Bought the same tuner for my 2014 Chevy Silverado. It does everything you tell it to do...pretty happy with it. Worth the money? Heck yes. No more 4-cylinder mode, speed limiter gone, tire size corrected, 91/93 tune, adjusted for higher airflow (intake), TCM "firm", and the #1 best part...20% boost on the throttle cal. And there is still more one can do to tweak and have fun with this unit. It improved my truck...much more fun and "truck-like". Took all the goofy GM fuel savings nonsense BS out and put the "fun" back in.
I have the same truck (2017) ... I also installed the diablo intune i3 . AFM delete , TPS +20% and diablo tune. Trucks drive very nice now, it has double exit magnaflow and air filter.
Was having trouble deciding on a tuner and your video helped me alot, I drive a 2016 Sierra ATX and just really wanted to get AFM off, all this extra stuff the tuner has to offer is a nice plus... Saw your reply about the custom tune and I think I'll be following and taking a similar route you have.... Thanks for the video!
@@BostonJoe620 I've been researching around for a couple months, not sure how I didnt come across your video sooner, happy new year as well brother, sub'd 👌
@@NateGardn AFM off, bigger tires programmed in, I'm still satisfied with the 91 canned tune, my 5.3 is a beast and tons of fun to rip around in.. I do have a aFe CAI and a 3" exhaust installed on the truck... I didnt realize how much of a difference the tune really made till I had to stop by the dealer the other day an had to set the truck back to stock, just incase which was real easy... I'm super satisfied with the tool, an am going to be getting a custom tune done as soon as it gets warmer in my province.. Hope this helps
Absolutely love your video homie maybe you could do one for a 2001 GMC Sierra I'm curious if Diablo has a tune for this type of truck seeing how old it is.
LOL... I had a 69 El Camino that I put a built big block (461")and six speed manual . But... I kept the cam fairly mild and ran a quadrajet on it. Car would run down into the 12 sec quarter mile and fry the tires for the first three gears. It had a rev lock clutch that was really light pressure to operate but hooked up well. My girlfriend drove the car all the time. She drives very conservatively and she never once even made the tires peep. To her is was just a normal car. Once she had to get on it a bit to get on the freeway but again... very light touch on the throttle. she said that 'boy.. this thing has some 'pickup'. said that when she looked at the speedo she was going 90 mph which is probly the fastest she has ever driven LOL. I think these tuning packages work sorta like that... Unless you really get on it you don't notice a lot of difference. Most of the HP gains happen in the RPM range that my GF never really got into.
Thanks for the torque management walk through. I have everything set the way I want but I have been on the fence about the TM. I won’t be pulling so I think I would be fine without Tm.
Honestly it has blown me away. Sadly I’m back to work full time so I haven’t had much time to make a more recent update but I will probably this weekend. I just did a wide open throttle data log for Lew since I’ve driven 300 miles on the first custom tune. My truck basically has sports car like acceleration now. I can’t say enough about how happy I am so far with Lew.
Good day sir thank you for your video I have a 2009 Chevy Tahoe with a 5.3 I put a supercharger on it bigger injectors I just put a brand new motor in the truck I’ve had it for two weeks it’s running really rich I do have the Diablo sport tuner I’m not too sure how to use it I bought this vehicle from a family friend it definitely runs really rich is there anything I can do other than having a Dyno tune done The reason I replace the engine compression ring in number five when we had a horrible misfire but I got a brand new crate motor and it seems to run well I just like to make it so it doesn’t run so rich thank you very much Michael US military
Yes. Here are some steps that I found that might help you out... support.badnewsracing.net/support/solutions/articles/14000055943-how-do-i-adjust-my-tire-size-with-diablosport-
How do you get this thing to work? Mine doesnt connect to wifi, there was no updater file to even update the piece of shit with.. i mustve gotten sent the original non working prototype
How does this affect mpg? I just had to replace 6L80 transmission at 96k due to torque converter failure in 2017 Silverado LT 5.3l. Can this product help with transmission life? I have also never put anything but 91 octane in this truck.. assumed with v8, it needed it, but the manual says 87 is minimum. I think I've been wasting money.
