2011 GS A6 paddle shift question.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Torrance CA
2011 GS A6 paddle shift question.
I have a 2011 GS A6 and wanted to know if there are any tunes that could speed the timing on the paddle shifters, I track my car and the paddle shifting has a lag time, it's not instant as my wife's Benz paddles are. Anyone know how to speed it up and or make it instant?
( I also posted this question under scan and tune, just FYI)
( I also posted this question under scan and tune, just FYI)
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There are several vendors that offer A6 tunes. The most popular is probably Chuck from Corvettes of Westchester, and he offers remote tunes via AutoCal.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...sy-to-use.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...sy-to-use.html
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Burning Brakes
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There are several vendors that offer A6 tunes. The most popular is probably Chuck from Corvettes of Westchester, and he offers remote tunes via AutoCal.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...sy-to-use.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...sy-to-use.html
Team Owner
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Of course changing anything in the computer could cause GM to void warranty coverage on the trans, likely not anything else not related to the trans. And they could just as easily deny warranty on engine, trans, rear end, driveshaft, wheel bearings, etc if they found out you track the car. It's a crap shoot for sure, just have to go in eyes wide open to the possibilities.
As for the dyno tune, yea probably the preferred way. But if you call Chuck I think you'll find out he has you do data logging after the tune then send him the results and he can tweak the tune pretty well. Takes some back and forth but it's just time and email.
As for the dyno tune, yea probably the preferred way. But if you call Chuck I think you'll find out he has you do data logging after the tune then send him the results and he can tweak the tune pretty well. Takes some back and forth but it's just time and email.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Torrance CA
Of course changing anything in the computer could cause GM to void warranty coverage on the trans, likely not anything else not related to the trans. And they could just as easily deny warranty on engine, trans, rear end, driveshaft, wheel bearings, etc if they found out you track the car. It's a crap shoot for sure, just have to go in eyes wide open to the possibilities.
As for the dyno tune, yea probably the preferred way. But if you call Chuck I think you'll find out he has you do data logging after the tune then send him the results and he can tweak the tune pretty well. Takes some back and forth but it's just time and email.
As for the dyno tune, yea probably the preferred way. But if you call Chuck I think you'll find out he has you do data logging after the tune then send him the results and he can tweak the tune pretty well. Takes some back and forth but it's just time and email.
I guess I was hoping there was something specific for the shifting Speed that wouldn't need a complete tune for.
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St. Jude Donor '07-'08-'09-'10-'12-'13-'14
Give me a ring....
Ok thanks for your imput, I guess I'll leave it alone. I've told the dealer I track the car and they assured me that would have no effect on the warrenty as long as I've not modified the drivetrain. Dealing with a little lag time doesn't sound so bad when I can get a free engin or tranny when I blow it on the track.
I guess I was hoping there was something specific for the shifting Speed that wouldn't need a complete tune for.
I guess I was hoping there was something specific for the shifting Speed that wouldn't need a complete tune for.
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Burning Brakes
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I got a custom tune from Lew at http://www.diablewtune.com/using a Diablo inTune. The tune really woke the car up and the TCM tune really firmed up and quickened the A6 shifts. It also made the paddle shifts a lot quicker. I don't think you can get instant shifts because the A6 is not a DCT. The car is really fun to drive now.
And the good thing is since you are concerned about the warranty, you can always revert back to your stock tune if you have to take it to the dealer. According to Diablosport, the dealer can't tell that a tune was installed on the car. Once you get your car back, just put your custom tune back into the car, as long as the dealer didn't reflash the computer. If they did, just contact Lew and he can get you going again.
And the good thing is since you are concerned about the warranty, you can always revert back to your stock tune if you have to take it to the dealer. According to Diablosport, the dealer can't tell that a tune was installed on the car. Once you get your car back, just put your custom tune back into the car, as long as the dealer didn't reflash the computer. If they did, just contact Lew and he can get you going again.
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St. Jude Donor '07-'08-'09-'10-'12-'13-'14
Yeah Man... THANK YOU!
There are several vendors that offer A6 tunes. The most popular is probably Chuck from Corvettes of Westchester, and he offers remote tunes via AutoCal.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...sy-to-use.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...sy-to-use.html
Yeah Man... THANK YOU!
My package is the Absolute MUST HAVE when it comes to Tuning Automatic C6s.
And, add to that our CoW BOOSTER! modification and there's no tuning package that can touch it.
GUARANTEED!
Chuck CoW
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Burning Brakes
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What about the dealer being able to see the tune? When I asked them directly they told me even if I flash the computer back, they will still be able to see that changes were made, said they might not be able to see what changes but just that the computer had been altered.
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What about the dealer being able to see the tune? When I asked them directly they told me even if I flash the computer back, they will still be able to see that changes were made, said they might not be able to see what changes but just that the computer had been altered.
