With the amount of "tuner" shops that have been popping up all over the country in the last five years you often have to wonder if they are actually trained properly or are they simply jumping on the band wagon of being the next great "tuner" because the they have a race car and won... Continue Reading →
When do I need to get a retune?
Only if something has changed...new mods or removing mods.
Can a tune go bad?
No. If a tune is done correctly then the car will be able to adapt just as it did from the factory to altitude and temperature changes etc. If you have been driving your car for a period of time with no issues then chances are it is not the tune. Check for obvious issues... Continue Reading →
Should I lose fuel economy after a tune?
NO! Of course the fuel economy of your vehicle is going to greatly depend on your driving style so do your comparing under same the conditions. If a tune is done correctly then fuel economy gains can be considerable but you should never lose.
What type of fuel should I use after my car is tuned?
Check with your tuner for specifics here. For a general rule, street tunes are built for high octane fuel and race tunes can only be used with the specific fuel used to tune it and using anything but what your tuner recommends could end up causing a catastrophic failure which will be on your pocket... Continue Reading →
What is a “conservative” tune?
Pay attention here I am about to leak a secret most tuners do not want you to know..... A "conservative" tune means that your tuner does not have the confidence or the knowledge in his tuning abilities to dial your car in correctly!!! There I said it...simply put..a tune is either right or it is... Continue Reading →
How do I know the tune in my car is right?
Datalog Datalog Datalog! It's really easy and if you have any questions feel free to email me and I will guide you along. Get a laptop, a good wideband, and dedicate a little time to drive and record the data needed to determine if your dialed in or not. If you need help deciphering the... Continue Reading →
How much should a good custom tune cost?
Money equates to time. Each setup is different and also depending on what type of system is being used (piggy back,chip,stand alone,supercharged,naturally aspirated, street or race only, etc) tune costs can range from $250 - $1500. Don't be afraid to spend money here...this is the final piece to your custom puzzle and getting the most... Continue Reading →
Is there such a thing as a good mail order tune?
Yes there is. If you are willing to do some work on your end to give your tuner the proper information about your specific vehicle and provide them with a datalog of your vehicle then absolutely you can receive a good mail order tune. Datalogging software is free most of the time from the software... Continue Reading →
Understanding Dyno Numbers
First of all let's begin by saying not all dyno's are created equal! All dyno's serve a purpose and it's your job as a consumer to do your homework to find the dynamometer that will help you achieve your goals. If you are just looking for the highest possible number and have no interest in... Continue Reading →
What is a “Mail Order” tune and will it work for me?
For some, a mail order tune will work just fine but for anyone that has modded their vehicle I would recommend a custom tune on a "loaded" dyno. Mail order tunes quite often add a little timing, lean out the air fuel ratio at WOT and call it a day. Typical gains from a mail... Continue Reading →
Ray McClelland 