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Computers/PCs => General Computer Forum => Topic started by: Cougar8775 on January 19, 2005, 01:05:27 PM

Title: computer tuning(car) with your laptop...
Post by: Cougar8775 on January 19, 2005, 01:05:27 PM
now i would like to know from everyone where i can get the hardware/software to tune engine computers with my laptop and all the good stuff? also i was wondering if my car is the eec 4 system can't i just swap out this engine comp for one from lets say a so or even a ho 5.0? i know its a dual question thread but those are the two questions that have been burning in my head. sorry.
Title: Re: computer tuning(car) with your laptop...
Post by: Ifixyawata on January 19, 2005, 04:15:15 PM
The 86+ HO's, if that's what youre talking about, were SEFI, much different.  You'd have to change over all the sensors, intake manifold, fuel pump and everything to use newer components.  It would be a worthwhile, but very involved conversion.

As your car stands (CFI) I'm not sure that there exists any tuning capability.  My guess is no.
Title: Re: computer tuning(car) with your laptop...
Post by: V8Demon on January 19, 2005, 09:05:50 PM
It's possible, but would involve a lot of work.  If you have the time, money and desireto do so I say go for it.  As far as bang for the buck it would probably be more cost effective to switch from CFI to carburated. As far as what carb/intake/heads/cam to use ask yourself how much power are you looking to make and do you want a stump puller or high end screamer.