Understanding OTS Tunes and What You Need To Know
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- Опубликовано: 4 июл 2024
- I see a lot of questions that come up regarding OTS Tunes, what one people should use, if one is better than another, why your car is getting reduced DAM, Increased Feedback Knock and Fine Knock Readings. In this video we break all of this down using Cobb Tunings Website as reference regarding MAP notes, what maps to use, when you should get a Protune or an Etune. Hopefully this helps break down the basics of understanding what OTS Tunes are and how they can help you and hurt you at the same time.
Disclaimer: I always suggest using an Etune or a Protune over an OTS Tune, I am also not a professional tuner but do understand how the concept works and what goes into these maps.
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Jesus Christ. I just bought a subi and learned very quickly that all subi guys have their own language.
Eyyyy, congrats on the new pick up 🔥🔥🔥
@@Smeedia got all my parts for a stage 1+
Your video it’s exactly what I needed. I have a 2020 STI deadstock. Just got my accessport and since planning on keeping it stock for sometime just went to a pro tuner and I’m super happy with the results. I was gonna go OTS maps but did follow your advise going to pro tuner. Makes a lot of sense. Thanks man.
Glad the info helped my man! 🙏😁
it always does. Thanks 🙏🙏🙏
You are by far the most knowledgeable person I have come across on YT for our cars! Ty kind sir
Thank you! Appreciate the support 🙏
This video is perfect and exactly what I've been looking for, this is the only channel that's actually reliable for this stuff 🔥🔥🔥
Glad i could get it made for everyone 🙏🙏 ans glad that it helps 😁😁
100% agree ... Great Job, keep it up
Many thanks
Same, owned four so far, and this guy is legit. Trusted
Great video brother! Bought my first STI back in June and I love watching your videos. Just today I bought a new exhaust and I’m planning on getting a COBB intake with their OTS map. My concern so far is that I don’t want my car to be acting weird until I get a proper tune.
Congrats on the car! And mostly likley will not start acting weird, but some cars just don't respond well to them. 🙏
Awesome video! Picked up my first WRX (2006) last year and have been slowly adding modifications. Planning on going stage 2 soon and this video helped me understand OTS maps vs pro tuning and the risks involved. Thanks so much!
Glad that the video helped my man 🙏😁
Just got a 2007 WRX two months ago, AP will be here Monday, nice seeing another Hawkeye!!
Ethan RS congrats on getting a Hawkeye man! I absolutely love mine. Take good care of it and they run forever!
Bro I've been looking for so many clear explanations for this thank you so much!!!!! PERFECT VIDEO
Eyyyy, glad it helped! 😁
I too have to agree with many of the comments here that there are a lot (TONS) of videos out there that are either conflicting, confusing, wrong or all together bad so thank you for being clear concise and on point. Well done. Coming from a long line of Audi S4...I just bought my first ever subaru (2021 WRX Limited) and the ride so far is almost too much fun. The thought of what is to come next is beyond exciting. Thanks so much for putting this out there. Good stuff. [insert goofy happy as a clam emoji here]...
Eyyy appreciate the support and congrats on the car! Always here if ya have questions 🔥
Nice video man. Your comment about older wrx's being more tolerant to OTS maps is correct. Mine is a 2002 with a perrin intake and tbe but hardly any feedback knock or fine learning. It does occur sometimes, but for a split second and always back to 0. It never happens on WOT. My DAM has always been 16
Glad to hear! And thise older ECUs just seem to handle them a bit better
Wow third video in a row I’ve seen and I’m absolutely subscribed now! Wow amazing info
I needed this in my life. I just got an AP, and I’m still getting used to it.
Perfect timing then! Congrats on the new accessport 🙏🔥
This clears up a lot of things about OTS tunes. Thank you
Anytime my man 🙏
Good video. I got a Cobb AP when they first came out (had to wait) in 2004. Ran Stage 1 ots on my wrx from ‘04-‘17, except when I ran Stage 2 ots with a catted dp. Never had an issue. That said, I had no other mods, and the stage 2 downpipe was a bellmouth design required by Cobb.
