tacoma programmer???

Dough614 · #1 (**permalink**) 07-05-2007, 08:44 PM

Newbie Q, just picked upan 05 tacoma, is there any kind a programmers or chips to put in this truck, I have an superduty as well, just wondering if there are products out there simliar to diesel stuff, thanks.

flyman767 · #2 (**permalink**) 07-05-2007, 08:53 PM

The general consensus is the chips are a waste of time and money.

ATI Chip

Marazzito · #3 (**permalink**) 07-06-2007, 01:42 PM

I would put a good exhaust and intake combo on before considering a programmer. I know that URD has a few different programmers for late model Taco's, they also say that you will notice a much bigger power increase when added with exhaust and intake. If you go with a URD, let me know what you think, I have been considering it.

anestech* · #4 (**permalink**) 07-07-2007, 03:53 PM

Underdog Racing Development

brucec039 · #5 (**permalink**) 07-09-2007, 08:24 PM

I think the Tacoma could use a reprogramming of the transmission to prevent it upshifting prematurely and then having to kick down harshly to accelerate. I think it's set to maximize mpg and my V6 auto lags some till I force it into a lower gear.

As for hp gains....usually marginal on a non-turbo engine I've read.

jtsailjt · #6 (**permalink**) 07-09-2007, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by flyman767

The general consensus is the chips are a waste of time and money.

ATI Chip

I checked into getting a chip in another vehicle and was told that it would increase my maximum horsepower by about 20 horses but wouldn't have any noticeable effect at lesser power settings. Since I VERY rarely put my right foot all the way to the floor, I just couldn't justify spending the money. I do think that intakes/exhaust are the first things to do because they help at all power settings, not just when you are drag racing someone.