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Orange County SoCal Area K&D TUNING SERVICE. Now YotaWerx Tunes

Discussion in 'Performance and Tuning' started by TWTaco, Feb 8, 2021.

  1. Nov 14, 2021 at 10:57 AM
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    New Tune Announcement!
    The KDMax Tuning Group (45 Pro Tuners) has been working on and testing a NEW tune!!

    KDMax-Pro

    - More low end torque.
    - Improved gas mileage. Best MPGs so far! (As always, NOT Guaranteed.)
    - Octane learning from 87-93 octane--no more Regular and Premium versions.
    - Improved/smoother shifting.
    - Works with CAI's, Custom Exhausts.
    - 4Lo tested- smooth and strong at low speeds.
    - More user friendly throttle settings/names and just three choices:
    1. Sport throttle- Aggressive, linear (much like our Regular/aggressive now but optimized for less jerky low speed)
    2. Normal throttle- Used for Daily Driving but aggressive and linear (much like the old SLT but optimized and linear)
    3. Lite throttle- Like the Stock/WifeTip throttle but optimized to be linear and smooth
    4. Thoroughly tested by all year trucks.

    Available for 2016-2022 Automatic and Manual Transmission Tacomas
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    Pricing
    ---TunePacks/Files for DIYers---
    New customers- $300
    Existing/past customers- $75 -Just request the new files on your old PM with us (@PapaRee or @TWTaco)

    ----Tuned by one of our Pro Tuners---
    New customers- reach out to your Local KDMax Pro Tuner for pricing.
    Existing/past customers- reach out to your Local KDMax Pro Tuner for pricing.


    You do not have to update from the previous KDMax tune if you do not want to.
    But anyone that does, We suggest a Reset ECU and Clear TCU for a fresh reset then flash the new tune and give it a full tank of gas to settle in.
    It is not required to reset, but letting the computer learn your driving with the new tune would be beneficial.
    If you currently have a custom KDMax tune and want to upgrade, send us a PM and give us a day or two to make the custom files.
    Thanks,
    Kreg and Dave
     
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  2. Nov 14, 2021 at 11:09 AM
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    tclavell Assistant to the Assistant Manager

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    I’m in!!
     
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  3. Nov 14, 2021 at 11:12 AM
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    We had a few early customers tuned with our new KDMax-Pro this weekend.
    Peter @bluelinetaco had his sweet looking VooDo Blue ECU updated and Flashed our new KDMax-Pro Sport throttle tune. Peter was blown away with how well his truck drives!
    Thanks Peter enjoy the new KDMax-Pro tune. Look forward to your feedback! :thumbsup:
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  4. Nov 14, 2021 at 11:21 AM
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    Sam @SaltNStoke came in Saturday to get his 2021 ECU updated and tuned with our new KDMax-Pro tune! After the his test drive he said he was driving a completely different truck and had that giant KDMax smile on his face! Thanks Sam waiting to hear your feedback! :D
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  5. Nov 14, 2021 at 11:28 AM
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    Rich @tacomageek Late last evening came in to get his 2021 ECU updated and have the new KDMax-Pro with Sport throttle! He is building a sweet ride for himself now he has the tune to make it drive as good as it looks! It was good talking trucks with you keep the build going! Looking forward to your feedback after you get some miles on it!
    :bananadance:

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  6. Nov 14, 2021 at 11:41 AM
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    I met up with Shane @1H52019Tacoma in San Diego. He just was relocated from South Carolina to San Diego. He made the journey driving his Tacoma across the country and was completely miserable with how bad the truck performed! Got him updated from from the original 04B30 to the current 04B33 Flashed our new KDMax-Pro- Sport throttle and after his test drive he couldn't believe it was his truck he was driving. He couldn't thank me enough! Your welcome Shane and thank you for your service! Enjoy the new KDMax-Pro tune and please post up your feedback!
    :oldglory:

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  7. Nov 14, 2021 at 8:13 PM
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    For sure!
     
  8. Nov 14, 2021 at 11:18 PM
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    I’m getting gears done next month and then updating my tune I can’t wait!!!! You guys are awesome
     
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  9. Nov 14, 2021 at 11:36 PM
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    Forgive me as I mean no disrespect to US modded Tacoma owners.

    I’m very jealous of ALL potential stock “sleeper” Tacoma owners out there. OMG I’m actually considering returning my truck to stock at some point for the experience!

    Damn You Dave, lol!
     
