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Tacoma ECU Tuning for 4.0L

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by OVTune, Jun 14, 2017.

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  1. Nov 12, 2017 at 7:06 PM
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    Stupid question...
    I take my truck to the dealer for regular service and if there is an update to the ECU, what will happen?
    Do the dealers completely flash on some sort of update or do they "software patch" what is there? Curious if they can/will kill the whole ECU.
     
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  2. Nov 12, 2017 at 7:10 PM
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    Do your own shit. Its rewarding and cheaper. You know whose grubby hands have been on your truck
     
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  3. Nov 12, 2017 at 7:42 PM
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    Very, very, very doubtful.

    The handheld tuners can flash-back to factory specs, if you're super worried.
    Flash to OEM for service, flash back to your specs afterwards.
     
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  4. Nov 12, 2017 at 8:53 PM
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    It will over write your tune. So no need to do updates after you flash the ecu... By now there are no updates that you would really need.
    The tune changes the factoring settings so a factory update would most likely not be needed.
    I'm sure if a dramatic updates would happen OVT will incorporate it in updates, but that's more likely on 3rd gens not 2nd gens...
     
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  5. Nov 12, 2017 at 9:15 PM
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  6. Nov 13, 2017 at 7:00 AM
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    Thanks all.

    I got 8 more years of free maintenance, that cost a fortune, too old to do that stuff anymore.

    I think I'll flash to stock and then revert after.
     
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  7. Nov 13, 2017 at 7:01 AM
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    Okay right on. I seriously wouldnt worry about it.
     
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  8. Nov 13, 2017 at 8:19 AM
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    OVtune, is the second gen Tacoma going to be included in your plans? I am interested in seeing the cam control strategy.
     
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  9. Nov 13, 2017 at 8:26 AM
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    This is for the second gen tacoma. :confused:
     
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    Excited for the hp/mpg results
     
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    Where have you been?
     
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  12. Nov 13, 2017 at 8:57 AM
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    Yes, sorry. I saw the post where it was for 3rd gen. I see now it is for both. I am running Haltech anyway, but still interested in this if it can do what the stand alone can and keep my traction control or VSC light off.
     
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  13. Nov 13, 2017 at 3:17 PM
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    Wait a tick.. Black Friday will be here before we know it! TunerTime will soon be upon us!
     
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  14. Nov 14, 2017 at 8:28 AM
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    Really want to get the handheld tuner while it's available but I can't get myself to buy it without knowing the performance/driving benefits
     
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  15. Nov 14, 2017 at 8:31 AM
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    Check out the 3rd gen tuners he made.
    They’re getting something like 20+ ft lbs of torque gains down low/mid range.
    Obviously it’s a different engine, but I suspect similar results.

    Read this thread:

    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/ovt-flash-on-a-2010-tacoma.500463/

    Sounds worth it to me.
     
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  16. Nov 14, 2017 at 8:40 AM
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    Been reading the crap out of that thread, I'm hoping for better low end torque as well as better shifting between 4th and 5th.

    I think it'll be worth it, just want more power!! :angrygirl::angrygirl::angrygirl: Curious to see how much an N/A with bolt ons will put down!
     
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    I’ve got every Bolt-on except a SC (which will be done next year.)
    URD True CAI w/ MAD calibrator, long tube headers, with full exhaust, and a intake plenum spacer. Assuming I can fix my current drivability issue(s) (02 sensor problems, and lagging- may be related.)

    The truck is WAY quicker compared to stock. I’ll be doing a before and after dyno run once I get my handheld.
    Hopefully that will give you the info you need.
     
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  18. Nov 14, 2017 at 9:09 AM
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    that would be great! I'm also hoping OV comes out with Dyno numbers once everything is completed.
     
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  19. Nov 14, 2017 at 9:51 AM
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    Exact same thought process I have. The rep is good, but I've seen other well-rep'd vendors that have trouble delivering. Just waiting myself. No disrespect to OP, but, for me, "trust, but verify".
     
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  20. Nov 14, 2017 at 9:55 AM
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    Not a problem at all, and no worries for anyone this isn't our only time we will offer this. This is just our introductory deal to the 4.0 owners. We will be around a long time and will be developing everything we can
     
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