Superchips Flashpaq Tuner Review

[@user-ep5lf6cu5x]

Hello there. I remember drivin these roads in 74 after the War...course they were just dirt back then. Oh yeah, just me, old sally (my 72 Chevrolet pickup), my dog Truman ridin shotgun, and mr Jackson Browne on the stereo. Those were the days....You remind me of those days Thomas. Your videos make me feel young again and that is the beauty of this website. T&A automotive is a terrific KZbin channel. I commemorate you especially in this video. right from the beginning with the great build of anticipation of “hey guys, beautiful day out here.” You had me shakin in my boots from that beautiful scenery of those precious Green Mountains I once had the privilege of passing through but then WHAM....a nice profile shot of the Ram 1500 alongside a harmoniously delivered vocal intro to your beautiful audience. You are a true Ben and Jerry’s green delight to this platform sir. Y’all take care now. God Bless America.

[@Formerlywarmer]

Can u reprogram for different rear end gears? I’ve got a new rear setup for my 2010 charger pursuit and need to be sure I can program it from 2.76 to the new 3.90 gear before I buy one

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Great question. My quick answer would be yes thats possible. However don't quote me on that as i have not had this programer in a year or so since i traded in my truck. I would research this on the Superchips site or even give their customer service # a call.

[@Formerlywarmer]

@@GreenMountainProjects thx !

[@kylerhelquist889]

I was definitely on the edge of buying but it should be in the mail tomorrow!

[@BlountForce]

Ps - thank you for your service!!

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Thank you much appreciated!

[@seavisions]

Good review brotha. I will be getting one for my 2012 1500 this week. Ty Good sir.

[@andrewseamans1419]

Did you get one? How do you like it? What motor are you running?

[@factorsknown]

Helpful video thanks so much

[@bobthomas667]

Also takes Mr alot longer then a min to install tunes

[@miketampabay9446]

Does 87 mode mean you have to wear a wig while driving?

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Yeah and you are only allowed to buy gas for it with your 401k

[@miketampabay9446]

@@GreenMountainProjects 😂 thank you

[@jakegrigioni6935]

$250???? where did you get that from? they’re all like 375

[@GreenMountainProjects]

I got it on Black Friday now that I think about it LOL

[@bobthomas667]

I have the same tune but I can only pick 5 games and I only have 1 high preformance tune

[@eduardosalazar3940]

do you have to download tunes or how do you get to hem, im planning to buy an f5 for my 24v

[@bobthomas667]

I have no idea mine came with my truck

[@cristiantorres5541]

Does it work for the 4.7 rams 2010

[@thugtear7167]

Also wondering this

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Yes I just checked on the super chips website and they do In fact sell ones for that engine, they sell the one I have for $384 and two other programmers with display for $644 & $499

[@thugtear7167]

@@GreenMountainProjects okay awesome thank you. Link or part #?

[@BlountForce]

When you got this did it automatically fit with your truck or did you have to get some kind of PCM replacement thingy? I have a 19’ and their website mentions needing to swap something called PCM but I’m hoping it’s just plug and play.

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Just plug and play for me which it should be for everyone.

[@maddog5372]

Pcm is locked on 2015 and later rams. need to unlock pcm. Will have to send pcm in and cost around $1000.

[@randomvideosyt5955]

On 87 octane tune can i leave everything alone cause i just want to delete mds and thats it. like gear ratio and rpms i don't want to mess with that just delete mds

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Yeah the 87 octane tune is pretty simple doesn’t change much just air to fuel and shift point which are for the better of your vehicle. Little more response and better milage. You can also shut off the MDS which is nice if you have an aftermarket exhaust.

[@randomvideosyt5955]

@@GreenMountainProjects yea i installed last night runs good the only down side is my truck has the hemi tick with kind of scares me i guess i might take to a dodge dealer ship or to a mechanic shop to see if its anything serious.

[@randomvideosyt5955]

that's one of the reasons i bought the tuner because when im coasting around 20 to 30 mph i heard a chatting tick noise so that's why i bought the tuner to turn off mds but still a tick and i heard its common for the 2009 tru 2012 dodge and the lifter could cause serious damage to the cam shaft.

[@williamh2921]

Love the channel! When you run the 87 tune, do you actually use 87 octane? Just wondering since the owner's manual in the truck recommends using 89 minimum. Do you instead run 89 with the 87 tune?

