Can you figure out who tuned your car from durametric data logging?
#1
Can you figure out who tuned your car from durametric data logging?
So it appears my car isn't stock...car was purchased CPO.
I finally did some durametric data logging (took me awhile to figure it out between having to install the windows software on a mac and that I had to calculate boost from a couple different values). It appears I'm peaking at around 22psi of boost which is in line with a tune using the following calculation: (Pressure ahead of throttle plate- Ambient pressure)/1000)*14.5037738)
I suppose I'll run a full diagnostic and post up here for forum input, but what values would one need? Is it possible to play detective and figure it out?
It was also late and I was only able to do a couple of third gear runs by the time I got all the data correctly logging.
So, if it was a respected tuner or not, I suppose if I post values some people with solid knowledge can give me feedback on whether I leave it on or not? Other option is send the ECU to FVD to flash back to stock and then tune off that...but what's the point if it already has a decent setup on it?
I've attached a PDF which I realize doesn't have all the data on it...also the boost seems to fluctuate. Should this be a concern?
I finally did some durametric data logging (took me awhile to figure it out between having to install the windows software on a mac and that I had to calculate boost from a couple different values). It appears I'm peaking at around 22psi of boost which is in line with a tune using the following calculation: (Pressure ahead of throttle plate- Ambient pressure)/1000)*14.5037738)
I suppose I'll run a full diagnostic and post up here for forum input, but what values would one need? Is it possible to play detective and figure it out?
It was also late and I was only able to do a couple of third gear runs by the time I got all the data correctly logging.
So, if it was a respected tuner or not, I suppose if I post values some people with solid knowledge can give me feedback on whether I leave it on or not? Other option is send the ECU to FVD to flash back to stock and then tune off that...but what's the point if it already has a decent setup on it?
I've attached a PDF which I realize doesn't have all the data on it...also the boost seems to fluctuate. Should this be a concern?
#2
So it appears my car isn't stock...car was purchased CPO.
I finally did some durametric data logging (took me awhile to figure it out between having to install the windows software on a mac and that I had to calculate boost from a couple different values). It appears I'm peaking at around 22psi of boost which is in line with a tune using the following calculation: (Pressure ahead of throttle plate- Ambient pressure)/1000)*14.5037738)
I suppose I'll run a full diagnostic and post up here for forum input, but what values would one need? Is it possible to play detective and figure it out?
It was also late and I was only able to do a couple of third gear runs by the time I got all the data correctly logging.
So, if it was a respected tuner or not, I suppose if I post values some people with solid knowledge can give me feedback on whether I leave it on or not? Other option is send the ECU to FVD to flash back to stock and then tune off that...but what's the point if it already has a decent setup on it?
I've attached a PDF which I realize doesn't have all the data on it...also the boost seems to fluctuate. Should this be a concern?
I finally did some durametric data logging (took me awhile to figure it out between having to install the windows software on a mac and that I had to calculate boost from a couple different values). It appears I'm peaking at around 22psi of boost which is in line with a tune using the following calculation: (Pressure ahead of throttle plate- Ambient pressure)/1000)*14.5037738)
I suppose I'll run a full diagnostic and post up here for forum input, but what values would one need? Is it possible to play detective and figure it out?
It was also late and I was only able to do a couple of third gear runs by the time I got all the data correctly logging.
So, if it was a respected tuner or not, I suppose if I post values some people with solid knowledge can give me feedback on whether I leave it on or not? Other option is send the ECU to FVD to flash back to stock and then tune off that...but what's the point if it already has a decent setup on it?
I've attached a PDF which I realize doesn't have all the data on it...also the boost seems to fluctuate. Should this be a concern?
#3
So it appears my car isn't stock...car was purchased CPO.
I finally did some durametric data logging (took me awhile to figure it out between having to install the windows software on a mac and that I had to calculate boost from a couple different values). It appears I'm peaking at around 22psi of boost which is in line with a tune using the following calculation: (Pressure ahead of throttle plate- Ambient pressure)/1000)*14.5037738)
I suppose I'll run a full diagnostic and post up here for forum input, but what valuens would one need? Is it possible to play detective and figure it out?
