Dhp Pcm!

[-Alero-]

i just realized something. i really need this, and this would be a great chance to buy it since im not driving my car right now. but i know nothing about ordering this thing. to tell you the truth i dont even know what core charge is :lol:. but anyways do i unplug my PCM, mail it to them and they reprogram it, and then i get it back? and do i give them 100$ along with my PCM (at the same time). i honestly have no idea, please someone correct me if im worng. also where exactly is that PCM located at anyway?

[jabartram]

they had to reprogram mine, due to the fact that an older pcm would not work in my car with ses lights on all the time (o2 sensor circuit changes) but older model alero's all you need is a case learn when you recieve the pcm, email them for instructions and info.



A link to their site (http://www.digitalhorsepowerinc.com/home_index.htm)

[-Alero-]

i have a 2002, and i have an A/F ratio gauge and an oil PSI gauge, thatwouldnt affect anything would it?

[jabartram]

no, it changes shift rpm, tranny line pressure, you need to run a 180 thermostat, it has a 2 min fan on timer after engine shutoff (low fan speed) and I have recently learned(the hard way) you cant run a B&M shift+, it will freak the tranny out.

OH, and no speed governor.

[-Alero-]

yeah thought so, but this still doesnt really naswer any of my questions <_<

[jabartram]

what are your specific questions? the answers from your first post are, no you don't have to send them your pcm, unless you want to, if they send you one you have to send them a deposit that you get back when you send them yours as a core, if you send yours no deposit required.

[jabartram]

pcm is located above ds kickpanel up under dash, pull the cover from under the dash and look up you will see 2 harnesses bolted to it.

[bdyman]

i would really look into hptuners.com
worth every penny
all ya need is a lap top and you can fine tune your car your self

[Youngblood77]

hey Jab? What happened to the B&M? Did you have to return the setup to stock? And If you don't mind me asking, where's the shiftkit? If it's still around, wanna sell it? :)

[blackout]

Originally posted by bdyman@Oct 17 2004, 12:33 AM
i would really look into hptuners.com
worth every penny
all ya need is a lap top and you can fine tune your car your self
bdyman have you ever tried this product. I would like to try something like that so i could tune myself, but im scared i would mess up my car :o

[bdyman]

i personaly have not but have seen it in action on a friends grand am and firebird
it`s a program that controls every part of the car
it is simply amazing a bit pricey but worth it

[FormulaNERD]

Originally posted by Youngblood77@Oct 17 2004, 12:56 PM
hey Jab? What happened to the B&M? Did you have to return the setup to stock? And If you don't mind me asking, where's the shiftkit? If it's still around, wanna sell it? :)
lol, it's currently installed under the hood of a 1999 Manta Green Metallic Alero in clarksville tennessee.

[-Alero-]

hmmm so i send PFYC.com 100$ and they send me a PCM and just take mine out and throw it away or what? the PCM in mine is pretty good, it takes good care of my engine and lets it run really strong. i dont really understand how they do this :wacko: do they take a PCM fro ma stock alero and reprogram it to a certain level?? or do they get a brand new one from GM? because what i think my PCM is adapted to a harder working engine, but i dont understand what will happen if they give me a PCM thats from some stock alero that hasnt adapted to its engine like mine, wont this make anything wierd? oh yeah and is it true i have to run better than 87 octane gas for this thing to work? and what happens if i use 87 octane? will it f*** up?

[smokinAMD]

First off, you can't get the DHP thru PFYC, the GAGT has a different transmission then the Alero. You'd have to go straight to DHP and have them setup one for you.

Now as for the core charge with the PCM. You pay $250 for the PCM (or whatever it is) + a $100 core charge. Now once you get the new PCM installed in your car and working, you send the one you had to begin with back to DHP and then they will send you your $100 back. Understand? Good.

As for running 87 octane gas? I don't know. It will probably run, but it would run like ass. I have the ASE chip in my car and its the same principle, I haven't worked up the balls to put 87 in it, nor do I plan on it. My guess is it will throw codes for running lean.

[-Alero-]

hmmmmmm sorry i didnt mean PFYC, that was my mistake

[-Alero-]

lol i dont mean to sound like an ass but if i cant order from PFYC.com and use the GAGT one, then where do i order the DHP PCM?

[smokinAMD]

Originally posted by Alero-@Oct 17 2004, 05:38 PM
lol i dont mean to sound like an ass but if i cant order from PFYC.com and use the GAGT one, then where do i order the DHP PCM?
Directly thru dhp.

[FormulaNERD]

try emailing jason from dhp, he helped me out a while back..

jasonjeross@hotmail.com

[jabartram]

I run a DHP-PCM if I don't run super I get clatter.

[-Alero-]

Originally posted by jabartram@Oct 17 2004, 09:33 PM
I run a DHP-PCM if I don't run super I get clatter.
what!? :huh?:

so am i asking this "jason" guy for a grand am SE or a olds Alero PCM?

[jabartram]

DUDE! what kind of car do you drive???????????????????????

[sc/alero]

not to bust your balls here but if you have no clue as to what this thing does then maybe it wouldn't be a mod for you. i mean maybe you should do a little more research before jumping in with both feet. granted it is a plug and play type deal. but there are a few other things you have to do once you install it as well. the pcm needs to relearn the security modes before the car will even start. like i said i am not trying to bust your balls but this may not be something for you. just my .02
there are a lot of people on here that will help you out if ned be or give you the info you need myself included.

[FormulaNERD]

Originally posted by Alero-+Oct 18 2004, 01:36 AM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (-Alero- @ Oct 18 2004, 01:36 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-jabartram@Oct 17 2004, 09:33 PM
I run a DHP-PCM if I don't run super I get clatter.
what!? :huh?:

so am i asking this "jason" guy for a grand am SE or a olds Alero PCM? [/b][/quote]
well what kind of car do you have? an alero man. ask about a custom alero tune with whatever mods you have (or plan on in the short future) it may cost more if you get it custom for anything other than intake and exhaust.

[-Alero-]

what kind of car do i have!?...........gee um i dunno a 67 shelby cobra.... dude i have a ALERO!!!!!!!!! AND SINCE I POSTED IN THE 3400 I obviously have a 3400....lol....sheeze...... anyways i know what the DHP PCM does, i just needed to understand how to order it thats all. and yeah im pretty sure i plan on getting, intake,exhaust, and things like that.

[-Alero-]

ok who hear actually has the DHP PCM, cause i emailed them a lil while back about ordering one, and ive gotten no reply....... :(

[FormulaNERD]

heres the reply i got a little while back.

"Tell your fellow members and friends it is available for $215 + $150 core charge + $12.00 shipping"

oh, and Jabartram has the DHP

[-Alero-]

lol i'd like to know how to order it exactly.......cause they havent replied to me and its been 4 days <_<. should i keep waiting? i mean theres not much i can do

[FormulaNERD]

sales@digitalhorsepowerinc.com

[Alerosince99]

and yeah im pretty sure i plan on getting, intake,exhaust, and things like that.


Im not quite sure why you would want to make this your first mod. :rolleyes:

The stock PCM has enough range in it to handle most bolt on changes and still run efficiently.

Its not like you send for the chip and you see a huge improvement. There is no 50 hp gain from the chip.

[Redog]

^^^^Agreed, Do intake and Exhaust first, then if you still want the PCM, then get it.

Or, Get the shift kit, it's only $40.

[-Alero-]

hmmm........thanks for clearing that up for me. i guess once again i'll change my mind :unsure:

[1WhiteOSV]

btw....PFCY.com now offers the DHP PCM for the Grand AM SE so I emailed DHP to see if it'll work.....I'm waiting for response.