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Mzodarg · 11-10-2009, 03:21 AM

Just installed Solo Cat back exhuast on my L99 and will soon be installing a Cold Air Inductions CIA. After reading numerous threads on AFM, shift points etc... I would like to hear from those with experience on the above tuner or other tuners that are better or comparable.

Only other Mod I may do is a CAM down the road, not in the near future.

Is it worth the coin? Is there something better out there?

TIA,

Mike

JANNETTYRACING · 11-10-2009, 07:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Mzodarg

Just installed Solo Cat back exhuast on my L99 and will soon be installing a Cold Air Inductions CIA. After reading numerous threads on AFM, shift points etc... I would like to hear from those with experience on the above tuner or other tuners that are better or comparable.

Only other Mod I may do is a CAM down the road, not in the near future.

Is it worth the coin? Is there something better out there?

TIA,

Mike

Dollar for Dollar it is probably one of the best values out there.
The Predator gives you the owner the ability to manipulates many parameters like fuel, timing, shift points, shift firmness, rev limiter, Speed limter, Fans, etc.

Also Gives a Shop like mine the ability to send you a tune file that you can load in your computer.

You can read and clear codes on your own with it.

You can data log parameters necessary for tuning then email the log files to me and I can make accurate changes instead of guessing.

Don't overlook the Trinity either, it is a complete guage package all rolled in to one.

Ted.

toehead93 · 11-10-2009, 07:44 AM

Yeah, a lot of people try to sway you against handhelds to get a custom dyno tune. But you can't reflash your car back to stock or modify your tune with each upgrade any easier.

Crowley · 11-10-2009, 07:50 AM

Had a preditor for my 04 cobra .. loved it ... loved it as well because it made it so easy to pull my own codes if needed (used it to pull codes in my other FORD as well).

Crowley

Curt@BMCPerformance · 11-10-2009, 08:08 AM

This is easily one of the best bang for the buck mods. Not only does it give you an increase in performance with the tune, but will wind up being a very valuable tool in the future if you ever throw a check engine light and need to read a code. It will also come in hand if you add any other modifications such as headers where you would need to upgrade your tune as well to account for them. We carry the full line of diablosport and have great results from everyone on them including our own shop cars. If your interested let me know and i'd be more then happy to help you!

2010 SSRS · 11-10-2009, 08:18 AM

I have also been trying to decide if I should buy a Diablo, but I have no experience with this, I was looking at the Diablo trinity, I'm still undecided what to do, I will be adding headers, exhaust and a CAI next spring.

SS-screamer · 11-10-2009, 08:26 AM

The Predator comes with tunes in it right? If I add headers and CAI are there tunes built in for that or do I need to get a custom tune made?

Mzodarg · 11-10-2009, 08:30 AM

Ted-I am guessin that trinity is like the Big Daddy Rabitt? Is it necessary? or can I get buy on the Predator? Do You sell the either of them?

Curt@BMCPerformance- I will keep you in mind, when I decide.

Thanks- Mike

tacotylert · 11-10-2009, 08:38 AM

how do you adjust the shift points and firmness on the predator?

Curt@BMCPerformance · 11-10-2009, 08:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS-screamer

The Predator comes with tunes in it right? If I add headers and CAI are there tunes built in for that or do I need to get a custom tune made?

Yes ,the Predator comes with the tunes installed right on the unit. So basically you just plug in the unit and upload the tune and you are good to go! no custom dyno tune needed.

Curt@BMCPerformance · 11-10-2009, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by tacotylert

how do you adjust the shift points and firmness on the predator?

It should be right in the adjustable parameters menu. Although it's already setup from diablo to have the fastest shift points already so you shouldn't need to adjust that.

2010 SSRS · 11-10-2009, 09:16 AM

How do you turn off the AFM with the diablo or does it automatically turn the AFM off when it is plugged in?

SS-screamer · 11-10-2009, 09:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Curt@BMCPerformance

Yes ,the Predator comes with the tunes installed right on the unit. So basically you just plug in the unit and upload the tune and you are good to go! no custom dyno tune needed.

BackinBlackSS/RS · 11-10-2009, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by SS-screamer

If I add headers and CAI are there tunes built in for that or do I need to get a custom tune made?

You would want to get it customed tuned in this case. Like Ted said above, he can send you a custom tune via email that you can then load onto your predator.

11-10-2009, 03:21 AM	#1
Mzodarg Remembering those in Blue Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Blk w/IOM Int Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 479	Diablo predator U7194 Just installed Solo Cat back exhuast on my L99 and will soon be installing a Cold Air Inductions CIA. After reading numerous threads on AFM, shift points etc... I would like to hear from those with experience on the above tuner or other tuners that are better or comparable. Only other Mod I may do is a CAM down the road, not in the near future. Is it worth the coin? Is there something better out there? TIA, Mike

11-10-2009, 07:44 AM	#3
toehead93 Drives: 2014 2SS/1LE Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: wpb fl Posts: 3,136 View My Garage	Yeah, a lot of people try to sway you against handhelds to get a custom dyno tune. But you can't reflash your car back to stock or modify your tune with each upgrade any easier. __________________ Used Racing Brake 2 Peice Rotors for sale: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=344754 Summit White 2014 2SS 1LE Recaros, NPP exhaust, Nav 2010 2SS A6 - sold.

11-10-2009, 07:50 AM	#4
Crowley Okie doke Drives: 2012 GT500 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: McKinney Texas Posts: 3,568 View My Garage	Had a preditor for my 04 cobra .. loved it ... loved it as well because it made it so easy to pull my own codes if needed (used it to pull codes in my other FORD as well). Crowley __________________

11-10-2009, 08:38 AM	#9
tacotylert Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Red Jewel Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Bedford, IN Posts: 17	shift points how do you adjust the shift points and firmness on the predator?

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Curt@BMCPerformance Drives: 2005 Ford Mustang GT Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 121	This is easily one of the best bang for the buck mods. Not only does it give you an increase in performance with the tune, but will wind up being a very valuable tool in the future if you ever throw a check engine light and need to read a code. It will also come in hand if you add any other modifications such as headers where you would need to upgrade your tune as well to account for them. We carry the full line of diablosport and have great results from everyone on them including our own shop cars. If your interested let me know and i'd be more then happy to help you!

11-10-2009, 08:18 AM	#6
2010 SSRS Drives: 3 V8 Camaros Join Date: May 2009 Location: The Ocean State Posts: 111,187 View My Garage	I have also been trying to decide if I should buy a Diablo, but I have no experience with this, I was looking at the Diablo trinity, I'm still undecided what to do, I will be adding headers, exhaust and a CAI next spring.

11-10-2009, 08:26 AM	#7
SS-screamer Drives: SIM RS/SS L99 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Sunshine State Posts: 207	The Predator comes with tunes in it right? If I add headers and CAI are there tunes built in for that or do I need to get a custom tune made?

11-10-2009, 08:30 AM	#8
Mzodarg Remembering those in Blue Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Blk w/IOM Int Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 479	Ted-I am guessin that trinity is like the Big Daddy Rabitt? Is it necessary? or can I get buy on the Predator? Do You sell the either of them? Curt@BMCPerformance- I will keep you in mind, when I decide. Thanks- Mike

11-10-2009, 09:16 AM	#12
2010 SSRS Drives: 3 V8 Camaros Join Date: May 2009 Location: The Ocean State Posts: 111,187 View My Garage	How do you turn off the AFM with the diablo or does it automatically turn the AFM off when it is plugged in?