It was also late and I was only able to do a couple of third gear runs by the time I got all the data correctly logging.
So, if it was a respected tuner or not, I suppose if I post values some people with solid knowledge can give me feedback on whether I leave it on or not? Other option is send the ECU to FVD to flash back to stock and then tune off that...but what's the point if it already has a decent setup on it?
I've attached a PDF which I realize doesn't have all the data on it...also the boost seems to fluctuate. Should this be a concern?
I finally did some durametric data logging (took me awhile to figure it out between having to install the windows software on a mac and that I had to calculate boost from a couple different values). It appears I'm peaking at around 22psi of boost which is in line with a tune using the following calculation: (Pressure ahead of throttle plate- Ambient pressure)/1000)*14.5037738)
I suppose I'll run a full diagnostic and post up here for forum input, but what valuens would one need? Is it possible to play detective and figure it out?
It was also late and I was only able to do a couple of third gear runs by the time I got all the data correctly logging.
So, if it was a respected tuner or not, I suppose if I post values some people with solid knowledge can give me feedback on whether I leave it on or not? Other option is send the ECU to FVD to flash back to stock and then tune off that...but what's the point if it already has a decent setup on it?
I've attached a PDF which I realize doesn't have all the data on it...also the boost seems to fluctuate. Should this be a concern?
Goo luck.
DC
Last edited by therock88; 03-18-2014 at 03:04 PM.
#4
Here's a way to rule out one tuner. If you know anyone that has a GIAC flashloader, you can plug that into the OBDII port and see if it reads. If it does, then you'll know you have GIAC software. If it does not read, well then you can at least rule out GIAC...because the flashloader would read if the software was GIAC.
That could at least narrow it down by 1.
That could at least narrow it down by 1.
#5
So it appears my car isn't stock...car was purchased CPO.
I finally did some durametric data logging (took me awhile to figure it out between having to install the windows software on a mac and that I had to calculate boost from a couple different values). It appears I'm peaking at around 22psi of boost which is in line with a tune using the following calculation: (Pressure ahead of throttle plate- Ambient pressure)/1000)*14.5037738)
I suppose I'll run a full diagnostic and post up here for forum input, but what values would one need? Is it possible to play detective and figure it out?
It was also late and I was only able to do a couple of third gear runs by the time I got all the data correctly logging.
So, if it was a respected tuner or not, I suppose if I post values some people with solid knowledge can give me feedback on whether I leave it on or not? Other option is send the ECU to FVD to flash back to stock and then tune off that...but what's the point if it already has a decent setup on it?
I've attached a PDF which I realize doesn't have all the data on it...also the boost seems to fluctuate. Should this be a concern?
I finally did some durametric data logging (took me awhile to figure it out between having to install the windows software on a mac and that I had to calculate boost from a couple different values). It appears I'm peaking at around 22psi of boost which is in line with a tune using the following calculation: (Pressure ahead of throttle plate- Ambient pressure)/1000)*14.5037738)
I suppose I'll run a full diagnostic and post up here for forum input, but what values would one need? Is it possible to play detective and figure it out?
It was also late and I was only able to do a couple of third gear runs by the time I got all the data correctly logging.
So, if it was a respected tuner or not, I suppose if I post values some people with solid knowledge can give me feedback on whether I leave it on or not? Other option is send the ECU to FVD to flash back to stock and then tune off that...but what's the point if it already has a decent setup on it?
I've attached a PDF which I realize doesn't have all the data on it...also the boost seems to fluctuate. Should this be a concern?
I would also log IAT and EGT.
I don't think there's a way to tell what specific tune you have by just looking at durametric.
However, most tuners will keep track of the VIN, so I suppose you could call FVD, Softronic, etc. and provide the VIN to see if they have tuned the car before.
I did this once to verify that Softronic had NOT tuned a car that I was looking at.
#6
So it appears my car isn't stock...car was purchased CPO.
I finally did some durametric data logging (took me awhile to figure it out between having to install the windows software on a mac and that I had to calculate boost from a couple different values). It appears I'm peaking at around 22psi of boost which is in line with a tune using the following calculation: (Pressure ahead of throttle plate- Ambient pressure)/1000)*14.5037738)
I suppose I'll run a full diagnostic and post up here for forum input, but what values would one need? Is it possible to play detective and figure it out?
