First time chip swap and tune: 7747 $42

[Opas69]

I realized that $42-1227747-V5.2.adx and $42-1227747-V5.9.3.xdf are the files to use. These files are loaded with parameter information. THANK YOU to whoever has written and added all that info. I disabled EGR, with the patch provided, since I removed EGR. I disabled Air Diverter. I unchecked Pass EGR. I unchecked Code 32 so I don't get a CEL. I changed stoich from 14.7 to 14.13 because of E10 fuel. I changed Max Spark Allowed from 41.84 to 36. My 5.7L is not too far from stock. 9.4-1 CR, Melling MTC-1 Camshaft, Shorty header w 2 1/2" out the back. I think I am just going to kick up the fuel pressure a few pounds, add a little BPW, fire it up and tune from there. Antone see any problems with me doing this?

[Fast355]

I realized that $42-1227747-V5.2.adx and $42-1227747-V5.9.3.xdf are the files to use. These files are loaded with parameter information. THANK YOU to whoever has written and added all that info. I disabled EGR, with the patch provided, since I removed EGR. I disabled Air Diverter. I unchecked Pass EGR. I unchecked Code 32 so I don't get a CEL. I changed stoich from 14.7 to 14.13 because of E10 fuel. I changed Max Spark Allowed from 41.84 to 36. My 5.7L is not too far from stock. 9.4-1 CR, Melling MTC-1 Camshaft, Shorty header w 2 1/2" out the back. I think I am just going to kick up the fuel pressure a few pounds, add a little BPW, fire it up and tune from there. Antone see any problems with me doing this?

I would not have reduced the spark timing allowed. That setup easily needs that much timing in certain areas. Think low load, higher RPM. I have areas in my 350 Vortec Express van that run 48° of timing. I also would not kick up the BPW. Stay stock or reduce it when you up the pressure.

[Opas69]

I have not started it yet. I will put the timing back and reduce the BPW. If I remember it is 135. Should I reduce it 10%? I do not understand exactly what the BPW and Spark Advance Hack would do for me. Is it strictly for information? Thanks again. I appreciate the help.

[jim_in_dorris]

The spark advance and bpw hack inserts those values into the aldl data stream for monitoring in a data log.

[Opas69]

Getting ready to start my engine tomorrow or Tuesday. I will need to break in the cam. I have a WBO2 in and working. I am hoping that I will be able to run some where around 12AFR for the break in period. Don't want to burn up my ceramic headers. Will it be okay if I wait to adjust IAC and TPS until after the cam break in. Thanks

[Opas69]

I am needing some help. I have loaded an AMUR .bin file into TP5. I have loaded $42-1227747-V5.2.adx and $42-1227747-V5.9.3.xdf data files also. When I call up the dash to see TPS values and battery voltage I have no values. If I look at sensor values it has Bogus info, a high coolant temp, a vacuum value, open loop status and some others. The engine is not running. ALDL is on Com4 and cable checks out good. Any ideas for me?

[lionelhutz]

What's the check engine light doing? It sounds like either the ALDL connection is bad or the chip didn't work.