Best Mail order tune for C6 Z06?
05-29-2010, 01:07 PM
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Oh, I understand now.
That is certainly the best way to do an email tune. Base tune > scan > retune > scan
Good luck getting the refined tune in there soon.
That is certainly the best way to do an email tune. Base tune > scan > retune > scan
Good luck getting the refined tune in there soon.
05-29-2010, 10:17 PM
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The original tune is loaded, then you use your laptop and make logging files of various engine parameters while driving, and then email the log files back to the tuner. The Tuner then makes any needed modifications to the tune after reading the log files and is supposed to send the updated tune back to you. I was told after sending in my last log file that some changes were needed to my tune. I'm still waiting for those changes.
Maybe the email got misdirected.
05-30-2010, 04:25 PM
#43
I wouldn't necessarily say the tune was "bad", but just that it wasn't finished. According to the tuner, the log file showed it needed some more timing removed at WOT and some fuel added in some cells.
If I knew what the changes were that were needed to be made, I would just do them myself. The problem is I can't get the tuner to return emails, or answer phone calls, so I'm left hanging. I'm not sure what to do at this point. I've called every day for almost 2 weeks, and been sending emails with no response. I'm to point where I'm just going to give up on it, and chalk it up as a lesson learned.
If I knew what the changes were that were needed to be made, I would just do them myself. The problem is I can't get the tuner to return emails, or answer phone calls, so I'm left hanging. I'm not sure what to do at this point. I've called every day for almost 2 weeks, and been sending emails with no response. I'm to point where I'm just going to give up on it, and chalk it up as a lesson learned.
05-30-2010, 06:49 PM
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There are other skilled/talented tuners out there that will be more than willing to help you out and get the job done correctly in just one visit (or in a couple of timely emails if going the mail order route) as well.
05-30-2010, 08:52 PM
#45
I'm sure he's a good tuner, and suspect he is just really busy this time of year, but it's more than a bit frustrating on this end when you can't get a response.
Maybe I should try to learn how to read and interpret these log files on my own and figure out what needs to be changed myself. The good side of having the EFI Live software and the Scan tool, is that at least I can make my own changes and reload it myself if I need to.
Maybe I should try to learn how to read and interpret these log files on my own and figure out what needs to be changed myself. The good side of having the EFI Live software and the Scan tool, is that at least I can make my own changes and reload it myself if I need to.
05-30-2010, 09:14 PM
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I'm sure he's a good tuner, and suspect he is just really busy this time of year, but it's more than a bit frustrating on this end when you can't get a response.
Maybe I should try to learn how to read and interpret these log files on my own and figure out what needs to be changed myself. The good side of having the EFI Live software and the Scan tool, is that at least I can make my own changes and reload it myself if I need to.
Maybe I should try to learn how to read and interpret these log files on my own and figure out what needs to be changed myself. The good side of having the EFI Live software and the Scan tool, is that at least I can make my own changes and reload it myself if I need to.
05-30-2010, 09:16 PM
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my tuner!!! Julio owner of Cartek, tells me either bring it in or send him an email of the tune, he sends it back in a day, also he goes to the track and calls me up and asks me if i would like to stop down, and he will log the car and make any adjustments, he notifies me of any important updates, and even the dealer put my tune back to stock when they switched computers, he changed it right back, and that's why i keep going their
I don't know who your tuner is but Ed at VA Speed sends it back before the day is out.
06-02-2010, 08:40 AM
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I'm sure he's a good tuner, and suspect he is just really busy this time of year, but it's more than a bit frustrating on this end when you can't get a response.
Maybe I should try to learn how to read and interpret these log files on my own and figure out what needs to be changed myself. The good side of having the EFI Live software and the Scan tool, is that at least I can make my own changes and reload it myself if I need to.
Maybe I should try to learn how to read and interpret these log files on my own and figure out what needs to be changed myself. The good side of having the EFI Live software and the Scan tool, is that at least I can make my own changes and reload it myself if I need to.
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06-03-2010, 09:19 PM
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I had my 09 Z mail order tuned by Doug at ECS earlier this year after i installed my headers and intake. I had always had access to dyno's/tuning in the cincinnati area on my previous vettes so i was VERY apprehensive to try a mail order tune. I called ECS 3 times with multiple questions before ordering and I have to say everyone i talked to at ECS was extremely helpful and courteous with my questions. The guys really know their stuff and Doug definitely put my mind at ease. I knew exactly when he received my ECM and got a call from him after he was done to let me know he was sending it back to me.
