Hypertech Max Energy Programmer

More performance, less fuel economy

Posted on 11/10/2008 by Robert S. (Cordova,TN)

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"I was impressed with the performance gains. I'm running it on level 2, level 3 and my MBRP cat back free flowing exhaust causes an EGR DTC to be thrown. Not surprising. Known issue, and fix is not worth the effort and dealing with the dealer for warranty service. Fuel economy didn't get any better, but temperatures have gone down and my fuel goes south anyway with cooler temperatures."

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2003 Dodge RAM 2500 Hemi with 5 speed manual

Posted on 10/31/2008 by Richard C. - 2003 Dodge Ram (Mineral,VA)

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"WOW!!!!!! After 320 miles of average driving, to the store, back roads at 55, a little stop and go, I'm getting 14.1-14.2 MPG. At 65 with the cruise set and a rolling start at 65 on the Interstate I'm getting 17.1 ( never got more than 15 before ). At 70 with a rolling start the MPG drops to 14.2, sweet spot is 65. The truck has 81,000 miles on it and a K&N Filter, stock replacement and 4:10 gears in the rear ends (4 wheel drive. Wish I had bought this a long time ago......."

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2005 Nissan Titan

Posted on 10/30/2008 by Lyndon D. - 2005 Nissan Titan (Odessa,TX)

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful.

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"I installed the HyperTech Power Programmer into my truck. I already have a cold air intake on my truck and have been using unleaded plus. I noticed an improvement in response and power. I did not test my truck. I have not noticed any fuel savings at this point. My truck was already hot. This made it hotter. It is worth the investment."

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Good product

Posted on 10/28/2008 by John S. (Spencer,OH)

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"Easy install. I only had option to tune performance and transmission with premium fuel though. Shifts better and has more power. Also added a AFE stage 2 air intake, and that worked well with the max energy programmer. Runs better and seems to be better on fuel when I behave, but cold weather warm up has made it hard to check for sure."

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2008 silverado

Posted on 10/21/2008 by Jonathan K. - 2008 Chevy Silverado (Delano,CA)

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful.

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"Gave my truck even more get up and go and my 24s don't even seem to be slowing it down. Even with bigger tires my milage got better with the tune then without it."

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awsome!

Posted on 10/19/2008 by Rory K. (Cumming,GA)

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"the 08 dodge 4.7 is kind of a gutless terd stock and the max energy really woke it up and made it run a hole lot better and i dont have an economy computer in my truck but it is giving me better mileage even with runing it hard every now and then...stock i was geting about 16mpg and with premium fuel and the maxenergy im am geting 18-19 and all i have on the truck right now is a super 40 flowmaster with and intake coming soon so it will get even better! I love my 4.7 and maxenergy! you will not be disapointed!"

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2007 nissan titan LE king cab

Posted on 10/17/2008 by James S. (Norfolk,VA)

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"WOW is all i have to say. i did have to wait to days to install while the update for my particular modle was found. besides that install took about 5 minutes. install is extrememly easy, all you do is press yes or no, and turn your key to on and off. you will enjoy the instant power pick up and the MPG save."

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Chris

Posted on 10/16/2008 by Chris B. - 2006 Chevy Silverado (Washington,PA)

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"I didn't notice much horsepower gains. I pull a 9000# travel trailer and didn't see as much horsepower pulling hills that I thought I would. Was kind of dissapointed for the amount of money that it cost."

