Tuning last car left me debating

[stannypack]

Turns out I was wrong. I thought it was, but they did not make it CARB compliant, probably because CA is trying to steal from everyone they can to fuel their spending. Just came across this gem: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/hellion-inc-case-settlement
How on earth can a government agency from another state fine a company that is not principally conducting operations in their jurisdiction? That liability should fall on the consumer who purchased and installed it against their local laws, not the company that operates under another flag. Good lord do I hate the mess of a state that somehow controls life for the rest of us.

Yep sucks. Currently not in cali but I might go back so a whipple might be in my future

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[Partock]

Personally, I've had mixed results with remote tuning. Minor mods to the car, CAI, headers with high flow cats and Rousch axel back exhausts are the only mods that would make a difference. I had it dyno tuned (93 octane) and I'm now getting 435 WHP. I would really suggest finding somebody that could spend the time needed on your car and dyno tune it properly. Depending on your calculation that would put my car at over 500HP at the crank. I'm very happy with these results.

 

[Coop2]

So I previously had a 17 ecoboost tuned by a reputable tuner via online revisions with the cobb AP. Not gonna say his name because I can't tell if it was my fault or his fault but after about 4 revisions I started over boosting. Started causing some knocking and other issues. Let's just say the boost should have been around 18 psi but it was pushing 26-28. All on a stock engine btw.

So I got rid of that car and now have a 20 GT with a full corsa catback and exterior visual mods. Been debating a roush SC but that's 10k+ other associated mods. Also debated on just trading in the stang for a supra but don't want to have 800$ monthly payments (give or take).

My question is if I just did a canned OTS tune for the GT would it be worth the money? Will it be reliable where I don't have to worry about parts breaking? Should I leave as stock? There isn't much I can do other then a tune or SC to gain more power. Living in Cali LTs are out of the question.

Classic case of New vs. Old School Car Culture. New or current generation car culture has no brand or manufacturer preference or loyalty. Obviously the other side of this is Old School or OG Car Culture which was predominately influenced by male (father, grandfather, uncle, etc)figures in one’s upbringing or formative years for the majority of those who experienced this. Brand and Manufacturer were the main influences driving decisions based on builds, mods, swaps and so on. The thought of purchasing a Chevy or Dodge if you were a Ford guy was non existent and vise versa. If a mod or tune caused issues, blame was placed on the owner(also usually the mechanic/car chief) and not the part or tuning company. In modern times, issues with a part, tune or platform and blame is more often than not placed on the part, tune or platform. Modern car culture operates on the assumption that if one’s car isn’t performing to expectations, they find the latest and greatest trend and badabing, they go faster. Old school culture operates on the premise that if a part or mod didn’t bring the desired improvement, you probably didn’t have enough knowledge, expertise or skill and the part was the last place blame could be found. Listen, times change and our society operates within the confines of instant gratification in nearly every aspect and I am not immune nor are any of us. However, being that I’m in between generations being born in 1980, I witnessed the end(for the most part) of Old and the start of New when pertaining to car culture, I exercise a little New with my ingrained Old school mentality. I will say that the satisfaction I receive when countless hours are spent turning wrenches, gathering feedback and refusing to accept failure regarding my cars and their modifications is priceless. If my car isn’t running as fast as I expect it to then I’ve got more work ahead. New car culture stipulates that there is a faster car or platform and that it can be bought and had as quick as you can sign your name about a dozen times. I’m not saying this is wrong or less than the previous generation, just different. I read this type of thread frequently and just thought I’d share my two cents.

 

[HKusp]

That is the exact tuner hahaha. Appreciate everyone's input. Sounds like if I really want to up the power it's gonna be e85 while I start acquiring other mods needed for running a supercharger comfortably.

Does it start with "J" or an "R"?

 

[Muhnopoly]

Does it start with "J" or an "R"?

Umm I believe the persons name started with an R but the company name did not.

 

[HKusp]

I meant the company names.

 

[CXRs]

Does it start with "J" or an "R"?

Neither in my case. It's a company that claims to specialize in Ecoboost tuning after their bread and butter platform was discontinued about 10 years ago. If their tuning on another(very easy) platform is any indicator, I wouldn't trust them to tune a NA K20 to 200hp.

 

[HKusp]

Gotcha. Was making sure it wasn't JPC or Revolution. They are both very well known.

 

[Oakley]

I got the GT so i wouldn't need to tune anything.

 

[shogun32]

Neither in my case. It's a company that claims to specialize in Ecoboost tuning after their bread and butter platform was discontinued about 10 years ago. If their tuning on another(very easy) platform is any indicator, I wouldn't trust them to tune a NA K20 to 200hp.

do we need to be so coy? Let's warn people off known-bad providers.

 

[CXRs]

do we need to be so coy? Let's warn people off known-bad providers.

While I agree, there may be lawyers involved soon enough and I don't wanna tip my hand. Once everything is settled I'll be more than glad to rip them a new one.

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