[Updated] Ranger Ford Performance Power Pack Performance Tune Software (M-9603-REB) Released!

[Rp930]

For those of you who have been lucky enough to get the Ford tune can you give us your top 3 likes and any dislikes?

I am also curious about transmission shifting.

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[Ace Holliday]

For those of you who have been lucky enough to get the Ford tune can you give us your top 3 likes and any dislikes?

I am also curious about transmission shifting.

I like the increase in acceleration. I did a before/after dyno and see an increase of 42 hp and 22 lb/ft of torque to the asphalt. I was expecting a bigger increase in torque but the actual curve is far better than stock. Almost flat from a peak of 302.5 lb/ft @ around 4000 rpm.
I don't have a lot of experience with turbo/tuned engines but I think this is a fairly mild tune. Ford does not want to hurt a bunch of motors that are in the wild. Don't expect your truck to be a funny car with this tune. With that being said the difference is very, very noticeable.
As for shifting I don't notice any difference. My trans has always been spot on from day one.
The features of the ProCam handheld flashing device are a bit sparse but it does what I need it to do. Which is switching back and forth between tunes when needed.
If I had the chance for a do-over I would purchase it again.

 

[Rp930]

I like the increase in acceleration. I did a before/after dyno and see an increase of 42 hp and 22 lb/ft of torque to the asphalt. I was expecting a bigger increase in torque but the actual curve is far better than stock. Almost flat from a peak of 302.5 lb/ft @ around 4000 rpm.
I don't have a lot of experience with turbo/tuned engines but I think this is a fairly mild tune. Ford does not want to hurt a bunch of motors that are in the wild. Don't expect your truck to be a funny car with this tune. With that being said the difference is very, very noticeable.
As for shifting I don't notice any difference. My trans has always been spot on from day one.
The features of the ProCam handheld flashing device are a bit sparse but it does what I need it to do. Which is switching back and forth between tunes when needed.
If I had the chance for a do-over I would purchase it again.

Ace - Great information. Thank you.

 

[wildstar78]

Ace - Great information. Thank you.

I'm so excited to get mine installed! I placed my order through Levittown on 7/20, and in my hands by 7/30. I have run into a snag here where I live, ive called and emailed 3 ford dealerships about installing and None of them have responded. Im hoping one of them can do it, if not ill try a local dyno tuner shop. Will let you guys know!

 

[BMalm]

Hey everyone, I'm new here. I just got my ProCal tune put on my truck yesterday. Had my local dealer put it in for just a bit over $138. He said he was very surprised on how much this truck changed with the tune. I do notice a much quicker response. I don't have access to a track or a dyno so I can't post any numbers. I tried to get a 0-60 run with my cell phone, but I couldn't get a good jump, and trying to clock with my phone while driving wasn't very accurate. But I will say that the times I did get showed at the very least a 1 sec drop in time. Honestly with a track and a good driver, I suspect you could get this time in the low 6's maybe, just under? Doesn't appear to put out the times the 5-star or Hennessey tunes are doing, but decent never the less. Anyway, I'm curious if any of you have taken yours to the track and what your 0-60 times are. I will say for now, this tune is worth it.

 

[zhuskers1]

Will the Ford Performance Tune have a negative or positive effect on towing in high altitudes? I tow ATV’s in the Rockies.

 

[Sandman Ranger]

Seriously looking at adding the FP tune. I have a new 2019 with 2700 miles on it. Is there a recommended break in before installing?

You are ready. Go!

 

[Sandman Ranger]

Will the Ford Performance Tune have a negative or positive effect on towing in high altitudes? I tow ATV’s in the Rockies.

Tune will help.
Turbo's make up for altitude loss.
Tune makes up for the rest and then some. Run premium gas.

 

[fob63]

Having had various tunes in the past. I've a few questions.
1... With the adaptive built-in program of the Ford stock running 91 octane vs. the FP running on 91 octane . Does anyone have data on gains or differences?
2... This is more subjective than a question.
A: K&N Air filter. Having had problems in the past with oil residue buildup on MAS hot wire I've opted not using these (yes I've let them weep dry for three days before reinstalling them).
B: Exhaust Mods can be expensive for the slight increase in HP and looking at the stock system
there seems to be sufficient flow. I've done that in the past on complete shorty header systems for power and tone on V/8's but on 4 cylinders only so much flow and tone can be acquired.

Not trying to sound offensive here just questions..

 

[Ace Holliday]

Having had various tunes in the past. I've a few questions.
1... With the adaptive built-in program of the Ford stock running 91 octane vs. the FP running on 91 octane . Does anyone have data on gains or differences?
2... This is more subjective than a question.
A: K&N Air filter. Having had problems in the past with oil residue buildup on MAS hot wire I've opted not using these (yes I've let them weep dry for three days before reinstalling them).
B: Exhaust Mods can be expensive for the slight increase in HP and looking at the stock system
there seems to be sufficient flow. I've done that in the past on complete shorty header systems for power and tone on V/8's but on 4 cylinders only so much flow and tone can be acquired.

Not trying to sound offensive here just questions..

