Edge Programmer
Knowing full well that I wanted an upgraded programmer for monitoring the vitals while towing, I turned back to Edge - but this time upgrading to their Juice with Attitude CTS monitor.Contributed
The range of engine programmers and monitors on the market for diesel trucks these days is huge. Unlike gas engine programmers that basically re-tune for performance, many of the diesel products offer a wide array of engine monitoring options, exhaust probes, built in warning settings, automatic de-fueling when the engine exhaust temps gets too high, over speed warnings, and much more.
I had your standard Edge Evolution with the exhaust probe when I first bought my truck in 2006 – this was prior to MSD purchasing Edge Products. It worked fine, but over time the exhaust probe failed and the screen was getting discoloured. I called the warranty department and they took care of me, giving me an updated version with a wide array of improvements; more power settings, built in warnings that flashed red when they were exceeded, and (what I felt was) better base programming (thanks MSD). I was very happy with the improvements.
I recently purchased a new tow rig, again a 2006 Chevy diesel, but this time equipped with training wheels (dually). It came with a Edge Evolution, but of the same vintage as in my previous truck. Knowing full well that I wanted an upgraded programmer for monitoring the vitals while towing, I turned back to Edge - but this time upgrading to their Juice with Attitude CTS monitor.
The Evolution lists in the low $500.00 range and works great; the Juice with Attitude CTS ups their cost quite a bit, coming in at just over $1,000.00. When it comes down to it, there really is no comparison between the two - for feel, ease of use, and adjustability. Heck, even the packaging of the Juice with Attitude was above and beyond - with all of its components in individual bubble wrapped sleeves, with printed literature to guide you though the install and programming process (it seems that almost everyone simply gives you a disk and web site link these days). Literally, there are so many available options that can be programmed in, and optional sensors that you can add – including a back up camera – that this product sells itself.