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Old Jul 9, 2007 | 12:22 PM
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So i just got my computer redone by pcmforless and holy crap they are amazing! My car is stock less exhaust and there was definitely a sotp performance difference. I have not wanted to change much on the car and this was exactly what was needed the vette is almost a different animal altogether. Highly recommended also I gained about 2.5 mpg on the highway.
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Old Jul 9, 2007 | 12:35 PM
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Yep! Alvin does it right.
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Old Jul 9, 2007 | 04:25 PM
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Whatr did you have Alvin change?
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 09:42 AM
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I think he just changes vats, shift points, timing etc.
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he will likely do some fueling changes as well. the factory tuning is a bit fat down low, and a little hot (lean) up top. he tunes the 2 tables for better overall power and smoother throttle response throughout the rpm range.

you made a very good choice by going with our resident tuner on this board, alvin anderson, at www.pcmforless.com

he made a world of difference for me.

if anyone wants to know more, PM me for details.
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 10:16 AM
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Originally Posted by crazy4c4
I think he just changes vats, shift points, timing etc.
Not! I compared checked the tables against the original .bin and noted that many tables/parameters had been altered to make my L98 run fast and smooth.

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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 01:37 PM
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I guess it's time that I contacted him. My tune sucks.
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 01:51 PM
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Marcus, Who did your tune? Was it a local shop?
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 02:07 PM
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I bought it at a local shop (EM), but the tuner lives in Orlando. Don't know his name, but I think that the EM now uses Jesse Azato (don't quote me on that).
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 02:10 PM
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I got my 92 A4 tuned by Alvin. Right away, it took over a tenth off my quarter mile time.
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 03:21 PM
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Thanks Guys,

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Hey Alvin? You working today? I placed and order today with next day delievery! I called and emailed PCMforless today and got no response...
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 04:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Hot Rod 90
he will likely do some fueling changes as well. the factory tuning is a bit fat down low, and a little hot (lean) up top. he tunes the 2 tables for better overall power and smoother throttle response throughout the rpm range.

you made a very good choice by going with our resident tuner on this board, alvin anderson, at www.pcmforless.com

he made a world of difference for me.

if anyone wants to know more, PM me for details.
pm sent.
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 05:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Hot Rod 90
he will likely do some fueling changes as well. the factory tuning is a bit fat down low, and a little hot (lean) up top. he tunes the 2 tables for better overall power and smoother throttle response throughout the rpm range.

you made a very good choice by going with our resident tuner on this board, alvin anderson, at www.pcmforless.com

he made a world of difference for me.

if anyone wants to know more, PM me for details.
Another PM Sent as well...
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted by ebusa
Hey Alvin? You working today? I placed and order today with next day delievery! I called and emailed PCMforless today and got no response...
Alvin has and continues to do wonders with my car but he is VERY busy these days so he might not get back to you the same day.
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 07:53 PM
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Originally Posted by ebusa
Hey Alvin? You working today? I placed and order today with next day delievery! I called and emailed PCMforless today and got no response...


Nope, I'm taking vacation this week. I'm sitting on the beach right now surfing on someones wireless. If you listen to the message it should say that. Let me know if it doesnt

We are moving into a new shop when I return so things are going to be a little crazy.
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hey alvin, thats great good luck on the move
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 08:32 PM
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I like to pipe in when I see a PCMforless thread and also add that the customer service is second to none.

Alvin bent over backwards for me to get some tunes turned around quickly for a couple of engine rebuilds a year or so ago, I kept changing things on the fly and he never once hung up the phone on me!

Car still runs great, and when this motor goes I know who to call for the next tune!

Enjoy your vacation!
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Old Jul 11, 2007 | 05:51 AM
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Alvin did a great job on mine!!
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Old Jul 11, 2007 | 08:59 AM
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I always chime in on these to help spread the word about how awesome Alvin is.

Alvin did an awesome job on mine. I had many questions, many modifications and he addressed them ALL. He even called me back due to an issue on one item and after we straightened it out, he had the chip in the mail the next day. I had it a day later, JUST in time for a car show I was attending. My starting issues went away, my rough idle went away, it seemed to really open the car up from when I had it rebuilt a few years before and added a LOT of stuff to it (which the stock tune just couldn't manage all the mods).

EXCELLENT service, EXCELLENT quality!
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