It was also late and I was only able to do a couple of third gear runs by the time I got all the data correctly logging.
So, if it was a respected tuner or not, I suppose if I post values some people with solid knowledge can give me feedback on whether I leave it on or not? Other option is send the ECU to FVD to flash back to stock and then tune off that...but what's the point if it already has a decent setup on it?
I've attached a PDF which I realize doesn't have all the data on it...also the boost seems to fluctuate. Should this be a concern?
I finally did some durametric data logging (took me awhile to figure it out between having to install the windows software on a mac and that I had to calculate boost from a couple different values). It appears I'm peaking at around 22psi of boost which is in line with a tune using the following calculation: (Pressure ahead of throttle plate- Ambient pressure)/1000)*14.5037738)
I suppose I'll run a full diagnostic and post up here for forum input, but what values would one need? Is it possible to play detective and figure it out?
It was also late and I was only able to do a couple of third gear runs by the time I got all the data correctly logging.
So, if it was a respected tuner or not, I suppose if I post values some people with solid knowledge can give me feedback on whether I leave it on or not? Other option is send the ECU to FVD to flash back to stock and then tune off that...but what's the point if it already has a decent setup on it?
I've attached a PDF which I realize doesn't have all the data on it...also the boost seems to fluctuate. Should this be a concern?
Last edited by Steve_TT; 03-18-2014 at 02:53 PM. Reason: Clarification - use 3rd gear for datalog
#7
If you want, datalog engine speed, mass air flow (MAF) and intake-air temperature from 2000 to 6500 rpm at wide open throttle in 3rd gear and attach the excel and I`ll compare your mystery tune to my Softronic. The data will give volumetric efficiency, a proxy for power (I gleaned this from the Area Under the Curve topic).
I may try to find the old owner(s) from maintenance logs and email them too.
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#8
Did the dealer say if had been flashed and make a note on the bill of sale ? Just wondering for warranty purposes
Personally unless I knew which flash it had I would get it flashed by a reputable shop, I guess you could argue its a waste of money but it would let me sleep at night
Personally unless I knew which flash it had I would get it flashed by a reputable shop, I guess you could argue its a waste of money but it would let me sleep at night
#9
Usually if you had a Softronic flash in the car you should have a cable that says Softronic on it and is married to the car . You should also have the two files that have the VIN on them such as "Tuned WP0AD29978Sxxxxxx" and "Original WP0AD29978Sxxxxxx". The owner of the car would pass this along in a sale or state it had a Softronic flash and contact us if there was any confusion.
Softronic doesn't release information on VIN's as it is privacy issue to the owner of the car in which it was sold to.
Best Regards,
Scott
Softronic doesn't release information on VIN's as it is privacy issue to the owner of the car in which it was sold to.
Best Regards,
Scott
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#10
Was the car run in Sport for the log? If so run it in Non-Sport and log :
RPM, Load, Ignition timing , lamda B1 or B2 and boost pressure
Best,
Scott
RPM, Load, Ignition timing , lamda B1 or B2 and boost pressure
Best,
Scott
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24HRS Daytona Winner programmed by Softronic!
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Porsche PCA racing binary check by Softronic for compliance.
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#11
I don't have a sport mode. I'll redo the test with the rest of those values and see what everyone thinks of the results. Even if it's a mystery tune, as long as the educated here think the values look good, I'll keep it.
#12
Previous owner emailed. Mystery solved...giac tune along with champion intercoolers! It's like the car lottery.
Unfortunately as part of CPO, tubi and k40 were both removed.
What kind of hp do you think I might have with tune, exhaust, and intercoolers?
Unfortunately as part of CPO, tubi and k40 were both removed.
What kind of hp do you think I might have with tune, exhaust, and intercoolers?
#13
Unfortunately I think the intercoolers may have been removed. Can you tell from this photo if they're factory or aftermarket?
Either way, it's comforting to know I have a solid tune.
Either way, it's comforting to know I have a solid tune.
#15
Did they CPO your car with the tune??