There are various levels of enginetunes that will maximize your vehicles performance that you can easily take in and out for testing and at least one compliant tune that should help with the longevity of your vehicle.
That is a great looking rig, hopefully you will be very happy with it. Not sure what you consider series but read around here for enginetunes. That would probably be a good start to any mods you are looking at.
Thanks for all of the information you have provided. I have a 2016 Eco and as I posted above was almost T-boned due to the excessive acceleration lag from a dead stop. I am not a mechanic like many who post here but you seem to really know what you are talking about so I would like to ask you a...
I had these issues with heat as well, with OEM tune and configuration, pulling 6,000 lbs flat ground with headwind. Added the now no longer sold oil cooler and remote oil filter and lowered antifreeze temp to 210/212 but oil stayed in the 270 range, trans still 220 and above for short periods...
Yes, and from what I have read IMO the tunes and shutting off the EGR are the best things you can do for it.
My Service Manager supports the tunes because my Eco is my daily driver with more short hops than freeway time. Short hops are this engine's nemesis.
Our Colorado tunes are released. We are working on the Ford now. Thus far with an engine and trans tune on that application we can drop the 0-60 almost 2 seconds. This will also be emission compliant when it is released.
Yes, If GDE isn't already he will have an approved tune. There's no reason not to believe what they are saying about the new tune, Kieth has a good reputation and apparently some good engineers/tune experts available.
What bothers me a bit is GDE has always said it is important to turn off the...
John, I'm starting to look seriously at tunes for my ECO, I've checked GDE & SFT, these are the choices for me, the EPA approved GDE tuneis adverting 75% reduction in soot production and fewer regens, how do you think the sofaking package comparesas far as soot production, I've read your posts...
I’m new to our standard-tune 2014 Jeep GC EcoDiesel, but I don’t think it has a “Tow-Haul” setting... that sounds like a truck thing. I put the GC in “Sport” mode when towing in hill country or in stop-and-go urban traffic. The Jeep EcoDiesel slows quickly to a lower constant speed, just as if...
The SFT tune operates the "engine/exhaust" (actually it is turbo braking) braking automatically when you are in tow-haul and above 2000 rpms. To keep it above 2000 rpms you merely downshift to another gear.
I'm not sure how it activates in the other tunes.
Your next question may regard warranty. Yes, a tune will absolutely render your warrant null and void. That is why it is absolutely essential to have an tune that you are comfortable removing and reinstalling periodically and the basic mechanical knowledge to do it if you are planning use a...
Julian,
Here is another tuner similar to the one that Vern posted except this one is in Nevada, the other is in Canada.
And yes, with either tuner you can easily return the tune to stock and when the dealer visit is over easily put the tune back in.
I am using both SFTs engine (ECU) and tranny...
I think you need a tune that illuminates the EGR which I believe is the majority of your problems. I personally like GDE tunes, but there are other tunes out there. If you don’t get a GDE tune make sure whatever tune you get turns off your EGR. My second suggestion would be to run Amsoil diesel...
I have an upgraded intercooler, all 3in lines, banks intake, custom grabbed 3in down pipe straight out at the back of the cab, and intake, crank case to atmosphere dump tube. With 0,20,40,60,80 sotf tunes, and my egts are never close to a problem. Everyone gives the Eco to much shit. It is a...
TC Diesel,
Once we finish the emission certification testing, the new tunes will be delivered via a flash tool, I am not sure we will continue with the ecm exchange as it adds cost. For sure, warranty can be voided with tuning, but with our tune we expect the engine to have fewer field issues...
I have the GDE tune as well and I'm very happy with it. I started with the engine tune because I was concerned about all that soot getting into my engine and 15K later I had a look and the EGR tube is clean and so is the engine oil. More recently I got the Transmission tune and haven't driven...
Hello Guys, and Gals
First I want to apologize for the novel up front, I’m a long winded talker/ type. If your looking for a tune soon for your Ecodiesel, please bear with me, as this company (Light Speed Innovations) deserves to be looked at for your business. 2 weeks ago, I helped my...