If you're having power issues when hauling your car hauler when towing with your 1998 Silverado, this chip will definitely help. I would recommend getting a cold air intake if you don't have one already. This one # EP84030 fits your truck. I presume that you have the 5.0 or 5.7L because that's what my 98 has. But this will work with the 4.3L as well. A chip goes a long way but it makes bolt on accessories like the intake go further as well. You will get more out of your bolt on upgrades... view full answer...
Performance monitor products, such as the Edge Insight CS2 Gauge Display # EP84030 that you referenced, will connect directly to the OBD-II port on the vehicle. In order for it to display information like transmission fluid temperature, the vehicle must include this data in the feed that goes to the OBD-II port.
I spoke with my contact at Edge regarding your truck and he was not able to confirm whether or not your 1998 model Silverado sends this data. I recommend checking with a local... view full answer...
I do have a similar device for you but the Edge Gas Evolution CTS2 Performance Tuner part # EP85450 is not confirmed to work with the 5.7L V8 engine in your 1996 Chevrolet C1500 Series Pickup. For your C1500 I recommend taking a look at the Edge Insight CS2 Comprehensive Gauge Display part # EP84030. The Edge Insight CS2 will allow you to display up to 8 engine and vehicle parameters at once. The device also acts as a diagnostic troubleshooting tool that can read and clear diagnostic trouble... view full answer...