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Flashscan
10-18-2005, 04:42 AM
Greetings to all Diesel Place members.

EFILive is pleased to announce not only our delight in sponsoring the Diesel Place forum, but that we are currently looking for people to participate in our PC based Duramax Diesel ECM programming beta test program.
Initially EFILive will offer support for the LB7 Duramax motor (2001 - 2004), so if you own or work with these engines then you may qualify to join us in our beta test program.
Although early 'in field' testing has already begun, the beta test program will 'officially' start just after SEMA. Are you coming to SEMA? if yes then checkout our Duramax PC based tuner first hand at SEMA/AAPEX Booth #34034 with AutoTap.
EFILive's Duramax programming opens the world to untapped power from this awesome 6.6L V8, never before has anybody offered such a detailed
tuning solution to the Duramax market.
No more add on boxes fooling the ECM, no need to 'stack', no more unwanted check engine lights, with EFILive you have complete control with over 100 parameters and tables to alter directly in the ECM from injection timing, injection amount (both pilot and main) for more power and better MPG, plus of course the simple things like VATS bypass, tire/speedo rescaling and the ability to change many diagnostic fault code parameters like overboost and DTC enablers.
Workshops will appreciate the option to lock ECM's from other tuners being able to read or write to the ECM, this includes the GM dealers!. Lock reversal and programming standard programs back into the ECM is a quick 40 second operation.
Team our awesome editor up with the best scantool on the market that includes features like the ability to log up to 25 mins of data without a laptop, built in EGT input that is logged alongside the engine data and you have a Duramax tuning and scanning solution rivalled by no other.
But if that's not enough, prices start from just $699 which will allow you to program any two vehicles EFILive supports (Duramax or LS1), then after that, additional vehicle programming licenses can be purchased via Email for under $100 with a maximum of 25 per cable.
Over the last year EFILive has taken LS1 tuning and scanning to a new level, now it's time for the Duramax!.
We are looking for all levels of users to help us get the product tailored to all spectrums of the market before it's public release.
The LB7 package is expected to be on sale at the start of December 2005, with the LLY to follow within a few months.
To initially qualify you must answer yes to all these questions -

1 - Do you own or have unlimited access to an LB7 Duramax that you will be willing to program?.
2 - Do you have at least a basic understanding of Diesel tuning and have an EGT probe?.
3 - Do you own a laptop with a USB port and have good general PC knowledge?.
4 - Do you finally want to get rid of plug in modules and generic one size fits all tunes from your truck?.
5 - You are prepared to purchase the EFILive product (if not already owned) to conduct the beta testing with.
6 - You are prepared to sign and return a non-compete and confidentiality agreement with EFILive.

If yes to all the above, then please send an Email to - betadiesel@efilive.com with a brief bio of yourself or your company, all Emails will be treated confidentially. Applications close on the 22nd of October, so be quick.

Here's a taste of what is in store for all Duramax tuners come December.....

Thank you,
Ross Myers
EFILive LTD


Modifying the Main Fuelling table:
http://www.efilive.com/upload/public/GMPX/DMAX/Main_Inj_Pulse.png



Easy to see differences between two different tunes:
http://www.efilive.com/upload/public/GMPX/DMAX/Compare.png


Ever wondered what was going on with your boost?:
http://www.efilive.com/upload/public/GMPX/DMAX/Des_Boost.png


Turn on/off all Fault codes in the ECM:
http://www.efilive.com/upload/public/GMPX/DMAX/DTC.png


Broaden the error tolerance for common fault codes:
http://www.efilive.com/upload/public/GMPX/DMAX/Diagnostics.png


Easy drop down options for changing tire sizes:
http://www.efilive.com/upload/public/GMPX/DMAX/Tire_Size.png


Failsafe programming takes under 40 seconds:
http://www.efilive.com/upload/public/GMPX/DMAX/Programming.png


Fully customisable 'themed' dashboards when scanning (LS1 Log shown):
http://www.efilive.com/upload/public/GMPX/DMAX/Dash_GTO.png
http://www.efilive.com/upload/public/GMPX/DMAX/Dash_Dmax.jpg


Or view logged data in the chart viewer (LS1 Log shown):
http://www.efilive.com/upload/public/GMPX/DMAX/Chart.png

McRat
10-18-2005, 05:56 AM
:Whoa:

Makes me want to buy an LB7 just to play with one. :D

We've been waiting a LONG time for real (LS1-style) tuning and datalogging tools! :ro)

Flashscan
10-18-2005, 10:44 AM
:Whoa:

Makes me want to buy an LB7 just to play with one. :D


Keep the LLY, it's coming for that later.

Cheers,
Ross

DieselMatt
10-18-2005, 10:58 AM
Can you change programing on the fly (like while driving down the road)? Or does the program need to be built and saved then put into use (like if the truck were on a dyno)?

Flashscan
10-18-2005, 11:04 AM
It is not a 'modify in real time' type tuner, like say a Motec on a gas car.

Cheers,
Ross

ratlover
10-18-2005, 11:06 AM
This sounds cool! :cool: But I can also see alot of nimrods poping thier motor with the ability to do thier own tweaking :eek:

When do we get to start playing with the TCM? :D

Flashscan
10-18-2005, 11:16 AM
When do we get to start playing with the TCM? :D

Never say never, it is 'sooo' needed though.