Been running Cobb Stage 1 ots on my 2010 STi for last 2 years. Car is bone stock. The tune didn’t add any noticeable power gains, but it did get me much smoother and consistent throttle response and overall much better driveability. Stock, my car’s turbo would not have smooth power delivery. It was frustrating to drive. I bought the car used, from original owner, and it was bone stock - not returned to stock. Never modded. Thought about holding off on the tune but in less than a week, I ordered an AP and tuned Stage 1, 91 CA gas tune. Runs great now.
Gotta figure these cars leave the factory with an oem ots tune. A custom tune will get best results, if you find a tuner you can trust - but I find the Cobb ots tunes fine if you are only modded to what they say for the tune. It’s typically a conservative tune too - you’ll get better results from a custom tune if you want to go that route, but I don’t bounce my car off the rev limiter. I drive conservatively, knowing I have the hp to move when I need to. (ok, sometimes I lay into it just for fun... but never have launched the car from a dead stop)
Agreed, the problems really come into play when people deviate from the map notes. Did you have the V1 AP?!
yes I've been researching this for weeks now!! but you nailed it for me thank you!!! I'm in Wisconsin and the weather here is screwy all the time. giving me weird numbers drive after drive I'm going for a custom tune soon.
Glad that the video helped my man! 🙏😁
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@@Bartholomew_VonEsquire_Thee_IV little brother!
Great info...this is my first sti and im learnign alot from this chanel...
Glad that the videos are helping 🙏🔥
Tan-man, just cracked open the AP. This video is really valuable & clear. You are building a library of helpful knowledge. Thanks Man! Ur car looks great in that color.
Thank you! Congrats on the new accessport and glad the videos helping!
As a recently new Ford Focus RS owner. I appreciate your video. I'm new to the whole turbo scene. and don't know what to do and what not to do. thank you very much!
Congrats and jelly on the car my dude! Glad that the videos have helped 🔥🙏
@@Smeedia thanks brother much appreciated 👍❤️ and your Subaru looks f****** amazing ❤️❤️
Thank you 🔥🙏
I'm from the VW/Audi world but the downpipe thing is interesting because, at least for our cars, nearly every OTS stage 2 tune tells you an upgraded cat/catless downpipe is needed.
Good advice bro, I want to get my car down to AWD Performance but haven't had the time.... three years later... yeah so, I'm still on that OTS map, lolz. Keep up the good content dude!
Vohaul214 have you had any problems and which OTS map?
Thanks my man! Hoping that OTS Tune still does you good 🔥😁
@@subiegang4917 The Cobb Stage 1+. I have an invidia N1 and Mishimoto CAI. '16 STi Limited. Run 93 and send it, everywhere.
Needed this ! Love you my dude
Anytime my man 🙏🔥
This was really helpful, thank you for it.
Glad it helped 🔥😁
Hey, I have an 06 WRX with stage 2 mods from previous owner. Sti intercooler, catless downpipe and catback exhaust. I’ve been driving the car for 1200 miles over the course of 3 months and it’s been running smooth. My butt dyno was telling me that it was probably open sourced tune since it was running rich and smooth from what I felt.
I’m getting an accessort this weekend to play it safe and to monitor feedback. Will the Cobb stage 2 OTS tune work with my setup until I’m ready to get etune ?
Thanks Tanner. I needed this. Pro Tune it is.
Glad i could help! 🔥😁
Really good video! Quesiton regarding the stage 2 you mentioned. Is that strictly just adding a downpipe? Or is that downpipe, catback, and the intake? Got some coming in, and want to make sure i dont upload the wrong ots. Befote i get a pro tune.
Totally anecdotal, but my STI had ringland failure on cyl 4 with Stage 1+ SF tune with just a Cobb intake & Nameless catback after several months. SOA agreed to replace the motor after the investigation and working with the dealer. Put the stock airbox back on the car after, and waiting until I have more funds for some more mods before a protune. Great video man and excellent advice.
Sorry to hear but glad that theyre taking care of you 🙏 got a nice dealership with that one!
@@Smeedia yup, Subaru of Wichita was very helpful in working through the process. They also mentioned that being part of the local Subaru community helped my case.
