Hydra Chip

The PHP Hydra is a plug in performance chip that provide engine optimized tuning directly to your 7.3 Powerstroke through the PCM data port. A chip that modifies the stock programming to give you more power by changing the injection timing and fuel delivery all within safe limits of the truck’s capabilities. Offering up to 17 positions of performance that can be changed on the fly (while the truck is running) as driving conditions change. For example your towing in the normal tow 80hp setting and you come to a long steep grade, you can lower the programming to a setting like 60hp that keeps temperatures in check until you reach the top.

Featuring a digital display switch that’s show what position the chip is currently running and what power level. The hydra plugs into the computer with a flat ribbon cable that runs to the dash. The dash mounted digital display switch is your controller for choosing your driving or towing programs. Included is the remote tuning cable. This tuning cable allows you to change or add programming without ever pulling the chip from the PCM.

Tuning options:

• Tune it yourself (Send blank) Pretty simple with a Windows or Mac PC.
• Tune 6 – We program 6 most popular tunes FREE.
• Tune Max – We’ll fill the chip with available programs. (up to 17 but commonly only 10-14 tunes) (+$10)

The Hydra programming:

• Optimizes timing for more power and better mileage
• Increases fuel injector duration for more power
• Increase transmission shift firmness
• Give you safe towing programs for EGT control when loaded
• Daily street hot and economy programming for everyday drive-ability and power
• Extreme tuning for all out power and smoke

Hydra Chip Features and Benefits

• Includes the chip, digital display switch, ribbon cable, USB cable, and remote tuning cable
• 17 TOTAL POSITIONS including built-in Module Bypass (for diagnostics or emissions testing) and No-Start
• Easy to read TWO DIGIT removable display switch that mounts on any flat surface for maximum convenience
• Program/reprogram the chip using the included remote tuning cable
• Supports most competitors calibrations
• Fully compatible with PATS-equipped vehicles (Excursion)
• Update and Reprogram ONLINE using our FREE Hydra Flash software
• Program and Verify ONE or MORE positions with one click
• Program calibrations in ANY POSITION(s) or leave ANY positions blank!
• A single position takes less than 20 seconds to Program and Verify
• Read the factory PCM calibration directly through the chip
• Print out your own customized calibration list

This hydra is used for a stock truck without custom modifications. Works well with all intakes, exhaust systems, and stock transmissions. If you have extensive modifications you will need a custom programmed Hydra chip. You can download tunes to your Hydra at a later date from your home Windows or Mac PC if you make upgrades later that requires custom tuning with the free tuning software from Power Hungry Performance.

Redesigned from the ground up, the Hydra Chip provides Ford owners with a feature packed, high quality, low cost alternative to many of the existing modules on the market today.

Hydra tunes that can be downloaded

Available programs for most trucks, that can be downloaded and installed on the chip by you with your home Windows or Mac PC. We will load these tunes for you by request (leave note with your order on which tunes you want) or you can do it yourself with the free program.

• Stock – For emissions or diagnostics
• 25hp or 40hp Heavy Tow – Tow Optimized Shift Points
• 65hp or 80hp Moderate to Light Tow – Tow Optimized Shift Points
• 65hp or 80hp Daily Driven – Optimized for Fuel Economy
• 65hp, 80hp, & 100hp Performance – More aggressive fueling
• 100hp & 120hp Race – Aggressive fueling for playing
• 140hp Extreme – All out tune
• High Idle 1000RPM – 1100RPM – 1200RPM
• Whisper Mode – For drive-thru short durations
• Valet Modes – 25mph – 35mph – 45mph Total speed limited without performance
• Teen Driver Mode – Max 65mph or 75mph

Summary:
The hydra chip is the most advanced plug in performance chip to date for the 7.3 Powerstroke. The 7.3 is shift on the fly capable unlike the newer trucks today. You can choose your desired tune at any point during your drive by just pushing the selector switch to the desired number. You can install the extension cable and reprogram your chip anytime without removing it. (see related products) It holds the most programs in the industry with 17 available positions. You can install custom tuning through your email from you home (see related products) if you ever upgrade your truck later.

Note: No Returns on electrical items.

Visit the HYDRA HELP frequently asked questions for troubleshooting any problems.

Download the Hydra Flash Software Here.