edge/gryphon custom tunes?

20045.4x4 · #1 Mon, July 6th, 2009, 09:38 PM

thats an awsome link. Thanks!!

20045.4x4 · #2 Mon, July 6th, 2009, 10:11 PM

it says I need a PCM (HEX) code. Whats that?

20045.4x4 · #3 Mon, July 6th, 2009, 10:35 PM

also since I bought it used what happens if the previous owner still has his tune in it? Like if he took it out with it still in PERF tune or somthing?

***88Racing*** · #4 Mon, July 6th, 2009, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 20045.4x4

also since I bought it used what happens if the previous owner still has his tune in it? Like if he took it out with it still in PERF tune or somthing?

If you bought it used you are going to get an error if another stock tune is present. Someone's stock program is still on there. It may have to be re formatted using edges software.

Lars

***Jackpine*** · #5 Mon, July 6th, 2009, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 20045.4x4

also since I bought it used what happens if the previous owner still has his tune in it? Like if he took it out with it still in PERF tune or somthing?

Lars is telling you the "real deal" here, but I sense you are not really familiar with programmers. If you are, then, sorry, I don't mean to "talk down" to you.

You bought an Edge used. The previous owner had to return the tune on his truck to "stock" (Level 0) before he shipped it to you or the programmer will not work on any other vehicle - period. This is one of the hazards you assume when you buy a used programmer - and it applies to all of them, not just the Edge.

Now, for a nominal fee, Edge and PHP can "unlock" such a programmer so that it can work on your vehicle. This simply adds to your purchase cost.

But, you may not need this. When you plugged the Edge into your truck, WITH THE IGNITION ALREADY ON, did you see the "hex" code? If you didn't, you probably have a locked programmer. If you did, unplug it and plug it in again so that you can write it down (the ignition has to be ON).

If the Edge tells you your HEX code, you will be able to program in any of the canned tunes it contains. You should really have an Edge manual to refer to, but a Gryphon manual will do as well. You can get it here: http://dygytalworld.ehost-services13...02004-2008.pdf You may want to see how the canned tunes work on your truck. I think you'll see a definite improvement.

But: Remember to set your "tune" back to Level 0 (stock) before you send the Edge in for conversion! The custom tunes will be even better than the canned tunes.

Hope this is making sense to you. Welcome to the world of programmers!

- Jack

20045.4x4 · #6 Tue, July 7th, 2009, 12:05 AM

Your %100 correct i'm useless when it comes to tuners and computers and stuff. I havent got the programmer yet i'll get it later this week. When I get it i'll plug it in and see what happens. Thanks a ton for the help

***Jackpine*** · #7 Tue, July 7th, 2009, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by 20045.4x4

Your %100 correct i'm useless when it comes to tuners and computers and stuff. I havent got the programmer yet i'll get it later this week. When I get it i'll plug it in and see what happens. Thanks a ton for the help

Happy to help! About a year and a half ago, I was in your shoes. It was a real learning experience.

The good thing about this forum is, you are not going to be "bashed" for asking questions!

- Jack

***88Racing*** · #8 Mon, July 6th, 2009, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by 20045.4x4

it says I need a PCM (HEX) code. Whats that?

It is a number 7 digits long with letters and numbers in it. Like this ABAB1A1B.HEX example only. Being you have the edge you might have to find it in the user menu. Sometimes it is the first thing you see when the gryphon is plugged in. I have never had the edge.

Lars