Dave
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St. Jude Donor '07-'08-'09-'10-'12-'13-'14
There is no way....
What about the dealer being able to see the tune? When I asked them directly they told me even if I flash the computer back, they will still be able to see that changes were made, said they might not be able to see what changes but just that the computer had been altered.
what scan tool they use. The TECH II tool won't always show them and it often shows them as incorrect
even when they are stock and never modified. C7s are different.
This is a topic that's been beaten to death for many years....GM virtually NEVER gives people problems with
with simple tunes and bolt ons.... My advice is to remove the tune before you go in for service if you're concerned.
It's been discussed a million times over.... Check the forum... 1 out of 100,000 has a warranty problem with a
tune and forget that these cars are VERY hard to break, but it's just not something you should worry about.
Sooo many people tune these cars every day....RELAX and ENJOY your car.
If nobody tuned BRAN NEW CARS right off the showroom floor....and everyone waited till their warranty expired.....
You would NOT be reading this because this FORUM WOULD NOT EXIST and ALL TUNER SHOPS WOULD BE OUT OF
BUSINESS.....and I would likely be a scuba instructor somewhere.... On a tropical island... with a great tan....and a drink in my hand.....
Chuck CoW
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Le Mans Master
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There is NO WAY that they can see the changes made, but they might be able to see a CVN but it depends entirely on
what scan tool they use. The TECH II tool won't always show them and it often shows them as incorrect
even when they are stock and never modified. C7s are different.
This is a topic that's been beaten to death for many years....GM virtually NEVER gives people problems with
with simple tunes and bolt ons.... My advice is to remove the tune before you go in for service if you're concerned.
It's been discussed a million times over.... Check the forum... 1 out of 100,000 has a warranty problem with a
tune and forget that these cars are VERY hard to break, but it's just not something you should worry about.
Sooo many people tune these cars every day....RELAX and ENJOY your car.
If nobody tuned BRAN NEW CARS right off the showroom floor....and everyone waited till their warranty expired.....
You would NOT be reading this because this FORUM WOULD NOT EXIST and ALL TUNER SHOPS WOULD BE OUT OF
BUSINESS.....and I would likely be a scuba instructor somewhere.... On a tropical island... with a great tan....and a drink in my hand.....
Chuck CoW
what scan tool they use. The TECH II tool won't always show them and it often shows them as incorrect
even when they are stock and never modified. C7s are different.
This is a topic that's been beaten to death for many years....GM virtually NEVER gives people problems with
with simple tunes and bolt ons.... My advice is to remove the tune before you go in for service if you're concerned.
It's been discussed a million times over.... Check the forum... 1 out of 100,000 has a warranty problem with a
tune and forget that these cars are VERY hard to break, but it's just not something you should worry about.
Sooo many people tune these cars every day....RELAX and ENJOY your car.
If nobody tuned BRAN NEW CARS right off the showroom floor....and everyone waited till their warranty expired.....
You would NOT be reading this because this FORUM WOULD NOT EXIST and ALL TUNER SHOPS WOULD BE OUT OF
BUSINESS.....and I would likely be a scuba instructor somewhere.... On a tropical island... with a great tan....and a drink in my hand.....
Chuck CoW
Dave
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Burning Brakes
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From: Torrance CA
There is NO WAY that they can see the changes made, but they might be able to see a CVN but it depends entirely on
what scan tool they use. The TECH II tool won't always show them and it often shows them as incorrect
even when they are stock and never modified. C7s are different.
This is a topic that's been beaten to death for many years....GM virtually NEVER gives people problems with
with simple tunes and bolt ons.... My advice is to remove the tune before you go in for service if you're concerned.
It's been discussed a million times over.... Check the forum... 1 out of 100,000 has a warranty problem with a
tune and forget that these cars are VERY hard to break, but it's just not something you should worry about.
Sooo many people tune these cars every day....RELAX and ENJOY your car.
If nobody tuned BRAN NEW CARS right off the showroom floor....and everyone waited till their warranty expired.....
You would NOT be reading this because this FORUM WOULD NOT EXIST and ALL TUNER SHOPS WOULD BE OUT OF
BUSINESS.....and I would likely be a scuba instructor somewhere.... On a tropical island... with a great tan....and a drink in my hand.....
Chuck CoW
what scan tool they use. The TECH II tool won't always show them and it often shows them as incorrect
even when they are stock and never modified. C7s are different.
This is a topic that's been beaten to death for many years....GM virtually NEVER gives people problems with
with simple tunes and bolt ons.... My advice is to remove the tune before you go in for service if you're concerned.
It's been discussed a million times over.... Check the forum... 1 out of 100,000 has a warranty problem with a
tune and forget that these cars are VERY hard to break, but it's just not something you should worry about.
