KPM Generic edit impressions... - Page 2

JoesAu · 29-07-2008, 02:40 PM

what would happen if im running 95 octane in the tank, and then i run the 98 oct tune? or vice versa?does it affect the car

Ladiesman217 · 29-07-2008, 02:50 PM

I know I don't have an AU but when I just recently went from running 95RON to 98RON with some 95RON still left in the tank it didnt effect the car at all so you should be right Joe. I also have noticed that my car goes harder when it's in Performance Auto rather rather than in Performance Manual. Strange?

The Monty · 29-07-2008, 03:19 PM

95 with the 98 tune resulted in pinging for me over 4 grand. 98 on 95 is fine.

JoesAu · 29-07-2008, 03:26 PM

oh yeah i thought it would ping, well my tuner should be back tommorow, i'll go straight to the 98oct tune as thats whats in the tank. hopefully she runs ok.

**Stav** · 29-07-2008, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by The Monty

Im sure Im not making power till 6200, but at the track, I make up for that by not hitting third gear on the 1/4 mile. The difference in the time I lose when it gets into third, is made up by holding gears with less power.

What speed are you pulling in second and what revs across the line?

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what would happen if im running 95 octane in the tank, and then i run the 98 oct tune? or vice versa?does it affect the car.

Alot of hearsay about this topic. 98 octane allows a slower burn and therefore more ignition timing can be added. 95 burns quicker and tends to ping if the tune suits a 98 octane fuel.

Modmyxr8 · 29-07-2008, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by The Monty

95 with the 98 tune resulted in pinging for me over 4 grand. 98 on 95 is fine.

I had full tank of 98 running the 98 tune & it was pinging hard like you say when ova 4 grand. I mite try the 95 tune wit 98 octane see if it pings? :sm_headba

The Monty · 29-07-2008, 07:25 PM

Around 147 in second, I think its around 6200-6400. Nothing like a 250 000k old engine revving like that with a three inch exhaust, lol.

JoesAu · 29-07-2008, 07:57 PM

got the tuner back just before, i put the 98 oct tune in, all was until i tried to boot it, it would reach 4k and just go da da da da loud as and cut out! so it pretty much wouldnt let me past 4200rpm's.

Put the 95 oct tune in first impressions! Throttle response difference is so noticable its really good, also the car drives very smoothly, kicks downs a little earlier too, i believe overall performance gain is minimal so far, only took it for a 5 min drive just to make sure it ran fine on the tune, dont know where the limter is set as i didnt punch it too hard but enough to get a feel of it. First impressions are good, also the shifts firmer. Hopefully fuel usage is better.

**Peuty** · 29-07-2008, 08:00 PM

You sure you loaded the 98 tune? Sounds like you may have put the valet tune in by mistake.

JoesAu · 29-07-2008, 08:14 PM

yer well thats what im wondering?? i did everything the instructions said! i definately loaded the P3 tune thou! i might try it again tommorow and see what happens, but it didnt sound good i tell ya, i was pretty worried, the car almost completely shut down like it was struggling for fuel? and like i said loud noises coming from the motor

JoesAu · 29-07-2008, 08:17 PM

i have 98 oct in the tank as well, the car is going really good on the p2 tune which is 95oct it says on the booklet.

BIGJB · 29-07-2008, 08:33 PM

The idea of using these generic tunes scares me. I have mine sitting in the cupboard still as I want to do a few thing and get the car on a dyno to tune it in correctly. Kpm were great to deal with so not in anyway bagging them but seriously guys go and read all of this thread from the beginning. Most of you are complaining about pinging issues. This is not GOOD for your engine in any way shape or form. The generic tunes are just that. If you have modified anything at all it will be incorrect for your car. The car the original programs were written for, if it was standard as it should of been and yours is not than it will change all of the settings. Lets not also forget to take into account the different klms on all of the vehicles. As the motors get older they get more worn out and therefore so do other things like coil packs therefore changing the strength of your spark. The point I'm getting at guys is we got these at a great price. Be happy with your great saving and do yaself a favour and get it dynoed properly as I would hate to think of the DAMAGE you are doing to your PRIDE & JOYS.
This is only my opinion!

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JoesAu · 29-07-2008, 08:38 PM

yer i hear what your saying, i will probably go and get before and after dyno checks, my car is fine on the 95 oct tune. never heardf of anyone doing any serious damage thou? we'll see how she drives in the morning. Kpm have been great to deal with your correct.

BIGJB · 29-07-2008, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by JoesAu

never heardf of anyone doing any serious damage thou?

At the end of the day the serious damage may not be serious damage until the car has done 50,000klm.

**Peuty** · 29-07-2008, 08:51 PM

Yeah I can hear what you are saying John.

I wonder if KPM is reading this and can maybe comment/put minds at rest?

StealthAu · 29-07-2008, 10:33 PM

KPM along with any other supplier of generic tunes will advise having it checked on a dyno.

dreadly · 30-07-2008, 12:44 AM

bahhh...KPM- should see Chris at Blue power racing developments Melb

And yes to everyone contemplating getting a flash tuner..Do it!

The Monty · 30-07-2008, 04:01 AM

That would be the valet tune, thats exactly what it does in my car, you also wont be able to go over 80. Mine has only ever pinged when Ive used the wrong fuel, have been using it for 40 000 k's, no probs yet.

Modmyxr8 · 30-07-2008, 04:56 PM

Has anyone experienced inconsistant idling after its been put back to factory settings?

JoesAu · 30-07-2008, 06:15 PM

got a price for a custom tune in geelong, 295$ so i think i'll be goingg with that once i save up the cash.

falzoony · 12-08-2008, 03:31 PM

KPM are doing another group buy on these. Cheaper again!
I'm pretty keen on getting one.

http://www.fordforums.com.au/showthr...14#post2270114

bloggs24 · 12-08-2008, 04:28 PM

im getting one this time

JoesAu · 15-08-2008, 09:45 AM

well i have done my first record of my fuel im using, i had the tank on the F white line so full, and i have goten 300km's out of the tank! what the Hell?????? the car smells a little rich but thats how its always been. So i dont know whats going on?

**Peuty** · 15-08-2008, 09:48 AM

How were you driving it?

**Mont5.0** · 15-08-2008, 10:03 AM

when you say smells rich, is that inside the car or out?

JoesAu · 15-08-2008, 11:40 AM

na just a little outside, i dont drive it hard alll the time either, its strange, i'll keep monitoring it. might need a new o2 sensor.

ayeyew · 15-08-2008, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by JoesAu

well i have done my first record of my fuel im using, i had the tank on the F white line so full, and i have goten 300km's out of the tank! what the Hell?????? the car smells a little rich but thats how its always been. So i dont know whats going on?

Damn? Serious?

I used to get about 380km out of mine, now i am around 450 with the generic tune. Smelt mega rich before. No smell now

BFD83 · 15-08-2008, 09:59 PM

I've actually just flashed mine back to stock...as she is runnin rich she is usin a bit too much fuel for my liking so once i get the custom tune done to fix the problem im just gonna leave it stock. Can't keep affording to put petrol in more then i should.

blackers10 · 15-08-2008, 10:22 PM

brent are you sure your not just using your foot more now its got more poke??

**Peuty** · 15-08-2008, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Brent83

I've actually just flashed mine back to stock...as she is runnin rich she is usin a bit too much fuel for my liking so once i get the custom tune done to fix the problem im just gonna leave it stock. Can't keep affording to put petrol in more then i should.

How do you know that it is running rich? As Brendan said, maybe you are just giving it more poke.