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Thank you! I never have run anything above 87 in my truck nor have i ever had an issue with it. Yes the manual says to use 89 but there really isn't much of a difference until you get up to 91 and i am not paying for that on a regular basis hahah. I drive 150 miles a day to get to my job site.

[@williamh2921]

@@GreenMountainProjects Thanks, and thank you for such a fast reply!

[@stevemoore2851]

@Madness Incorporated Since no one else responded yet, I bought mine with the tune installed and no the superchips does not have to stay connected. After installing tune you simply put it away in its bag holder in the glove box etc.

[@marknorwood7521]

So?? This is "NOT" a "Diagnostic" tool? I take it? And they are bought "vehicle specific"?

[@GreenMountainProjects]

No it is, it works as a diagnostic code reader as well. It can also monitor live. yes when you order online search by vehicle because some newer models require an PCM swap (will come included) to allow it to work. When you plug it in for the first time it will let you select the specific make model and engine type. So this device can be transferred to new vehicle or sold. It can also be a updated from Superchips website.

[@rebelyankeesshow5686]

Superchips or diablosport?

[@GreenMountainProjects]

This is Superchips, I have heard good things about Diablo as well.

[@rebelyankeesshow5686]

Asking because I've narrowed it down to these two. Mainly looking for power, mpg, and towing. Also the ability to get a custom tune down the road.

[@andrewwestlynn4573]

Your lifted with tires. And your getting 18 around town. I call bullshit.

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Call it all you want, if you drive conservatively and not like an asshole it happens, also you can get almost 24 on the highway bc of the MDS system.

[@chad7789]

Should be able to datalog 1/4 time.

[@joseLopez-jb2wk]

How’s your gas mileage? With the tuner

[@GreenMountainProjects]

I run the 87 Octane tune always. I get about 17-20mpg average driving 70mph highway, around town it’s about 15-16 mpg. This being said I do drive aggressively most of the time. I do have larger tires with a small lift and I live in VT so there are a lot of hills and mountains which make it burn more fuel. I don’t. Use the eco tune because I found with constantly driving over inclines it burns more bc it’s meant for coasting flat highways.

[@joseLopez-jb2wk]

@@GreenMountainProjects I thing I will g with the same tuner my truck has a leveling kit 2.5” and 33 tires since I change the tire size I’m getting 13-14 mpg on city Thanks for the reply

[@jaygill0331]

Does the 87 tune actually give you more hp and speed? And have you tried the 89 tune? And if so does it give u any extra hp and speed?

[@GreenMountainProjects]

yes I would say it helps overall. The most noticeable is the pickup and shift points are better.

[@evilroyslade3155]

Uou mentioned it can change your gears near the beginning....dont think you meant to say that. I wish today's tuners would allow you to adjust more parameters like they used to. Things like specific timing and fuel adjustments, fan changes, etc. Great video!

[@vuduchildx]

i mainly want the MDS off. thank you for the video. i'm looking forward to getting one of these.

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Yeah it definitely can do that! Enjoy!

[@lonniewimble5847]

New Hampshire plates but sure looks like my home state of Vermont ;-)

[@GreenMountainProjects]

You would be correct! No longer have NH plates.

[@claylyons2645]

What year model is yours because mine is a 16 ram 1500 and I'm not sure if this one works for mine or not

[@GreenMountainProjects]

I have a 2014 1500, it should work because when I pugged it in for the first time it asks you to select what vehicle type it was going in. There were options for other brands like Chevy and Ford if I remember correctly.

[@franciscosanchez3713]

Does this work for a jeep commander 2008?

[@GreenMountainProjects]

I'm sure it is, just go on their site and put your make and model in to verify.

[@robertbommer7715]

What year is your truck. And did you have to do a PCM swap?

[@GreenMountainProjects]

2014 and no I didn’t

[@santoslara9728]

I've been looking into this and read that I need to have my pcm unlocked? on my 2021 ram. Is this true or can I just plug this in and follow the steps. Thank you

[@drakon480]

Don't quote me on this..but from 2015 up. The rams have locked pcms (I think) so you would need to buy a whole new pcm.

[@jaydon6233]

@@drakon480 yes I got a 2019 ram had to get them to send me a unlocked pcm

[@thebomberThebomber-yy2th]

Is there a way to change the fan speed for E fan ?

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Not that im aware of

[@soyeldiego86]

When in the 87 mode does this turn on ur check engine light while driving???

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Never...?

[@ashtonrobertson5086]

Do you have a level on your truck or a lift?

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Its both, 2-1/2" in front and 1-1/4" in rear.