Cheers,
Ross

ratlover
10-18-2005, 11:19 AM
That aint no poop. Someone that could crack the TCM would own the market. Look how many people buy co pilots? And those deals dont do 1/2 the stuff we would like to do.

I would say that if you deal could do limited stuff with the trans like read the actual TCM codes and clear TAPs then that would be really cool

Flashscan
10-18-2005, 11:26 AM
I remember all too well the problems we had with the 4L60E and the LS1 with the TAP's.....oh to disable them is such joy.

Cheers,
Ross

BIG DIPPER
10-18-2005, 11:30 AM
But I can also see alot of nimrods poping thier motor with the ability to do thier own tweaking :eek:



Yeah, but they probably don't have to worry about a deer jumping in front of the computer.:rolleyes:

ratlover
10-18-2005, 11:34 AM
Why not try to keep the disscusion pointed in the right direction instead of trying derail it:)

C.A.P
10-18-2005, 11:51 AM
a new generation in tuning ....looks promising in the right hands

Chebby03HD
10-18-2005, 11:54 AM
I was wondering when someone would finally get into the "diesel world" with something like this...... oh the possibilities.......

Kennedy
10-18-2005, 12:01 PM
This sounds cool! :cool: But I can also see alot of nimrods poping thier motor with the ability to do thier own tweaking :eek:



I think you'll start seeing this with the 6.0 SCT systems and all of the instant expert tuners also.

Looks to be a GREAT product with a pretty sharp learning curve. Excellent tool for a guy who can park his truck on the dyno for a week plus!;)

McRat
10-18-2005, 12:05 PM
There will always be a market for shrinkwrapped tuning. LS1Edit did not kill the gas market packaged tuning, so I doubt EFILive will kill it in the diesel world.

But for those who want to be in control of their motors, this will be the ticket. I estimate that in less than 12 months all the fastest Duramaxes will be "custom tuned".

ratlover
10-18-2005, 12:06 PM
So what are you going to call your first big tune? We got soup, we got salad.....we going to have cheese and brats next ):h

RaceHemi
10-18-2005, 12:18 PM
Excellent news! What is the sampling rate of your data logger?

Just to get a head start, I'll buy it now if there are any LB7 guys that live close to me and are interested in playing? PM me if your interested.

The tuning software I have used all have a significant learning curves, are probably not for everyone and yes you will have an opportunity to hurt some parts but the same can be said about LS1, LT1 edit, SCT Pro Racer Package, HPTuner, Tunercat, etc, especially when used to tune a supercharged gas engine. I agree 100% with Pat, the fastest Dmaxs will be running custom tuning.

When will someone crack the TCM? With Comp Cams releasing their line of cams I can't believe the TCM is far behind!!!!!!

Dirk Diggler
10-18-2005, 12:24 PM
If its like the LS1 platoform it will log at 10 fps

duramaximizer
10-18-2005, 01:35 PM
my dad has a lb7 open to play in northwest ohio hahahaha. just don't have the cash.

Kennedy
10-18-2005, 02:01 PM
So what are you going to call your first big tune? We got soup, we got salad.....we going to have cheese and brats next ):h

I thought I'd start a poll. I had some initial ideas, (Giant Douche or Turd Sandwich:badidea: ) but Elaine already ruled them out. :eek:


Seriously, the learning curve thing will likely take a bit...

BMDMAX
10-18-2005, 02:17 PM
Just call it the Taco Bell tune. Runs so fast it is guaranteed to evacuate your colon. :lol: :eek:

Max Power
10-18-2005, 02:28 PM
This is the best news I have heard in a long time! Please get us LLY guys going asap!

C.A.P
10-18-2005, 02:43 PM
pretty interesting , this could get real good!

nwpadmax
10-18-2005, 04:00 PM
Lessee....

Monday - BMDMAX "Devil went down to Georgia" tune.
Tuesday - Trippin "Hotel California" tune
Wednesday - McRat "California Dreamin'" tune
Thursady - Pnut "bad to the bone" tune
Friday - Ratlover "I hate myself for Lovin' you" tune
Saturday - Tomac "we will Rock You" tune (for the pulls of course)
Sunday - ???

mwgasman
10-18-2005, 04:03 PM
My wife already thinks i'm insane. Now we are going to be driving around with my laptop plugged in to the OBDII port. Maybe she will get to drive.

McRat
10-18-2005, 04:10 PM
The gasser guys have running with a notebook computer in the passenger seat for years now at the drags. Some guys actually have mounts made to hold them.

You only need the notebook hooked up while racing to record data. You record data so you can make intelligent adjustments to the tuning.

mwgasman
10-18-2005, 04:15 PM
As usual, the LLYs will be sucking hind tit 6 months behind the LB7 boys. WE are the ones that actually "need" help.):h

dmaxalliTech
10-18-2005, 04:36 PM
The gasser guys have running with a notebook computer in the passenger seat for years now at the drags. Some guys actually have mounts made to hold them.

