First, all of my tuning experience is with a 96 obdii lt1 car using lt1 edit. That leaves more room for strictly tuning information. The g1 adapter bypasses your factory tuning, and lets you insert your own custom programmed chip without tearing up your stock memcal. Obdii vehicles are not currently supported by every editor.
This site contains tuning definition files for the pcms used in the 2001 model year pcms used in gm cars and trucks using the ls1 and l31 vortec engines. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. This is a discussion on which is the best and most complete efi tuning software for gm. It contains modules that allow you to control engine parameters in realtime as well as perform advanced datalogging tasks and uploaddownload the.
Tunercat is your first step, the program i recommend to read your current pcm image, change its contents, and then reupload it to your pcm. Its intended both for beginners and advanced users, and focuses mainly on tuning. His software is affordable, not restricted to a single ecm, and has a builtin flash utility. Oct 06, 2017 then we go through all the windows of the vcm editor software, showing you all the options and parameters you can change in your vehicles ecm. However, 1994,1995 camaro, corvette, transam, impala lt1 vehicles can be edited. Gm tuning using hp tuners level 2 advanced printed course. Virtual torque, direct injection timing, torque management and much more.
Hp tuners 101 beginners guide gm ecm tuning overview. Hp tuners is one of the most powerful tuning platforms available for gm vehicles. Microchip tuning represents adjusting or updating an erasable programmable read only ram microchip in an automobiles or different vehicles electric control unit ecu to reach outstanding efficiency, regardless of whether it be more. If you can access the pcm to load tunes, you can use the same cable to use the software. Learn about such topics as you can tune with confidence knowing that we have developed a safe, effective and repeatable process for you.
Hp tuners, the home of vcm suite and the mpvi since 2003. Xdf files for tunerpro supporting the 2001 ls1vortec pcms. This update has also allowed us to put together some complete tuning packages obd1tune kits for the gm eprom based obdi vehicles providing a complete tuning solution for your vehicle much like the lt1 tunekits for the 9495 lt1 cars. Learn the basics of tuning your own tbitpi lt1 ls1 pcm, including timing, fuel curves and more. Based on hp tuners vcm suite, this most recent gm gen v course was developed for anyone who wants to learn from scratch. Equipped in the all new chevrolet corvette, the lt1 improved on its predecessor, the l98 motor, by increasing the compression ratio and greater spark response. I must address some caveats before i delve into the meat of the article. If youre using tunerpro, you will also need a flash utility of some type. The solomon tune for your current gm pcm tuning needs visit. Hp tuners 101 beginners guide gm ecm tuning overview removing vats, cel duration. This article will give you a quick overview on how to set it up and what you can do with it. Tune your car or truck with the same tuning tool that the pros use.
On board diagnostics port, this type was used pre 96. Microchip tuning represents adjusting or updating an erasable programmable read only ram microchip in an automobiles or different vehicles electric control unit ecu to reach outstanding efficiency, regardless of whether it be more force, better emission, or perhaps. T for tuning 200620 gm vehicles with your pc tune up to 4 vehicles. Tuning software and equipment includes instructional photos, checklists, and stepbystep instructions on upgrading to the gm gen iii lsseries. The obd1 tuner program is a general purpose ecm calibration editor that allows you to make a wide variety of calibration changes to your vehicles obd1 ecmpcm from an easytouse windows arrangement. We are now offering complete tuning kits for the 199495 obdi lt1 cars. This required a change to the camshaft, which will be a groove in the 2nd bearing journal to supply oil to the vvt control valve located inside the cam bolt on these engines. Mar 18, 2017 ls1edit and lt1 edit are the number one tuning tools for gm v8 engines.
Tunercat obd2 tuner must be purchased with our roadrunner hardware either with a complete roadrunner ecm or just a roadrunner guts kit due to licensing restrictions. Custom gm pcm programming lt1, ls1, tpi, tbi, vortec, v6 tuning. This tutorial covers the basic programs ill be using, what they do, and how to navigate. Tuning software and equipment includes instructional photos, checklists, and stepbystep instructions on upgrading to the gm gen iii lsseries pcm, ecm, electronics, and powertrain control systems. How to diy prom chip tuning for obd1 chevy gm throttle body.
