Part V
Post Fiend
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 7,021
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From: Almost Heaven
I finally figured the rep points out. Thanks to everyone for giving me rep points. 
I'll be giving them out now too, ha.
I just came back from Auto Phone. I am never going back there. <_< Tey are da suckz. Looks like I'll be sticking with O' Wiley.
Deigo temper.
I'll be giving them out now too, ha. I just came back from Auto Phone. I am never going back there. <_< Tey are da suckz. Looks like I'll be sticking with O' Wiley.
Deigo temper.
Post Fiend
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 14,541
Likes: 2
From: Dallas-Ft. Worth
Well, I've always been a wrench turner and a computer guy at the same time. Odd combination, huh? Back in the late 90s after FTE got started I connected with a guy in the programming business who sold Superchips products. I learned a lot from him while he sold chips on the site, but the relationship didn't last long (company is out of business). I ended up connecting with the folks at Superchips, and later, Diablosport followed by SCT. I've played around with most of the Ford tuning packages (and up and coming package is HP Tuners).
Through Motorhaven I ended up selling thousands of tuners and chips, via mail order and locally. It took some time to hone my skills with custom tuning, and I spent a lot of time tuning my own and friends vehicles with lots of data logging. The only thing I didn't like tuning via mail order is custom superchargers and some of the wilder builds - they really need dyno time for a proper tune. I have data logging equipment, a couple of wide band O2 sensors, etc. plus the full SCT software suite (all Ford and GM vehicles).
Right now I'm running Mike Troyer's tunes in my F150, the guy is good at Roushchargers and we talk a lot about tuning - great guy. I don't have the dyno facilities to do it myself, unless I wanted to spend way too many hours to get a Roushcharger tune "right" for one vehicle whereas he has been able to spend years tuning many Roushcharger F150s. I do occasionally load my own tunes into the vehicle, mostly for data logging what the tranny is doing.
For the F250, well, I was running DP-Tuner's mileage tune it in. After Ford updated the FICM without my knowledge and I ended up getting it updated back to a better a FICM code DP's tune is horrible during cold starts below 40 degrees. The idle goes up and down, cylinder mis-firing, etc. and it takes forever to warm up. Its not a problem with DP's tunes, just a mismatch between it and the new FICM code. So, I made my own mileage tune for it rather than bugging DP about it (besides, I enjoy it), and fixed the startup condition as well. I'm getting about 19-20 mpg on the highway if I keep it under 65 mph.
For the Ranger, that's the ultimate in mileage tuning here. My daughter drives it to college and isn't a speed maniac so I sacrificed power in order to keep her fuel economy good.
Through Motorhaven I ended up selling thousands of tuners and chips, via mail order and locally. It took some time to hone my skills with custom tuning, and I spent a lot of time tuning my own and friends vehicles with lots of data logging. The only thing I didn't like tuning via mail order is custom superchargers and some of the wilder builds - they really need dyno time for a proper tune. I have data logging equipment, a couple of wide band O2 sensors, etc. plus the full SCT software suite (all Ford and GM vehicles).
Right now I'm running Mike Troyer's tunes in my F150, the guy is good at Roushchargers and we talk a lot about tuning - great guy. I don't have the dyno facilities to do it myself, unless I wanted to spend way too many hours to get a Roushcharger tune "right" for one vehicle whereas he has been able to spend years tuning many Roushcharger F150s. I do occasionally load my own tunes into the vehicle, mostly for data logging what the tranny is doing.
For the F250, well, I was running DP-Tuner's mileage tune it in. After Ford updated the FICM without my knowledge and I ended up getting it updated back to a better a FICM code DP's tune is horrible during cold starts below 40 degrees. The idle goes up and down, cylinder mis-firing, etc. and it takes forever to warm up. Its not a problem with DP's tunes, just a mismatch between it and the new FICM code. So, I made my own mileage tune for it rather than bugging DP about it (besides, I enjoy it), and fixed the startup condition as well. I'm getting about 19-20 mpg on the highway if I keep it under 65 mph.