You only need the notebook hooked up while racing to record data. You record data so you can make intelligent adjustments to the tuning.

Somebody had to say, figured it would be you-:t ):h ):h

Dirk Diggler
10-18-2005, 05:51 PM
The gasser guys have running with a notebook computer in the passenger seat for years now at the drags. Some guys actually have mounts made to hold them.

You only need the notebook hooked up while racing to record data. You record data so you can make intelligent adjustments to the tuning.


Not with Flashcan version 1.2 and 2.0. Version 1 can record 23 minutes of data and for any lenght less than that. It can also record multiple vehicles (up to 23 minutes). I have mine set to log for 1:00 after I stage I hit the start button and DRIVE after the 1:00 has expired it stops logging. Version 2.0 will be able to record not 23 minutes of data but 2 hours of data. It will also be able to read, write and store tunes so you really dont need a laptop at all anymore just a PC with a usb hookup/memory card reader to upload and download tunes, logs and files. For moe information on the new interface check here http://www.efilive.com/flashscan.html

Mackin
10-18-2005, 06:33 PM
This sounds cool! :cool: But I can also see alot of nimrods poping thier motor with the ability to do thier own tweaking :eek:





Not true

Let someone near by, coughtonycough ,clearing my throat.Do some tweaking and then load it on my stock ECM for some play time.

That's unless your just calling Tony a nimrod,just cause you want to :D

Mackin
10-18-2005, 06:35 PM
Lessee....

Monday - BMDMAX "Devil went down to Georgia" tune.
Tuesday - Trippin "Hotel California" tune
Wednesday - McRat "California Dreamin'" tune
Thursady - Pnut "bad to the bone" tune
Friday - Ratlover "I hate myself for Lovin' you" tune
Saturday - Tomac "we will Rock You" tune (for the pulls of course)
Sunday - ???

Sunday is Race day no lessee available,run what you brung testing is over :)

ratlover
10-18-2005, 06:37 PM
Oh Tony is a nimrod):h but I wasnt referencing him in this case.:D

I suppose I should reword myself. I just see some uneducated people getting in trouble in a hurry. They may be very smart but if you arnt carefull or knowledgable I can see you getting in trouble in a hurry and poping motors and pissing off transmissions.

beungood
10-18-2005, 06:48 PM
I got a 01 LB7 that is available to play with,let's roll......

Jack

McRat
10-18-2005, 07:20 PM
Nimrod - A great hunter (biblical) or a small town in Minnesota (pop 65)

The insult Nimrod comes from a Bugs Bunny cartoon circa 1945 where he describes the hunter (Elmer Fudd) as a Nimrod.

:D

C.A.P
10-18-2005, 07:23 PM
great FUDD history , McRatt:ro) :ro)

DURAtotheMAX
10-18-2005, 07:24 PM
oh man this is gonna be great!!!! Finally something equal or better to the custom SCT tuning that 6.0 guys have avalible to them. I CANT WAIT FOR THE LLY SOFTWARE!!!!!!!

---Ben

noreaster
10-18-2005, 08:41 PM
is there enough wire to slide the diagnostic port over say 2ft?

On edit: I just looked, maybe get 6" over. either an extension wire or a leave the wire connected & tuck it under dash. Just to keep wire running to the laptop from hanging down.

GMC-2002-Dmax
10-18-2005, 08:53 PM
Oh Tony is a nimrod):h but I wasnt referencing him in this case.:D

I suppose I should reword myself. I just see some uneducated people getting in trouble in a hurry. They may be very smart but if you arnt carefull or knowledgable I can see you getting in trouble in a hurry and poping motors and pissing off transmissions.

I got soup already...........I wonder if I can make soup or just a mess.........:rolleyes:

At least I can bag the TECH II...........:ro)
.
.

McRat
10-18-2005, 09:03 PM
The real beauty will be when you can optimize tuning for big injectors, nitrous, propane, twins, or oversized chargers. Too much timing on drugs? Back it down. Too much duration for big injectors? Tighten it up.

A REALLY cool feature to have would be to rescale the input from the boost sensor. More air should require more fuel, but our sensor tops out at 30PSI. While you can end up fueling big for the WOT full boost condition, what will that same setting do when you're at 1/2 throttle at 28 PSI? Run real hot and smokey for no valid reason.

Flashscan
10-18-2005, 09:24 PM
Excellent news! What is the sampling rate of your data logger?

Just to get a head start, I'll buy it now if there are any LB7 guys that live close to me and are interested in playing? PM me if your interested.

The tuning software I have used all have a significant learning curves, are probably not for everyone and yes you will have an opportunity to hurt some parts but the same can be said about LS1, LT1 edit, SCT Pro Racer Package, HPTuner, Tunercat, etc, especially when used to tune a supercharged gas engine. I agree 100% with Pat, the fastest Dmaxs will be running custom tuning.

When will someone crack the TCM? With Comp Cams releasing their line of cams I can't believe the TCM is far behind!!!!!!

Data rates could be considered variable!!, using the ECM's different scanning modes it can be quite fast or useless slow, depends on how many variables you wish to monitor at once.

