Programmer comparison...aev, bullydog, superchips
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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.
Here is the somewhat side by side comparison with them both installed.
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!!!
Here is the somewhat side by side comparison with them both installed.
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!!!
#18
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.