The maintainer of tunercat is a very capable bin hacker, and has discovered many of the parameters now known to the lt1 tuning community. Computer automotive tuning systems page 11 this will display the open file dialog box. A bit dated, but opensourced and fun for you old qbasic dos nerds. Start by recording some logs with your favorite tuning software, such as tunerpro, eehack, aldldroid, whatever. Tunercat obd2 tuner is a software package that allows tuning of 96current gm vehicles. How to diy prom chip tuning for obd1 chevy gm throttle. Connect and cruise crate powertrain systems performance. It is a great program, also known as computer automotive tuning systems c. By don lasota gm efi tuning guide for hp tuners software. In turn, this upped the performance output to advertise 300 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 340. Start with the basics, like removing the skipshift for you sixspeed owners, or accommodating for the larger wheels or different rear gear ratios youve installed. Ensure your car can enter closed loop, and that the o2 sensors are switching. Tuning software fbodytech 9495 gm lt1 tuninghacking. The cmr tuning software does not require credits or licenses.
Welcome to pcmforless, bringing you more than 25 years combined experience in the automotive racing and fuel injection tuning industry. Ls1edit and lt1edit are the number one tuning tools for gm v8 engines. This program will only edit the binary image that is on your vehicles eprom. This website is dedicated to helping you learn how to tune your own lt1 car computer pcm, using the popular and inexpensive tunercat software as the model. We are dedicated to tuning your vehicles engine computer to attain maximum performance and the best drivability possible while keeping the powertrain reliable. Gm gen v tuning using hp tuners software level 3 printed.
Jet performance dst tuning software for latemodel gm. This is the first part of a series ill be making on basic tuning of 9495 obd1 lt1 computers. The solomon tune lt1ls1tpitbivortec pcmecmecu tuning. Getting megasquirt to work with the optispark updated 3272020 introduction ms3pro wiring internal mods for v3. This website is dedicated to helping you learn how to tune your own lt1 car computer pcm, using the popular and inexpensive tunercat software as the. Then we go through all the windows of the vcm editor software, showing you all the options and parameters you can change in your vehicles ecm. Follow specific processes using our laminates to tune bolton, headscam and. Dec 15, 2014 gm efi tuning for beginners posted on december 15, 2014 by scott parker in columns, the science of speed with scott parker 1 comment if youve been around the gm efi scene, whether it is perusing the messageboards, races, car shows, etc. Lt1 411 ls1 pcm swap part 8 tuning gm pcm with hp tuners. The basics of navigatingconfiguring hp tuners software are skipped. Hey, srry to bring this from the dead, but i have the same question. I am not familiar with other software or other engine management systems. Supporting most gm vehicles from 1994 and up, we are here to offer you mail order tuning, dyno tuning, and also performance parts that are made inhouse as well as supplied from other manufacture. Gm gen v tuning using hp tuners software level 3 printed course the tuning school.
Jet performance products has released a powerful new tuning software package for gm vehicles that allows the user to modify virtually every aspect of the vehicles programming. This includes programming for any stock engine application listed above. For your consumption, here, now, we present part 1 of an article on tuning your gm efi vehicle. If you want this service at time of afm delete, select it below by clicking in the white box, and choose the option with vin program, and select which shipping option you want. Inaccurate for tuning and has a narrow readable band. The 1993 camaro corvette lt1 pcm 16159278 is an oddball. Im a local tuner, and i take a look to buy a complete tuning software for efi gm which is. Vvt, variable valve timing some vehicles starting in 2007 had vvt, the 6.