PC based tuners are not everyones cup of tea and are probably a bit more daunting than a yes / no programmer, but as what happened with the PC based LS1 tuners, people assist each other and a newbie can soon be making great progress.
As I often say to people, if you go and buy a Snap-On tool set, does that make you an engine builder?, no, but once you learn, at least you have the right tools to do it.

As for the TCM, hammer, string, soldering iron and duct tape ready and waiting, we are seriously looking into it, of course no ETA on when or if that may ever happen.

Cheers,
Ross

RaceHemi
10-18-2005, 09:30 PM
The real beauty will be when you can optimize tuning for big injectors, nitrous, propane, twins, or oversized chargers. Too much timing on drugs? Back it down. Too much duration for big injectors? Tighten it up.

A REALLY cool feature to have would be to rescale the input from the boost sensor. More air should require more fuel, but our sensor tops out at 30PSI. While you can end up fueling big for the WOT full boost condition, what will that same setting do when you're at 1/2 throttle at 28 PSI? Run real hot and smokey for no valid reason.

My thoughts exactly Pat, I don't believe it will do much more for us stockers that hasn't already been done by TTS's of the world as far as power levels go, the real benefits will be realized by the guys with bigger turbos, injectors, etc. I'm curious about the "2/3 bar Technology" listed on the website, will we be able to install a sensor with larger measuring capabilities? What about a larger MAF?

McRat
10-18-2005, 10:12 PM
My thoughts exactly Pat, I don't believe it will do much more for us stockers that hasn't already been done by TTS's of the world as far as power levels go, the real benefits will be realized by the guys with bigger turbos, injectors, etc. I'm curious about the "2/3 bar Technology" listed on the website, will we be able to install a sensor with larger measuring capabilities? What about a larger MAF?



DOH!!!! I'm a retard! Yeah, without replacing the sensor itself, you're kinda stuck after 30 PSI. Probably time to start looking for a new sensor that can communicate with the ECM.

I think there will be still stock gains available, especially in smoke reduction, spool time, and EGT's, and perhaps a little peak power. Who knows? It would fun to try.

Flashscan
10-18-2005, 10:31 PM
My thoughts exactly Pat, I don't believe it will do much more for us stockers that hasn't already been done by TTS's of the world as far as power levels go


Well yes and no, If you have a good tune on your laptop, it costs you a bit more than $99 to flash that into a buddys truck.
There is enough talk on this forum to indicate that power levels are not the main issue, it's how the thing drives and what comes out the exhaust getting up to that HP figure.


the real benefits will be realized by the guys with bigger turbos, injectors, etc. I'm curious about the "2/3 bar Technology" listed on the website, will we be able to install a sensor with larger measuring capabilities? What about a larger MAF?



The 2/3 bar on the web page is for the LS1, the LS1 never came from the factory with any program to run boost. Rescaling the Duramax MAF is no problem with the current software.

Cheers,
Ross

bobo
10-18-2005, 11:37 PM
And Ratlover wants an LBZ!!!:eek: Might be a :badidea: with all the new toys coming to market!!

Mike L.
10-18-2005, 11:53 PM
And Ratlover wants an LBZ!!!:eek: Might be a :badidea: with all the new toys coming to market!!

Word is that the LBZ is deer repellant.:D

coyotekid
10-19-2005, 12:40 AM
Sounds very promising to me.

Since I'm a real novice when it comes to tuning, would there be something like "pre-set parameters" to plug in to create a tune?

In other words, I'd like a baseline tune that I could tweak to my liking so that I can learn as I go. If I'm just left to start from scratch, this may not be real beneficial to a guy like me.

And I bet Diesel Tech is just laughing right now. :)

tophog
10-19-2005, 01:00 AM
So what are you going to call your first big tune? We got soup, we got salad.....we going to have cheese and brats next ):h

Buffet style :)

McRat
10-19-2005, 01:49 AM
Sounds very promising to me.

Since I'm a real novice when it comes to tuning, would there be something like "pre-set parameters" to plug in to create a tune?

In other words, I'd like a baseline tune that I could tweak to my liking so that I can learn as I go. If I'm just left to start from scratch, this may not be real beneficial to a guy like me.

And I bet Diesel Tech is just laughing right now. :)

Ideally we will share information on forums such as these and have tunes that become "public domain" that others can use as is, or as a starting point for a custom tune.

But think about this - For the price, it's going to be a cheap alternative to the TECH II for datalogging, and it's ability to defeat engine codes will make it a great value for diesel hotrodders even if you never write your own custom tune.

coyotekid
10-19-2005, 02:12 AM
I agree McRat--it's flat out good news for the industry in my book. There will be some stumbles and stubbed toes, but look at how far we've already come.

Ten years ago a "hot" pickup diesel was producing somewhere around 200 RWHP. :)

Flashscan
10-19-2005, 01:27 PM
Thanks to all that have expressed interest so far in becoming a beta tester......seems I forgot one important line in my first post.

"You will be contacted after the cutoff date to let you know how the application went".

