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Programmer comparison...aev, bullydog, superchips

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Old Dec 22, 2014 | 06:07 AM
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No, once the traildash comes in (should be tomorrow) I will be swapping to it.
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Old Dec 22, 2014 | 10:15 AM
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Please let us know what you think of the two.
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Old Dec 22, 2014 | 05:07 PM
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I was just actually looking at both of these today...curious what you think when you swap out.
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Old Dec 23, 2014 | 01:50 PM
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I have to wait another day for my trail dash now. Apparently fedex needed a signature!!!
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Old Dec 23, 2014 | 02:47 PM
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I hate when that happens!!
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Old Dec 26, 2014 | 05:33 AM
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Ok, got the traildash installed 2 days ago. First impression is great. The install and functionality are much better than the bullydog. The install took about 10 minutes, not counting the actual tune download. This one just requires running the cable from the diagnostic port to the dash (in my case since i went with the dash mount over the windshield mount). Where the bullydog required a fuse tap to get the programmer to cycle on and off with the ignition. The display and multiple gauge screens are very nice. My gas mileage went back up to where it started at around 14.5. I am still running the premium setting since I still had some in the tank when I installed it. I expect the mileage to go up a little more once I'm not hauling a power wheels on my roof. I would imagine it is creating a little more drag.

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As for the performance. The traildash seems to have a much better tune. It feels much smoother and feels as though I'm not gonna blow the motor when I get on it.
Overall I would definitely recommend the traildash over the bullydog. Especially at just $15 more (price match difference). Hopefully this helped someone as I was unable to find much info during my research.
Merry Christmas and Happy Jeeping!!!
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Old Jan 3, 2015 | 08:26 PM
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If you don't mind me asking, were did you buy it from? Are you still liking it? Can you change the gear ratio with it?
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Old Jan 4, 2015 | 03:54 AM
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I also just got the Traildash with dash mount. I can say that I definitely feel a difference in power. Yesterday I got 19.5 hwy compared to the 16-17 mpg I was getting before. So far it has been great! Not to mention all the tweaks you can do to your lighting and it also doubles a a code reader if you get a CEL.
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Old Jan 10, 2015 | 03:21 AM
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Do you have to get a special download to lower the TPMS to 0 with a Procal?
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Old Jan 14, 2015 | 12:14 PM
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Not sure about lowering it to 0. I had mine set on 24 with the procal. The traildash has the ability to lower or turn off completely.
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