AP Stage 2 Club - Page 40

FlybySTi · 10-18-2007, 04:55 PM

im in baby got 321whp 349wtq stg2 LC

donq · 10-18-2007, 05:03 PM

Stage 2 for 1 month now. Thinking a protune might be even better...

Rollin07STI · 10-18-2007, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by donq

Stage 2 for 1 month now. Thinking a protune might be even better...

Protune might save your cars life! The stock ECU might poop out on you with those mods, be carful!

scotty20bsp · 10-21-2007, 06:45 PM

I was just Protuned yesterday at PDX Got 332awtq & 301 awhp on the Mustang Dyno. Great tune with max tq at 3300. Spoolup is increadable!
Grimmspeed PnP exhaust, crosspipe,intake mani & throttlebody,TiTek up,3" custom Magnaflow,Walbro,Perrin CAI& turbo inlet,APS topmount,1 step colder Denso plugs. Stockturbo,injectors and a RandomTech catted down pipe.

enoxard · 10-24-2007, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rollin07STI

Protune might save your cars life! The stock ECU might poop out on you with those mods, be carful!

can you elaborate a little more please? ive been stg 2 with a k&n panel filter for a few months. was putting off a protune until a fuel pump, injectors, and headers are installed.

what exactly can i expect to happen without a protune and how to avoid damage?

e.

futurestiguy · 10-24-2007, 03:41 PM

protune will make your car smoother and it will give you more power. The cobb maps wont cause any damage, theyre made to run rich but there safe. I'm pretty satisfied with how my car runs and the amount of power i have so the only reason id get a protune is if i got headers and ewg.

nathan.d.kim · 10-25-2007, 01:10 AM

I disagree about the Cobb maps NOT causing any damage. I got my car tuned last week at P&L Motorsports by Jorge - awesome experience I must add. I was educated and given great feedback. P&L has a very professional staff who is obviously passionate about what they do. They will also answer any questions you have about future mods, such as alky/meth.

Before the tune, I had a Cobb-pure set-up, to include Cobb TBE with the lastest Cobb AP map for 93 octane fuel. The rest is pretty much stock. However, Jorge noticed on the base run that there were many small detonations during WOT. These small detonations most likely shortened the life of my motor in some way. No way to tell just how much damage was done, but I've been stage 2 for at least 4,000 miles. I should not have waited to get dyno-ed once going to Stage 2.

Do not wait to get your pro-tune if you are already Stage 2. One, you'll love the results. I went from 278 max hp to 293 hp and 299 ft-lb to 330 ft-lb of torque. At 4,300 rpm though, there was a 58 ft-lb increase in torque. Yes, it is night and day on the road. Two, you will prevent any damage to your car due to running a generic map. As great as Cobb is, no generic map will ever match a tuning session that is specific to your particular car.

FYI - You cannot really tune for the APS dual vent recirc valve since it is variable. If you want it, just install it. It will not improve your performance in any way. However, it will not hurt it either. It is purely for the sound. Yes, with a larger-than-stock turbo, the APS (or similar) may eventually be needed. I've asked both PDX Tuning and P&L Motorsports before installing mine. If you like the "pfffffft" sound, ricer like me, just install it. After your dyno-tune though, I wouldn't change the settings on the adjustable allen head bolt on top of the unit. I don't know if that will affect the A:F ratio or not, but it's just better not to mess with it. I set it to the sound level that I liked before the tuning... and I'll not mess with it again unless getting another tune.

Hope this is useful to someone out there.

***wdb*** · 10-25-2007, 09:40 AM

Went stage 2 last week. Second-hand Cobb catted DP mated to stock exhaust, second-hand Cobb heatshield, second-hand v1 AP. (Call me the cheaper sleeper I guess.) I grin like a little kid every time the boost hits. Still mulling over the whole protune thing, might try my hand with self-tuning instead.

Ooie · 10-25-2007, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wdb

Went stage 2 last week. Second-hand Cobb catted DP mated to stock exhaust, second-hand Cobb heatshield, second-hand v1 AP. (Call me the cheaper sleeper I guess.) I grin like a little kid every time the boost hits. Still mulling over the whole protune thing, might try my hand with self-tuning instead.

Well if you detonate. there are plenty of second-hand engine, ecu's and other parts

chair-force · 10-28-2007, 10:41 AM

Went Stage2 last night. Next will be tint, gauges, some handling bits and a protune. I live in Southeast PA, so I'm guessing Agile motorsports is my best bet for a protune.