Appologies to those that thought I was ignoring Emails.:o: :iamwithst

Cheers,
Ross

turbo-max
10-19-2005, 11:33 PM
i have used this on my 02 gas burner to help a few things...what a nice tool i must say....def. looking for this for the LLY!! :)

Trippin
10-20-2005, 12:03 AM
Sorry I haven't been in here much this week guys, I'm sitting on Jury duty and working a few hours in the evening to try keep up. :(

duramaximizer
10-20-2005, 12:18 AM
i thought the tune dad had was close to the climax, but this is just about orgasmic.

SuperSonic
10-21-2005, 10:29 PM
Please let us know when you are ready to start testing on the LLY. I have two that I would like to do some tuning with.

Flashscan
10-23-2005, 09:29 AM
Just a note to say the EFILive Duramax Beta test applications have closed.
Anyone that applied........you have mail :)

Anyone with an LLY, we 'hope' to start our LLY testing in December, for those that already applied with an LLY we will hang onto your Email for when the LLY program starts.

Thanks,
Ross

hdmax
10-23-2005, 11:31 AM
Would a toy like this allow one guy to send info from his duramax`s ECM to another person(That is much smarter!) and have custom tunes made, then he could send the tune by say e-mail back to the first guy to program his truck? If so, many could get a huge benifit from this.
I for one would never try to build a custom tune, because I am not that smart when it comes to computers.:eek:

dieselrcr337
10-23-2005, 11:37 AM
If you have a tune on your truck. would you be able to load that tune onto the laptop. and make changes to it? also where do you apply?

Trippin
10-23-2005, 01:20 PM
Would a toy like this allow one guy to send info from his duramax`s ECM to another person(That is much smarter!) and have custom tunes made, then he could send the tune by say e-mail back to the first guy to program his truck? If so, many could get a huge benifit from this.
I for one would never try to build a custom tune, because I am not that smart when it comes to computers.:eek:

Yep! :D

rcr1978
10-23-2005, 02:38 PM
Just a note to say the EFILive Duramax Beta test applications have closed.
Anyone that applied........you have mail :)

Anyone with an LLY, we 'hope' to start our LLY testing in December, for those that already applied with an LLY we will hang onto your Email for when the LLY program starts.

Thanks,
Ross

Damn I'm kickin myself cause I missed out, forgot when the cutoff date was.

jesshd
10-24-2005, 10:38 PM
Finally! This is right up my alley. I have been tuning turbo cars for 6 years buildiung custom timing and fuel tables. Now I can play with my diesel! Just too bad I missed the cutoff. I can run software like that like nobodies business!

Jess

Trippin
10-24-2005, 11:32 PM
Download a demo copy of the software from www.efilive.com (http://www.efilive.com)
and have a look. You will only be able to see the Gen 3 LS-1 tables for now as the Duramax stuff is in beta, but it will give you an idea of what they have to offer.

They also have custom operating systems featuring support for the 2/3 bar systems.

You will be able to use the same software to do LS-1 vehicles and Duramax diesels just by selecting a menu and choosing which one you want to work on. :D

Finally! This is right up my alley. I have been tuning turbo cars for 6 years buildiung custom timing and fuel tables. Now I can play with my diesel! Just too bad I missed the cutoff. I can run software like that like nobodies business!

Jess

MidnightBusa
10-25-2005, 10:26 AM
Damn i missed the cutoff Date i'd a been so up for this if i woulda seen it sooner definatly keep us updated guys

dmaxalliTech
10-25-2005, 10:37 AM
Damn i missed the cutoff Date i'd a been so up for this if i woulda seen it sooner definatly keep us updated guysI noticed in your sig your running the triple stack of death:eek:

Damn dude, you got some balls to stack the K&N and the Tornado:ro)

OCDUNE
10-25-2005, 11:46 AM
Thanks for the big smile Eric!

Dmax Tim
10-25-2005, 12:01 PM
I noticed in your sig your running the triple stack of death:eek:

Damn dude, you got some balls to stack the K&N and the Tornado:ro)

Maybe u know someone w/ a new motor after the TSD takes it's toll ):h


BTW, I see your a beta tester too :cool2:

Kennedy
10-25-2005, 12:13 PM
I noticed in your sig your running the triple stack of death:eek:

Damn dude, you got some balls to stack the K&N and the Tornado:ro)

And to top it off, a Hypertech....

Hope to start playing with EFI Live soon...

MidnightBusa
10-25-2005, 12:34 PM
I noticed in your sig your running the triple stack of death:eek:

Damn dude, you got some balls to stack the K&N and the Tornado:ro)

:confused: ok confused is that really bad? i did the K&N and tornado in hopes of a bit better fuel economy but no such luck and the hypertech was mostly to change my speedo for the 265/75/16 wheels i have

I did all this before i found this sight awhile after i bought my truck granted now rather then buying a car to play with on the side i'm planning on building my truck thats why in my sig i got now going broke for performance i plan to do the tranny and a few other upgrades cause i wouldn mind takin the truck to the track my bikes fun but hard to stay consitant with and if i made it that way it be no fun on the street :rant:

:help: Cause after all i'm just a South dakota Farmer

McRat
10-25-2005, 12:49 PM
:confused: ok confused is that really bad? i did the K&N and tornado in hopes of a bit better fuel economy but no such luck and the hypertech was mostly to change my speedo for the 265/75/16 wheels i have

I did all this before i found this sight awhile after i bought my truck granted now rather then buying a car to play with on the side i'm planning on building my truck thats why in my sig i got now going broke for performance i plan to do the tranny and a few other upgrades cause i wouldn mind takin the truck to the track my bikes fun but hard to stay consitant with and if i made it that way it be no fun on the street :rant:

:help: Cause after all i'm just a South dakota Farmer

:eek:

I thought the sig was a humorous stab at K&N and Tornado!

