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Old 04-28-2018, 02:11 AM
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I currently have the SmartTop convertible module plugged into my OBD-II port, which I love.

Safe to assume there is no way to have 2 items plugged in at the same time in the OBD-II (AFM disabler + SmartTop)?
I've been running SmartTOP and disabler for the last 10 months with no issues. This is the splitter I use:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Old 04-28-2018, 07:45 AM
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Why buy this when the system can be disabled in the facotry ECU using HP tuners?
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Old 05-06-2018, 11:01 PM
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Originally Posted by subieworx
Why buy this when the system can be disabled in the facotry ECU using HP tuners?

Tuning the car can void the warranty, this can be plugged in/out without any trace.
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Old 05-08-2018, 06:43 PM
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might be a stupid question, but is this only for automatic transmissions?
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Old 05-08-2018, 06:51 PM
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Originally Posted by $$$frumnuttin'
might be a stupid question, but is this only for automatic transmissions?
yes

M7's only go into V4 in eco mode and in 6th or 7th gear iirc
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Originally Posted by $$$frumnuttin'
might be a stupid question, but is this only for automatic transmissions?
Yes and no. It can be run on manuals, but you really don't need it. With the manual, AFM only activates in ECO mode, so it's easy enough to avoid with the manual.
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Why buy this when the system can be disabled in the facotry ECU using HP tuners?
because changing the ECU could void your warranty.
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Old 05-08-2018, 07:38 PM
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EBAY seller didn't have any left so he is refunding money

went right to range site and got Blue - everything happens for a reason - also I could use paypal credit to pay so all good
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Old 05-09-2018, 01:03 PM
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Originally Posted by cstapp99
Yes and no. It can be run on manuals, but you really don't need it. With the manual, AFM only activates in ECO mode, so it's easy enough to avoid with the manual.
oh man, thank you very much...explains why I was not aware of this....I owe you a case of your favorite craft beer.
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Originally Posted by Thunder22
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M7's only go into V4 in eco mode and in 6th or 7th gear iirc
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Old 05-09-2018, 01:43 PM
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It is my humble opinion that if you have an A8, you NEED the V8.6R1 Range AFM disabler!!! It makes a REAL difference in how your Vette operates and will probably save you from TC/trans issues that this car occasionally experiences. DO IT now!


Thanks for the info, ordered mine two days ago and just got it. Checked the blinking lights to make sure it was 8.6.1 version which it is which is a relief.


The only thing is the paperwork said to take it off if not a daily driver but after talking to customer service they assured me it could stay in with any battery drain.
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Old 05-09-2018, 03:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Allpro
Thanks for the info, ordered mine two days ago and just got it. Checked the blinking lights to make sure it was 8.6.1 version which it is which is a relief.


The only thing is the paperwork said to take it off if not a daily driver but after talking to customer service they assured me it could stay in with any battery drain.

How do you know from blinking lights its 8.6.1? Mine had the note about don't leave plugged in as well, just got it. Works great so far, stays in V8 all the time.
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Old 05-09-2018, 03:24 PM
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How do you know from blinking lights its 8.6.1? Mine had the note about don't leave plugged in as well, just got it. Works great so far, stays in V8 all the time.

Talked to Customer Service from Range Tech, the 8.6.1 is the newest and can be left in without draining the battery.
I was concerned as well when I read the paperwork and wanted to make sure there was not going to be a problem.

When you get 8 blinks than 6 blinks than 1, you have firmware that is current.
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Old 05-09-2018, 05:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Allpro
Talked to Customer Service from Range Tech, the 8.6.1 is the newest and can be left in without draining the battery.
I was concerned as well when I read the paperwork and wanted to make sure there was not going to be a problem.

When you get 8 blinks than 6 blinks than 1, you have firmware that is current.
Thanks! Just checked mine and 8 then 6 then one blink.
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Old 05-10-2018, 11:36 AM
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What difference does it make? Is it only to keep it out of V4 mode? Or does it have other benefits?
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Old 05-10-2018, 05:21 PM
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Purely to keep an A8 out of V4 mode. You can actually accomplish the same thing by putting the A8 into manual mode and using the paddle shifters
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Old 05-10-2018, 06:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Italianfox
What difference does it make? Is it only to keep it out of V4 mode? Or does it have other benefits?
Yes, that is all it does, but well worth it.
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Old 05-10-2018, 08:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Italianfox
What difference does it make? Is it only to keep it out of V4 mode? Or does it have other benefits?
From what I have read about it - it also helps with excessive oil usage and possible push rod issues also

So if true which many say it is - does more than just V4 disable - there are YT videos on it
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