We have just released our latest software delivery tool called the My Genius Handheld Programmer. Programming with this tool is a simple, guided experience that requires little user input and about an hour or two at the most. It is a simple process by which you read out your vehicles original software file with our handheld software tool. You then connect the tool to a computer via a USB port and email the downloaded software to us; we alter the original file and send both the back via email. Some of you have heard this before, right? But wait, here is the added benefit….

Our software delivery tool is the latest technology and is a stand-alone unit that does not interface with Windows®. It uses its own operating system (OS) so there is ZERO likelihood of software files being corrupted through Windows® or even Mac (booted in Windows) for that matter!!

The My Genius unit also has an added safety feature which creates a Recovery Point during the writing process. So in the event that the car battery dies, simply hit the reset feature and the software starts to write from the Recovery Point. If you were using a cable based delivery tool the ECU would have been damaged and you would be stuck until you purchased a new ECU and coded it to the car.

Unfortunately, many forum members have first-hand knowledge of file corruptions with the cable based delivery systems. Corrupted files take an extremely long time to load, they cause the end user to have to pay for additional technical support and can ultimately destroy your expensive Porsche® ECU.

Not to mention, you receive FVD Software which is the most advanced, reliable and economical software offering in the industry. See the information below for how our software stacks up against the competition.

If that’s not enough, you may want to check the VENDOR CLASSIFIEDS portion of the 6 Speed Online forum for a little more incentive!!


FVD Brombacher Software = Power with Peace of Mind.

Since 1983, FVD-Brombacher has been setting the standard for Porsche® engine building and tuning in Germany. Our broad mechanical knowledge of the flat 6 Porsche® engine naturally led to our development of Engine Management software. Over the years we have perfected the art of software tuning, making substantial gains in horsepower and torque, while retaining drivability and most importantly reliability. Unlike many others in the industry, our only focus is software for Porsche®. This allows us to bring you the most polished, factory-smooth and powerful aftermarket software product for Porsche® period.

POWERFUL – Once we receive your downloaded software, we modify the ignition timing, optimize the air /fuel ratios, increase the rev limiter and modify the boost mapping on turbo vehicles. Since we sample your original file using the method above, each of our programs is custom-written for each of your vehicle’s modifications. That means that we can extract the maximum performance gains over what our competition can offer you. For all Porsche® vehicles from 2000 upwards, we also alter the throttle response which effectively negates the throttle delay found in E-Gas or drive by wire vehicles. The throttle response is improved linearly so that you don’t experience sharp increases commonly found with other software tuners who tend to exacerbate the throttle response. For us, the “Devil is in the details”, so we concentrate on laying the power down more smoothly, while providing consistent acceleration without wheel spin. Ultimately, FVD tuned cars are quicker than their overrated counterparts with the added benefit of lower tire expenses.

RELIABLE – All of the OEM engine software safety features are left fully intact and are not disabled. So you will benefit from the added performance without sacrificing the reliability that the Porsche® brand is renowned for. Since we sample your original software file, all of the Porsche® dealer software updates are also included, whereas our competitors who flash without sampling the OEM file are typically using a map based on the first year of the vehicle without all of the critical Porsche® updates. In addition, our software engineers have been trained by Bosch and Siemens in Germany, so you receive their factory expertise in writing software code for Porsche®. They have been writing software for Porsche® since 1983, before many of our competitors were born; very few can make that same claim. Most importantly, our software engineers are committed to software tuning for PORSCHE® ONLY, so our sole purpose is to write the most polished Porsche® software available in the industry.

REVERSIBLE – FVD Software is completely reversible and undetectable for dealer service / diagnostics / extended warranty. We supply you with your TRUE Original OEM Porsche® file as well as the FVD Brombacher Tuned File. Our tuned or original file will not show a change in the flash counter which keeps track of the number of times the firmware has been changed.

