Annoyed

[bigdeer1]

Instead of a tune you can look into the range module. Plugs into the ODBII port

This I have considered and still debating to pull the trigger.. I don't think it'll fix the issue.. It will help tho because when it shifts into v4 it's just horrendous.. Sound/power for obvious reasons of course.. But the main issue is the shifting to find the correct gear to run. I don't think the module will fix all the issues stated. It will help tho

[bigdeer1]

Blackbear tunes.... Can they be removed if I take the truck in for service?

[RyanbabZ71]

Blackbear tunes.... Can they be removed if I take the truck in for service?

 

You can flash back to the factory tune

 

I know what you mean about the sound of AFM kicking in. I put axleback flowmasters on my camaro (brand doesnt matter in this case) and everytime it kicked into V4 it was horrendous.

[Ljrussell94]

 

Blackbear tunes.... Can they be removed if I take the truck in for service?

Yes, you can put it back to stock anytime you want. Then put the tune back on anytime after. I even took it in with the tune a couple times and they never said anything

[bigdeer1]

 

You can flash back to the factory tune

 

I know what you mean about the sound of AFM kicking in. I put axleback flowmasters on my camaro (brand doesnt matter in this case) and everytime it kicked into V4 it was horrendous.

Once it's "flashed back" how do u reactive the tune? Sorry I've never read into detail about Blackbear and how it works... & yes.. U know exactly when that sucker drops into 4 cyl mode... It's how market

Imbarssing.. Once I hear it I just slam on the gas and it eases the pain alittle..... :/

[RyanbabZ71]

Once it's "flashed back" how do u reactive the tune? Sorry I've never read into detail about Blackbear and how it works... & yes.. U know exactly when that sucker drops into 4 cyl mode... It's how market

Imbarssing.. Once I hear it I just slam on the gas and it eases the pain alittle..... :/

 

You flash the modified tune back onto the truck using an autocal (handheld unit).

 

I dont have the V4 issue anymore and it is amazing to drive

[bigdeer1]

 

You flash the modified tune back onto the truck using an autocal (handheld unit).

 

I dont have the V4 issue anymore and it is amazing to drive

How much can I expect to spend on a time + the autocal device

[RyanbabZ71]

From the blackbear website

 

 

AutoCal and EFILive V2 Email Tuning

In addition to our mail order tune service, we offer email tuning

services to accommodate all 1998-2014 vehicles that we support, which

includes any

6 speed automatic

equipped vehicle.

Our AutoCal option permits the purchaser to receive tunes by email

based on logged data. The hardware is yours to keep and can be used on

multiple vehicles*. All of the benefits of our scan cable tune, with the

added benefit of multiple tunes (as needed) and the ability to simply

flash back to stock to take the vehicle in for service.

The AutoCal is priced at $579 for the hardware and service. For details and ordering, click here:

AutoCal

* With purchase of additional service and license

If you already own a V2 or are interested in purchasing one to get

into your own tuning, we offer a tune by email option for you to flash

in with your own hardware. Please

Contact Us

for details and pricing. All V2s purchased directly from our shopping cart will include a free tune by email.

 

 

http://blackbearperformance.com/services.asp

[anthony2558]

hasent there been some issues brought up with the dealer being able to check the flash counter on the new trucks.

[redwngr]

I have also ran a few tanks of e85 along with 87.. Maybe that has something To do with the lack of power causing the truck to constantly shift to keep up... & my mpg has been s$&@... 9-10... It has been cold but c'mon.. Really!? 140 miles left till Empty and that's at a half tank!!

It also 'learns' what fuel you are using, so it's best to stay with the same kind for several refills if you are trying to compare the difference.

 

E85 will give more horsepower, but poorer fuel economy.

[redwngr]

bigdeer, have you tried running with the tow/haul engaged? Did it make a difference?

[ace ventura]

I used to put aftermarket cat backs on and I always felt like i lost low end torque to basically just hear my exhaust. I then would put a cold air intake on and think it was better but not really. I then did the tune from blackbear and that changed everything as far as changing the way the truck shifted, felt, and changed my outlook. When changing to my last truck I just changed the muffler only, tuned it and kept the rest of the piping. No loss in torque and sounded nice. Not sure what to do with the 14 though because its so quiet Its at the other end of the spectrum as far as nice. As my wife says its nice and quiet, rides nice, etc.. for now until I change everything. ha ha.

[bigdeer1]

bigdeer, have you tried running with the tow/haul engaged? Did it make a difference?

No I have not, that crossed my mind yesterday but I never tried.

[bigdeer1]

It also 'learns' what fuel you are using, so it's best to stay with the same kind for several refills if you are trying to compare the difference.

 

E85 will give more horsepower, but poorer fuel economy.

 

Got it. I've read a few threads that have said the same thing about both e85 and 87. I can tell u the truck hates 87 at -15 degrees !!! It was a cold day yesterday

[bigdeer1]

bigdeer, have you tried running with the tow/haul engaged? Did it make a difference?

Just tried it. Surprisingly the truck ran nice! It held a gears longer giving the truck nice power when needed. Funny because I've been averaging 8-9 mpg around town lately but once I hit two haul and noticed the difference in the truck shifting I reset my trip and avg mpg just for fun. To my surprise it drastically improved. The truck holding lower gears to accelerate and finally getting to speed the truck seemed to relax more once at a my desired speed.