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Running a tune on a roadtrip

Started by Gerryh, July 23, 2018, 03:19:52 PM

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Gerryh

I Have a 3.5 Ecoboost MKS that i tuned with LMS just the 91 performance still 2 bar map. I'm going on a family road trip.  Would it be ok to leave the tune on there for the trip or should i return it to stock for the journey. the engine only has 4000 miles on it.  thanks
Gerryh

shoNoff

Quote from: Gerryh on July 23, 2018, 03:19:52 PM
I Have a 3.5 Ecoboost MKS that i tuned with LMS just the 91 performance still 2 bar map. I'm going on a family road trip.  Would it be ok to leave the tune on there for the trip or should i return it to stock for the journey. the engine only has 4000 miles on it.  thanks

It will be fine. I drive my car 99% on the time on my unleashed 93 performance tune. I actually get better fuel mileage with the tune. I just took my SHO on a 6 hour round trip ride to cape cod. Car loaded to the gills with beach stuff and golf equipment. Still got 26/27mpg going 80 the entire way.
2013 SHO PP 12.51 @ 110.07 AJP tuned sold
2016 edge sport 13.92 @ 99.4 mph. slow and stock baby mobile

LostnEye

I've done 1500+ miles round trip on 3 bar 93 tune. I always keep the 2 bar and the tuner in the car just in case.
2013 Tuxedo Black/Mayan Grey PP, GH AO, GH IC, H&Rs, AD mounts

SHOdded

91 is no problem. 93 can sometimes be a problem depending on travel route.  But def leave tune on, and carry the 2 bar MAP + tuner with ya, JIC.
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

shoNoff

Quote from: SHOdded on July 23, 2018, 05:25:24 PM
91 is no problem. 93 can sometimes be a problem depending on travel route.  But def leave tune on, and carry the 2 bar MAP + tuner with ya, JIC.

I never think of this since 93 is all over NH and Mass
2013 SHO PP 12.51 @ 110.07 AJP tuned sold
2016 edge sport 13.92 @ 99.4 mph. slow and stock baby mobile

SHOdded

Yeah california, colorado, arizona are 3 that come to mind re 91 being premium fuel.  May be others.  The way NY is going it might be next.
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

ZSHO

Quote from: shoNoff on July 23, 2018, 06:09:46 PM
Quote from: SHOdded on July 23, 2018, 05:25:24 PM
91 is no problem. 93 can sometimes be a problem depending on travel route.  But def leave tune on, and carry the 2 bar MAP + tuner with ya, JIC.

I never think of this since 93 is all over NH and Mass
93 octane Fuel can be hard to come by,especially in the Mid-west!  Z


2013 Performance Package SHO| Livernois Custom Methanol Tune|3-Bar Map|Reische-170-Stat|Full Race Tial-10psi BOV in Black|PPE-Gloss Black Hot Pipes|EPP Dual Intake in Gloss Black|PPE Catted DP|Corsa Sport Cat Back Exhaust|H&R Sport-Springs|CFM Performance Billet Valve Cover Breather In Gloss Black|Llumar 20%Ceramic window Tint|MSD Ignition Coils in Black|Extreme Roof Spoiler|Redline Fluids all around|Gearhead Intercooler|First-SHO With Direct Port Alky-VP-M1-100%-Methanol Injection|LMS-Custom-Dyno-Tuned @ 415whp-465wtq| Best Trap Speed of 115.54 mph|

Vortech347

Why wouldn't you.  You use the tune around town and such.

I've taken probably 15k worth of 200+ mile road trips tuned.   My car is setup for 91.  I didn't want a 93 tune because that fuel isn't available locally here and I like to hit the open road a ton.
Matt H.
2013 SHO Performance Pack, Daily, AJPTurbo tuned
2003 SVT Cobra 497rwhp/491rwtq, Self tuned, Cruiser
1990 Mustang GT 570rwhp/530twtq, Self tuned, Open Track
2017 F150 XLT 5.0

ToMang07

Quote from: ZSHO on July 23, 2018, 06:27:01 PM
Quote from: shoNoff on July 23, 2018, 06:09:46 PM
Quote from: SHOdded on July 23, 2018, 05:25:24 PM
91 is no problem. 93 can sometimes be a problem depending on travel route.  But def leave tune on, and carry the 2 bar MAP + tuner with ya, JIC.

I never think of this since 93 is all over NH and Mass
93 octane Fuel can be hard to come by,especially in the Mid-west!  Z

93 is hard to find around here, too. Of the 12 or so stations within 12 miles from my house, only 1 sells 93....and it's a Shitgo.
~Tom~
2013 SHO - Stage 3 Snow Performance Meth, (2) SCT X4 with Unleashed, 3 Bar Map, MSD Ignition Coils w/Colder Plugs 170*TS, EcoPowerParts Hot Pipes & Tial-Q BOV) Stage 3 Motorsports Catless Downpipes 3" Cat-Back Exhaust, JLT Oil Separator, H&R Sport Springs, K&N CAI, Drilled and Slotted Rotors w/EBC Pads