perk03z06

CS2 v9 and v7 are not different in their respective layouts. Go to the 'Window' menu, and see if you have a checkmark next to the 'Tools' option. If not, left click on it so that it appears. This is the tool panel. The blur/smudge tool will be the button that looks either like a teardrop, a hand and finger 'smudging', or a triangle. These 3 tools will be under one button in the tool panel.

In version 7 of PShop, the blur tool can be found under the icon that looks like a teardrop, or a hand and finger.

You're lucky! 2006 with no AWD ... I have an '03 and been wanting to be able to do what you did in the video for years! ...

GM may have changed the software in the PCM from '03 to '04. Did Zippy use a factory calibration for the PCM from '03 or '04? I would look at that first. It's possible the PCM software may look at the fuel level sender backwards between the 2 years? I would also look into reprogramming the IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) module with an '03 calibration instead of '04. By the way, the dealer lied to you about programming the BCM. It can definitely be programmed. I would also try that. It may be good to also use '03 calibrations for as many computers on that truck as possible so that they all can communicate with each other correctly.

Was reading this ... gotta be careful here Dave... Dealers' service shops have access to more information than you might think. The factory scan tool can access information about the programming history for the PCM, and can look it up in a matter of seconds. On GM vehicles, each flash is tracked by a CAL ID (Calibration ID). If a dealer tech finds a CAL ID in a PCM and it doesn't correspond to a CAL for that vehicle, it will become suspected that the PCM had a custom tune, and void the warranty. I would agree, though ... get a 2nd PCM for tuning, and hope that the body module doesn't store a B1155: 'Calibration Key Does not Match'

'Reflashing' is also known as 'Reprogramming'. 'Flashing' or 'Reflashing' are common synonyms for the same thing. What happens, is that there is software (like Windows) that operates the control circuits in the hardware portion of your vehicle computer (PCM). This software, also called 'firmware' is stored in an EEPROM chip that is updateable. (EEPROM: Electrically Eraseable Programmable Read-Only Memory) Many times, a vehicle manufacturer will release a vehicle off of the assembly line, brand new without fully testing the firmware that controls engine functions. Rather than having a massive recall where the vehicle's control modules would have to be shipped back to the assembly plant, the manufacturer will release a newer version of software that corrects a discovered problem, and then have it loaded into the vehicle's control module in the field. There are also several ways of loading firmware into a PCM. Years ago, you had to own the factory scan tool to do it. Now, to do a firmware 'reflash/flash', you can buy a J2534-compliant device which will work with many vehicle manufacturers, rather just 1. Which is good ... but J2534 devices commonly only load manufacturer-approved firmware, not custom, performance-tuned firmware that may fall outside of EPA guidelines.

Looks almost as good as my truck. ;) Good luck selling it. I know anyone that ends up with it will be happy!

No information from anyone? That sucks ... I was hoping I wouldn't have to fab my own ...

I have been looking everywhere for any company that makes an aftermarket trim kit to replace the "Smoker's Pkg" 800 MCE Upper Bezel #15194292 that is right under the DD opening for the factory radio. (It has the cigarette lighters embedded in it.) I want to install a 7" touchscreen LCD in the opening, and I have an estimated 8"x6"x4" to work with. I am lost right now. Crutchfield has nothing. Any ideas, guys?

You may have seen me. I live in Charlotte!