Got any updates? I just ordered the Diablo Trinity one with the mountable touch screen for engine vital monitoring. Should be back in town in a week to install it, can’t wait to see the difference in drive quality on my 17 Silverado. Did you turn off that torque management shit? I feel like the biggest difference will be that (at least in my case because I disabled the AFM when I first bought the truck years ago)
@@josephcagiano3055 all positives for me…gas mileage increase, no more hard shifts, throttle response drastic increase. It’s finally 24/7 V8. It feels like I’m driving a real Silverado like my dad and grandpa did when trucks were built to be drove and worked out of. None of the modern day limitations elec truck bs in today’s world. I am finally glad to own my Silverado not just say “well I got it be cause my family always drove them.“ I bought it used with 43k miles on it and I was about to resell it with only at 58k miles. Glad I bought the tuner…100% kept me from selling it with the demand for trucks right now. Best of luck with results on yours!
I'm just trying to decide between this one and the predator 2. I really like What I heard on your video these issues are exactly what bothers me. Looks like hesitation and the truck feels weak.
I believe the predator is older and may not get as much future support. I’m not entirely sure but worth checking into. I did look at the trinity but I believe that adds around $300.
I will definitely get the i3. I've been researching and the predator does give you the option to customize and I want to customize in the future. Thanks for the reply
Yes. This tuner worked perfect. Bumped mine up 100 rpms and it idles smooth now. Did the 91 octane tune, firm shift, and increased throttle response. Im impressed with it. Runs much better and is definitely more aggressive. Id recommend it
I miss the days when having a V8 meant you could spin rubber from a standing start. New vehicles seem to lack the low end torque to really lurch forward from standstill.
@@BostonJoe620 So-called "torque management" to cover for the fragile transmissions, I suppose. I'll never forget the time when I rented the Home Depot truck to bring home a snow blower. I don't recall if it was a Ford or a GM truck, but on the way back to the store, I stopped at a traffic light and decided to tromp on the accelerator when the light changed and to my utter shock, the truck spun rubber and lurched to 30MPH in about 2 seconds. One 60s muscle cars could do that. And this was a 10,000 lb flatbed truck. However, my Silverado 2500HD, has all the power above 3000 rpm and very little from a standing start. It seems to have to "spool up" --almost like there's a lot of slippage going on. My mechanic went over the truck and said there's nothing wrong with the engine --good compression, etc. and that pickups are heavier in the rear than flatbeds. But I'm convinced that flatbed was a heavier duty truck, based on recollection, which could be mistaken. I wonder if these tuners would give the low end torque that I remember in the 60s?
@@BostonJoe620 Well that's encouraging. When all other issues with my Silverado are resolved (complete brake job getting done this week), I may try one of these tuners and see if the low end torque can improve significantly.
Boston Joe20 brobit is wrong all called gm and let them know and they said they are aware of it but still no recall I kept all my receipts so if the do I can get reimbursed no warranty so all out of pocket. But truck is running good. Ordered my diablo tuner last week so it will be here Monday. Giving my mom the range afm delete that I have currently installed so it mess her truck up either
Bought the same tuner for my 2014 Chevy Silverado. It does everything you tell it to do...pretty happy with it. Worth the money? Heck yes. No more 4-cylinder mode, speed limiter gone, tire size corrected, 91/93 tune, adjusted for higher airflow (intake), TCM "firm", and the #1 best part...20% boost on the throttle cal. And there is still more one can do to tweak and have fun with this unit. It improved my truck...much more fun and "truck-like". Took all the goofy GM fuel savings nonsense BS out and put the "fun" back in.
How long have you had the tune for? Any problems? I'm thinking about driving to texas with a 93 diablo tune.
I have the same truck (2017) ... I also installed the diablo intune i3 . AFM delete , TPS +20% and diablo tune. Trucks drive very nice now, it has double exit magnaflow and air filter.
Was having trouble deciding on a tuner and your video helped me alot, I drive a 2016 Sierra ATX and just really wanted to get AFM off, all this extra stuff the tuner has to offer is a nice plus... Saw your reply about the custom tune and I think I'll be following and taking a similar route you have.... Thanks for the video!
Awesome news. Glad it helped. I do love the custom tune and obviously I’d recommend Diablew!! Have a happy new year my friend!
@@BostonJoe620 I've been researching around for a couple months, not sure how I didnt come across your video sooner, happy new year as well brother, sub'd 👌
Jordan Calvert have you installed it yet? Wondering if I can turn off AFM and also get some better throttle response at the same time
@@NateGardn AFM off, bigger tires programmed in, I'm still satisfied with the 91 canned tune, my 5.3 is a beast and tons of fun to rip around in.. I do have a aFe CAI and a 3" exhaust installed on the truck... I didnt realize how much of a difference the tune really made till I had to stop by the dealer the other day an had to set the truck back to stock, just incase which was real easy... I'm super satisfied with the tool, an am going to be getting a custom tune done as soon as it gets warmer in my province.. Hope this helps
Nice video!
