99 Silverado + 02 PCM + Nelson tune + HPTuner

[FS560]

I guess this question is for Allen.

My truck is a 99 with 5.3 motor.

It has been stated here that there is an advantage in switching to the 2002 PCM. So, if I do that and buy HP Tuner software and also buy a Nelson tune, will I have to use my 2 vehicle selections for HP Tuner as being 99 5.3 and 02 5.3?

Or is that taken care of in the new tune of the 02 PCM?

[chrisj6]

You will want to get hptuner for either 01 or 02, whichever PCM you get, 01 and 02 have the same service #, which the last 3 digits are 411. The other license you can get for whatever vehicle you choose. HPtuner is great, cause all Allen has to do is send you a new file and you can flash it yourself, no shipping charges or delays.

Chris

[RedHeartbeat]

You don't need HPTuner unless you are going to program it yourself or you need to send Allen a log file.

[chrisj6]

yeah you dont have to, but its much easier when he sends you an update or need him to look at something.

Chris

[FS560]

The X411 is for 01 and 02 according to the dealer. But will HP reject me using a 99 VIN number with 02 software liscense?

Otherwise, what would prevent me from working on any model year vehicle as long as I install an X411 PCM?

I like the idea of being able to send logs and receive tune downloads by email. Also, I would not have to go find someone to do the crank relearn each time unless I let the truck sit while waiting for turnaround on the same PCM from Allen.

[farmtruc]

If you're going with the 02 pcm, then get the 02 lic. and don't worry about the 99 lic.
The 411 pcm will work in all truck 02 - 99.

thanks,

allen