Lose the Tornado. Intake restriction does nothing good on a turbo motor.

Kennedy
10-25-2005, 01:01 PM
Eric was being sarcastic. Yes, lose the tornado...

MidnightBusa
10-25-2005, 01:08 PM
:eek:

I thought the sig was a humorous stab at K&N and Tornado!

Lose the Tornado. Intake restriction does nothing good on a turbo motor.

hmm now i wish it was :eek: ok well i'm pulling that out tonight after combining then oh well live and learn and well definatly more learning after finding this site

Trippin
10-25-2005, 07:27 PM
Cause after all i'm just a South dakota Farmer


I've got a few acres of wheat near Murdo. :D

C.A.P
10-25-2005, 08:24 PM
another person who should read "REMEMBER WHEN " in the off topic thred , everybody is just ribing ya, do many searches and just listen in on the posts , you will learn very quick

MidnightBusa
10-25-2005, 09:11 PM
well i've got no probs with ribbing but heck i got no problem if someone tells me something is wrong with mysetup i'm glad to hear the opinion i just got a bit concerned there for a moment anyways dulley noted and no need to be off topic anymore

aztjc
11-14-2005, 02:54 PM
Anything new on the availability of this?
Thanks

Trippin
11-14-2005, 04:19 PM
Anything new on the availability of this?
Thanks

The software and hardware is available now for LS-1. The Duramax functionality is still in Beta and is expected to be released in December.

When available it will be a simple download and installation of the additional software. The hardware will remain the same.

Some members here have already purchased and received their kit in order to familiarize themselves with the software prior to release of the Duramax side.

As a beta tester I have been writing tunes and data logging my truck for over a month now.

Hope this helps. :D

Kennedy
11-14-2005, 05:14 PM
The beta units apparently have shipped, but the CD included is incorrect if I understand correctly. Correct CD's will be sent ASAP. This is what I was told regarding my unit at least.

Trippin
11-14-2005, 05:33 PM
The beta units apparently have shipped, but the CD included is incorrect if I understand correctly. Correct CD's will be sent ASAP. This is what I was told regarding my unit at least.

Just to clarify John, the CDs that were shipped are correct and will load the software just fine, they just don't include the Duramax functionality.

As a Beta tester you will probably be allowed to download the Duramax patch from the secure "Beta Forum" on EFI Live's web site. (assuming you turned in your signed Beta agreement) :D

Kennedy
11-14-2005, 05:52 PM
50mb download.

I'm going to do it, but Ross is sending the correct CD also.

I should also note the word HOPEFULLY by the end of the day in New Zealand for download availability...

Flashscan
11-15-2005, 06:50 AM
50mb download.

I'm going to do it, but Ross is sending the correct CD also.

I should also note the word HOPEFULLY by the end of the day in New Zealand for download availability...

John,

Once the software is on the server for download the link will be posted in our Duramax Beta section.....if you haven't registered on our forum now is the time.

But what I will say is the delay was worth the wait - the LLY scan tool is now operational and has been included in this first BETA test release.

Cheers,
Ross

rcr1978
11-15-2005, 10:07 AM
I was interested in getting this product after it's released but I was wondering if the LB7 and LLY will be on the same program after both releases? Or will you have to buy both? I can't wait to see everybody's dyno numbers. Also I know some may frown on this but can you install a tune from a programer on the vehicle then upload it to efi live to view and change parameters. I would think that would be an easy way to get some new users used to the software and see how mapping is built.

Kennedy
11-15-2005, 12:51 PM
OK, registered. Haven't located the Beta forum yet, but looking around.

Trippin
11-15-2005, 02:45 PM
I was interested in getting this product after it's released but I was wondering if the LB7 and LLY will be on the same program after both releases? Or will you have to buy both? I can't wait to see everybody's dyno numbers. Also I know some may frown on this but can you install a tune from a programer on the vehicle then upload it to efi live to view and change parameters. I would think that would be an easy way to get some new users used to the software and see how mapping is built.

Yes the software will contain the LS-X gas motor platform, the LB7 and the LLY when available, all for $699. :D

Trippin
11-15-2005, 02:46 PM
OK, registered. Haven't located the Beta forum yet, but looking around.

They will authorize your log in to see the Beta forum. Wait for the E-mail. :D

Kennedy
11-15-2005, 03:58 PM
Got the auth for the general forum, but haven't seen the beta forum. Am I being dense or did I miss something along the way?

Trippin
11-15-2005, 05:00 PM
Got the auth for the general forum, but haven't seen the beta forum. Am I being dense or did I miss something along the way?

