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RE: Re: RE: Re: RE: just purchased my u7192
Posted: Tue Apr 24, 2012 2:59 pm
by Shortpump
I got the Newer style 9xxx Predator U7193 for a 2005 Silverado 4x4 with the 5.3l, a S&B CAI, Throttle body spacer, Transmission servo. I also have gutted cats and 12" cherrybomb glasspacks. My check engine light stays on all the time so i would need that cut off. I have been thinking about a 3000 stall and long tube headers. What can I expect from my truck with those other 2 mods and a Diablew Tune??
Re: GM gas Predator hardware upgrade program in place!
Posted: Thu Sep 13, 2012 7:52 am
by davecarpe
I picked up a Predator U7198 very cheap on ebay. Unfortunately it is locked and it is a very old one (software version 1.03). I was looking at the upgrade program and paying the unlocking fee and I wanted to know if this is still available.
Now I see you also talking about a trade in on a new Trinity. That might be even better. Is that still available? Do I also have t pay to unlock the Predator I have (in check case it doesn't really save me anything).
I am trying to determine my best choices.
I saw some instructions on unlocking a predator on the internet but I don't see the point in buying a download kit to try to unlock it and maybe rendering it useless or my truck dead.
I have a 2001 Chevy Suburban. I have a Airaid intake and throttle body spacer on it with Synthetic lluids and I am adding Accel Coils, Iridium Plugs and electric fan and a BBK throttle body today.
Eventually I want to add headers and a new exhaust and then get some custom tunes.
If you have advice on the best direction, I am interesting on hearing it

Re: GM gas Predator hardware upgrade program in place!
Posted: Fri Sep 14, 2012 11:52 am
by 06MonteSS
trade it in and get the Trinity... the predator's have been discontinued now anyway as of a few months ago...
Re: GM gas Predator hardware upgrade program in place!
Posted: Fri Sep 14, 2012 1:15 pm
by davecarpe
Monte,
Thank you. I also spoke to Tech Support and that is exactly what I decided to do.
I just filled out the RMA and sent it in.
We will be talking about customer tunes at some point, after I use and understand the tool better.
Thank you for the advice and all great info here in the forums!

Re: GM gas Predator hardware upgrade program in place!
Posted: Fri Sep 14, 2012 1:22 pm
by 06MonteSS
awesome, sounds good man!
and thanks for the good words, I appreciate it!

Re: GM gas Predator hardware upgrade program in place!
Posted: Sun Dec 16, 2012 9:42 pm
by TurboBuRick
I have a predator. Came with a truck I purchased. Was working fine then display went blank. Back light works no data on screen.
It has no serial number on case and I don't have receipt. What are my options? Do I still qualify for the trade in?
TIA
Rick
Re: GM gas Predator hardware upgrade program in place!
Posted: Mon Dec 17, 2012 11:23 am
by mikel
trade in is available for anyone, but ideally, you should set it back to stock if possible before using a new tool.
Re: GM gas Predator hardware upgrade program in place!
Posted: Wed Dec 19, 2012 8:59 am
by TurboBuRick
How can I set it back to stock if the display on the predator is blank???
And what do I put in the required fields of the rma form? I don't have receipt or serial number.
Re: GM gas Predator hardware upgrade program in place!
Posted: Fri Dec 21, 2012 7:52 am
by TurboBuRick
Mike, what are my options for getting the vehicle back to stock? The display on the predator shows nothing.
Re: GM gas Predator hardware upgrade program in place!
Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2012 2:21 am
by 06MonteSS
their gone for the holiday man... call 'em up Wednesday morning...
Re: GM gas Predator hardware upgrade program in place!
Posted: Mon Jan 07, 2013 9:19 am
by TurboBuRick
I'll call today.

Re: GM gas Predator hardware upgrade program in place!
Posted: Fri Nov 18, 2016 12:37 pm
by tiger013
Are you guys still doing the trade in credit for predators(u7194)? Thanks.
Re: GM gas Predator hardware upgrade program in place!
Posted: Fri Nov 18, 2016 3:17 pm
by 06MonteSS
yes they are.. send an email to
[email protected] and they can give you the info