3 and I can say that the gas mileage does not seem to bad compared to the 06 Durango that I had The only thing is, I have seen other vids that folks saying that they get 17 mpg. my truck always show 12 to 13 mpg on average and thought that, that could not be right and then I saw yours in stock tune and was like, I do not feel as bad now lol

[@Venumousll]

My 07 Tahoe has the info system and the 4 buttons on the dash. I've noticed if I just get in and drive and show the "average fuel economy is shows 12-14. but if you reset the computer ...with fuel economy displayed press and hold the "check mark" button and it will now show the real time FE 17,23,44,12.......so on.

[@pspuria81]

stock tune with 87 octand vs performance or aftermarket tune with 93 octane ... if both tunes ran off the same grade fuel id see it as worth it, not in this scenario

[@BrickMudge]

Duh, right?

[@pgoose45]

So my thing is this - ever since the electronic MPG averages have been shown on the dash or where ever, i always use division and figure it out long hand. That being said, i have yet to see any truck and paper have the same answer. Usually the paper method is lower than what the vehicle shows. That being said, have you done the numbers for a full tank of gas and did it long hand? Im just curious because my '16 hasn't matched at all.

[@JTLeyva]

If you leave the truck running while you run in the store or anything like that the mpg drops

[@zaccariasippidabarbercollins]

I cried just looking at the Gas Prices. Good Video

[@xwhels]

Or maybe because on highway you drive on v4 ? That could help…

[@mikeonthesmokey2619]

Honestly a custom tune is the only way to get the best fuel mileage, a custom tuner will tweak your specific cars fuel map to get the most efficient fuel burn out of it. The Diablo tuner is a good tool to get that done.

[@watchmanexpert]

U think Bully dog is good ?

[@mikeonthesmokey2619]

@@watchmanexpert , if there is a custom tuner that can use what the bully dog tuner uses then I’m sure it’s a good deal. Diablo has a network of tuners that work along with Diablo to do custom tunes. You would have to ask bully dog if they have custom tuners.

[@chaddeciantis]

2xplayback speed helps alot!

[@Sweig337]

Good vid! I am purchasing the i3 based on the information you supplied. 2014 Tahoe PPV using it to tow a 21 foot travel trailer. Not sure if I need to mess with gears (maybe 4.10's) or not. Cheers

[@boatbuilder1954]

1.99 for Regular! I remember those Trump days! Total shame that the left thinks that gasoline vehicles will be outlawed next month or next year. In my opinion most Americans won't be able to afford an electric vehicle and will still be driving 20 year old gas vehicles. I also don't think electric cars will be the dominate vehicle until sometime in the 2030's Thanks for the Video

[@BrickMudge]

Electric cars are a joke, especially in terms of being a primary source of transportation nationwide. Furthermore, electric cars have a larger negative impact on the environment and the economy both. In other words, demonRATS are complete idiots.... about EVERYTHING!

[@codyharney2997]

Gas cars aren't going anywhere. Probably another 30+ years before you see more electric over gas cars. Show me where you can buy a "beater with a heater" e.v. for $600 😂😂😂

[@ExploringCabinsandMines]

"Thunderhead289" put a lawnmower carb on a v8 and got 75 mph and 40 mpg which makes me think if you could limit the air somehow you could reduce the fuel intake , or skip a fuel injection every other cycle or every other cylinder , "GM AFM system ".

[@jaspernielsen8061]

Very interesting...

[@spar1993]

Why do it with 93 octane? Removes the whole point of going for the mpg increase is so much more expensive

[@IWillSmurfYou]

His plug-in tuner probably requires it for the HP/torque increase

[@BrickMudge]

@@IWillSmurfYou Then he should've ran 93 octane in both tests. Duh, right?

[@IWillSmurfYou]

@@BrickMudge Not exactly, if the engine/ECU is not calibrated for the increase in energy density then there could be 0 increase of efficiency with the added increase of cost. Of course testing with both would be required to rule it out first and we are not sure he did that first...

[@IWillSmurfYou]

@@BrickMudge but that is a seperate issue than what OP was asking. High octane is required with a tune but optional without.

