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ECU QUESTION?

Discussion in '96-04 - 2V Specific' started by Whitepony, Jul 8, 2007.

  1. Jul 8, 2007 #1
    Whitepony

    Whitepony New Member

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    okay, so apparently the 98 gt has more power because the ecu is a little different?

    i have a 97 gt, can i swap my ecu for a 98 ecu and gain power?

    and also can could i use a diablo tuner with a 98 ecu? i would love any information!
     
  2. Jul 8, 2007 #2
    MustangMatt96GT

    MustangMatt96GT Well-Known Member

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    I say just get your 97 ECU tuned for around the same price as the 98 ECU and you will gain more power. But from what I have heard it can work to use the 98 ECU in your car! Too much work IMO
     
  3. Jul 9, 2007 #3
    19mustang95

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    im gonna go with a no on this because the 98 has a different fuel system than a 97....
     
  4. Jul 10, 2007 #4
    Whitepony

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    ahh gotcha, its fuel mapping wont be right on a 97.

    ill wait untill i do more mods then get a tuner. i dont really have a need for one right now its still fun to drive!
     
  5. Jul 11, 2007 #5
    Dusstbuster

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    Simple answer: NO you cannot use a 98 ECU in anything but a 98 car

    Complicated: You probably could, but the labor and complete rewiring of the car would make you an idiot for even trying it.

    Different fuel system is just one of the issues.

    From HERE both regarding a guy wanting to use a 98 ECU in his 97 GT.
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