Sooo many people tune these cars every day....RELAX and ENJOY your car.
If nobody tuned BRAN NEW CARS right off the showroom floor....and everyone waited till their warranty expired.....
You would NOT be reading this because this FORUM WOULD NOT EXIST and ALL TUNER SHOPS WOULD BE OUT OF
BUSINESS.....and I would likely be a scuba instructor somewhere.... On a tropical island... with a great tan....and a drink in my hand.....
Chuck CoW
Hahah, the only reason I worry is because I track my car. If I blow my engin or tranny I don't want them telling me they won't cover it because of the tune. I'm not concerned with them "catching me" while its in for service. If I need a new 20k engin because I blew it up, and they see my roll bar and racking seats they might want to look further into engin mods and or computer stuff to get out of having to pay for my engin. I wouldn't be so concerned if I didn't track my car.
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St. Jude Donor '07-'08-'09-'10-'12-'13-'14
Well...Actually.....
Hahah, the only reason I worry is because I track my car. If I blow my engin or tranny I don't want them telling me they won't cover it because of the tune. I'm not concerned with them "catching me" while its in for service. If I need a new 20k engin because I blew it up, and they see my roll bar and racking seats they might want to look further into engin mods and or computer stuff to get out of having to pay for my engin. I wouldn't be so concerned if I didn't track my car.
What you can't ignore is the fact that when you blow your engine, GM can (and has already) voided people's warranties
because your black box and your ONSTAR module will record the GPS location of your vehicle and other "operating"
parameters and they, BY GPS..... WILL KNOW EXACTLY WHICH TRACK YOU WERE AT WHEN THE ENGINE STOPPED RUNNING
and how HOT it got or how LOW your oil pressure was....
SO.....Like I said.... You can FORGET WORRYING ABOUT YOUR TUNE VOIDING A WARRANTY...
TUNE IT...AND ENJOY IT..... Stop worrying.
Chuck CoW
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Burning Brakes
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From: Torrance CA
Well...Actually..... Like I said.... You can FORGET WORRYING ABOUT YOUR TUNE VOIDING A WARRANTY...
What you can't ignore is the fact that when you blow your engine, GM can (and has already) voided people's warranties
because your black box and your ONSTAR module will record the GPS location of your vehicle and other "operating"
parameters and they, BY GPS..... WILL KNOW EXACTLY WHICH TRACK YOU WERE AT WHEN THE ENGINE STOPPED RUNNING
and how HOT it got or how LOW your oil pressure was....
SO.....Like I said.... You can FORGET WORRYING ABOUT YOUR TUNE VOIDING A WARRANTY...
TUNE IT...AND ENJOY IT..... Stop worrying.
Chuck CoW
What you can't ignore is the fact that when you blow your engine, GM can (and has already) voided people's warranties
because your black box and your ONSTAR module will record the GPS location of your vehicle and other "operating"
parameters and they, BY GPS..... WILL KNOW EXACTLY WHICH TRACK YOU WERE AT WHEN THE ENGINE STOPPED RUNNING
and how HOT it got or how LOW your oil pressure was....
SO.....Like I said.... You can FORGET WORRYING ABOUT YOUR TUNE VOIDING A WARRANTY...
TUNE IT...AND ENJOY IT..... Stop worrying.
Chuck CoW
Well that being said, I've already told them I track the car, they are the ones who swap out my break pads, tires and oil each time I take it out. They assured me that tracking the car won't void my warranty. As long as I don't modify the drivetrain and or computer.
Former Vendor
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St. Jude Donor '07-'08-'09-'10-'12-'13-'14
That are actually....
Well that being said, I've already told them I track the car, they are the ones who swap out my break pads, tires and oil each time I take it out. They assured me that tracking the car won't void my warranty. As long as I don't modify the drivetrain and or computer.
Sad to say, that most people that WORRY about their warranty....Don't even drive the cars aggressively...
Why is it that the people that DON'T BEAT ON THEM...are the ones worried about the warranty in the first place.
Don't that tell ya something???
Chuck CoW
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Just my opinion but I have never saw a post where are warranty claim was denied because of a tune
Dave
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St. Jude Donor '07-'08-'09-'10-'12-'13-'14
That's exactly my point....
Chuck is just making a statement based on the many tunes that he has already done , you have to believe that more than one of them needed to go in for warranty work and I am sure it would have been all over these forums if any were denied claims based on the fact that they had tunes .
Just my opinion but I have never saw a post where are warranty claim was denied because of a tune
Dave
Just my opinion but I have never saw a post where are warranty claim was denied because of a tune
Dave
It NEVER happens and when it does, it's usually cause someone was a dumb-*** about it.
Dig around..... Out of the corvette production numbers from 97 to present..... I'll bet you'll struggle to find even a handful.
Chuck CoW