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  10. Nov 15, 2021 at 10:10 AM
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    For all you new 2022 owners we have KDMAX-Pro tunes available for your trucks!
     
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  11. Nov 17, 2021 at 1:48 PM
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    After driving nearly 1k miles with the K&D tune, I must say it transformed the way I feel about the truck. I completely forgot about the ECT button since the tune does everything for you. Drivability is perfect, this is how the truck should have came from Toyota. Dave was an absolute pleasure to work with too! From now on every Taco owner I meet I will surely be referring them to K&D if of course they already don't have it. Well done!

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  12. Nov 17, 2021 at 2:05 PM
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    GTS Dobinson's lift, 33"-Wildpeak Atw3-18x9 -6 Offset ,265/70/18 tires, Raceline Assault wheels, Backflip G2 bed cover, Magnaflow exhaust, Pro tail lights, Pro fog lights, Pro grille, Raptor grille lights, Predator side steps, RedLine Hood Struts, Toyota bedmat, tinted windows, Retrofitted-BHLM-Amber Halo-Amber DRL-HID headlights, LED Highbeams, LED Hood Scoop lightbar, LED hidden bumper lightbar, LED under hood light, LED Bed lights, LED license plate lights, Tacoma tailgate 3d letters, Tacoma glovebox 3D letters, removed air dam, Custom TRD Sport emblems, Pro Shift Knob with Meso ECT Stealth button, Meso LED dome and map lights, Meso V3 smoked mirror turn signals, Meso Stage 2 Tail lights, Meso Mirror Puddle lights, Meso KC-5 Brake/Cargo light, Meso center console bucket with OG lid, Tailgate PNP kit, Garage door opener button in overhead console, Meso Minimalist keyfobs, Matte black Pro hood decal, KTJO4x4 Led door handle LED lights, Pioneer 6x9 3 way front speakers, Rockford Fosgate 6.75' rear speakers, TacoTunes tweeters, AJT black vent rings, JDM Gas cap cover.
    Thanks Brother! Appreciate the feedback.
    Love that satin wrap!
     
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  13. Nov 17, 2021 at 2:13 PM
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    Thanks for the feedback and kind words! Truck looks sick by the way!
     
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  14. Nov 17, 2021 at 2:38 PM
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    I’m scared to push the ECT and like it waaaay too much. Lol.

    This mod should be the 1st thing every owner should pull the trigger once driven off the lot.
     
  15. Nov 17, 2021 at 3:47 PM
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    I agree 100% :D
     
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  16. Nov 17, 2021 at 6:50 PM
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    Thanks Anthony @Tacofourxfour for coming in for our new KDMAX-Pro tune. Tuned his new 2021 waiting to hear his feedback. Good meeting you enjoy the KDMAX-Pro tune! :bananadance:

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  17. Nov 18, 2021 at 6:08 AM
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    COOL Stuff I can't afford . . . But I bought anyway!
    Ok, got the KD Max Pro about 6 days ago. Drove from NorCal to SoCal to get it.

    Install was super fast, @TWTaco handles all my TSB updates and had me tuned in about 30 min total.

    Have about 650 mi on the tune now. Here’s the rundown:

    -Torque in the low end noticeably increased and very linear feeling.
    -Throttle tip in at its max it so nice to have when you need to hurry up and go from a stop.
    -Gear hunting almost non-existent
    -Truck actually upshifted going up the Grapevine home after only about 3/4 of a tank
    -Trucks holds speed on inclines now without coming out of overdrive
    -Truck will drop out of over drive when lightly accelerating on the highway
    -MPG’s we’re not promised, but here are the shots of my before and after MPGs on the trip.

    trip down to SoCal pre tune:
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    Within 1/2 a tank after tune:
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    after six days on the tune and my commute across the Bay Area during rush hour traffic:
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    Very pleased! KD Tune Smile for days!
     
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  18. Nov 18, 2021 at 8:16 AM
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    Thanks For the feedback Peter! Glad your enjoying the new KDMAX-Pro tune. :D
     
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  19. Nov 18, 2021 at 9:37 AM
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    Awesome. Post this in our other thread too if you don't mind.
    KDMAX-PRO Tune by @PapaRee and @TWtaco | Tacoma World
     
  20. Nov 18, 2021 at 3:35 PM
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    Heath @GoodDogRUGER came by to get some updates done on his 2021. ECU/AGM and updated to KDMAX-Pro. Good seeing you again Heath, enjoy the new KDMAX-Pro tune! Please post up your feedback on the new tune! :thumbsup:

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