Cobb or Bama

[dragonacc]

We're hesitant to get involved in this thread because of all the madness that has been exchanged. However, it's time to get some helpful information out there.

Let me start by saying that it's absolutely not true that "other companies" haven't gone fast with their EcoBoosts. Actually, I think Bama is right up there with the "fastest" cars out there, especially factoring in full-weight and 19" wheels. They tuned their car fully with SCT software using a Bama X4.

1/8th Mile Track in NC 2 Weeks Ago:

7.71 @ 89 MPH
1.59 60' foot time
Calculates out to 12.0-12.1 @ 105MPH

Mods:

- Airaid CAI
- Bama V2 Race Tune (same boost level as the tune their customers receive)
- 3" Kooks Catless Downpipe and Exhaust
- Prototype Intercooler and Up-Pipe Kit w/External Blow-Off Valve
- Full weight (no seats removed)
- 19" Drag Radials (not slicks on smaller drag wheels)

To be clear, this is on Race Gas however it's the same Boost level as the Race tune Bama sends their customers on 93 octane. They only used Race gas for a margin of safety (not for this particular setup, but for other things they tested on this trip) and to bump the timing a tad. Also, if there are any customers running Race fuels, they'll be able to tune for that.

Also, the Intercooler didn't add horsepower but did decrease intake temperatures over 100 degrees when they tested the (2) dyno runs and (2) track runs. If they were to continue to beat the cars brains out on the dyno to heat-soak it, you may see power gains when the aftermarket intercooler "does work", but not if you're only doing 2-3 pulls on the dyno and 2-3 pulls at the strip in each form. It's a consistency mod and not a mod for gains, since they're not seeing temperatures rise and timing pulled, etc.

As for Bama just coming into the EcoBoost world, that's also not the case. The Bama team has members who have tuned plenty of factory turbo cars for years, including Ford and the EcoBoost platform. This definitely isn't their first run-in with this type of tuning.

Hopefully that gets our side of things across. Feel free to ask away any questions that you guys may have!

Thanks for chiming in. I may not have gone with you guys for tuning this go around (I did buy my SCT X3 from you for my 2011), but your post was informative and you are one of the companies the OP actually asked about.

EDIT: Any info on the Kooks exhaust stuff? Haven't heard anything from them.

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[AMAlexLazarus]

Thanks for chiming in. I may not have gone with you guys for tuning this go around (I did buy my SCT X3 from you for my 2011), but your post was informative and you are actually one of the companies the OP actually asked about.

EDIT: Any info on the Kooks exhaust stuff? Haven't heard anything from them.

Thanks, yeah - we didn't want to chime in and fight. We thought we'd let the dust settle and then just tell it like it is!

Bama's EcoBoost tunes are tested, proven and they're going to continue to make big waves in the EcoBoost market. Stay tuned...

We will have the Kooks downpipes available exclusively at AmericanMucle VERY soon. The thing is AWESOME. There are some pictures that I posted earlier in this thread. The fitment is immaculate. The performance is awesome. We're stoked to bring this to you guys!

 

[04SloSnake]

Any video of the 7.7 run? I would really like to hear how the car sounds.

 

[AMAlexLazarus]

Any video of the 7.7 run? I would really like to hear how the car sounds.

04SloSnake - Definitely! Out video team is editing the footage as we speak and I'll make sure to have a thread made shortly!

Alex

 

[04SloSnake]

Awesome and congrats on the time, that thing is flying.

 

[AMAlexLazarus]

We're hesitant to get involved in this thread because of all the madness that has been exchanged. However, it's time to get some helpful information out there.

Let me start by saying that it's absolutely not true that "other companies" haven't gone fast with their EcoBoosts. Actually, I think Bama is right up there with the "fastest" cars out there, especially factoring in full-weight and 19" wheels. They tuned their car fully with SCT software using a Bama X4.

1/8th Mile Track in NC 2 Weeks Ago:

7.71 @ 89 MPH
1.59 60' foot time
Calculates out to 12.0-12.1 @ 105MPH

Mods:

- Airaid CAI
- Bama V2 Race Tune (same boost level as the tune their customers receive)
- 3" Kooks Catless Downpipe and Exhaust
- Prototype Intercooler and Up-Pipe Kit w/External Blow-Off Valve
- Full weight (no seats removed)
- 19" Drag Radials (not slicks on smaller drag wheels)

To be clear, this is on Race Gas however it's the same Boost level as the Race tune Bama sends their customers on 93 octane. They only used Race gas for a margin of safety (not for this particular setup, but for other things they tested on this trip) and to bump the timing a tad. Also, if there are any customers running Race fuels, they'll be able to tune for that.

Also, the Intercooler didn't add horsepower but did decrease intake temperatures over 100 degrees when they tested the (2) dyno runs and (2) track runs. If they were to continue to beat the cars brains out on the dyno to heat-soak it, you may see power gains when the aftermarket intercooler "does work", but not if you're only doing 2-3 pulls on the dyno and 2-3 pulls at the strip in each form. It's a consistency mod and not a mod for gains, since they're not seeing temperatures rise and timing pulled, etc.

As for Bama just coming into the EcoBoost world, that's also not the case. The Bama team has members who have tuned plenty of factory turbo cars for years, including Ford and the EcoBoost platform. This definitely isn't their first run-in with this type of tuning.

Hopefully that gets our side of things across. Feel free to ask away any questions that you guys may have!

Awesome and congrats on the time, that thing is flying.

04SloSnake - Thank you sir! Bama's definitely not done with the EcoBoost yet and we have some big plans coming very soon.

 

[Voodoo Mamba]

I just ordered the Bama X4. I had the Bama tune on my '12 GT/CS auto and really liked it alot. After talking with Bama today, I was sold on their committment to contantly researching the EB and refining the tunes. IMHO, Bama doesnt claim outrageous power numbers to sell their product.

I'm looking forward to seeing what the Track tune and JLT CAI do next week!

 

[greg hazlett]

Lol at bama not embellishing!

 

[AMAlexLazarus]

I just ordered the Bama X4. I had the Bama tune on my '12 GT/CS auto and really liked it alot. After talking with Bama today, I was sold on their committment to contantly researching the EB and refining the tunes. IMHO, Bama doesnt claim outrageous power numbers to sell their product.

I'm looking forward to seeing what the Track tune and JLT CAI do next week!

You're going to love it Voodoo!!! I can't wait to hear your feedback! Keep me in the loop if you have any questions at all, I'm always around to help out!

Alex

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