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    Default What to ask for in a TCM re-tune?

    I am heading over to HPE later today to get some of the TCM settings perfected. My G8 was the first they had done, so I didn't expect perfection on the first try. Anyway, I was trying to go through all the things i'm going to ask for.

    1. Reduced TM about 25% or maybe 50% is that too much?
    2. Slightly more line pressure to firm up the shifts.
    3. Turning off the DOD.
    4. Anything else I'm missing?

    I already have the rev limiter and shift points where i want them.

    All advice is welcomed. Thanks!
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    Normal 40% Sport 30% and manual 20% will make a safe big difference.

    Shifts at 6300 with rev limiter at 6500 so it doesnt run into it at cooler temps.
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    Is that @ 40? or reduced 40%?
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    GRRRRR8, being a master tech and all 40,30,20 is what you would deem a safe, reliable level? Also, do you think increasing line pressure will cause any significant, adverse reactions? On a completely different topic, will steel braided brake lines cause any warranty issues for the ABS, calipers, etc.?

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    Quote Originally Posted by GRRRR8 View Post
    Normal 40% Sport 30% and manual 20% will make a safe big difference.

    Shifts at 6300 with rev limiter at 6500 so it doesnt run into it at cooler temps.
    Is this how Vector sets their tune or?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Devilish34 View Post
    Is this how Vector sets their tune or?
    Vector will customize your tune if you ask.
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    Quote Originally Posted by GRRRR8 View Post
    Normal 40% Sport 30% and manual 20% will make a safe big difference.

    Shifts at 6300 with rev limiter at 6500 so it doesnt run into it at cooler temps.
    LOL, complete noob here, what do those percentages represent?

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    Quote Originally Posted by G8 Ray View Post
    Vector will customize your tune if you ask.
    Yes they will.



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    Quote Originally Posted by GeorgeInNePa View Post

    0/0/0 TM

    Not exactly recommended, BTW.
    Your rear tires will hate you for sure! lol
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