Dyno power gains w/ stock SHO and LMS Stage 4

[DJE624]

This just in from Livernois:

When you first flash the 2010-2014 vehicles they shift harder than normal. They have adaptive learning and will soften up, but still be firmer than stock as it learns how you drive.
Thank you

[BiGMaC]

DJ... do you data log?  Is there any extra equipment/software needed  What is your procedure for modifying a tune when need?  TIA 
MI is a long way from me... but I am planning a tune ... and maybe hot-pipes... in Jan.

[DJE624]

No.  I'm too lazy to data log.  That's why I run LMS.  If you use Unleashed you really need to data log so Torrie can tweak and zero in your tune.  Most guys use their SCT programmer to log and then download it to their computer to send out.  There are other ways I believe but I haven't really gotten into it.  I do use my Torque Pro to sometimes check intake temps, boost levels, AFR and time my 0-60 MPH runs. That's about all I did this past six months.

[BiGMaC]

Thanks DJ.. and thanks for starting this thread!

Any other comments to help a newbie make some decisions?

[DJE624]

Thanks to Fast SHO for the thread.  I was just lucky to have LMS dyno my car.

[Dxlnt1]

Just received email from LMS that they are behind on sending out tune files! Needless to say I am a bit pissed I spent a few hundred dollars for a tuner that is completely useless right now. From the email, sounds like it may be at least a week.

Is this normal to receive primary tune?

Is there a problem with existing tune that they are holding off releasing the same tune to others?

It was a simple 89/91 octane tune, that a bunch of you already running.

Who is the competition? I may consider jumping ship because of this. I don't need a company that can't or won't uphold there end of transaction, fully. I understand stuff happens but they could have told me there was an issue when I made purchase. Geez!

Then again, I could just be anxious and upset about lack of communication.

[DJE624]

As far as I know, there have never been any problems with the 2010-2012 tunes.  Mine have been fine.  I do know that they do get backed up sometimes.  I've heard stories where there are 60-80 tunes waiting to got out.

[JMR76]

They do get backed up and I believe they have been tweaking.  I never had a problem with the early 2013 SHO tunes in any weather.  I think when they added power and boost to the later versions (upon customers request) some of us started experiencing some minor issues in cold weather on WOT.

[Fast SHO]

I'm not noticing any issues with my tune.

[Dxlnt1]

So, how long to receive you first tune after purchase and sending in strategy code?

I can't even install peripherals as I intend to dyno car before and after tune is installed with all the goodies.

[DJE624]

Normally it takes a day or two.

[vernonator]

So, how long to receive you first tune after purchase and sending in strategy code?

I can't even install peripherals as I intend to dyno car before and after tune is installed with all the goodies.

Give them a break! You do know its the holiday's = employee time off + increased sales. They are not wal-mart, and have a finite number of guys that do this thing. Relax, have a beverage and enjoy the tune when it arrives - because it's a game changer with these cars!!!!

Mark

[Dxlnt1]

So, how long to receive you first tune after purchase and sending in strategy code?

I can't even install peripherals as I intend to dyno car before and after tune is installed with all the goodies.

Give them a break! You do know its the holiday's = employee time off + increased sales. They are not wal-mart, and have a finite number of guys that do this thing. Relax, have a beverage and enjoy the tune when it arrives - because it's a game changer with these cars!!!!

Mark

Good point about the holidays. I clearly did not factor that in. As I staid, it may just be my anxiety to go fast that's making me inpatient.

[Dxlnt1]

Well good news. I received files today. Gonna instal thermostat first for ease while car cold, then pull baseline dyno.

Then install cai, spark plugs and stage 4 tune.

What is gap on plugs that everyone is using?

[Livernois Motorsports]

Well good news. I received files today. Gonna instal thermostat first for ease while car cold, then pull baseline dyno.

Then install cai, spark plugs and stage 4 tune.

What is gap on plugs that everyone is using?

we recommend .030 for plug gap, but do use feeler gauges, don't trust the "gap tool" sold in many auto parts stores.