06-28-2013, 01:39 PM | #1 |
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Question regarding tune
Hi all, I just bought a set of S type cat back exhausts from someone on this forum. Looking to tune out the AFM on my car after installing the exhausts. My goal is to make the sound a bit lower/better than stock while making keeping the ride decent for DD.
Here are my questions: Should I also get an aftermarket CAI since I'm getting a tune anyway? Should I worry about changing the stock CAT also? Tho I don't want gas smell/ too loud since this is my DD Any place I can get everything done near south NJ/ philly area? Thanks a lot, suggestions r welcome
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06-28-2013, 01:45 PM | #2 | |
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To your other questions: 1- A CAI does not require a tune, so it's up to you. But a CAI is a great addition. 2- If you get a set of solo HF cats, you'll add some nice power and sound and still won't need a tune and there really won't be much difference in smell. Loudness is really a matter of opinion but it will get louder. 3- No idea Last edited by nyrfan; 06-28-2013 at 01:59 PM. |
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06-28-2013, 01:45 PM | #3 |
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Yes might as well get the tune with a CAI, if you think it's too loud which they shouldn't then make sure the shop keeps it intact and they don't cut it up.
Go with a Vararam, CAI, Rotofab, haltech or ADM.
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06-28-2013, 01:58 PM | #4 |
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Removing the cats will make it louder even if you put on HFC's, so I would leave them. Add the CAI and get a GOOD tune...*cough FSP cough*
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06-28-2013, 02:01 PM | #5 |
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I see, well my car is early model 2010, the warranty will end within a year.
But then again going CAI, hi flow cats and a tune will cost between 500 to 1000 more >__< tough decision
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06-28-2013, 02:07 PM | #6 | |
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As for CAI, HF Cats and a tune. That will be closer to the $1200-1500 Range. |
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06-28-2013, 02:11 PM | #7 |
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I see, well guess I will just go with a simple plug-in and exhaust install then
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06-28-2013, 02:26 PM | #8 |
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Me personally I would not plug in anything to "trick" my PCM. Do it right and get a simple tune from like FSP and their diablo handheld to disable AFM. Plus if you add other boltons they can hook you up then too! With a tune alone you'll like the new peramiters!
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06-28-2013, 02:30 PM | #9 |
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Is the car auto?
Do you want it to just sound a little tougher or do you want it to be noticeably faster?
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06-28-2013, 02:32 PM | #10 | |
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06-28-2013, 02:32 PM | #11 | |
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And you would not exceed 1k for the CAI/Tuner I garuntee that. |
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06-28-2013, 02:37 PM | #12 |
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Oh that sounds like a good middle ground then.
guess i will wait for the pipes to arrive, order a tuner and cai whats a good cai to go with borla?
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06-28-2013, 02:38 PM | #13 |
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Doh did read that and promptly forgot it...
Fran is in DE, maybe not too far and having a dyno day special tomorrow: http://www.raceprovenmotorsports.net/ I would do the exhaust, and the cold air, and then have it tuned. I would do hi flow cats or long tubes + cats. I personally went from 315rwhp / 13.15@106 to 368rwhp / 12.7 on stock tires and 12.3 on drag radials with cold air, underdrive pulley, long tubes, cats and stock exhaust. I have Cold Air Inductions, it's a very nice product.
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06-28-2013, 02:39 PM | #14 |
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CAI!
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