Tehnation Posted June 29, 2011 Author Share Posted June 29, 2011 Hell no, I'm getting the stage 2 rom from Infamous, its only 150 bucks... thats a no brainer lol. 150 bucks and I can use it as much as I want. Then I can open it up compare it to a generic base one and start the learning from there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 yup. It's quite the long process to connect theory to actual data, there are SO many maps and variables. What you can do if you're bored at work is download romraider at work and download a base map, open it up with romraider ecu editor and take a looksee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users seabass07 Posted June 29, 2011 Mega Users Share Posted June 29, 2011 Hell no, I'm getting the stage 2 rom from Infamous, its only 150 bucks... thats a no brainer lol. 150 bucks and I can use it as much as I want. Then I can open it up compare it to a generic base one and start the learning from there. Maybe I missed the part where you said what year your car is? The vag-com only works for the 05-06 models that are not can-bus. I just want to make sure you're getting the right cable. If you have an 07+, you will need the overpriced tactrix cable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rock2534 Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Hell no, I'm getting the stage 2 rom from Infamous, its only 150 bucks... thats a no brainer lol. 150 bucks and I can use it as much as I want. Then I can open it up compare it to a generic base one and start the learning from there. That is a good plan, I got the tactrix since I had an 07 and Infamous tune. Little over $300 which is a lot cheaper than AP + custom tune. You have the benefit of being able to get away with the cheap ass cable which will save another $100+. An added benefit for you is is you don't just get 1 tune for $150, you get a base plus 6 revisions, so you can see what was changed from each tune to the next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tehnation Posted June 29, 2011 Author Share Posted June 29, 2011 Yea , I have an 05. I love cheap! See if I didnt have to buy a catted downpipe, exhaust manifold, intake, fmic, cbe just to start , I wouldnt mind paying for the accessport, but with big projects you gotta cut costs where you can. And this is definantely one of those areas. If i blow the motor at least I can stroke it and get some serious big boy mods going. I already see this project getting out of hand. This is a fun car to mod it looks like, soooo many bolt ons. Much easier than my old supra. But those are the first mods i'm going to do, along with the tune. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Yea , I have an 05. I love cheap! See if I didnt have to buy a catted downpipe, exhaust manifold, intake, fmic, cbe just to start , I wouldnt mind paying for the accessport, but with big projects you gotta cut costs where you can. And this is definantely one of those areas. If i blow the motor at least I can stroke it and get some serious big boy mods going. I already see this project getting out of hand. This is a fun car to mod it looks like, soooo many bolt ons. Much easier than my old supra. But those are the first mods i'm going to do, along with the tune. But you only need a downpipe to install a stage 2 map. http://waterengnet.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/scratch-head02-idea-animated-animation-smiley-emoticon-000415-large.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users seabass07 Posted June 29, 2011 Mega Users Share Posted June 29, 2011 And a catless up pipe for the 05. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tehnation Posted June 29, 2011 Author Share Posted June 29, 2011 Why be a minimalist! Those are mods that I need! BOLT ON POWER FTW! I just feel the ecu tune would be better with full aftermarket intake and exhaust. I may not get a cbe. Gotta let my baby breath! hmmm i gotta look into a bigger turbo as well. but headers, up/down pipes, intake, bigger turbo, turbo timer, boost controller, sway bars, maybe some polyurethane bushings, maybe a cbe, fmic, cross drilled/sloted rotors, steel brake lines, stage 2 tune and I'm done. Thats my gameplan thus far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tehnation Posted June 29, 2011 Author Share Posted June 29, 2011 Well apparently I dont need a turbo timer, i like these subarus!! Anyone know any posts on turbos? Whats stock boost pressure? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tehnation Posted June 29, 2011 Author Share Posted June 29, 2011 OMG carputers, now thats whats up ! http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/car-pc-52252.html I think i'm goinng to patch the cable into a car puter and put it in dash so i can monitor stuff. What this guy did is just amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 stock psi is anywhere from 13-14. pretty sure 05's target boost in the map is 13.6 or 13.4. there's about a bajillion posts about turbo, in the turbo powertrain forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tehnation Posted June 29, 2011 Author Share Posted June 29, 2011 Have you seen this carputer in the cubby? This is like the most amazing thing Ive seen. You install a carputer and you can have engine managment on a touchscreen in center console. I'm soooo sold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 yes, infact I worked on an 05 lgt with one the other day. cubby touch screen with windows xp installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tehnation Posted June 29, 2011 Author Share Posted June 29, 2011 I'm trying to learn how to get the monitor in cubby. With Centrafuse sofware it makes windows more like a real car navi screen. with icons and what not to give it that car software feel. you can connect GPS, radar detection, engine management, your Audio/video and whatever. SO MUCH TO DOOOOOOO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goneskiian Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 :lol: This thread is like watching a 10 year old on Christmas morning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Sounds like someones savings account is about to get burned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goneskiian Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 It's called economic stimulation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tehnation Posted June 30, 2011 Author Share Posted June 30, 2011 Its not that expensive of a project, the monitor is the most expensive, like 400 bucks, and you can use older computer parts, which I have tons of laying around. a project like that would run me about 600 bucks. I think its worthwhile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goneskiian Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 My comment was regarding all the other mods you're planning. Good luck and keep us posted on your results! Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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