[@BrickMudge]

@@IWillSmurfYou I'd prefer an "economy" tune based on 87 octane, which is one of the tunes available from 5-Star, which is what I just ordered.

[@ethantutt602]

So no better gas mileage but due to more power and same gas mileage it be worth it right?

[@bullittmcqueen]

Yep always worth regardless of the gas mileage. In this truck alone it is worth it to be able to run e85

[@Jacob-jc2gr]

Damn gas is a dollar ninety nine in this video

[@Brykk]

It seems like you missed the most important take away from your own video. If you have a lifestyle that is mostly around town driving, and very little highway, then thats where you can pick up 30% in fuel savings.

[@mikeleibhart8583]

I own a Sierra 1500 with the 6.2 my mpg is 3 to 4 mpg better than yours and have a lot more power without a tune, 6.2 is the only way to go!

[@jesusrincon-cu9qx]

What about the 0 to 20% throttle feature mine is not tuned so when i give it gas its kind of heavy to move off yhe line than rpms climb high before the truck really feels like its moving fast its got like a heavy delayed feeling after like 60% throttle

[@allenwhite7313]

Have you heard about the Range Tech auto tuner. I have only seen one review on it and what do you think the best tuner to buy is

[@lobbyrobby]

I'm going to tune my 2011 f150 5.0. I have to pull my crown victoria 600 miles so a little extra power would be great. How was your 13 after tuning? Did you ever tow with it?

[@lyricbean1012]

Nice

[@benellipump]

Have to ask ! You not doing shooting films anymore??

[@bullittmcqueen]

I haven’t shot a match in almost 5 years.... too busy and nowhere to film

[@ryandriverhidatsawarrior3034]

What about if your truck is lifted bigger tires and wheels do you think the gas mileage is there still ?or do you think I’d just have to run one to find out cuz I’m getting like 12.4 mpg lol so I’m for anything that will help me along the way

[@braxton7198]

bigger tires and rims are your problem, i saw a video and they lost over 50 ft lbs of torque too the wheels. you gotta pick big rims and tires at the cost of reliability and efficiency or stocks. may i sugest buying some rims at the junkyard too run when you dont need too run your current wheels.

[@brownwrench]

You can correct for oversized tires and gearing changes too as far as speedo accuracy goes

[@bromandudeguy1995]

Yup. And with bigger tires, you’re travelling further than what your odometer shows so if the dash mpg goes off of that then you’re probably getting a little better mileage than what it’s saying.

[@truckerbj]

I would like to find a video where gives horsepower and torque for towing, it's all mpgs. Just want to know if it's worth buying.

[@4JOESPH]

I've been looking all day for videos and reviews. Can't find much with a lot of actual info.

[@billybobbarker3175]

Yes. Has multiple canned tunes on it. Including a tow tune

[@TheDeerhunter42]

You do recommend this for a 16 model z71 5.3

[@parales03]

What would actually work for a 2006 f350 6.0 diesel dually? I’m so confused.

[@matthewfithian891]

The 7.3 engine

[@mesomemore97]

SCT. I had one on an 06 250. EGR delete. Upgrade your exhaust. You will not be disappointed. MPG will dramatically increase.

[@daveellis5100]

Recorded horizontally:)

[@bullittmcqueen]

You know, I’m something of a filmmaker myself!

[@jansontoler]

Is there an 87/91 tune on it or only for 93? I just want some more power but don’t want to spend the extra per gallon every time. Or Is it really a push and wouldn’t matter?

[@billybobbarker3175]

Yes

[@clintpeterson9028]

Hopefully u answer me I have 5.3 factory in 2 of my Colorado s I’ve been told Thay detuned them from factory will this tune wake it up

[@drewwilms6843]

Bullitt Outdoors I know this video was a while ago but if that tuner has a 93 program does that mean that I would not be able to run 91 fuel with it here in California??

[@spencerkercher7013]

I’m watching this in 2022 and man to see those gas prices just from a year ago it’s just sad

[@Jrod_FPV]

how accurate are the dashboard MPG numbers? i've compared them to actual measurements by filling up at the pump before and after and calculating actual miles / actual used gallons, and it has differed from the dashboard mpgs by as much as 3mpg. so i don't have much faith in the dashboard numbers.

