Is that true?Ī: As stated above, to really untap the horsepower potential of a 24 valve via electronic means, you have to "tap" into the injection pump. Q: I’ve heard that adding a performance chip that taps into the injection pump will cause the VP44 injection pump to fail. For chips, such as an Edge Comp Box, that also tap directly into the VP44 injection pump (we’ll get to this later), you can achieve an additional 150+ rear wheel horsepower. For chips that only plug into the MAP sensor and data link connector, these will also typically add around 70 horsepower, but have the ability to change power levels on the fly. On these particular trucks, a “programmer” can usually net around 70 additional rear wheel horsepower but will not be adjustable on the fly, requiring the user to re-download different programs while the vehicle is stationary. An example of a performance chip would be an Edge EZ which plugs inline to the MAP sensor and then also plugs into an open ended data link connector on the 24 valves. ![]() A “chip” is also designed to increase performance, but it plugs into sensors and ports under the hood, intercepting signals and altering them as those signals pass through the chip. Both of these would be referring to an electronic device designed to increase the performance of the vehicle by downloading a file through the OBDII port under the dash. Q: What is the difference between a programmer, tuner, and chip and how much power is available from each?Ī: A “programmer” and “tuner” are the same thing, just different terms. If you own one of these trucks and are looking for performance modifications, see our Fuel Related section specific to the 1994-1998 12 Valves. These trucks are tuned mechanically through AFC springs, fuel plates, etc. We offer complete lines from Smarty, Edge, TST Performance, Banks Power, and more! Whether you are looking for a simple installation with big gains through a Smarty S-03, or maybe looking for a performance chip and gauge combination, as in the Edge Juice with Attitude CTS3, or needing tire eating power through the Edge Drag Comp, we've got you covered! If you are unsure of which diesel tuner, diesel programmer or diesel chip is right for you, or need details on which will stack with one another, give us a call or send an email to and we will help you determine which one is right for your application.ġ2 Valve Note: For those of you new to diesels, or to Cummins in particular, model years 1994-1998, termed "12 valve" do not have the ability to be tuned via electronics/chips. This engine featured many of the reputable features of its predecessor, the 12 valve, but with the benefit to electronically control fueling and timing, thus making plug and play power a reality! Your 1998.5-2002 Dodge Ram powered by a 5.9L Cummins diesel is capable of producing tons of horsepower, ground pounding torque and remarkable fuel economy all at the same time.Ī combination of modifications are necessary to make this happen, but without a doubt the single biggest component in the equation boils down to your choice of chip, tuner or programmer. In mid-model year 1998, Cummins and Dodge released their newest power plant combination, the Dodge Ram featuring a 24 Valve Cummins.
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