HYDRA CHIP™
DEPENDABLE POWER AT YOUR COMMAND
Hydra Chip™: The only 7.3L PCM chip that gives you full, absolute control
It’s not just a chip you’re purchasing… it’s a key to unlocking world-class performance tuning. Every chip comes with FREE access to our entire library of calibrations for stock trucks. You choose what power levels you load onto your chip. Our easy-to-use HydraFlash software gives you full control. Please note that HydraFlash is Windows compatible only.
Need different files? No problem! Everything is done through email, so you never have to send your chip off to be programmed.
The Hydra Chip™ always has [00] bypass mode and [NS] no start built in, with 15 more positions you can program from our database. The choice is always yours.
Please Note: [00] and [NS] are not switch-on-the-fly and do require you to shut the vehicle off and cycle the key to get in and out of.
Features:
- Easy to read two-digit removable display switch for SWITCH-ON-THE-FLY control
- Seventeen positions including built-in Module Bypass [00] and No Start [nS]
- Program and reprogram using our free HydraFlash software
- Supports Hydra Chip™ calibrations for all 7.3L Powerstrokes
- FREE access to Power Hungry’s extensive library of calibrations
- FREE Modified Valve Body versions for many popular calibrations
- Modified Injector tuning for popular calibrations and injectors (additional, one-time charge)
- Fully compatible with PATS-equipped vehicles
- Program your chip in seconds using any or all of the positions
- Create printable calibration list for reference
- Optional USB extension cable for programming in-truck – never pull your chip for programming again!
- Read the factory PCM calibration directly through chip with optional USB extension cable
- Made in America: Wherever possible, every part of the Hydra Chip™ is sourced in the United States. The boards and ribbon cables are made in Florida, the switch case comes from New York, the switch decal is made in Washington, the boxes come from California, and the whole thing is assembled in Georgia. There are individual components that are only available overseas, but we put tremendous effort and pride in finding all the US sources we possibly can. We believe in promoting American jobs for the strength of our country.
Examples of calibrations available through HydraFlash software:
| 0 HP Stock | Factory stock calibration with no modifications |
|---|---|
| 0 HP Modified Stock | Useful for diagnostic testing purposes |
| 25hp Extremely Heavy Tow | 12,500+ pounds |
| 40hp Heavy Tow | 10,000 -12,500 pounds |
| 65hp Moderate Tow | 7,500 – 10,000 pounds |
| 80hp Light Tow | Up to 7,500 pounds |
| 40hp Daily Driver | Good for all-around daily driving and economy |
| 65hp Daily Driver | |
| 80hp Daily Driver | |
| 65hp Performance | A little more aggressive than a Daily Driver while still maintaining manageable smoke output |
| 80hp Performance | |
| 100hp Performance * | |
| 100hp Race * | Play time! Offers a more aggressive fuel curve for improved low RPM response and top end power |
| 120hp Race * | |
| 140hp Extreme * ‡ | This is as big as it gets! (On stock injectors, anyway) |
| High Idle – 1,000rpm | Ideal for PTO operation or for faster warm-ups. We do not recommend exceeding 1,200rpm for safety reasons. |
| High Idle – 1,100rpm | |
| High Idle – 1,200rpm | |
| Anti-Theft | Causes a “Dead Pedal” so vehicle will idle, but is not driveable |
| Whisper Mode ™ | Hit the drive-thru and place your order or do your banking without having to shut off your truck |
| Valet Mode 25 mph | Lowers the speed limiter |
| Valet Mode 35 mph | |
| Valet Mode 45 mph | |
| Teen Driver ™ 65mph | Locks the speed limiter at 65mph |
| Teen Driver ™ 75mph | Locks the speed limiter at 75 mph |
* Due to injector size limitations, stock 1994½ to 1997 trucks will only have calibrations available up to 80HP. Early 1999 can go up to 100HP.
‡ The 140X tune is not recommended on Late 2001 to 2003 vehicles because they have Powdered Metal Connecting Rods.