For the Ranger, that's the ultimate in mileage tuning here. My daughter drives it to college and isn't a speed maniac so I sacrificed power in order to keep her fuel economy good.
BTW, I was going to say something about the sig as well, but figured I stirred the pot enough. I will say this since it's been brought up: No matter how you justify it, "Do as I say, not as I do" doesn't buy you a lot of respect from some people (me included). Sorry, that's how I see it. I've had nothing but positive comments on my sig, even with the "distracting loud fonts and images". I think it's tastefully done, and others think the same way from the feedback I've gotten.
Post Fiend
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 14,541
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From: Dallas-Ft. Worth
Thanks for reminding me, guys. Thanks A LOT. I REALLY try to not think about that kid of stuff, since I log so much time in hotel rooms. 
Speaking of, now it's time to run down and grab some wonderful hotel breakfast.
Speaking of, now it's time to run down and grab some wonderful hotel breakfast.
Postmaster
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 3,916
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From: Bellingham, WA
Snowboard season cometh..
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 5,406
Likes: 1
From: Gulf Coast of Florida
It depends on how I'm getting 'em.... 
They're sweet, for sure! I've tossed around getting a A4 but the thing that keeps me away is the repair costs.... I tend to break things! But boy do I have fun doing it!!
They're sweet, for sure! I've tossed around getting a A4 but the thing that keeps me away is the repair costs.... I tend to break things! But boy do I have fun doing it!!
Post Fiend
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 5,398
Likes: 1
From: Gilbert, Az
See ya in a little bit guys, gotta take Bilstein to the vet for his last puppy shots. He is getting big, might be a whole 4.5lbs now. lol.
Lisa and I are just here to help Joe
That looks fun!
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Post Fiend
Joined: Jan 1997
Posts: 23,165
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From: Enjoying the real world.
I will say this since it's been brought up: No matter how you justify it, "Do as I say, not as I do" doesn't buy you a lot of respect from some people (me included). Sorry, that's how I see it. I've had nothing but positive comments on my sig, even with the "distracting loud fonts and images". I think it's tastefully done, and others think the same way from the feedback I've gotten.
I don't have a problem with people who put in a lot of extra time and effort in a position which is more apt to receive complaints than thanks (human nature) receving extra perks. Apparently you do, sadly. Why begrudge people who put in the time their minor perks? I'm happy to give mods perks!
As noted earlier, I ask that any further concerns or questions about site policies be brought up in accordance to the way the guidelines direct users to handle them.
Fleet Owner
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 28,305
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From: BLT, MN
Smokin
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 8,849
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I saw this 60 minutes one time where they took a black light and other types of forensic tools into various hotel rooms. I have to say I am not easily sickened, but it was nasty. Just about every type of bodily fluid, in just about every square inch of those rooms. I mean, I know those media shows are sensationalized, but it was enough to make you think about it a little bit.
Hey man, don't mention it! MMm stale bagels..
Good point.
Good point.
Post Fiend
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 5,398
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From: Gilbert, Az
You guys haven't been very busy in the past hour.......
Well Bil got his last shot and took it like a man, not a single whine out of him. He is 4lbs 6ozs now, he is HUGE. lol. I can have him fixed in about a month since he finally hit the weight requirement I am just glad to be done with all these expensive shots.
Well Bil got his last shot and took it like a man, not a single whine out of him. He is 4lbs 6ozs now, he is HUGE. lol. I can have him fixed in about a month since he finally hit the weight requirement
I am just glad to be done with all these expensive shots.
Post Fiend
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 7,649
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From: Wallingford, CT
You guys haven't been very busy in the past hour.......
Well Bil got his last shot and took it like a man, not a single whine out of him. He is 4lbs 6ozs now, he is HUGE. lol. I can have him fixed in about a month since he finally hit the weight requirement I am just glad to be done with all these expensive shots.
Well Bil got his last shot and took it like a man, not a single whine out of him. He is 4lbs 6ozs now, he is HUGE. lol. I can have him fixed in about a month since he finally hit the weight requirement
I am just glad to be done with all these expensive shots.