If you just use the canned tunes that are pre loaded there is no need for a laptop. If you want to pull your stock file to email for a custom tune, you'll need a device running windows. I also believe this tuner can update over wifi but I'm not 100% certain. I'm running the 93 octane canned tune...
Nothing new at the moment... so here's a couple photos just because 🥶... Tuner really woke the truck up, and finally settled on a splash screen that I like. Cashing in some Ford Pass points soon 😁
SCT BDX tuner is in. Currently just running the canned 87 octane tune until I get a fresh tank of 93 in her. Kudos to @machinist85 on the awesome communication and SUPER fast shipping!
Sound has deepened a bit and I cam definitely hear the turbo spool more. The butt dyno says there's a noticeable power increase and definitely more responsive throttle. I love the little burble I get sometimes too.
I had them and the steering wheel vinyl on my truck before I switched over to the black OEM badges. Also have them on my wife's explorer. The link to my build thread is in my signature if you want to see what they look like.
It's not bad at all when cruising, definitely can hear it when you get on the throttle. Haven't driven on the highway yet, but minimal drone around town. Definitely can hear it in the cab but it's not obnoxious.