[@codyharney2997]

It varies by the way you drive. In town is less miles per gallon. Stopping and starting uses more fuel than continuous travel. The number would be very close if you are on the highway with cruise set. The numbers will be farther of in stop and go traffic and how hard you accelerate up to speed.

[@joegreen6020]

Do I need a cai with the 93 tune? also do I need a custom exhaust? I have one cat removed. Other than that I have a 6in lift and 33s

[@andrewg.2165]

Premium will always get better MPG than 87 because the lack of ethanol…

[@trappn]

Enjoyed the video but lost me when you chose the DiabloTune. If someone was that concerned about mileage ($$$,) could they reasonably be expected to spring for 93?

[@johnaly2675]

I have Chevy silverado 1500 it’s an 06 yr with a 6.0 vortec I get around 10-11 mpg would this tuner help for better fuel mileage or just a maybe

[@sethscofield]

did you ever end up getting a tuner? as i have same truck with same bad fuel milage and would like to know if it even helped a little bit.

[@chrisabbett4029]

Have you tried hp tuners

[@MD-on2wv]

What tuner is this in the vehicle?

[@alejandroolalde4132]

2 to 3 Extra miles for me is worth it

[@ChristianAllen-bo9lj]

Same my commute is a hour so ya

[@alexestes9114]

Do you have to leave the tuner hooked up all the time to the port?

[@gavinstrickland7052]

no

[@hectoranaya6877]

Do y’all know if it’ll work on a 2010 5.tree

[@mikealdrich581]

Q: Can you use that tuner to custom program Air/Fuel mix? The reason I ask, is im looking to install an HHO generator in my truck and I need to change the Air/Fuel mix to use less fuel since there wil be hydrogen mixed in with the air. I dont want the air flow sensor reading more O2 and start pumping in more gas to fix the issue. I could pop it in behind the sensor, but then its not helping on MPG, because its still using same amount of gas. Makes me wish all cars/trucks still had carbs on them.

[@Ron_Masterjohn]

Wish we had Trump gas prices again. Biden’s war on oil has killed the low gas prices and everything else like grocery’s.

[@michaelcollins1899]

Lol why he running 93 in That thing😅

[@jeffomalley6015]

Wow 1.99$ a gallon. the good old days when Donald Trump was our president. Make America great again.

[@GerryHavican]

You sir are speaking the real truth so I know that you don't work for the government that is in place right now.

[@medicineman1202]

Can't wait for prices to drop back down next year when Trump is back in office

[@ivn-pL]

V8 triton f150 ??

[@ntbrewno]

Will it hurt the engine in the long run? The chip and tuner?

[@bullittmcqueen]

most likely not, if you take care of the truck and run 93 octane like they recommend

[@ronkyser1823]

Silverado 2009 5.3. I had DOD lifter failure at 80k miles under warranty, happened again at 160k, and the last time at 230k miles. The factory DOD continues to be a huge failure with GM trucks. The only thing it's good for is job security, for mechanics.

[@BrickMudge]

@@ronkyser1823 Government Motors(GM)

[@HYB713]

RIP MACK

[@hunterhill1013]

What?

[@curbsidez4924]

@@hunterhill1013 he said rip Mack

[@marcoaguilar2811]

Mann back when gas was cheap 😢😂

[@BrickMudge]

What kind of "study" is that? You didn't even use the same amount of highway miles or octane.

[@dmartheynify]

Did you disable DoD? This time around?

[@bullittmcqueen]

Yes, every time!

[@timp949]

I was wondering this as well. Looked like the truck was in v4 after the diablo tune.

[@joseacevedo5354]

It would’ve been better if you punched in the numbers yourself, in my opinion the trip meters are never accurate on the mpgs.

[@cacsoccer101]

$1.99 😩😩😩😩

[@JohnDoesItAll]

Thank you for this review. Seeing $1.99 a gallon tells me that the best investment is getting Donald Trump back in the White House.

[@cm2ral]

Except you had your gas mileage set to last 50 miles so you could have gone through a 100 tanks and it's only gonna measure the last 50 miles, Fail.