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Ford F-250 V8 5.4L Gas Tuner Review

Posted on 10/15/2008 by Ryan R. - 2005 Ford F-250 (Prospect,OH)

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"I recently bought this tuner, despite my wife balking at me for a day or two, but I do feel it was a good buy. The shipping was fast and the installation was a little dicey to do. First, I had to plug a wall adapter to the USB to get power (the instructions are a little vague) then hook up the tuner with the ECU. The instructions are very clear not to have an extra drain on the battery except the tuner when performing the install. After everything it took about 5 minutes and it was installed. I did notice a change especially with where the transmission shifts. Rarely now do I see the tach go much over 2,000 rpm. So that has me believing this little gadget works despite if I stomp on the accelerator. Gas mileage is another story, Here is Ohio we have taken a little dip in prices(2.74 Oct "08") and the wife has me filling up more often, so my test are not on an empty tank necessarily. However, the needle is not dropping like a rock like I noticed when I first bought the truck. I would put it around a 2mpg gain on a good day. I also bought this to read the codes to let me know what is going on with check engine lights down the road. I plan on keeping me truck a few years. Finally, I have no real evidence to prove the hp gains, but living on a 2,500 acre farm pulling equipment etc I was willing to take the plunge and purchase the tuner. Bottom line is you have the money to spend buy it. If you have a diesel there are tuners and programmers galore, but if you have a gas truck, they become a littler harder to find and everything I read on a diesel was positive and figured the same could to apply to my gas truck and so far I think it has. You can always return the ECU to stock and go without it or return the product. Ryan Rhoades Ohio"

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Disappointing

Posted on 10/10/2008 by Greg O. (Columbia,TN)

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful.

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"I bought the Hypertech max energy programmer basically to improve the mileage on my 04 avalanche.I noticed a slight improvement in performance which is nice but the mileage remained the same.My opinion is too much money for the results I got."

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2006 chevy vortec max 6.0

Posted on 10/09/2008 by Ryan S. - 2006 Chevy Silverado (Cleburne,TX)

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"The product did everything they said it would. The power was very noticable, especially at highway speeds. The gas mileage increased from 11 in the city to 13 and on the highway it increased from 13 to 15.5. It it a very good product, I highly recomend it."

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Programmer

Posted on 10/07/2008 by Paul G. - 2008 Ford F-250 (Hampton,VA)

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"Good programmer. Needs an update to adjust for tires bigger than 35's on the 08 Ford F-250."

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Works as advertised.

Posted on 10/06/2008 by Sam I. - 2005 Ford F-350 (Napa,CA)

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"After installation, I have noticed a smoother shift from my auto transmission. Approximately 2 MPG better gas milage and more power than before. To me, those are the improvements I was seeking when I purchased the unit. The only issue I have with the instructions, was what mode am I in. It was not explained in the instructions. I chose #2 as it was in the middle of the three settings. Also, it doesn't explain what #1, #2 or #3 is? Did I miss reading something? Otherwise, it appaears to be a good investment. Sincerely, S."

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Not impressed

Posted on 10/06/2008 by David K. - 2007 GMC C/K 2500 (Souderton,PA)

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"took a few months to evaluate before writing a review. as far as power goes i was very satisfied-- although i was looking for milage improvement over power. didn't seem to make any milage difference. most of my trips are 80-120 miles highway... 65-75 mph. didn't seem to matter which setting i was on i averaged 15.9--16.4. when on setting #3 my around town driving was lower.. i average 16.3 mpg with no controller installed. i guess i threw away $300 + before and i'll do it again. I would try another controller Thanks Dave."

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Excursion MPG

Posted on 10/03/2008 by Randy G. (Belvidere,IL)

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"I was looking for a while for a way to get some MPG + in my 01 gas Excursion. I was hoping for a little more out of this one. You have to keep it on the premium fuel option. my truck read 11.1 MPG for a year straight. I put this in reset the overhead and hit the highway. it maintained 14.6-15 MPG for the trip. I was happy-- off highway it went down in the 13's. The power increase isnt drastic. but there is some. It should pay for itself in fuel."

