Which Tuner for 7AT Shift Reponsiveness

Tractionless · 03-08-2018, 12:34 PM

**Stay on topic please, not interested in jabs about the 7AT**

I was reading a thread last week noting a tuner can delete the OE 1 sec. paddle delay using an aftermarket tuner. I'm curious to know; which unit? In speaking with the UPrev reps on this forum last year they said no one has cracked the 7AT code and there's no improvement to be had.

Have there been changes since then or is this a feature that has always been available?

Thanks for any help you can lend.

Quicksilvers · 03-09-2018, 12:32 AM

I would call ECUTek first and ask them.

jchammond · 03-09-2018, 01:34 AM

I’m not sure of tuner or software; but I know I performed a drain & fill on mine every 10k miles (that’s after my 1st 50k flush) & it seemed to quicken up each time-like a tuneup.
Also try calling up Pat@Levelten Transmission’s (973)828-1000 as he should know.
No jabs from me, loved it & ran a best 1/4mile 12.98@106.62

TOKSICK · 04-09-2018, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tractionless

**Stay on topic please, not interested in jabs about the 7AT**

I was reading a thread last week noting a tuner can delete the OE 1 sec. paddle delay using an aftermarket tuner. I'm curious to know; which unit? In speaking with the UPrev reps on this forum last year they said no one has cracked the 7AT code and there's no improvement to be had.

Have there been changes since then or is this a feature that has always been available?

Thanks for any help you can lend.

Email Seb at Specialty Z
My 7AT shifts quicker and the throttle response is much better.
He uses Ecutek.

He was very helpful and quick to respond.

shadow85 · 05-12-2018, 08:25 AM

Ecutek is way better for 7AT I have been told. They offer more control and adjustment to the trans unlike UpRev

cupcakez · 05-12-2018, 08:31 AM

EcuTek hands down. They offer custom maps to your liking where as UpRev does not!
Contact ByTheBay forum user!

msonbol37x · 06-29-2018, 09:17 PM

Main reason I stayed on uprev is because of the transmission. I spoke to Pat at level 10 which builds these transmissions. He doesn't like Ecutek because they "neglect" the transmission were his words.

Zat_Zuma · 06-30-2018, 12:34 PM

Just got a EcuTec tune with Seb and he gave adjustments to the 7AT. It is smoother to redline and shifts with some authority. It's a cruiser, so the shifts are mild. (asked for a slight improvement) But the difference is noticeable. Highly recommended

harman.khinda · 07-21-2018, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by msonbol37x

Main reason I stayed on uprev is because of the transmission. I spoke to Pat at level 10 which builds these transmissions. He doesn't like Ecutek because they "neglect" the transmission were his words.

I would expect Ecutek to have more control over the tranny after all the good stuff I've heard about it. I wonder how much truth there is to this.

ByThaBay · 07-24-2018, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by harman.khinda

I would expect Ecutek to have more control over the tranny after all the good stuff I've heard about it. I wonder how much truth there is to this.

pM me to arrange a call, I can walk you through what ecutek offers in this category in detail.

JamesTheBrain · 08-11-2018, 08:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cupcakez

EcuTek hands down. They offer custom maps to your liking where as UpRev does not!
Contact ByTheBay forum user!

False.

SG4247 · 08-11-2018, 09:04 PM

Ive worked with an EcuTek tuner to improve the 7AT shift behavior.

In the end, I think the only good path is to rework the valvebody.

cupcakez · 08-12-2018, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by JamesTheBrain

False.

Can you prove me wrong?

Maybe you are thinking of map switching and not custom maps?
Or maybe you may be confused with UpRev having the option of supporting many different maps...

From what I know, UpRev cannot do what EcuTek can in terms of manipulating the different options and behaviors for a vehicle through the ECU.
I know EcuTek for a fact can do so because ByThaBay tuned my car when it /was/ running fine, before the accident that I caused.

The reason why I chose EcuTek over UpRev (Yes I've had both) is because you can do so much more with EcuTek rather than UpRev with our cars...

Can UpRev make your car follow detailed directions such as turning off a part of the car at a certain time that YOU set it to through EcuTek software , wait some time, and then turn it back on? That's pretty detailed to me, and I have not heard of UpRev doing so.

Maybe you can show me that it can do these types of custom map options?
I would like to learn, that way I can help others in the future who may or may not know this stuff (:

Thanks in advance sir, appreciate it!

cupcakez

shadow85 · 08-15-2018, 07:42 PM

Seb remote tuned my 7sp auto with Ecutek and itshifts like a beast!