Sounds like a Simpsons character!
Absolutely love your video homie maybe you could do one for a 2001 GMC Sierra I'm curious if Diablo has a tune for this type of truck seeing how old it is.
Nice video! Runs through options very well! Looking to buy for 2013 Silverado. Thanks!
Thanks. Cheers!!
LOL... I had a 69 El Camino that I put a built big block (461")and six speed manual . But... I kept the cam fairly mild and ran a quadrajet on it. Car would run down into the 12 sec quarter mile and fry the tires for the first three gears. It had a rev lock clutch that was really light pressure to operate but hooked up well. My girlfriend drove the car all the time. She drives very conservatively and she never once even made the tires peep. To her is was just a normal car. Once she had to get on it a bit to get on the freeway but again... very light touch on the throttle. she said that 'boy.. this thing has some 'pickup'. said that when she looked at the speedo she was going 90 mph which is probly the fastest she has ever driven LOL. I think these tuning packages work sorta like that... Unless you really get on it you don't notice a lot of difference. Most of the HP gains happen in the RPM range that my GF never really got into.
I have 2 GMC trucks 2015, can I use the same diablo 8200 for both trucks or do I need one for each?
Hey Joe did you ever mess around with the throttle boost option when applying the tune? Thanks
Thanks for the torque management walk through. I have everything set the way I want but I have been on the fence about the TM. I won’t be pulling so I think I would be fine without Tm.
Im confused on how the "diablo tune" is for 91-93 only??? So you shouldnt use diablo tune if you arent using 91-93 just easy ?
Also question, after you tune, can you go back and add more customization to your current tune?
my main thing to buy this was the stupid governor speed limiter... i have a 16 Denali stuck at 85mph ...
Just know that the drive line is probably only rated up 100mph on most of these trucks
@@eddieb6278 not true!
Please keep updated with the tune/diablew custom tune. I have the same truck and I’m debating the same tuner and maybe even the custom tune
Honestly it has blown me away. Sadly I’m back to work full time so I haven’t had much time to make a more recent update but I will probably this weekend. I just did a wide open throttle data log for Lew since I’ve driven 300 miles on the first custom tune. My truck basically has sports car like acceleration now. I can’t say enough about how happy I am so far with Lew.
How often do u update it my blew my transmission
How did you get the TCM to show up? Cant seem to get it on my 2017 sierra 5.3
Recorded horizontally:)
When you run the 91 tune do you have to put 91 in it or can u stay with 87
Good day sir thank you for your video I have a 2009 Chevy Tahoe with a 5.3 I put a supercharger on it bigger injectors I just put a brand new motor in the truck I’ve had it for two weeks it’s running really rich I do have the Diablo sport tuner I’m not too sure how to use it I bought this vehicle from a family friend it definitely runs really rich is there anything I can do other than having a Dyno tune done The reason I replace the engine compression ring in number five when we had a horrible misfire but I got a brand new crate motor and it seems to run well I just like to make it so it doesn’t run so rich thank you very much Michael US military
Do you have to leave this plugged in to the OBD2 port while driving or no?
Nope
joe are you available to change the tires size in custom tune ?
Yes. Here are some steps that I found that might help you out...
support.badnewsracing.net/support/solutions/articles/14000055943-how-do-i-adjust-my-tire-size-with-diablosport-
Joe what town you in?
How are u liking it so far ?
How do you get this thing to work? Mine doesnt connect to wifi, there was no updater file to even update the piece of shit with.. i mustve gotten sent the original non working prototype
How does this affect mpg? I just had to replace 6L80 transmission at 96k due to torque converter failure in 2017 Silverado LT 5.3l. Can this product help with transmission life? I have also never put anything but 91 octane in this truck.. assumed with v8, it needed it, but the manual says 87 is minimum. I think I've been wasting money.
Get rid of the factory thermal bypass valve on transmission, if you want to help the transmission last as long as possible
Has the truck been reliable for you?