I am seeing 42 hp and 22 lb/ft of torque increases with the Ford Tune over stock. These are dyno numbers. Both the horsepower and torque curves are far better after the tune. The torque curve being close to flat from it's peak of 304 lb/ft @ 3800 RPM at the wheels. I was a bit disappointed with the torque gains but it is what it is. Each engine responds a bit differently to a canned tuned.
If you have issues with a K&N drop in filter you are using too much oil. I have used them for 30 years with no issues.
I am running a Flowmaster 40 Series muffler.
Bolt ons, with the possible exception of intercooler and intercooler pipe upgrades, do almost nothing to increase real power. They mostly make more noise so you think they are accomplishing something.
I bought the Ford Performance tune because it is the only tune that is legal to run on the street here in Kalifornikstan being CARB approved. Livernois Motorsports would be my first choice for customized tunes otherwise.

 

[Ronin]

Ace Holliday, are you able to take off fast with a 4x2 and the extra power of the tune? (Dry roads obviously) Does your truck have a locker? The reason I ask is my last truck was a 2016 F150 RCSB 4x2 with 2.7 eco and e-locker. Even the stock power was overwhelming for rwd. It was hard to take off fast without spinning or having the electronics limit wheelspin forcing slow acceleration. Even at 30mph the truck could light up the right rear tire. Looking at Rangers now and considering both 4x4 and 4x2 with e-locker. I don't offroad and could get by with snow tires on a 4x2. Anyone else have 4x2 with tunes? Any traction troubles? Thanks for any replies.

 

[fob63]

I am seeing 42 hp and 22 lb/ft of torque increases with the Ford Tune over stock. These are dyno numbers. Both the horsepower and torque curves are far better after the tune. The torque curve being close to flat from it's peak of 304 lb/ft @ 3800 RPM at the wheels. I was a bit disappointed with the torque gains but it is what it is. Each engine responds a bit differently to a canned tuned.
If you have issues with a K&N drop in filter you are using too much oil. I have used them for 30 years with no issues.
I am running a Flowmaster 40 Series muffler.
Bolt ons, with the possible exception of intercooler and intercooler pipe upgrades, do almost nothing to increase real power. They mostly make more noise so you think they are accomplishing something.
I bought the Ford Performance tune because it is the only tune that is legal to run on the street here in Kalifornikstan being CARB approved. Livernois Motorsports would be my first choice for customized tunes otherwise.

Thanks for the reply,
Was that comparisons between stock 91 octane usage and 91 FPT tune?
I'm interested in doing this not happy about the 5 year to 3 year warranty downgrade though.
I don't do the frequent car rebuying option as much. Keep them longer since I've retired.

The oil residue of the K&N was over 1 1/2 years. I too had used them for a long time. I was very methodical in recharging them. This came about when I increased CFM flow from various Mods.
It was almost none existent on the filter when i reinstalled. I tried several techniques.

 

[Ace Holliday]

Ace Holliday, are you able to take off fast with a 4x2 and the extra power of the tune? (Dry roads obviously) Does your truck have a locker? The reason I ask is my last truck was a 2016 F150 RCSB 4x2 with 2.7 eco and e-locker. Even the stock power was overwhelming for rwd. It was hard to take off fast without spinning or having the electronics limit wheelspin forcing slow acceleration. Even at 30mph the truck could light up the right rear tire. Looking at Rangers now and considering both 4x4 and 4x2 with e-locker. I don't offroad and could get by with snow tires on a 4x2. Anyone else have 4x2 with tunes? Any traction troubles? Thanks for any replies.

I have done very few starts from a dead stop. But traction could be an issue. I do not have a locker but wish I did at times. The one time, so far, I raced another vehicle it was a rolling start. I don't cruise around looking for races but this gentleman in his new BMW X5 SUV thought he would beat up on the little truck. He was two lengths behind me after a hundred yards. We had to slow down at around 85 mph. He looked a little bummed out.

 

[Ace Holliday]

Thanks for the reply,
Was that comparisons between stock 91 octane usage and 91 FPT tune?
I'm interested in doing this not happy about the 5 year to 3 year warranty downgrade though.
I don't do the frequent car rebuying option as much. Keep them longer since I've retired.

The oil residue of the K&N was over 1 1/2 years. I too had used them for a long time. I was very methodical in recharging them. This came about when I increased CFM flow from various Mods.
It was almost none existent on the filter when i reinstalled. I tried several techniques.

Yes. I always run 91 octane. My baseline and tuned dyno runs are apples to apples.
I know the K & N's can be an issue. This is the first forced induction vehicle I have modified so maybe I should keep an eye on that.
Still thinking about bootlegging a tune package from Livernois Motorsports though. My horsepower numbers are right there with all of the tunes from the big boys but I would like that 380+ torque number a lot. Currently at 305 lb/feet at the wheels.

 

[fob63]

Yes. I always run 91 octane. My baseline and tuned dyno runs are apples to apples.
I know the K & N's can be an issue. This is the first forced induction vehicle I have modified so maybe I should keep an eye on that.
Still thinking about bootlegging a tune package from Livernois Motorsports though. My horsepower numbers are right there with all of the tunes from the big boys but I would like that 380+ torque number a lot. Currently at 305 lb/feet at the wheels.

Thanks, That's what I needed to know on the Apples to Apples comparisons.

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