A friend of mine got the same issue on his 2019 STI, never tuned and less than 10k miles.. SOA did investigate and replaced his engine.. this was a weird one for sure..
Kelbaez no doubt... mine is a 2016. Glad he got it covered! Definitely less to discuss with if no mods, but they also look for signs of abuse or racing too.
Wow... u got ringland from just the stage 1 tune n intake? That’s fucking ridiculous ..... I swear that’s just sad af.
I’ve got a mk7 GLI, with all FBO’s. Got COBB AP. I’m probably going to run the OTS for a little until I get a chance to get a pro tune done. I’ve already checked the map notes. I think I should be good for a little. But thanks for explaining how everything is.
How are you liking the GLI? We've been looking at snagging a GTI but easier said than done to find them for a reasonable price 😅
@@Smeedia loving it so much. Rides so nicely and pretty fast. Love all the features it has. And the best it surprising people on how fast it actually is. Also it’s an automatic so I got the DSG ;)
Right now I have a 2016 Lexus IS 200t f sport and I'm running a HPS air intake, ark exhaust, downpipe, HPS charge pipe, and a racechip gets tuning box, do you think I'm better off switching to a high flow catalytic converters ? Also if I do switch to a high flow catalytic converter will my cel go on? Will I be able to pass emissions?
I had 2017 wrx that I ran MAP (modern automotive performance) intake, DP and their stage 2 and had zero issues for 3 years. From the New England area so had similar weather to where they were located. Like you said, not everyone will have the same results, but it ran excellent for me. Had I been down south definitely would've ran a protune for heat and humidity. Now I've gone 20' STi...plan on protune only for this one.😁
Glaf that you had no issues and a protune should do your new STI nicely 🔥😁
This video is very helpful thank you . Just got a lapis blue pearl 18 Sti car came with borla cbe and Cobb intake and no AP . Original owner says he never had a AP or tune according to salesman as I ask him to call him to verify . Knowing me cobb intake no tune freak me out bought a AP , waiting for my laptop to get here this week . My question is I’m not planning on doing anymore mods besides buying a Cobb air box since the car only has the Cobb intake . What map should I run ? Stage 1 or 1 + . Car has Cobb intake ( buying airbox soon) and borla exhaust)
I just bought a 2015 WRX, and the previous owner already had a stage 2 +big sf COBB tune all ready to go. He had it catless and the dealership couldn't sell it without putting cats on. Then I learned, like you said in the video, I should look up what parts the COBB tune asks for. Now, I have to get it in the shop to put high flow cats on, cause the dealership ones aren't cutting it. I'm afraid to let loose with it not having the right parts.
Definitely make sure you've got the right parts on there 🙏 those cats wouldent do anything harmful aside from reduce exhaust flow 😖
What tune would you recommend for my 2015 dsg Volkswagen gti, I already have apr stage 1 and I’m ready for stage 2
I came across your video today. I purchased a 2019 WRX with COBB mods on it already including Catback exhausts. I am currently seeking a COBB accessport to find out the amount of tuning on the car if any.
Sweet SRT4, i had one and loved it
I recently bought an 2020 STI, I was watching all your videos but I’m not sure what I need. Is my daily drive but I’m a little disappointed of the stock performance so I would like to install an exhaust, air filter, blow off valve and I’m assuming a pro tune. Could you help me? What will you suggest?
What is a good way to just get more induction noise that doesn’t require a whole lot of tuning and is safe? I’ve looked into the COBB SF intake and it seems like the thing I’m after. Do you have any recommendations or better ways to increase induction noise on a 2019 STI all stock? I wish they made an SPF intake for newer models like they did for the 04-07 sti gens
SF intake will get you the sound 🔥 you can run the stage 1 map with thr intake without issue
Hitting that sub button. Thanks for the vid!
Appreciate the support and have a good 4th!
Hey out of curiosity, where do you go to get your pro tunes? I’m asking because I’m pretty sure we live around the same area and I wanna find a good place to tune my car.
I get mine done by Chris at surgline tuning in portland OR 🙏 super awesome shop and a very good tuner!
Tanner! I finally got my accessport today.
