Tacoma - OVTUNE - VFTUNER - Update Info and Original Development

If it's related to:
I have a flash kit and want to update my tune
I can't download from flash manager,
Etc

Anything related to flash manager, tune updates, how to get 2.0 etc if not a VF Tuner user, we are not responding to those tickets yet because we are going to be releasing a new system/software.

 

FYI for folks, there is a big shortage in microchips right now, and after this batch we get from our cable supplier, there may be **extended** wait times for more.

It's completely out of our control. For the folks who like to point the finger at any and all delays that happen as if it's directly our fault.

 

@OVTune does this impact the timeline you have in mind for the wifi tuning hardware then?

 

That I do not know.

But what I can say is that *everything* is impacted until we get this new update out.

 

Any update on the vF update you mentioned a few days ago allowing us to prr-register VIN's we've already tuned? Don't want to miss my opportunity when given the chance.

 

A few people are testing it, when they confirm all good we release further

 

Alrighty guys, we are expecting to have this update released end of this week, and I want to clarify a few things ahead of time.


Important information:
- Everyone using vF Tuner is required to update for any future support.
- The previous flash tool will be obsolete / no longer used
- The credit system will change slightly. (credit to unlock ECU, credit to unlock VIN). but you get more credits per price.
- Once a vehicles ECU is unlocked and in our system (VIN, etc) Anyone with vF tuner can flash it. This ensures a vehicle will never need to be licensed twice.
- People with our flash kits not interested in using vF tuner *must* update to our new flash tool when released, for any future support. (free).
- Pro Tuners will have a new flash tool and method for providing remote calibration services
- You can license a ECU/Vehicle in person or remotely via the VIN credit tool.



About our new flash tool :
- It is all integrated directly into our vF Tuner program.
- No more secondary registrations at all. You register with your Master key and you can flash right away
- No more wait times. Master keys are emailed same day as order, and you don't need us for any other steps
- Our flash tool On Gen1 ECUs has our own custom block writing and flash block protocol. It's one of the FASTEST Gen1 Flashing Tools on the planet! You can flash some Gen1 ECUs in as fast as 20 seconds.
- Internet connection is required for crediting and flashing.




You must update to this version if you want access to:
- Additional / updated tables
- Additional / updated controls
- Updated Datalogger
- Any upcoming / future patches
- Our exclusive Map Expansion code - which allows you to reconfigure the size and setup of multiple tables. (convert a 8x8 table into 12x12.. or a 25x17 table into a 32x32!)
- Our exclusive Shift algorithm patch


A bit of FAQ, answered

Why did we decide to change the license structure?
This decision was for multiple reasons. The main reason being is to make this easier for you to use. No more additional steps, no more additional registrations. On top of that, we changed the structure for security reasons. As some of you may know, there has been piracy going on, and some have even gone so far as to sell other users files without their permission.
This new version ensures vehicles are properly licensed and will stop any unauthorized flashing. For the end - user who does not flash multiple vehicles, this costs you nothing.
For the folks providing services to multiple vehicles, pro tuners, etc, there will be a per-vehicle credit requirement.

How much does this update cost me?
This update is completely free. On top of that, all vF Tuner users will be credited an extra 4 software credits so they can license their own truck/vehicle.

What if I have already flashed multiple trucks? Do I have to buy credits for them?
We will be working with folks who have flashed multiple vehicles and credit them for the amount of credits they have purchased. (the amount of credits you have purchased, doubled).

Are credits going to be more expensive?
The price of credits for the software will not change. Instead you will get more credits per order.


I don't have vF Tuner...what do I do?
No worries, if you have our flash kit and don't have or want vF Tuner, we are working on an all new program for you guys too. So that you can still get updates!

Is the price of the software going to change?
The price of our software will be changing slightly going forward. Before, we had to pay registration fees, and such *per* reg.key to a 3rd party.
This is no longer the case and as a result vF Tuner software price will reflect that.

 

So excited!

 

So I may of missed something or nothing has been said about us OFT Handhelds Users? Are there any handheld owners anymore? Just wondering if i need to be doing some sort of switch or not. Id sure love to edit my own tunes and just load them, flash them done with my handheld. The idea of all of it is pretty cool. Id also like to start tuning others and what not.

 

Subbed! Ordering soon as it becomes available.

 

Due to severe weather our server is down.
This may affect downloading, credit processing.

We will be operational as soon as possible.

 

Can you clarify for us with the old flash manager. I only want to be able to apply the correct (and what i have been told, OVTune supplied) 04B33 tune to my truck, will i do this through the new vFTuner you are releasing?

 

I don't have vF Tuner...what do I do?
No worries, if you have our flash kit and don't have or want vF Tuner, we are working on an all new program for you guys too. So that you can still get updates!

 

Thanks Mat. What kind of timeline are we looking at for that (and the tune)? And is this the only option fo me right now to get the 2.0 base tune on my truck (without costing me more)?

 

Is there not a standard tune to slap on? Trying to figure out what exactly I need. I am only familiar with COBB in the past and their OTS tunes. Is there something similar with OV?

 

Yes

 

As an original dongle customer, I sent back the dongle and have vF Tuner from the free upgrade deal. But I've never "spent" any of my initial 5 credits yet.
Is there anything I must do to be sure that I don't somehow "lose" those 5 credits with this new version release?

 

Would you elaborate on this? Will internet be required while going through the flashing process? I'm not generally in range of my wifi when I'm flashing the truck.

 

If you update the new version of the FM is incorporated into the software and it uses the internet to confirm your license, vin, master number and mothers maiden name, number of flashes and vin's flashed. No internet access = do not pass go. Now if you don't upgrade ..... no support (more MAPS and maybe someday tunes) you should be able to use the software as is - with the tunes you have. Could be wrong but time will tell. Probably no reason not to upgrade as long as you have internet service available at all times when you flash.

 

Just pull the truck into the house to flash. Easy peasy.