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fuel economy terrible

Posted on 10/03/2008 by James H. - 2003 Ford F-350 (Salem,IL)

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"i recently purchased the hypertech max energy it added horsepower as it was supposed to but did not effect my terrible fuel mileage i was getting 13.5 i am now getting 13.2 you might want to check other programmers this one said it would improve my mileage 1-6 miles per gallon didn't happen"

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Hypertech for F250 2002 7.3L Diesel /Veh. Mileage = 130k

Posted on 10/03/2008 by Eric K. - 2002 Ford F-250 (Livonia,MI)

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"Purchased the Hypertech Programmer over a month and a half ago. I have only used the first setting, since I was looking for an increase in gas mileage. First time I started the truck I could tell the engine was running smoother at idle. Amazed at home smooth it accelerates now. During the week I use the truck back and forth to work (15 miles one way/mpg increase 3 mpg) Weekends I drive 250 miles to my cabin ~ drive between 80~85 mph. Saw an increase of 4 mpg!! [540 miles last weekend = 19.2 mpg @82 mph] Should have bought this darn thing when I first bought my truck!! AWESOME!!! Eric"

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MAINEMAN

Posted on 10/02/2008 by Scott C. - 2001 Ford Expedition (Newport News ,VA)

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"Only had programmer few weeks but I like it, easy to use. The price is little high then again this is my 3rd engine light and 90$$$ for someone to check my engine light this programmer will pay for itself in the long run. I'm completely satisfied. Hope to continue doing business with AutoAnything"

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2006 4X4 Titan

Posted on 09/30/2008 by James S. - 2006 Nissan Titan (Lafayette,LA)

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"Definite increase in performance. Much quicker and shift points are more refined. Have not determined the mileage yet."

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'08 Bullitt Mustang

Posted on 09/30/2008 by Todd K. - 2008 Ford Mustang (Parker,CO)

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"This car is fast to begin with. I was able to raise my rev limiter and set the pre set horse power program and fuel saver. The motor definately has a little more pep to it, however, I would rate it at an additional 15 - 20 horse maximum. Install was perfect!"

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Lots of Power

Posted on 09/25/2008 by Darren K. - 2007 Ford F-250 (Greeley,CO)

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"We use our truck primarily to pull a horse trailer. With the trailer full (3) horsed it weighs about 11,000 lbs. Before I installed the programmer I was a little disapointed in the performance of our truck. After I installed it, we can hardly even tell the trailer is behind us. I have it set on a level 2. Not sure about the gas mileage yet."

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Hypertech on 2000 F-150

Posted on 09/24/2008 by Nick N. - 2000 Ford F-150 (Omaha,NE)

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"I purchased this product mainly to gain power on my truck for towing and some fun on the highway. This program installed in 10 minutes on my truck and the gains were noticeable. I did not gain much low end torque, although at higher speeds this was amazing and horsepower gains have been noticed at higher rpm. I also like the fact that I could change my shift points, but I do not recommend changing the shift firmness if you have over 100k on the transmission like I do. I noticed my transmission acted up and I had to lay off a little. As far as gas mileage, it did not increase or diminish. I started out with 345 miles on a 24.5 gallon tank and now I get between 335-350 miles on a tank. Overall I would give this product a high rating for performance and ease of use, although gas mileage increases were not apparent."

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Posted on 09/23/2008 by Helen K. - 2005 Ford F-250 (Ottawa Lake,MI)

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"It should be able to be utilized with 64 bit Microsoft or the new VISTA, you can only use a slower computer...this is a problem. Take a long time for reprograming, but once all is achieved set on #2, performance was great and gas milage was beyond expectations. Ford F250 turbo diesel"

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made no difference at all

Posted on 09/23/2008 by Bob Z. - 2006 Ford Escape (Oshkosh,WI)

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"do not waste your money"

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Very Pleased

Posted on 09/20/2008 by Christopher B. - 2008 Nissan Titan (Copperas Cove,TX)

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"Vehicle: Nissan Titan; very happy with improved preformance. Pros -Bang for buck. Better performance “feel” over CAI and exhaust combo alone -Fifth gear throttle response -Upgradeable via internet -Trouble free install Cons -No shift point/ firmness adjustments. I assume it can’t be done or hypertech would have added the options. -Fan temp adjustments. Probably b/c, electric fan is secondary to the main clutch fan."

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