[@calebraines4916]

Can you leave the truck running and go to the gauges and be okay ?

[@calebraines4916]

In a Silverado

[@GreenMountainProjects]

@@calebraines4916 Yeah you can leave it plugged in and it turns on with the truck. Its just when uploading a tune is when you cant have it running.

[@jackhammer44]

I hear tale that doing a tune on the hemi wears the cam prematurely ie flattens the cam lobs. Anybody know yes or no? I have an 08 I wanna tune but I'm on the fence after hearing this.

[@BreakStuffClub]

That's impossible I wouldn't worry about it. I have one on my '14

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Yeah mines been in mine for over a year and no issues so far I think it’s pretty safe, maybe a lower grade tune company could have issues like that but super chips is one of the best and safest.

[@wmean45]

Nice info good to know

[@jhonr9398]

? What is your gear ratio

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Not sure I would have to check my axel tag.

[@redx-25ps49]

Will this void your n Manufacturer warranty i have a 2019 ram 1500 5.7

[@GreenMountainProjects]

No it shouldn’t bc there is nothing permanent or no way of knowing it’s been installed unless you tell them. If your worried about it you can always plug it in and set it back to the original settings and it’s like it was never there.

[@BlountForce]

@@GreenMountainProjects good to know!!

[@luker6766]

Actually it might because I’m pretty sure with even 17 and up 1500s you have too unlock the PCM or put an unlocked one on

[@austinblakney939]

Does it have an option for shutting off the governor?

[@norfolknwhey4787]

@@GreenMountainProjectsa lot of modern vehicles store a data log of everything. A skilled tech will be able to tell a tune was installed due to the codes being thrown when installing it. The tuner clears the codes, but the PCM/ECU stores them. You can hide a tune from a dumb dealer, but a motivated one will be able to find it.

[@jasontaft5886]

What about top end speed?

[@GreenMountainProjects]

This won't affect top speed since that is due to gearing. This affects how fast you get up to it. Also if your truck has a factory govenor you can disable it which would increase top speed.

[@rileyalexander9715]

@@GreenMountainProjects how do you go about disabling the governor? Especially the 4000rpm rev limit while in neutral or park

[@rrxsilver6419]

did you swap the PCM?

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Rrx Silver nope

[@EasternElectric2012]

You need air in your tires and gas in your tank🙄

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Nah I prefer runing out of gas with 4 flat tires

[@luker6766]

@@GreenMountainProjects 😂

[@MunkMyJunk]

Love the look of your truck. Is it lifted and what size tires are you running?

[@bobbybuchanan4156]

looks like a leveling kit, and some 22” rims, and some 30s but idk, kinda sad nobody responded to you after a year

[@ryze6726]

He said he was 33s

[@JackLister]

Do you think I can use 87 octane tune if I use 89 octane gas?

[@GreenMountainProjects]

Yes you can always use higher. But you can’t use a lower octane than the tune. So 91 tune running 87 or 89 would not be good for your truck.

[@JackLister]

@@GreenMountainProjects Sounds good thank you! And while you're here. I Am already using a SpeedForm Throttle Controller. You think that could mess anything up since the tune affects the throttle as well?

[@GreenMountainProjects]

@@JackListerI have never messaged around with the throne controllers but if it’s one of the ones that plugs right in to the wire coming off the gas pedal like a pedal commander it should be fine bc all that does it speed the response time of the signal not affect the amount of throttle.

[@GreenMountainProjects]

You could always email super chips and ask if it can be used together

[@jeffe4638]

I got the diablo tuner I almost got one of those

[@GreenMountainProjects]

How do you like it? that was my second choice only due to cost.

[@jeffe4638]

@@GreenMountainProjects I like it I also put shorty headers wanted long tube but I let company talk me into shortys and cold air intake it definitely makes a difference

[@servpro9725]

@@jeffe4638 I put long tube on my 17. Told they are better for mid range. How do you like the shorty? Do you know what the difference is?

[@servpro9725]

@@jeffe4638 going with the Diablo sport with the Hemi tune. I heard it was really good.

[@jeffe4638]

@@servpro9725 The diablo tune made a difference on the shortys not a major difference but I may be wrong 🤣

[@jamiewawrzonek7419]

I just installed the superchipF5 on my 2013 Dodge Ram 2500. 5.7 Hemi I put the tow mode on. I do notice a difference but what do you think the horse power and torque is.

[@GreenMountainProjects]

I believe it’s advertised as 50hp, but shift points are adjusted which helps with the torque