Also, Eugene has just tuned the first Launch controlled auto for Ecutek, so he has some great skill at tuning Auto aswell.

Tractionless · 08-22-2018, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by shadow85

Seb remote tuned my 7sp auto with Ecutek and itshifts like a beast!

Also, Eugene has just tuned the first Launch controlled auto for Ecutek, so he has some great skill at tuning Auto aswell.

Is your beastly shifting happening in full auto mode, with paddles only, with shifter only or all?

03-08-2018, 12:34 PM	#1 (permalink)
Tractionless A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Atlantic SE Posts: 1,237 Drives: '10 K23 ST 7AT Rep Power: 30525	Which Tuner for 7AT Shift Reponsiveness Stay on topic please, not interested in jabs about the 7AT I was reading a thread last week noting a tuner can delete the OE 1 sec. paddle delay using an aftermarket tuner. I'm curious to know; which unit? In speaking with the UPrev reps on this forum last year they said no one has cracked the 7AT code and there's no improvement to be had. Have there been changes since then or is this a feature that has always been available? Thanks for any help you can lend. Omnibeelzemo likes this. __________________ Toys Not Tots Last edited by Tractionless; 03-08-2018 at 12:42 PM.

03-09-2018, 12:32 AM	#2 (permalink)
Quicksilvers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2017 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2,039 Drives: 2017 370z Rep Power: 25462	I would call ECUTek first and ask them. Tractionless likes this.

03-09-2018, 01:34 AM	#3 (permalink)
jchammond A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Carolina Age: 57 Posts: 15,204 Drives: 13’ 370Z TS 7A/T Rep Power: 2684394	I’m not sure of tuner or software; but I know I performed a drain & fill on mine every 10k miles (that’s after my 1st 50k flush) & it seemed to quicken up each time-like a tuneup. Also try calling up Pat@Levelten Transmission’s (973)828-1000 as he should know. No jabs from me, loved it & ran a best 1/4mile 12.98@106.62 Tractionless likes this. __________________ MazWorx built long block \| FI-TT-100 Stage 2.75 \| IPT built 7A/T http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...s-musings.html

05-12-2018, 08:25 AM	#5 (permalink)
shadow85 Track Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: South Australia, Austra Posts: 917 Drives: 15' 370Z A/T AMM TT Rep Power: 24	Ecutek is way better for 7AT I have been told. They offer more control and adjustment to the trans unlike UpRev Nik@SOHO and Tractionless like this.

05-12-2018, 08:31 AM	#6 (permalink)
cupcakez Track Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: California Posts: 635 Drives: 2009-7AT-Base-Coup Rep Power: 4835	EcuTek hands down. They offer custom maps to your liking where as UpRev does not! Contact ByTheBay forum user! Tractionless likes this.

06-29-2018, 09:17 PM	#7 (permalink)
msonbol37x Base Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Minnesota Posts: 11 Drives: 09 SC g37x Rep Power: 8	Main reason I stayed on uprev is because of the transmission. I spoke to Pat at level 10 which builds these transmissions. He doesn't like Ecutek because they "neglect" the transmission were his words.

06-30-2018, 12:34 PM	#8 (permalink)
Zat_Zuma A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Edmonton, Alberta ...eh Posts: 1,171 Drives: 2017 Touring auto Rep Power: 18	Just got a EcuTec tune with Seb and he gave adjustments to the 7AT. It is smoother to redline and shifts with some authority. It's a cruiser, so the shifts are mild. (asked for a slight improvement) But the difference is noticeable. Highly recommended __________________ [B]2009 & 2017 370Z Touring Sport Autos SOLD

08-11-2018, 09:04 PM	#12 (permalink)
SG4247 Track Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: OKC Posts: 723 Drives: 2010 touring Rep Power: 4486	Ive worked with an EcuTek tuner to improve the 7AT shift behavior. In the end, I think the only good path is to rework the valvebody.

08-15-2018, 07:42 PM	#14 (permalink)
shadow85 Track Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: South Australia, Austra Posts: 917 Drives: 15' 370Z A/T AMM TT Rep Power: 24	Seb remote tuned my 7sp auto with Ecutek and itshifts like a beast! Also, Eugene has just tuned the first Launch controlled auto for Ecutek, so he has some great skill at tuning Auto aswell. Memphis370Z and Tractionless like this.

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