What gets "tuned" in a tune?

Bshields22 · 04-29-2015, 07:13 PM

Hey guys,

Very new to all of this. I am getting ready to get a CBE and CAI. It has been recommended by many to get a tune after the install. Some would argue otherwise i know.

What exactly gets tuned and how does that increase HP and allow the car to run more smoothly after the mods?

Also, don't these tunes put additional stress and pressure on other components of the car that aren't meant to be "tuned"

Thanks,

Ben

Chuck33079 · 04-29-2015, 07:33 PM

It adjusts AFR, timing, throttle response and the fan tables. That way you have a safer, more responsive, cooler-running car that makes more power.

Bshields22 · 04-30-2015, 01:48 PM

Got it! Thanks for your help!

FLUJOKE · 05-02-2015, 12:48 AM

Get in touch with Mike from UpRev out of Austin he can explain everything Ben.

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SOUTHZZ · 05-02-2015, 04:54 AM

Basically,when you start doing mods to your engine(intake&exhaust etc.),look at it this way,you are making the engine breath better. It will be seeking more "food".
Most times,the initial findings after mods will show the engine running lean.
Adjustments are made in the tune to change this.
IMO,don't expect any big power surges after a tune from the mods you have listed.
In fact,you may not notice any big differences.
You may want to do a few extra mods before you go to the expense of a tune.
I suggest you consider HFC's or test pipes (if the law allows)before a tune is done.

Bshields22 · 05-04-2015, 11:24 AM

Thank you guys for your help again! Starting to make sense

04-29-2015, 07:13 PM	#1 (permalink)
Bshields22 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 422 Drives: 2012 Black 370Z-R Rep Power: 697	What gets "tuned" in a tune? Hey guys, Very new to all of this. I am getting ready to get a CBE and CAI. It has been recommended by many to get a tune after the install. Some would argue otherwise i know. What exactly gets tuned and how does that increase HP and allow the car to run more smoothly after the mods? Also, don't these tunes put additional stress and pressure on other components of the car that aren't meant to be "tuned" Thanks, Ben

04-29-2015, 07:33 PM	#2 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29538	It adjusts AFR, timing, throttle response and the fan tables. That way you have a safer, more responsive, cooler-running car that makes more power. DEpointfive0, 1st and AstatenateZ like this. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

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04-30-2015, 01:48 PM	#3 (permalink)
Bshields22 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 422 Drives: 2012 Black 370Z-R Rep Power: 697	Got it! Thanks for your help!

05-02-2015, 12:48 AM	#4 (permalink)
FLUJOKE Track Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: earth Posts: 770 Drives: car Rep Power: 2067	Get in touch with Mike from UpRev out of Austin he can explain everything Ben. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

05-02-2015, 04:54 AM	#5 (permalink)
SOUTHZZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: ALABAMA Posts: 305 Drives: 09 NISSAN 370Z CS M6 Rep Power: 3400	Basically,when you start doing mods to your engine(intake&exhaust etc.),look at it this way,you are making the engine breath better. It will be seeking more "food". Most times,the initial findings after mods will show the engine running lean. Adjustments are made in the tune to change this. IMO,don't expect any big power surges after a tune from the mods you have listed. In fact,you may not notice any big differences. You may want to do a few extra mods before you go to the expense of a tune. I suggest you consider HFC's or test pipes (if the law allows)before a tune is done.

05-04-2015, 11:24 AM	#6 (permalink)
Bshields22 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 422 Drives: 2012 Black 370Z-R Rep Power: 697	Thank you guys for your help again! Starting to make sense