This update has also allowed us to put together some complete tuning packages obd1tune kits for the gm eprom based obdi vehicles providing a complete tuning solution for your vehicle much like the lt1tunekits for the 9495 lt1 cars. Supporting most gm vehicles from 1994 and up, we are here to offer you mail order tuning, dyno tuning, and also performance parts that are made inhouse as well as supplied from other manufacturers. Sep 05, 2015 ls tune is a virtual strobe tuner for windows, linux, and mac. Ls tune is a virtual strobe tuner for windows, linux, and mac. We also offer the same high quality obdi usbaldl interface cable sets that are included in the lt1 tuning kits separately. Looks like the version of my old aldlio console aldl program for linux was. Im leaning towards tunercat, but lt1 edit looked good too.
The process for tuning obd1 gm products is pretty much the same for all 8693 model years. Been checking out your vids, do you program pcm for side work. Eehack is a free program designed to do interesting things with the datastream of your 19941995 gm lt1 engine. Efilive autocal tuning system black bear performance.
Designs and sells aftermarket parts and accessories for your late model ls lsx and lt1 vehicle including performance engine and drivetrain components, custom wheels for the street, track, or drag strip, and aero body kits. For some early 9697 vehicles, it is often the only solution. Learn the basics of tuning your own tbitpilt1ls1 pcm, including timing, fuel curves and more. On an lt1, filtering blm cell tuning your gm efi vehicle.
Advantage iii custom tuning software for gm vehicles custom tuning todays high tech vehicles require a high tech set of tools. Technology changes over time so i was wondering if tunercat or lt1 edit have changed. His software is affordable, not restricted to a single ecm. Tunercat is a package designed to edit bins for a wide variety of platforms, including the lt1. These cables sets are compatible with the obdi tuner and winflash programs and are also compatible with most scan tool and data logging programs for the obdi gm vehicle with the 8192 baud data stream. Recording live engine data for playback, or software to do so lt1 file. For those of you using the 94 and later lt1 engines with the flashable pcms, you will only require software from tunercat or lt1edit as well as an interface cable.
Summary includes the latest knowledge for tuning virtual torque, direct injection timing, torque management and much more. Eec editor software from paul booth software for ford vehicles only. Many grand prix from these years use the g4 adapter. It can be used to tune a guitar, or any other musical instrument. If you own an obd1 lt1, you should have a data logger. How to megasquirt your chevy lt1, lt4 or l99 with opti. It features accurate tuning and fast reliable note detection. This programming is for any 1994 or 1995 lt1 engine, applicable service numbers will be located on the pcm and end in either 051 or 333 available. Get this totally free software program for tuning the car chips and extract the beast from your car motor. Follow specific processes using our laminates to tune bolton, headscam and forced induction gen v cars, trucks and suvs. The program supports a wide range of obdi gm vehicles. That means whether you directly sell them a tuning device or not, tunes can be created at will and generate some serious. Many of these ecms support being reflashed over the aldl interface e. I dont have personal experience with lt1edit, but acording to their website, it requires the aldu1 cable from.
Now enhancing these to new heights with a new feature rich vcm editor and vcm scanner, coupled together with the latest generation mpvi2, this is only tuning and diagnostic solution youll. In this video i will show the equipment needed for do it yourself prom chip tuning. There are three basic items necessary to tuning your own lt1 or other gm pcm. It is a pure tuning guide, using hp tuners tuning hardware and software. Chevrolet introduced the lt1 smallblock v8 to consumers in 1992. Level 1 gm course is a prerequisite this course will teach you advanced tuning knowledge in a topical format for gen iii gen iv gm vehicles. Please note, an ecm which is programmed with new gm software, may require a relearn procedure once you get it back in and running. Ecm852 serial dosbased aldl software this is the dosbased software for gm tpi and 93 lt1 which i wrote. My new lt1 flash tool definitely seems ready for everyday use, but does need more. This kits includes the tuner program, ecm definition file, burn2 programmer, flash memory, and required. Gm efi tuning for beginners posted on december 15, 2014 by scott parker in columns, the science of speed with scott parker 1 comment if youve been around the gm efi scene, whether it is perusing the messageboards, races, car shows, etc. However, a trinity, intune, predator or chip is required for every vehicle you tune. These kits include everything youll need to tune these cars.