Just installed about to take her for a spin
Got any updates? I just ordered the Diablo Trinity one with the mountable touch screen for engine vital monitoring. Should be back in town in a week to install it, can’t wait to see the difference in drive quality on my 17 Silverado. Did you turn off that torque management shit? I feel like the biggest difference will be that (at least in my case because I disabled the AFM when I first bought the truck years ago)
@@josephcagiano3055 all positives for me…gas mileage increase, no more hard shifts, throttle response drastic increase. It’s finally 24/7 V8.
It feels like I’m driving a real Silverado like my dad and grandpa did when trucks were built to be drove and worked out of. None of the modern day limitations elec truck bs in today’s world. I am finally glad to own my Silverado not just say “well I got it be cause my family always drove them.“
I bought it used with 43k miles on it and I was about to resell it with only at 58k miles. Glad I bought the tuner…100% kept me from selling it with the demand for trucks right now.
Best of luck with results on yours!
I'm just trying to decide between this one and the predator 2. I really like What I heard on your video these issues are exactly what bothers me. Looks like hesitation and the truck feels weak.
I believe the predator is older and may not get as much future support. I’m not entirely sure but worth checking into. I did look at the trinity but I believe that adds around $300.
I will definitely get the i3. I've been researching and the predator does give you the option to customize and I want to customize in the future. Thanks for the reply
Is there an option to bump up the rom’s at idle? I hate this rough idle @ 500 rpm.
Ever figure it out ?
Yes. This tuner worked perfect. Bumped mine up 100 rpms and it idles smooth now. Did the 91 octane tune, firm shift, and increased throttle response. Im impressed with it. Runs much better and is definitely more aggressive. Id recommend it
@@JeffCollins-nx5sq little late to this but what year is your truck
Why do you turn off torque management?
I've heard that it makes them shift a bit hard. I can feel my truck shifting from 2nd gear
Take a shot every time he says “uh” which is after every sentence almost
Jesus I want to watch the video, but it’s annoying as hell how much you say “um” after everything
Uh uh uh uh uh uh
I miss the days when having a V8 meant you could spin rubber from a standing start. New vehicles seem to lack the low end torque to really lurch forward from standstill.
They have it but the computer tries to control the delivery. All that can be tuned out.
@@BostonJoe620 So-called "torque management" to cover for the fragile transmissions, I suppose.
I'll never forget the time when I rented the Home Depot truck to bring home a snow blower. I don't recall if it was a Ford or a GM truck, but on the way back to the store, I stopped at a traffic light and decided to tromp on the accelerator when the light changed and to my utter shock, the truck spun rubber and lurched to 30MPH in about 2 seconds. One 60s muscle cars could do that. And this was a 10,000 lb flatbed truck.
However, my Silverado 2500HD, has all the power above 3000 rpm and very little from a standing start. It seems to have to "spool up" --almost like there's a lot of slippage going on. My mechanic went over the truck and said there's nothing wrong with the engine --good compression, etc. and that pickups are heavier in the rear than flatbeds. But I'm convinced that flatbed was a heavier duty truck, based on recollection, which could be mistaken.
I wonder if these tuners would give the low end torque that I remember in the 60s?
basspig Definitely. The spooling up you feel is all controlled by the computer.
@@BostonJoe620 Well that's encouraging. When all other issues with my Silverado are resolved (complete brake job getting done this week), I may try one of these tuners and see if the low end torque can improve significantly.
Afm killed my motor in my chevy. Happy you got rid of it.
The AFM switching is so noticeable! Just feels all wrong.
Boston Joe20 brobit is wrong all called gm and let them know and they said they are aware of it but still no recall I kept all my receipts so if the do I can get reimbursed no warranty so all out of pocket. But truck is running good. Ordered my diablo tuner last week so it will be here Monday. Giving my mom the range afm delete that I have currently installed so it mess her truck up either
13:00 seizure warning maybe ? hehe
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I hate drone noise. That's why I got rid of my super 40
Understandable. Tolerable for me.
Anybody know if the 8246 programmer will work on a 18 Tahoe 6.2L 10 speed?
Check on the Diablo website.
Drive in manual 5th. gear it wont switch to 4 cylinder.
Just keep it in 5th all the time,stop start all that?
@@TRUNORCALTRAILRIDDER I don't have that much control over you. You make your own decision.
If that really works it’s great advice. If I go back to stock. I’ll give it a shot.
Driving in manual 5th does work to keep off 4cyl mode but hit tow mode it will only go up to 5th gear but it will also use 4cyl mode lmao. Weird.
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