ADAPTABLE – Our software is adaptive and as such we give you hundreds of software timing maps. That’s right, hundreds of software maps! Each of our maps are tied into the vehicle’s sensor information so with differing variations in climate, throttle, exhaust gas temperature and octane our software automatically adjusts to give you superior performance and a factory-smooth feel. We also adjust the software to accommodate 91-100 North American ((RON+MON)/2) and Rest of World 95-104 (RON) octane automatically (adjusts timing and knock sensors accordingly). This is done automatically without the need of external hardware or toggling through the cruise control functions, just fill and go! If you want to change the intake or add a throttle body in the future, for example, our software will also adapt for larger Porsche® throttle bodies and IPD plenums with greater air mass automatically*, simply install and feel the gains without the hassle of sending the ECU back or having to install another file.

ECONOMICAL – Since our software is adaptive, we can offer un-paralleled savings over our competition and there is no additional hardware needed. Our listed software price allows you to add 200 cell catalytic converters, mufflers, headers, high flow intake, larger throttle body and intercoolers without having to pay for an updated software file. In fact, the only time you would need an updated file is if you remove the catalytic converters for racing, upgrade the turbochargers or change the internal engine components. In contrast, many of our competitors charge you for each individual hardware upgrade, charge you for performance in stages and even charge you for software programming assistance. On that note, we offer you free technical assistance to upgrade your software. We don’t charge you an hourly charge like many others, simply call our technical assistance line and speak directly to our programmers in Germany (they speak perfect English). They are available Monday – Friday from 3 am E.S.T. until 1 pm E.S.T. Should you need any assistance after that time just call our Florida location and we would be glad to assist you, also free of charge. Since our headquarters are in Germany, where fuel is paid for by the liter, we go through extra lengths to provide you with greater fuel economy as well. More specifically we can save you ~ 5% to ~ 10% (gas / diesel) each time you fill your tank in every day driving conditions.

GUARANTEED – 30-day money back guarantee! Not satisfied with the power, simply flash the car back to stock and send it back. No questions asked.

OPTIONS – Customers can specify left foot braking for track events so that the throttle does not cut out while braking. We can program for 100+ specialized fuel maps, motorsports oil separators, etc. Give us a call to discuss your special requests.

Here is how simple programming with the My Genius Tool is:


Here are all the performance figures along with individual details per car:

997.1 Turbo link to our website...

997.2 Turbo / Turbo S link to our website...

 

Surprised there are no responses here. I figured if I read on all of my questions would have already been answered. So since that's not the case... I'll begin.

Brutal honesty here. It sounds fantastic, and well thought out. I like many aspects of it. Regretfully I say, it seems a little short on power unless I am missing something here?

Am I safe in assuming that if I specify that I run cat less already upon purchase, that it can be "static" in my file and I will still also enjoy the freedom of the additional add-ons ic's, tb, headers etc., (some other options I already have) as I upgrade? It looked like all the others were grouped as option to elect within the basic version but seemed to place catless in a different "category" so to speak.

I am interested and currently making a tune purchase decision. Info is appreciated. Everything I ask is with much respect to this innovative design.

Thanks-Nick

 

power is just part of the equation... and i'de bet that in the real world, an FVD tuned car will be just as quick, if not quicker than a softronic tune...

nothing against softronic, ive always heard great things about them.. but FVD is on another level.

we're talking about a company that employs multiple engineers and only does porsches.
i bet their tune is a very well thought out tune and probably gives a a more linear powerband, better MPG's and safety parameters..

again, nothing about softronic.. if i had a 996 i would jump on their offer in a heartbeat.. but for a 997 , an FVD tune is what i'de put in my car..

in my eyes, FVD is like RUF... same category.

 

just found this btw

http://www.dragtimes.com/Porsche-911...lip-24101.html
10 second car with a tune on a PDK.

 

Thank you. I have considered that other option as well. But my real debate is something like this, or to have a rather local and very reputable shop do a custom dyno tune??? A local tuner is rather renowned in tt car tuning, more recent focus is on gtr, and tt Lambo kits but p car history with gt2's etc. promising a good linear curve, with trouble free reliability and of course bigger gains... But this thread is about this new product and I want to respect that focus. It's innovation and flexibility is well... Genius! I am very intrigued!

