Another Hypertech flash

[boosthead]

I finally applied the HT tune to my car. I ran into some issues installing the tuner software and updating the device. Interestingly, it didn't want to install on my 32bit XP system but installed just fine on my XP 64 bit and windows7 machines. Also, I was slightly annoyed that even though I updated the software on the device, the first time I plugged into the obd2 port, it wanted another upgrade.

Those annoyances aside, the actual re-flash took about 3 minutes and was super easy. It's a hot day and I have been driving normally to allow ltfts to build. The first thing I noticed was the car feels much better in first and second. I always felt like the e-brake was on in those gears, and now it feels like it should w/o the restriction. I did roll into the throttle a bit after 80 miles or so (and a few key cycles) and my initial impression is that drivability has improved. Looking forward to spending some more time behind the wheel, and another update once I get an intake installed.

 

[spdjnke]

Hey Rick,

Sounds like it's working out for ya, hope it was as I mentioned to you that day about how without the restriction it drives SSSSSOOOOO much better and easier.

 

[anm6]

Nice glad to hear you are enjoying it , What mods do you have??

 

[boosthead]

Nice glad to hear you are enjoying it , What mods do you have??

Completely stock except for the HT tune.

 

[boosthead]

Is the 100 miles after ecu reset for ltft's to build, logic built into the ecu, or just a rule of thumb? My commute is 60 miles each way. I applied the HT flash before leaving the office on Friday night. After driving 60 miles home, I drove to pick up my kids from Tae Kwon Do. Over the weekend, I ran errands, all said about 90 miles. I explored 5k rpm a few times, enjoying an enhanced powerband. But this morning, about 10 miles into my commute (100 miles after applying the HT tune), the car seemed to run so much smoother. It didn't run rough before, but now the engine and power delivery feel much more refined.

 

[anm6]

Is the 100 miles after ecu reset for ltft's to build, logic built into the ecu, or just a rule of thumb? My commute is 60 miles each way. I applied the HT flash before leaving the office on Friday night. After driving 60 miles home, I drove to pick up my kids from Tae Kwon Do. Over the weekend, I ran errands, all said about 90 miles. I explored 5k rpm a few times, enjoying an enhanced powerband. But this morning, about 10 miles into my commute (100 miles after applying the HT tune), the car seemed to run so much smoother. It didn't run rough before, but now the engine and power delivery feel much more refined.

+100 for that, I did not even get into boost hard till after 100 miles. The car really seems to run better after a break in period??

 

[anm6]

Completely stock except for the HT tune.

Get a boost gauge and A/F gauge.

 

[boosthead]

I may jump on the dash hawk band wagon. I have boost and A/F gauges I bought for another turbo build, but I need to find a clean, reversible method to install them.

 

[Chris@Hypertech]

Is the 100 miles after ecu reset for ltft's to build, logic built into the ecu, or just a rule of thumb? My commute is 60 miles each way. I applied the HT flash before leaving the office on Friday night. After driving 60 miles home, I drove to pick up my kids from Tae Kwon Do. Over the weekend, I ran errands, all said about 90 miles. I explored 5k rpm a few times, enjoying an enhanced powerband. But this morning, about 10 miles into my commute (100 miles after applying the HT tune), the car seemed to run so much smoother. It didn't run rough before, but now the engine and power delivery feel much more refined.

Boosthead,

First off, thanks for choosing the Hypertech Max Energy Sport programmer!

There's no need to worry about letting fuel trims settle. The Hypertech tune doesn't change any closed loop fueling parameters, which are what the fuel trims correct. The O2 sensor is going to continue to correct those just as it did stock.

During hard accelleration, and wide open throttle, the ECU is going directly off of the tuning maps to determine fueling.

The reason your programmer needed a second update was to download the correct calibration for your car, which we didn't know until the programmer read it out.

Chris

 

[boosted1]

Boosthead,

First off, thanks for choosing the Hypertech Max Energy Sport programmer!

There's no need to worry about letting fuel trims settle. The Hypertech tune doesn't change any closed loop fueling parameters, which are what the fuel trims correct. The O2 sensor is going to continue to correct those just as it did stock.

During hard accelleration, and wide open throttle, the ECU is going directly off of the tuning maps to determine fueling.

The reason your programmer needed a second update was to download the correct calibration for your car, which we didn't know until the programmer read it out.

Chris

Hey Chris, how are the sales for this tune going? This is probably the easiest upgrade for the MS3. Great stuff. Thanks!

 

[anm6]

I may jump on the dash hawk band wagon. I have boost and A/F gauges I bought for another turbo build, but I need to find a clean, reversible method to install them.

Here's a clean look ,, My car.

 

[Chris@Hypertech]

Hey Chris, how are the sales for this tune going? This is probably the easiest upgrade for the MS3. Great stuff. Thanks!

The Mazda programmer is definitely outselling all of the other Sport applications! Thanks to everyone who has purchased one!!!

 

[kookie]

Boosthead,

First off, thanks for choosing the Hypertech Max Energy Sport programmer!

There's no need to worry about letting fuel trims settle. The Hypertech tune doesn't change any closed loop fueling parameters, which are what the fuel trims correct. The O2 sensor is going to continue to correct those just as it did stock.

During hard accelleration, and wide open throttle, the ECU is going directly off of the tuning maps to determine fueling.

The reason your programmer needed a second update was to download the correct calibration for your car, which we didn't know until the programmer read it out.

Chris

Hey Chris, so are you saying you can put your foot to the floor as soon as the update is done ???

 

[spdjnke]

That's exactly what it means..

 

[Novej]

Thats what I did