Whats a "tune"
04-04-2008, 08:22 PM
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Whats a "tune" When you guys talk about a tune, are you referring to dyno time or laptop/program stuff? Is this something like a preditor tuner? My buddy has a preditor but thinks it is lock to his old vin. Don't even know if its worth anything..
04-04-2008, 08:53 PM
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Predator will adjust the computer settings for you, but the 'tune' is in fact the use of a computer/laptop to adjust the computer settings with ALOT more versatility. Some tuners have the ability to lock your computer like you mention, but most won't.
04-09-2008, 08:56 AM
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A Predator tune is basically a generic tune for a generic setup, while a dyno tune will be a custom tune for your specific car/setup. A dyno tune is 100% recommended if you have the means, and it pretty much required if you have any type of internal work done.
And yeah, this is definitely in the wrong section, haha. A mod may move it on you, just so you know.
And yeah, this is definitely in the wrong section, haha. A mod may move it on you, just so you know.
04-15-2008, 04:25 PM
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Predator sucks, Period. Get a tune from a reputable shop & one that does a street tune, not just a Dyno tune. They will use a laptop and a program like LS1 Edit, EFI Live, HP Tunners. Cost is about $500, but well worth it. Retunes for more mods are either free or cheap normally.
04-15-2008, 08:21 PM
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If you can carry one, you might be a pop star one day 
As mentioned above a tune is adjusting from the "factory settings" to something unique to your car and modifications. Even a tune to a stock car can untap performance, mpg and better driveability over a standard Hypertech or Predator.
Derek
As mentioned above a tune is adjusting from the "factory settings" to something unique to your car and modifications. Even a tune to a stock car can untap performance, mpg and better driveability over a standard Hypertech or Predator.
Derek