So, on the other hand, I like the flexibility with this genius, and I am rather familiar with FVD's wonderful reputation! I know they are world class and highly regarded here, and in the p car community. While the ability to revert to stock is attractive, I don't see a big need personally as I am beyond warranty anyways. I would rather have reliability and a good tune than a blown up 997tt or other issues never the less! Perhaps they are being modest? To avoid chatter and scrutiny? I just think 50hp sounds a little...subtle; especially from a company/tuner as knowledgeable and capable as they are.

Hopefully Rhonda will chime in with more detail. Surely with this I can also eliminate my CEL from catless exhaust as well?

 

I'm quite confused on which way to go. I'm going with either the FVD or Softronic deal in the next day or so I just can't decide.
I love FVD as a company and enjoy my exhaust, but FVD's claims of 50 crank HP seem awfully low and a little too conservative for my liking.

Decisions decisions.

 

I'm with you. + a 3rd option in the mix. All about the same money

 

Has anyone dyno'd the FVD tune? Does the FVD tune require colder plugs? I was about to buy the softronic tune but I just had my damn plugs redone for $1k and they suggest colder plugs...

Maybe FVD is just more honest with their numbers? I can't imagine that they would leave that much more on the table than softronic.

 

I had my FVD tune for nearly 5 years it runs sweet and no colder plugs needed.

And the power figures are much more realistic.

 

50 crank though? 30'ish whp is not realistic, it's just low in my opinion. Especially with exhaust. Pretty much every dyno I've seen pulls at least 50-60 whp from a tune.
FVD could just underestimate it I don't know. Like i said I love FVD as a company, so I'd like to hear from Rhonda on the topic. I'm sure she'll have an insightful response.

Also, I know FVD offers left foot braking, but do they have "launch control" as an option? I put it in brackets as I realize it's not a real launch control, but Softronic and a couple offers do offer a feature to build boost off the line.

 

I hear yah but I think you answered your own question using the words on a dyno!

 

Nick,

We chose to take the most real world stance in reporting power, our numbers are based on 93 Octane. Our stance has always been to report power as accurately as possible and providing the most reliability as it relates to software. We may take a beating for it if you are just listening to the marketing online but it is another story when you speak to our customers and drive cars with our software. Remember that reporting power and getting power to the ground are two separate things. Our programmers strive for more useable torque in the mid-range and to get the power down more linearly. They have spent many years doing just that and while we may not report the highest power our cars are just as quick, if not quicker than a lot of our competition when you are comparing apples to apples.

Our software programmers can adjust for all of your current mods: your cat less system (so that you will not have a check engine light), intercoolers, tb, headers, etc. Sorry if there was any confusion about the cat less being lumped into a different “category” if you will, but our programmers can write a custom program for just about any wish you have.

Our change to the MyGenius tool comes after many years of working with the Durametric delivery tool. Let me get this straight, this has nothing to do with the Durametric Software as we are great believers in it. However, the tool for flashing must interface with windows and therein lies the problems which ultimately frustrates customers. The MyGenius tool is a far more safe flash tool and has a safety feature that picks up where it left off even if your battery dies which means that customers are not frustrated and don’t go through the hassle of sending ecu’s to us or buying new ones.

 

Thanks for the kind words. Glad that you can see the importance of multiple programmers that only focus on Porsche.

 

Auzzie,

The numbers that I posted of +50 crank HP & +74 crank is based on a stock car. With an exhaust you would achieve gains of +75 HP and + 93 crank torque. That is 555 hp and 550 lb. ft of torque. Obviously with hardware you will see more gains, that goes for intercoolers, throttle body’s and IPD’s, etc…

Here are the exact numbers for your mods (exhaust & potential FVD software):

Max. Power - 408kW (555HP) @ 6000rpm
Max. Torque - 745Nm (550lbf ft) @ 4000-4500rpm
Max. Speed - 325km/h
Max. RPM - 7000rpm
Acceleration 0-100km/h - 3.6s

Here is a link to the dyno sheets etc…

 

The FVD tune does not require colder plugs. We recommend factory plugs as Nick mentioned. You can go colder if you like but it is not necessary. Hopefully my comments above will give you a little more insight into our numbers. If not just let me know and you can always speak to our programmers directly in Germany. They speak english and can give you more insight if you require it. They also help you with programming, free of charge. That is another added feature.