First Tune

Dmitriy@AUTOcouture · 03-01-2009, 11:31 AM

Guys,

I've had this car for 1 1/2 years and finally want to add a tune. My car is a lease and it will end this August, but I will be getting a N54 engine car, just not sure which one yet. Regardless, I will transfer the tune.

I am leaning towards the JB3 but have one question:

How do/can I switch maps on the fly? My progman version is post 29.2.

Thanks!

rooster3.0 · 03-01-2009, 11:37 AM

I think you can get the Rixster boost gauge. I believe that allows for on the fly map switching.

stressdoc · 03-01-2009, 11:41 AM

Tunes are in the midst of a sea change. If I were you, I would consider a cheap tune like the JB+ with a modest (+2 psi) power increase that is within the range of design for ECU adaptation (if you don't live at high altitude). Sell it when you get your new car, and get a flash after break-in.

Dmitriy@AUTOcouture · 03-01-2009, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stressdoc

Tunes are in the midst of a sea change. If I were you, I would consider a cheap tune like the JB+ with a modest (+2 psi) power increase that is within the range of design for ECU adaptation (if you don't live at high altitude). Sell it when you get your new car, and get a flash after break-in.

Hmm good point - Thank You. What is the new direction for these tunes?

arter · 03-01-2009, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by shpuntik

Guys,

I am leaning towards the JB3 but have one question:

How do/can I switch maps on the fly? My progman version is post 29.2.

Thanks!

The JB3 allows you to change map version by tapping the gas peddle with the engine off. Very quick and easy to do at a stop light if the mood takes you.

RiXst3r · 03-01-2009, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rooster3.0

I think you can get the Rixster boost gauge. I believe that allows for on the fly map switching.

You are correct.

enrita · 03-02-2009, 08:38 AM

I have the Rixster with JB3 and extremely happy with it. Easy to install (both gauge and cable into ECU to connect to JB3). 4 maps available directly from gauge:
1: Race map
2: Pedal map switcher with chosen map
3: High boost
4: Stock

mhkm · 03-02-2009, 04:01 PM

What about us who are at high altitudes?

Spydeputy · 03-04-2009, 06:19 AM

how has the best price for the JB3, and does it throw any codes?

enrita · 03-04-2009, 06:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mhkm

What about us who are at high altitudes?

JB3 has a specific high altitude map that you can select with gas pedal .

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