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Old 10-15-2009, 11:16 PM   #1
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So, what is the difference between the two really? I've heard that the Predator is a bit slower (not a concern) and that not as many shops use it (also not too big of a concern). However, will these things really be a problem for me? As far as features, is there anything one can do that the other can't? Thanks in advance for any and all help.
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Old 10-15-2009, 11:23 PM   #2
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They are both gonna do about the same for ya, just the SCT is gonna be easier to find a tune for... but then again, can't say I've ever looked for predator either...
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I have a diablo, get an SCT. I found 3 shops in NE that work with diablo while there are tons that deal with SCT, as well as you can just have Justin write you a tune and send it to you. I have not found anyone who does it with diablo. Just get the SCT. I would say spend the extra and get an SCT. Theres a reason people refer to it as diabloww
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What if I could get the Predator for really really cheap?
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I used the Predator on my old 98 sixer, and it's an OK program, but very slow to do anything. Put it this way, when I get a tuner for the 99 Cobra, I'm getting an SCT.
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Old 10-16-2009, 02:14 AM   #6
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Iv only used diablo, but +1 to what Shaunmac9128 said about shops knowing/hearing/using more of the SCT. Maybe not a whole bunch more in my area, but a few.
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Well, there are no shops with SCT stuff for about 80 miles from where I live (none with Diablo either). So, it's 50/50 as far as that goes. However, I'd not be able to get tunes from VMP. I guess I could live with that, but it'd be nice to have the option.
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Honestly i wouldnt think to hard about it, ya it would be nice to have a shop be able to make use of it, but honestly i say go for whatever you can get cheaper/easier. For me i started using diablo, so the next one il probably get will most likely be the same. I wish i could tune 2 cars with a single thing, but i keep thinking you have to reset the factory tune before using it with a different car?? Dont mean to thread highjack, just thinking aloud.
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Yeah you need to reset the car to the factory tune before you can use the tuner with another car.
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Yeah thats why people sell them locked without taking the tune off their car, then the buyer getd f'd. But I would just go with sct like I said unless you get a great deal on the diablo. If you start modding more seriously their preset tunes can only go so far, thats when someone like Justin or a dynotune comes in.
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