Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner 40417 Review
The Triple Dog Diesel GT Gauge Tuner is an all-in-one electronic device that works as a driving coach, monitor, and gauge for a car or truck. The device measures at 3 inches in width, 2 inches in height and has a diameter. The electronic device provides real-time feedback to assist drivers in improving fuel economy with the help of features such as Driving Coach, designed with the help of some of the top automotive engineers in the country. What the Driving Coach does is that it lets the driver know where their energy is getting wasted so that the suitable adjustments can be made.
This device is every drivers dream come true. The Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner 40417 is a single unit which is capable of adding up to 25 horsepower, by providing the driver with real-time diagnostic information. Apart from that, the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner 40417 also offers a whole range of other monitoring features which improves the performance of your car on the road.
The portability of the device is what makes the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner 40417 ideal for all car models. But the size and the aesthetics are only part of the benefits of these devices. So, exactly how much performance can one expect to get with the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner 40417? You can expect to see the following;
Fuel 91+ octane. Regular 84+.
Peak horsepower of up to 25HP. Regular 15-20HP.
Peak Torque of up to 40 ft.lbs. Regular 15-20 ft.lbs.
Bully Dog GT Tuner Installation
The Bully Dog GT gauge tuner is quick and simple to install without any hiccups. Users will have to install the component physically and then download the necessary software should only take a few minutes. What sets the Bully Dog GT tuner apart from the rest is the new and exclusive Driving Coach feature, considered a revolutionary addition to the device amongst car and truck enthusiasts. This new feature not only helps improve driving habits, but also gets rid of the causes of fuel wastage and a loss of vehicle power. This not only enhances the fuel economy of your vehicle, but also ensures cost savings as well.
At first glance, you will see that the device now has a full color display monitor, where users get to choose from multiple pre-installed themes and is a completely user friendly device, making it easy even for the first time users, along with the other more tech savvy users. Apart from that, the new Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner also includes both day time and night time driving modes, various vehicle performance tests and over 15 vehicle parameters to make sure that your car or truck is in perfect shape on the road. Apart from that, the device also includes pre installed diagnostic trouble codes, which makes it easier to find out a problem once it occurs. There are also additional updates and upgrades that the user can download for free from the internet
Available Vehicle Parameters:
Some of the parameters that are available on the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner are as follows;
Turbo Boost Pressure
Transmission Temperature
Timing Position
Throttle Position (%)
Speed
Real Time Fuel Economy
Mass Air Flow
Manifold Absolute Pressure
Injection Pulse Width
Injection Control Pressure
Fuel Rail Pressure
Exhaust Gas Temperature
Engine RPM
Engine Oil Temperature
Engine Load
Coolant Temperature
Battery Voltage
Barometer
Air Intake Temperature
Performance
Those who want to get the performance of a lifetime out of their vehicles better hold on tight once the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner is done with the diagnostics and tuning of your vehicle. With the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner, you will get the best engine tuning money can buy, which is the reason why the product has gained such popularity amongst the masses in such a short period of time.
It is without a doubt that the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner has been designed to provide the engine tuning that improves the entire driving experience of the driver. Since, proper tuning is the key to a better performance when it comes to a car or truck, the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner makes sure that all areas are covered, from horsepower to the torque, RPM and everything in between so the driver is able to experience the best performance in various driving situations. Users of the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner will definitely find a more responsive throttle along with much better acceleration right off the bat. And this is only after the regular tuning and not the performance tuning. But, it you dont sweat spending a bit more for gas, you can definitely try out the performance tuning to get even better performance.
When it comes to maintaining good gas mileage for normal use, the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner doesnt disappoint and delivers the goods both on the road, on the highway and while driving on off-road tracks as well. You will most definitely find an improvement in your gas mileage after tuning your vehicle with the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner. The new Driving Coach feature also works as a good reminder for the drive to lay off the gas. And while it can be a bit annoying for some drivers, since it tends to beep a lot, its addition is priceless when you think about it.
The new diagnostic feature is also a nice addition too and can scan for codes and give the driver short descriptions of errors as they occur.
Better Fuel Economy
This is one of those questions that usually needs to be answered in a product review. So, here goes, Does the new Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner improve the fuel economy of a vehicle? And the answer is, hell yes. That being said, getting a better fuel economy is obviously only possible if you drive conservatively. What this means is that if you have your foot towards the floor when you drive, you will see a significant drop in your fuel economy. When it comes to the exact number, there is really no way of telling that, and doing so would only mean youre guessing. But, the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner does provide a major improvement to the fuel economy, simply because fuel efficiency is basically a by-product of a fine tuned engine and because of the various tuning features for the engine which ensures that your vehicle is at optimum performance.
The Driving Coach
Now, we come towards the Driving Coach which is a new feature that has been added to the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner. What the Driving Coach does is provide instant feedback to the driver which in turn helps in improving the fuel economy of the vehicle. The new Driving Coach makes it possible for the driver to have all the tools they could possibly need to improve the performance of any given vehicle. Some of those tools are as follows.
View wasted energy.
Identifies sensitivity to various driving conditions.
Monitors the efficiency of a driver.
Displays trip, instant and average economy of a trip.
Allows the driver to choose their own fuel economy goals.
Warranty
The Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner comes with a one year warranty which also includes all physical parts that are in the package. However, users need to keep in mind that the manufacturing company does not guarantee excellent performance of the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner in case the device hasnt been properly installed on a vehicle, or if the device has been modified in any way that has been prohibited by the manufacturer. Users of the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner are also advised to ask for assistance if needed from Bully Dog Tech Support for all Bully Dog products.
The Verdict
It doesnt really matter whether you use your vehicle for mundane tasks like taking your kids to school or driving to the grocery store, or some extreme tasks, the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner has what it takes to get your vehicle in the best shape possible. With the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner, you can choose from various power levels and tackle the trails. You can also save on MPGs on the highway as well. Drivers also get live sensor data which is displayed on the monitor to alert them of any underlying issues with their vehicle. In short, the Bully Dog Triple Dog GT Gas Platinum Tuner is the answer to all of your diagnostic problems.