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What would a person expect for actual gains? With the stock numbers based off of 87 octane and the tune numbers based on 93 octane I've run 91 octane in my lariat since day 1. Will I really notice a large difference?
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Asking if a tune will make a difference? Hell yes! No matter what gas one ran before or after. But with time high-octane runs better and is healthier for tuned engine.
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Something to pay attention to is withe 5 Star Tuning. The have dyno graphs with the factory tune on 87 and 93. Both are right about the same at the wheels even tho with 93 it has small gains. With that being said yes we will notice a gain with the Ford Performance Tune. I will also say that the Ford Performance Tune and other tunes like 5 Star are most likely safer than the JB4 that everyone is going crazy about because JB4 is a piggyback(liar to the pcm) and only helps to gain boost. If you are planning on towing and hauling loads I would personally recommend the Ford Performance Tune at the most.
@tivct can hopefully confirm with his input on this.
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At the wheels, probably more. Got to remember that Ford originally has the Ranger rated at the crank for power. Ford Performance is probably the same or similar. Yes there is drivetrain loss, there always will be but from what they are claiming for over all improvements I believe it will be well worth it. It all comes down to what you want to do.
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Given that it appears you will see a gain, even if like me you have been running 93 Octane since day 1, has anyone here actually had it installed to date? If so, try to take off the honeymoon goggles and share observations on how it is shifting, in both modes and low & high end push? At the end of the day, if I keep running 93 Octane and install an AEM dry flow filter bypassing a tune I mitigate any potential extra engine wear (though I bet it is VERY small wear unless you beat on your truck), is it worth it? Not to mention I keep wondering about the tire size spec with this tune, (not a tune guy so is this a usual thing?), for those of us on stock 18's.
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I've flashed my truck at this point with the FP cal, but I have a full tank of 87, and I'm taking a company car out of town for some testing, so I can't provide much feedback yet.
BUT, I've seen the raw calibration changes, and there are absolutely gains if you're already running 93.
I've also made a few of my own changes on top, but I can back them out for sake of comparison when I'm back in town.
And before you ask, I won't share anything. The cal is Ford Performance IP, and your money should go to them.
BUT, I've seen the raw calibration changes, and there are absolutely gains if you're already running 93.
I've also made a few of my own changes on top, but I can back them out for sake of comparison when I'm back in town.
And before you ask, I won't share anything. The cal is Ford Performance IP, and your money should go to them.
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What's the eta look like for public availability? Thanks!
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Also, keep in mind that Ford has usually underrated their HP/TQ figures after the debacle with the 1999 SVT Cobra.
I don't think they EVER want to deal with something like that again.
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I'm not really connected to that side of things, so I'm not sure. Considering FedEx has lost 50% of my packages since Covid hit, who knows
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Did you also use the K&N filter? Any thoughts on the FP specs as related to tire size and the tune? Meaning if you have stock 18's would you see some sort of adverse effects somewhere?
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To help you out it says you can go to a 265/70-17. That is also equivalent to a 265/65-18. Go to a tire size calculator and it will show you and explain it.
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I have the stock 265/60R-18. I've ordered the kit and will be bringing it into my local dealer when it arrives.
EDIT: Wanted to add I had a live chat session with Ford Performance to confirm I could ship the part to myself and bring it to a local dealer without voiding any warranty.
EDIT: Wanted to add I had a live chat session with Ford Performance to confirm I could ship the part to myself and bring it to a local dealer without voiding any warranty.
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I didn't purchase the official kit, so I don't have the filter.
The tire changes simply just allow the PCM to be happy about reprogramming up to a larger tire
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Appreciate the helpful comments as usual here guys. Ordered the M-9603-REB and will post my feedback here once installed.
I was planning on getting an early oil & filter change on my tab anyways, just hit 6K on the Ranger, still had a ways to go for the scheduled one.
Side note:
I remember as a kid hearing old car guys talk about low mileage Florida cars and trucks as a cream puff, give it two years and they will be saying stuff like, "This low mileage truck here....she's a COVID creampuff".
I was planning on getting an early oil & filter change on my tab anyways, just hit 6K on the Ranger, still had a ways to go for the scheduled one.
Side note:
I remember as a kid hearing old car guys talk about low mileage Florida cars and trucks as a cream puff, give it two years and they will be saying stuff like, "This low mileage truck here....she's a COVID creampuff".
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