It shows up on the general index if you have the rights to it. I'm sure you will be contacted soon. ;)

Flashscan
11-15-2005, 05:22 PM
Got the auth for the general forum, but haven't seen the beta forum. Am I being dense or did I miss something along the way?

All done John, after several high level meetings with the likes of the WTO, CIA, FBI and the Justice Dept, you now have access to the Diesel section.

Cheers,
Ross

SteveNorCal
11-15-2005, 06:36 PM
:funnypost

Kennedy
11-15-2005, 08:26 PM
OK, so NOW how am I supposed to get anything done around here with a toy like this to play with...

rcr1978
11-16-2005, 01:26 AM
Thanks Trippin and Ross

PEANUTGRWR
11-16-2005, 12:37 PM
will this remove the limiter on the 01???

Trippin
11-16-2005, 10:03 PM
will this remove the limiter on the 01???

Not yet. They are looking into it. :D

DURAtotheMAX
11-16-2005, 10:44 PM
Maybe they can remove the speed limiter on LLY's "for real". Right now with my PPE Hot Xcellerator (which "removes" the speed limiter and "raises" the rev limiter) my truck falls on its face at 116 mph and ~3400 RPM. Dispite the fact that PPE claims they raise the rev limiter to 3800. Well yeah, I can rev it that high in park...:rolleyes:

---Ben

easymon4u
12-07-2005, 10:05 AM
What is it with the 01 and speedlimiter?

DURAtotheMAX
12-07-2005, 11:07 AM
different ECM than all the other trucks IIRC...

--Ben

Mackin
12-07-2005, 11:16 AM
different ECM than all the other trucks IIRC...

--Ben

02's are the same.I maybe wrong but wasn't there a RPM max change in 02?

DURAtotheMAX
12-07-2005, 11:40 AM
hmm maybe different programming then? Im not sure...

Slick
12-07-2005, 11:58 AM
TTS Extreme takes care of it on '01s. I'll bet that EFILive will be able to get rid of it, once someone finds out what needs to be done.

DangerousDuramax
12-07-2005, 12:17 PM
hmm now i wish it was :eek: ok well i'm pulling that out tonight after combining then oh well live and learn and well definatly more learning after finding this site

FYI- I have an engineering degree and have been building and racing high performace cars, trucks, and bikes for over 25 years. I have learned more about my D/A in the past month of being on this site than my piece of paper and 25 yrs could have ever taught. There is a TREMENDOUS wealth of information here and a large number of HIGHLY EXPERIENCED individuals who know these trucks inside and out. Keep coming here everyday and in about a month you will have a MUCH better understanding of how the D/A functions and what you can and CANT do to it. Keep reading post from ppl like Kennedy, McRat, dmaxalliTech, smoop, fingers, and many others. Spend any fair amount of time here and you will quickly see who has the knowledge. Wish I would have come here before I made some of the choices that I have with my D/A. BTW- I race a Yamaha R1; R6; and Suzuki SV in the CMRA

Wasted Income
12-07-2005, 01:36 PM
Can EFI Live tune on the fly? For instance, could you change the tune at a stoplight if you get lined up against a 'Stang or something?

Mackin
12-07-2005, 01:59 PM
Can EFI Live tune on the fly? For instance, could you change the tune at a stoplight if you get lined up against a 'Stang or something?


That wouldn't be possible as it's a flash style tuner like any ECM uploader

Brockway
12-07-2005, 02:28 PM
Is there a version for the 06 trucks in the works yet?

Max Power
12-07-2005, 02:37 PM
I am under the impression that the 06 trucks are a LONG way off.

DURAtotheMAX
12-07-2005, 02:45 PM
yeah I think hand held programmers in general and EFILive for the 2006 trucks are going to need a lot more work and hardware due to the implimentation of the GMLAN data bus. IMO, we will see harness boxes for the 2006 trucks way before hand-held programmers. The older trucks still used the CAN-bus (GMLAN and CAN are pretty much the same as I understand it...GMLAN is just a more refined version of the SAE J-1939 CANbus), but the CAN bus was also backed up by the slower Class II data bus so everything else in the truck (including the DLC/OBD port) could still communicate with the ECM/TCM using Class II. Now, if you want to talk to the TCM or ECM, you have to use GMLAN only. Which is why handheld programmers (PPE, Quad, Predator etc..) are going to now need some sort of CANdi module-like device to be able to reprogram the ECM...

--Ben

Trippin
12-07-2005, 03:34 PM
2006 LZ trucks also use the Bosch PCM as opposed to the Delphi PCMs in LB7 and LLY.

Unless one of the tuning companies is getting inside information from Bosch, it could be a while. :(

Flashscan
12-07-2005, 06:10 PM
2006 LZ trucks also use the Bosch PCM as opposed to the Delphi PCMs in LB7 and LLY.

Unless one of the tuning companies is getting inside information from Bosch, it could be a while. :(

Actually, from what I have heard this computer is quite common in Europe on the BMW, Audi Diesels, so there is probably something out there already :eek:

Cheers,
Ross

Blacky
12-07-2005, 06:13 PM
Which is why handheld programmers (PPE, Quad, Predator etc..) are going to now need some sort of CANdi module-like device to be able to reprogram the ECM...
--Ben
FlashScan V2 comes standard with Twin wire CAN and single wire GMLan (also J1850, ALDL and other protocol support). The FlashScan V2 hardware has been designed for all possible future hardware scenarios that we can think of.

