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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. Aug 20, 2021 at 2:48 PM
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    jbtaco2002

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    has anyone moved from the 87 KDMAX tune to the 91 tune, and if so notice any difference in performance or fuel economy?

    i'm really liking SLT, any more "responsive" and it would be too much for me

    thanks

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  2. Aug 20, 2021 at 3:50 PM
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    I have run both tunes currently back on 87. The difference is a little better mpg and feels a bit smoother thru the gears. With the cost of 91 I would just stay on 87 then you can run 91 whenever you want.
     
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  3. Aug 21, 2021 at 12:06 PM
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    Chris came in this morning with the family to get his 2017 updated and KDMax tune with SLT throttle tip in. Yeah it is raining in SoCal !
    Enjoy the KDMax Tune Chris.

    K&DTRUCK98.jpg
     
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  4. Aug 21, 2021 at 3:32 PM
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    Alex called me wanting his 2019 Tacoma tuned today ASAP! He showed up in 30 minutes drove off 15 minutes later with that KDMAX smile on his face!:D
    Was happy to take care of you today Alex enjoy the KDMax tune!

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  5. Aug 21, 2021 at 4:26 PM
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    Thanks Again Dave, enjoying my tune all the way home :101010:
     
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  6. Aug 21, 2021 at 5:00 PM
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    Glad your enjoying the KDMax tune! :cheers:
     
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  7. Aug 22, 2021 at 4:49 PM
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    Which KDMax tune is liked by most Auto with 5.29 + 33s (Regular/LT/SLT or WTp)?
     
  8. Aug 22, 2021 at 5:35 PM
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    It really depends on your driving habits. But i think the majority go with LT for better throttle control off road with 5.29's.
     
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  9. Aug 22, 2021 at 11:51 PM
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    I have
     
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  10. Aug 23, 2021 at 1:25 PM
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    Anyone in Norcal does this?
     
  11. Aug 23, 2021 at 1:35 PM
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    You maybe able to hook up with our tuner in Reno. Here is the KDMax tuner map to help you find someone close to you at the moment we do not have anyone in Norcal.
    KDMax Tuning Group - Google My Maps
     
  12. Aug 24, 2021 at 6:50 AM
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    I did get the tune about 6 months ago, had less than 500 miles on the truck. I have a few questions.

    I noticed on 2 hour long drives the throttle/tranny tends to go more towards low RPM vs agressive throttle and i REALLy have to stomp on the pedal to get an upshift. Is this the way it is or do i possibly have some issue with the truck.

    Also, I tend to like an upshift when i just lightly touch the pedal. not sure if we can even revisit/adjust and fine tune this tune to me. Let me know i can drive down as last time you came here.
     
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  13. Aug 24, 2021 at 8:21 AM
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    Yes we can set up a time and day. Will send you a PM.
     
  14. Aug 24, 2021 at 2:39 PM
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    Dave,

    Since we were never able to link up before (in July), is there any chance you can come up toward Santa Clarita sometime in the near future?

    thanks,
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  15. Aug 24, 2021 at 4:30 PM
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    Hey Keith I am trying to get an open day on the weekend to head up your way. I will let you know here soon. I will try to leave Saturday the 4th open if that works for you?
     
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  16. Aug 24, 2021 at 4:59 PM
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    hey hey! I’m off that day. Can I join in on this? I can meet up also
     
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  17. Aug 24, 2021 at 5:12 PM
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    Yes for sure! Will get something setup to meet you.
     
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  18. Aug 28, 2021 at 1:43 PM
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    Roger came in this morning from San Pedro to upgrade from the K&D custom tune to our current KDMAX tune. Thanks for coming in Roger waiting to hear your feedback! Good seeing you again. :D :thumbsup:

    Screenshot 2021-08-28 at 13-38-51 Orange County SoCal Area K D TUNING SERVICE PapaRee TWTaco.jpg
     
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  19. Aug 28, 2021 at 1:48 PM
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    Stephen @spark4 came back in to have his throttle tip in lowered from LT to SLT. He is running 5.29's LT was a little to much for the wife to handle. Let me know how you both like it now.
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  20. Aug 28, 2021 at 1:54 PM
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    Ismael came in with his family this morning it was nice meeting him and his family. Ismael had a Y pipe and a new intake installed recently and was getting CEL we corrected this and should not be an issue anymore. Updated ECU and KDMAX tuned!Look forward for some feedback.:thumbsup:

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