I have a OTS tune. APR. It was flawless stage 1 but when I went IS20 tubo with tune I started having high rpm WOT misfires. This is for 2015 VW golf 1.8T FWD auto. I'm still trying to figure it out or find a better suited option.
Grate info bro , thank you!
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Great stuff as usual. One question- what if i'm running 93 OTS stg 1+ but there's no 93 available. Can I safely creep back home on a couple o litres of 91?
You should be able to use the 91 OTS map, if its not on your AP you can download it off of Cobbs website 🔥
Have a question. Haven’t seen it in a video yet. Buying a 09 wrx hatchback, and was curious to know if I could run a HKS ssqv on an OTS
Great video! You helped me chose the accessport over stand alone. I have a stage 1 kit on the way for my 2017 with 24k on it. A Cobb Silver dealer (Quantum-Performance) is doing the install, they've recommended the OTS map as the first step with the SF intake. They've advised me to try it out, despite the fact I would have had them do the 3 port EBCS, and FF kit as well. Not having read the manual, my impression is that I'll leave the v3 plugged in and it collects all the relevant data, which is then analyzed and the tune adjusted as desired or with new hardware?
You don't need to leave it plugged in if you dont want to. Think of thr AP as a a display for your PC.
The ECU is the PC and the AP is the display. All data will be stored in the ECU regardless if thr AP is plugged in 🙏
Do you recommend stage 1+ ots tune from maperformance or Cobb? I’m looking for the one that keeps it as reliable as possible. I have a 2020 wrx premium
Did you ever find out?
Got stage 1 and stage 1+ mixed up, but I'd still recommend a protune
If you add a different part should you swap to the stock tune until you get a pro tune?
i just got a v3 accessport for my 2011 wrx. I have a stock air box (with a k n n air box filter) and a stock downpipe with a custom exhaust job. what tune should i use OTS on my accessport?
Hey brother nice video..just bought 15 sti with 100k it has Cobb intake exhaust..not sure what kind yet..has burnt blue tips and maybe some other modes but not sure since bought from dealer..no accesport was with car but I have one..I was told on wrx that once I did big sf intake I needed to use that map selection or engine light may turn on..this sti has no engine light and don't know if it's been pro tuned..should I try accessport?
Could I run a grimmspeed intake with a cobb stage 1+ ots tune? And do you know of any good protuners around the Spokane area, because I’m from Northern Idaho.
Im thinking about getting an AP with OTS just to get rid of the rev hang and better throttle response. Im not going to put any other parts on, will the OTS still be safe? for the long run?
For that you shouldn't have any issues 🔥🙏
Hey smeedia so my 2020 sti just has a cat back exhaust what ots tune should I run ?
If you buy a used WRX and it doesn't have the AccessPort is there a way to know or tell if a tune has been added? Also, are there other Access Ports besides Cobb?
I can't wait to get my pro tune and get off stg 2 cobb :)
Yessss 🙏🙏🙏
Overall I've had a positive experience on the Cobb stage 1 map. My only modification under the hood is an AOS and I don't buy cheap gas. The stage 1 doesn't really add any power but it's a huge improvement in the smoothness of power delivery. It's a great driving feel mod. However I will not be continuing with the Cobb maps when I begin to mod for power.
Smart idea 🙏 glad to hear that your car has not been having any issues with it 🔥
thanks man this comment helps just as much as the video itself. I'm studying automotive technology but I'm going at this alone with my 2017 base wrx ... I don't want to increase hp I really just want to smooth it out and make a few small alterations to the gearbox so for now I think cobb stage 1 is enough for me. the wrx is my daily driver I have two years left paying on it and I dont want dealerships playing with me damaging sensors and then trying to charge me for diagnosis/repair
I've noticed in my 2020 using the cobb otc 91tune the DAM drops a bit when using the A/C on longer drives even pumping in 93 octane. Any idea if the pro tunes or etunes will still have lower DAM numbers when using A/C on hot days?