After the tune i cant keep my foot off the gas and its impossible to get this grin off my face. The car has definitely "woken up" and the the power comes on quick in all RPM ranges. I have a good friend of mine who drives my car regularly and he thought the headers and intake made a nice difference....I didnt tell him i had the tune done and the next time he drove it he quickly asked me "What the hell did you do to this thing now?!?!" That was all the proof i needed.
Sorry for the long winded post but I just wanted to add my opinion on Doug's business and customer service. Once again Doug I cant thank you and your team enough for taking care of me, you guys are a true asset to the community and i wish you nothing but the best.
Dave
After the tune i cant keep my foot off the gas and its impossible to get this grin off my face. The car has definitely "woken up" and the the power comes on quick in all RPM ranges. I have a good friend of mine who drives my car regularly and he thought the headers and intake made a nice difference....I didnt tell him i had the tune done and the next time he drove it he quickly asked me "What the hell did you do to this thing now?!?!" That was all the proof i needed.
Sorry for the long winded post but I just wanted to add my opinion on Doug's business and customer service. Once again Doug I cant thank you and your team enough for taking care of me, you guys are a true asset to the community and i wish you nothing but the best.
Dave
06-04-2010, 08:01 AM
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I had my 09 Z mail order tuned by Doug at ECS earlier this year after i installed my headers and intake. I had always had access to dyno's/tuning in the cincinnati area on my previous vettes so i was VERY apprehensive to try a mail order tune. I called ECS 3 times with multiple questions before ordering and I have to say everyone i talked to at ECS was extremely helpful and courteous with my questions. The guys really know their stuff and Doug definitely put my mind at ease. I knew exactly when he received my ECM and got a call from him after he was done to let me know he was sending it back to me.
After the tune i cant keep my foot off the gas and its impossible to get this grin off my face. The car has definitely "woken up" and the the power comes on quick in all RPM ranges. I have a good friend of mine who drives my car regularly and he thought the headers and intake made a nice difference....I didnt tell him i had the tune done and the next time he drove it he quickly asked me "What the hell did you do to this thing now?!?!" That was all the proof i needed.
Sorry for the long winded post but I just wanted to add my opinion on Doug's business and customer service. Once again Doug I cant thank you and your team enough for taking care of me, you guys are a true asset to the community and i wish you nothing but the best.
Dave
After the tune i cant keep my foot off the gas and its impossible to get this grin off my face. The car has definitely "woken up" and the the power comes on quick in all RPM ranges. I have a good friend of mine who drives my car regularly and he thought the headers and intake made a nice difference....I didnt tell him i had the tune done and the next time he drove it he quickly asked me "What the hell did you do to this thing now?!?!" That was all the proof i needed.
Sorry for the long winded post but I just wanted to add my opinion on Doug's business and customer service. Once again Doug I cant thank you and your team enough for taking care of me, you guys are a true asset to the community and i wish you nothing but the best.
Dave
Thanks Dave!
Glad your happy with our work.
02-17-2015, 02:29 PM
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Tunes for 2008 ZO6
As the tuner for ECS, I can tell that I perform countless mail order tunes for the C6Z, compliled from a ton of dyno time-track data-road course data-and general street use.
Some other mail order tuners on these boards dont even have a dyno for that type of testing, or have even a quarter of the track data logging that I do, 1/4 mile or road course, and whether you have any intensions of ever going to the track or not, the best data is compliled from it's hardest use. Ensuring that you will not be given too aggressive of a tune, yet the most effective possible.
We offer our C6 tunes via a hand held for the A6 cars, but for your ZO6 you are best off mailing us the PCM for our $149 tune special, which I can turn around the same day received. Do not be led in by over priced tunes or a good salesmen, our tunes are proven, and reasonably priced.
We will also be happy to answer all question online, we do not have to have a private conversation, but feel free to call the shop if you wish. 609-752-0321 Research is key here.
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Some other mail order tuners on these boards dont even have a dyno for that type of testing, or have even a quarter of the track data logging that I do, 1/4 mile or road course, and whether you have any intensions of ever going to the track or not, the best data is compliled from it's hardest use. Ensuring that you will not be given too aggressive of a tune, yet the most effective possible.
We offer our C6 tunes via a hand held for the A6 cars, but for your ZO6 you are best off mailing us the PCM for our $149 tune special, which I can turn around the same day received. Do not be led in by over priced tunes or a good salesmen, our tunes are proven, and reasonably priced.
We will also be happy to answer all question online, we do not have to have a private conversation, but feel free to call the shop if you wish. 609-752-0321 Research is key here.
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02-25-2015, 02:45 AM
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02-28-2015, 08:46 AM
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good luck!