***Szumita*** · 10-28-2007, 01:02 PM

count me in. invidia

sti* fan · 10-30-2007, 11:02 AM

titek catted and borla hush

sti* fan · 10-30-2007, 11:25 AM

any others who have some det with the stg ots magp?

Quote:

Originally Posted by nathan.d.kim

I disagree about the Cobb maps NOT causing any damage. I got my car tuned last week at P&L Motorsports by Jorge - awesome experience I must add. I was educated and given great feedback. P&L has a very professional staff who is obviously passionate about what they do. They will also answer any questions you have about future mods, such as alky/meth.

Before the tune, I had a Cobb-pure set-up, to include Cobb TBE with the lastest Cobb AP map for 93 octane fuel. The rest is pretty much stock. However, Jorge noticed on the base run that there were many small detonations during WOT. These small detonations most likely shortened the life of my motor in some way. No way to tell just how much damage was done, but I've been stage 2 for at least 4,000 miles. I should not have waited to get dyno-ed once going to Stage 2.

Do not wait to get your pro-tune if you are already Stage 2. One, you'll love the results. I went from 278 max hp to 293 hp and 299 ft-lb to 330 ft-lb of torque. At 4,300 rpm though, there was a 58 ft-lb increase in torque. Yes, it is night and day on the road. Two, you will prevent any damage to your car due to running a generic map. As great as Cobb is, no generic map will ever match a tuning session that is specific to your particular car.

FYI - You cannot really tune for the APS dual vent recirc valve since it is variable. If you want it, just install it. It will not improve your performance in any way. However, it will not hurt it either. It is purely for the sound. Yes, with a larger-than-stock turbo, the APS (or similar) may eventually be needed. I've asked both PDX Tuning and P&L Motorsports before installing mine. If you like the "pfffffft" sound, ricer like me, just install it. After your dyno-tune though, I wouldn't change the settings on the adjustable allen head bolt on top of the unit. I don't know if that will affect the A:F ratio or not, but it's just better not to mess with it. I set it to the sound level that I liked before the tuning... and I'll not mess with it again unless getting another tune.

Hope this is useful to someone out there.

Type.R · 10-30-2007, 01:15 PM

I have the parts to go stage2. (check sig)
Just not installed.
Can i join the stage2 club?

Im for sure going to go for a protune, but j/w how much do they go for?

munky69 · 10-31-2007, 09:55 AM

got my protune in. i only drove like 140 miles before it, so i can't say if it detonated. it didn't sound/feel like it. car was smooth with the ots map,but insanely smooth after the tune. i love the ap

10-18-2007, 04:55 PM	#586
FlybySTi Junior STI Driver Car: clean but slow 04STi Fav Mod: the driver! Location: arlington hts IL. Posts: 186 Join Date: Sep 2007 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: AP Stage 2 Club im in baby got 321whp 349wtq stg2 LC This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

10-18-2007, 05:03 PM	#587
donq Amateur STI Driver Car: 07 Subaru WRX STi Fav Mod: SPT CAI - custom fit Location: Costa Mesa, CA Posts: 39 Join Date: Jul 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: AP Stage 2 Club Stage 2 for 1 month now. Thinking a protune might be even better...

10-21-2007, 06:45 PM	#589
scotty20bsp Junior STI Driver Car: 04 WRX STi Fav Mod: Whiteline Everything Location: Central Oregon Posts: 87 Join Date: Sep 2006 Trader Rating: (2)	Re: AP Stage 2 Club I was just Protuned yesterday at PDX Got 332awtq & 301 awhp on the Mustang Dyno. Great tune with max tq at 3300. Spoolup is increadable! Grimmspeed PnP exhaust, crosspipe,intake mani & throttlebody,TiTek up,3" custom Magnaflow,Walbro,Perrin CAI& turbo inlet,APS topmount,1 step colder Denso plugs. Stockturbo,injectors and a RandomTech catted down pipe.

10-24-2007, 03:41 PM	#591
futurestiguy Senior STI Driver Car: 06 wrb/gold STi Fav Mod: g200 Location: So Cal Posts: 305 Join Date: Jul 2006 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: AP Stage 2 Club protune will make your car smoother and it will give you more power. The cobb maps wont cause any damage, theyre made to run rich but there safe. I'm pretty satisfied with how my car runs and the amount of power i have so the only reason id get a protune is if i got headers and ewg.

