What tune file should I start off tuning from? 427 stroker C5
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What tune file should I start off tuning from? 427 stroker C5
2002 Z06 with built, heavily modified 427 stroker, and supporting mods...
So, I'm ready to begin tuning via HP Tuners software, but I haven't decided which tune file I should use as my foundation. I'd strongly prefer not to use the current tune, since the previous owner was using a DiabloSport Predator, and I'm not too confident with his results, so I'd like to start from a stock, or stockish tune file. Should I just stick with a stock 2002 Z06 file? Or could I use a file from a newer, larger displacement vette like an ls2, ls3, or ls7? Are the tune file from these newer vettes even backwards compatible with the C5's computer? If so, which would be the best starting point? The Ls7 obviously shares the same displacement, although I do have an LS2 style top-end (MAF, T-body, AFR heads, FAST intake).
Please share your thoughts...
So, I'm ready to begin tuning via HP Tuners software, but I haven't decided which tune file I should use as my foundation. I'd strongly prefer not to use the current tune, since the previous owner was using a DiabloSport Predator, and I'm not too confident with his results, so I'd like to start from a stock, or stockish tune file. Should I just stick with a stock 2002 Z06 file? Or could I use a file from a newer, larger displacement vette like an ls2, ls3, or ls7? Are the tune file from these newer vettes even backwards compatible with the C5's computer? If so, which would be the best starting point? The Ls7 obviously shares the same displacement, although I do have an LS2 style top-end (MAF, T-body, AFR heads, FAST intake).
Please share your thoughts...
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Thanks for your replies. I'll very likely start with a stock tune, but hypothetically speaking, will a file from one of the following cars work (In case I chose to go with a modified tune file)?
-a non z06?
-different year C5?
-an automatic?
-is there a PCM model # or something that must match? If so, where can I find that info?
-a non z06?
-different year C5?
-an automatic?
-is there a PCM model # or something that must match? If so, where can I find that info?