Note: This product is designed for the 1994½ to 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel trucks. It will not work on earlier 7.3L IDI powered trucks, including the early 1994 “Turbo Diesel” IDI. If you have any questions about which engine you have, please contact Power Hungry Performance or your preferred dealer for more information.
Restrictions: This item is not for sale or use in California due to BS CARB regulations. Thank you for your understanding.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT CALIBRATIONS
1994½ to 1997 and early 1999 Power Stroke and International trucks are fitted with smaller volume injectors than the late 1999 and up Super Duty trucks, and as such are limited to increases of about 80 HP for the 1994½ to 1997 and 100 HP for the early 1999. Some trucks, depending on tolerances, may be able to utilize up to 80 HP and 120 HP respectively, but we cannot guarantee that the power gains will be achieved.
1994½ to 1997 TRUCKS WILL HAVE FEWER CALIBRATION SELECTIONS DUE TO THE POWER LIMITATIONS OF THE FACTORY STOCK INJECTORS. ADDITIONALLY, TRUCKS WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS WILL HAVE FEWER CALIBRATION SELECTIONS DUE TO THE PROGRAMMING CHANGES THAT ARE MADE TO SHIFTING BETWEEN TOW AND POWER CALIBRATIONS.
MODIFICATIONS THAT REQUIRE CUSTOM CALIBRATIONS:
- Modified Injectors (Stage 1, Stage 3, etc.)
- Heavily Modified Transmissions (DieselSite Legendary Trans, John Wood, BTS, etc.)
- Alternate fuels (veggie oil, waste oil, trans fluid)
- Engine mods such as camshafts, compression changes, cylinder head modifications
- Modified large single or twin turbos
- Aggressive high-pressure oil systems (Gen-2, Pulse, twin pump, etc.)
- Power Adders (Nitrous, Water/Meth, Propane)
Customer Reviews
Great Customer Service and Absolutely Killer Chip!
Can’t say enough good stuff about my experiences with PHP! Their email responses (Dylan is who I worked with) were prompt and answered all of my questions clearly and directly. Once I received my Hydra Chip™ and Opened it up I was impressed with the presentation of everything in the box. Installation of the Hydra Chip™ is very straight forward and simple (Just make sure to get enough of the silicone off of the PCM and don’t clean the contacts all of the way down to copper!). My Box/Hex Code for my truck was not in their software so I shot an email over to Dylan since on the Hydra help page it says they will recommend another Box/Hex code for your truck, which he did very quickly. Programming the chip is very easy with minimal confusion. My truck is basically stock with only an upgraded 3″ downpipe and 4″ straight pipe exhaust and holy cow did these tunes wake it up! I figured it would come to life a little bit but not nearly as much as it did! On the 80hp performance tune my truck will chirp 4th! ESSENTIALLY STOCK! I can’t wait to start doing more power mods to the truck… My only complaint is that the ribbon cable that goes from the chip to the display could be about a foot longer, but by no means would that stop me from buying another one. 5 out of 5 for everyone over at PHP, they have another very satisfied customer who will be coming back for more products!
Cameron L. on 07/13/2017
Hydra Chip™
Night and day difference coming from the edge evo. The Hydra Chip™ has a lot smoother power over a wider rpm range, lower egt’s and less smoke for the same horsepower tune. So far I’ve tried tunes for the original hex file for my truck and the recommended hex file and I like the older tunes better, the trans shifts firmer, they feel like they have more power and lower egt’s at w.o.t. cruising egt’s and pulling hills at part throttle are about the same between the two. The one thing I like about the newer tunes though is the converter doesn’t unlock on down shifts.
Steve H. on 04/15/2017
Best buy so far!
I have had multiple 7.3s, I put larger I hectors in my truck and she ran rough!! I put the Hydra Chip™ on with power hungry get tunes and man has my truck come alive!! And what’s awesome is when I do the fuel system or the trans next I can just plug my computer in and BAM new tunes! This chip and the es saved my truck. I could not be happier (unless it also gave me like 30mpg).
Andrew G. on 04/14/2017