The new guy (help)
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The new guy (help) So im gonna try and make this short. Im a complete dumbass when it comes to the new age cars. So im going to attempt to try and program flash or whatever its called my ecu/ecm im trying to find out from You awesome folks what excatly I need to do this so I went online looking at the cords for obd2 to USB and there is hundreds of different ones that say the do this do that I also would like to know a place I can download or get the software I need for my computer. So I have a 97 trans am lt1 mild build, cam, head work, bigger springs, roller rockers. Headers. If anyone could help me out here I would be very grateful. Thank you. Im larry by the way email if you like Jrvan1974@gmail.com
Start here:
http://aldlcable.com/
Only downloadable software I think they have available for OBDII is scanning. You may have to buy a copy of Tunercat or whatever the other popular software was called. PCM Tune or some mess like that.
http://aldlcable.com/
Only downloadable software I think they have available for OBDII is scanning. You may have to buy a copy of Tunercat or whatever the other popular software was called. PCM Tune or some mess like that.
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Be prepared as this is going to cost $$$$.
The programming software for OBDII LT1 PCMs will be JetDST.
For OBDII scanning software I currently recommend ScanXL Pro with GM enhanced parameters.
https://www.palmerperformance.com/pr...lpro/index.php
It's been a few years since I bought the above software, so I would try contacting them before buying.
Option 2 might be to convert to 24x/LS pcm so you could then use either EFI Live or HP tuners. I think both of them can be bought with data loggers/scanners.
Option 3 might be to convert to OBDI. You could then use freescan to scan and Tunercat or TunerPro RT to program.
The programming software for OBDII LT1 PCMs will be JetDST.
For OBDII scanning software I currently recommend ScanXL Pro with GM enhanced parameters.
https://www.palmerperformance.com/pr...lpro/index.php
It's been a few years since I bought the above software, so I would try contacting them before buying.
Option 2 might be to convert to 24x/LS pcm so you could then use either EFI Live or HP tuners. I think both of them can be bought with data loggers/scanners.
Option 3 might be to convert to OBDI. You could then use freescan to scan and Tunercat or TunerPro RT to program.
Does anyone ever use LT1Edit from Carputing these days? I had an old LS1Edit cable that I didn't use anymore. I was able to have my 97 Camaro added for $180 to make a few changes. It's only economical for people that have that stuff sitting around, but it made me wonder how many are still out there gathering dust in a drawer.
Thanks!
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Chad
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Well Be prepared as this is going to cost $$$$.
The programming software for OBDII LT1 PCMs will be JetDST.
For OBDII scanning software I currently recommend ScanXL Pro with GM enhanced parameters.
https://www.palmerperformance.com/pr...lpro/index.php
It's been a few years since I bought the above software, so I would try contacting them before buying.
Option 2 might be to convert to 24x/LS pcm so you could then use either EFI Live or HP tuners. I think both of them can be bought with data loggers/scanners.
Option 3 might be to convert to OBDI. You could then use freescan to scan and Tunercat or TunerPro RT to program.
The programming software for OBDII LT1 PCMs will be JetDST.
For OBDII scanning software I currently recommend ScanXL Pro with GM enhanced parameters.
https://www.palmerperformance.com/pr...lpro/index.php
It's been a few years since I bought the above software, so I would try contacting them before buying.
Option 2 might be to convert to 24x/LS pcm so you could then use either EFI Live or HP tuners. I think both of them can be bought with data loggers/scanners.
Option 3 might be to convert to OBDI. You could then use freescan to scan and Tunercat or TunerPro RT to program.
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The 93 ECM does not use flash programming, but chips you have to burn. You'll find even fewer choices for that if you stay with it. You kinda waited a while to throw that spoiler out there.
I'd switch to another computer and engine harness.
I'd switch to another computer and engine harness.
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Schbox I use your webpage all the time it's amazing thank you for all the hard work you have put into it for people like me and my wife it's been a life saver for us. So what year ecm do I need for obd1 94-95 ? I still have my 97ecm . I know I would have to change knock sensor if I use it.
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94 and 95 LT1 PCMs are the same as far as functionality if you want OBD-I. You have already gotten some other recommendations in this thread if you want to go another route. OBD-I DIY programming is inexpensive, but not many people offer it any more in a paid-for manner. OBD-II is probably used by more people and has more commercial offerings. It's a personal choice.
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