10-25-2007, 01:10 AM	#592
nathan.d.kim Amateur STI Driver Car: Black '07 STi Fav Mod: Cobb Stage 2 w/ Dyno-Jet Protune Location: Chicago Posts: 11 Join Date: Jul 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: AP Stage 2 Club I disagree about the Cobb maps NOT causing any damage. I got my car tuned last week at P&L Motorsports by Jorge - awesome experience I must add. I was educated and given great feedback. P&L has a very professional staff who is obviously passionate about what they do. They will also answer any questions you have about future mods, such as alky/meth. Before the tune, I had a Cobb-pure set-up, to include Cobb TBE with the lastest Cobb AP map for 93 octane fuel. The rest is pretty much stock. However, Jorge noticed on the base run that there were many small detonations during WOT. These small detonations most likely shortened the life of my motor in some way. No way to tell just how much damage was done, but I've been stage 2 for at least 4,000 miles. I should not have waited to get dyno-ed once going to Stage 2. Do not wait to get your pro-tune if you are already Stage 2. One, you'll love the results. I went from 278 max hp to 293 hp and 299 ft-lb to 330 ft-lb of torque. At 4,300 rpm though, there was a 58 ft-lb increase in torque. Yes, it is night and day on the road. Two, you will prevent any damage to your car due to running a generic map. As great as Cobb is, no generic map will ever match a tuning session that is specific to your particular car. FYI - You cannot really tune for the APS dual vent recirc valve since it is variable. If you want it, just install it. It will not improve your performance in any way. However, it will not hurt it either. It is purely for the sound. Yes, with a larger-than-stock turbo, the APS (or similar) may eventually be needed. I've asked both PDX Tuning and P&L Motorsports before installing mine. If you like the "pfffffft" sound, ricer like me, just install it. After your dyno-tune though, I wouldn't change the settings on the adjustable allen head bolt on top of the unit. I don't know if that will affect the A:F ratio or not, but it's just better not to mess with it. I set it to the sound level that I liked before the tuning... and I'll not mess with it again unless getting another tune. Hope this is useful to someone out there.

10-25-2007, 09:40 AM	#593
*wdb* dances with roads Car: 2005 CGM STi Posts: 5,066 Join Date: Apr 2005 Trader Rating: (8)	Re: AP Stage 2 Club Went stage 2 last week. Second-hand Cobb catted DP mated to stock exhaust, second-hand Cobb heatshield, second-hand v1 AP. (Call me the cheaper sleeper I guess.) I grin like a little kid every time the boost hits. Still mulling over the whole protune thing, might try my hand with self-tuning instead.

10-28-2007, 10:41 AM	#595
chair-force Amateur STI Driver Posts: 33 Join Date: Aug 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: AP Stage 2 Club Went Stage2 last night. Next will be tint, gauges, some handling bits and a protune. I live in Southeast PA, so I'm guessing Agile motorsports is my best bet for a protune.

10-28-2007, 01:02 PM	#596
*Szumita* i eat cones Car: 08.5 GTI MKv Fav Mod: 18x8 Location: ma & ri Posts: 6,725 Join Date: Oct 2006 Trader Rating: (21)	Re: AP Stage 2 Club count me in. invidia

10-30-2007, 11:02 AM	#597
sti* fan Junior STI Driver Car: 07 obp sti Fav Mod: endura-tech's Location: sillicon valley Posts: 94 Join Date: Sep 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: AP Stage 2 Club titek catted and borla hush

10-30-2007, 01:15 PM	#599
Type.R Junior STI Driver Car: 05 RSX TypeS Fav Mod: Me Location: IL Posts: 103 Join Date: May 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: AP Stage 2 Club I have the parts to go stage2. (check sig) Just not installed. Can i join the stage2 club? Im for sure going to go for a protune, but j/w how much do they go for?

10-31-2007, 09:55 AM	#600
munky69 S204 Racer Car: 04 STi, 06 Altima Fav Mod: jailbreak Location: SOsocal Posts: 3,013 Join Date: Aug 2003 Trader Rating: (2)	Re: AP Stage 2 Club got my protune in. i only drove like 140 miles before it, so i can't say if it detonated. it didn't sound/feel like it. car was smooth with the ots map,but insanely smooth after the tune. i love the ap This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.