Now as Trippin said, the new Bosch computer is another beastie altogether and while we would dearly like to offer reprogramming for the LBZ we currently have no plans for it, except maybe scanning.

Regards
Paul
EFILive Limited

Trippin
12-07-2005, 07:54 PM
FlashScan V2 comes standard with Twin wire CAN and single wire GMLan (also J1850, ALDL and other protocol support). The FlashScan V2 hardware has been designed for all possible future hardware scenarios that we can think of.

Now as Trippin said, the new Bosch computer is another beastie altogether and while we would dearly like to offer reprogramming for the LBZ we currently have no plans for it, except maybe scanning.

Regards
Paul
EFILive Limited

That's how it starts......."maybe scanning" and then........................):h

Just keep an open mind Paul........an open mind.......never say never. :D

DURAtotheMAX
12-07-2005, 07:57 PM
will EFILive ever support the Allison TCM?? You guys would make a fortune if you cracked it!!

--ben


on that note.......is ANYONE even close to cracking the Ally TCM?

Flashscan
12-07-2005, 10:04 PM
on that note.......is ANYONE even close to cracking the Ally TCM?

I have an Allison TCM currently undergoing torture treament to let out all it's secrets :D . We don't know at this stage if we will actually do them, but at least feel happy that we have one here being 'evaluated'.

Cheers,
Ross

GMC-2002-Dmax
12-07-2005, 10:08 PM
Make it talk...........make it talk..........no more secrets...........!!!!!!!

Wasted Income
12-07-2005, 10:10 PM
I have an Allison TCM currently undergoing torture treament to let out all it's secrets :D . We don't know at this stage if we will actually do them, but at least feel happy that we have one here being 'evaluated'.

Cheers,
Ross

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE
:ro) ):h

OmyLLwhy
12-07-2005, 10:45 PM
Is the elusive 6th gear in there somewhere?
Also (please don't be offended) wasn't Sniper Tuning doing something similar to this. I think their not even on the radar any longer.

Trippin
12-07-2005, 11:46 PM
Is the elusive 6th gear in there somewhere?
Also (please don't be offended) wasn't Sniper Tuning doing something similar to this. I think their not even on the radar any longer.

Sniper promised us something last April. :(

EFILive delivered. :D

Max Power
12-07-2005, 11:51 PM
TCM is a priority. BCM would be nice too :D

Flashscan
12-08-2005, 12:10 AM
Is the elusive 6th gear in there somewhere?
Also (please don't be offended) wasn't Sniper Tuning doing something similar to this. I think their not even on the radar any longer.

Actually I met Patrick from Sniper at SEMA this year, Patrick if you are reading this, don't be offended, but if ever they do a remake of 'Taxi Driver' and Robert DeNiro is busy, you get the part......an amazing likeness in many ways, I think it was more the accent.

Anyway, I don't know exactly what they are upto but it seemed they were very busy with the FORD gas/diesel tuner they have.

Cheers,
Ross

hdmax
12-08-2005, 11:41 AM
Would it be at all possible to tap into the Tech II in order to learn how it comunicates with the TCM, then use what you learned to talk too the TCM?

Just a thought from a dummy!

Trippin
12-08-2005, 02:21 PM
Actually I met Patrick from Sniper at SEMA this year, Patrick if you are reading this, don't be offended, but if ever they do a remake of 'Taxi Driver' and Robert DeNiro is busy, you get the part......an amazing likeness in many ways, I think it was more the accent.

Anyway, I don't know exactly what they are upto but it seemed they were very busy with the FORD gas/diesel tuner they have.

Cheers,
Ross

They are the competition.

Stop being so nice....-:t

(Whats next a group hug?) :D ):h

Flashscan
12-08-2005, 04:20 PM
Would it be at all possible to tap into the Tech II in order to learn how it comunicates with the TCM, then use what you learned to talk too the TCM?

Just a thought from a dummy!

That's how it done.

Cheers,
Ross

Blacky
12-08-2005, 04:21 PM
Would it be at all possible to tap into the Tech II in order to learn how it comunicates with the TCM, then use what you learned to talk too the TCM?

Just a thought from a dummy!

That is one way to do it :) We have special versions of FlashScan that monitor/log all comms data on the J1850 line.
However we are confident we can figure out the bidirectional commands without resorting to that just yet.

Regards
Paul

Flashscan
12-08-2005, 04:51 PM
They are the competition.


How so?, we can program a Duramax, they cannot :rolleyes:
They can program FORD's we cannot :)
But I know what you mean.

Cheers,
Ross

hdmax
12-09-2005, 09:49 AM
That is one way to do it :) We have special versions of FlashScan that monitor/log all comms data on the J1850 line.
However we are confident we can figure out the bidirectional commands without resorting to that just yet.

Regards
Paul

I guess I have got a tad bit smarter while I wasn't looking:) If you do tap into the TCM, everyone with the D/A will want this toy. (Or the 8.1/A for that matter!)