Ive only had it happen for a brief moment when doing a pull at WOT. It shouldent happen qith a protune though
Getting COBB stage 1+ tune, with all the items coming from COBB. Evetuenlly will get pro tune, but for now this will feel good
Solid upgrade over stock! 😁😁
Also, i will be running the OTS tune for a short period of time, i have a appointment with STimikey on April 5th. Is there anything you recommend me to download on the AP other than the stage 1+ map or i should be fine with just the stage 1+ map. But What map do i run? I got the intake with no box.. so i’m confused now 😣
this is my first time doing this , i’m new to the car modding scene Lol.
You'll be okay using thrbOTS tune just keep in mind whatever companies parts your using, use their tune 🙏
Very very very informational
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Might sound dumb just getting into this but if I start with a OTS tune and go to a pro tune can u still leave the access port plugged in to monitor everything or does it mess up the tune.
Yes you can 🙏
I don’t even know what an OPS tune or whatever you call it is, but I’ve had no problems whatsoever. Definitely recommend
It will vary from car to car and location to location. As long as you follow the MAP notes they can be okay.
O.T.S = Off the shelf
@@Smeedia I’ve been running my COTS prune for like 6 minutes and it’s working flawlessly
@@Smeedia just giving you a hard time man, you made a comment about people saying their ots tunes run perfectly fine in the video 😂
@@Smeedia one month owner of an 18 wrx, been listening to all your videos at work, love the content!
Lmao I was about to say this dudes trolling hard right now 😅😅😅
@smeedia I just got my AP from MAPerformance. My 18 WRX is stock besides axle back exhaust.. would I be fine with running the tune they provide?
Which tune of theirs? 🙏
im planing on upgradingf my 08 sti, i have ordered AOS,getadomstune cooling mod and killer b oil pickup to make it more reliable, but when it comes to power mods can i install a cold air intake, equal lengh headers and cat back and still be safe with my oem fuel system?
Yes the 08 fuel system is capable of handling that, i would at least suggest a fuel pump though
I have an upgraded HPFP and intake but stock downpipe. Should I use the stage 2 tune ?
Just pulled the trigger on my first AP yeah boi!!
Eyyyyy, congrats!!!!
Any issues?
@@anthonyruan6976 Not really. It's honestly super useful to have for troubleshooting the health of your car too. I figured out I had a boost leak on my charge pipe from analyzing the data logs...there was no CEL so I wouldn't have known otherwise.
Got Cobb stage 1+ on my 2014 wrx so I’ve only got the intake and the corresponding 98 tune (and that’s what I fill it up with here in aus). I saw on the Cobb website that I should be getting 17.5 psi of boost but I’m getting up to 18.5, should this be a concern?
Youll naturally get a little more boost, i wouldent overly worry but if you see odf values coming off i would back off the throttle a little
I have a 19 wrx and just got my accessport and am only going to put in the Cobb cold air intake am I good with the ots map? Later ima get a j pipe and catback exhaust but for that ima get it dyno tuned.
You'll be good with thr OTS Map 🙏
Super good job
Question so on my bone stock wrx stock intake should I use stage one tune or stage 0 ots? Look online and people running stage one bone stock just not to sure now?
Stage 0 is what I'd suggest until you get an intake 🙏
I have 2019 STI with a cat back exhaust with Cobbs intake on a stage 1+ OST... It feels good. Should I worry since I am not so modified?
I'd swap over to the normal stage 1 map, but if its not giving you any issues you can just leave it 🙏
so i just got a 2020 wrx and it came with a cobb intercooler and cobb intake and charge pipe aswell as an exhaust...should i go accessport or pro tune?
Personally would suggest a protune 🤙
My OTS tune has been running great on my 2021 STI
Glad to hear 🔥
Another great video! Random question as I’ve been curious, have you ever thought about installing a 2 or 4-post lift in your garage (granted IF you have the height clearance)?
I have, and sadley the garage is too short to do so 😖
It not the height clearance, it's the supporting structure below it and any hydraulic/electric/pneumatic subsystems High-strength double digit ton holding steel beams and members are really heavy. A normal footing under a garage would crack, shift and buckle, because you're using things weighing a few tons to hold other things weighing several tons.(It has to reliably hold 2 to 6 tons with a safety margin of no less than double. I've been a blacksmith for 20 years and my power hammer is 1/3 the size of a garage lift. I had to locate it on a footing type originally designed to bear boilers for steam systems. If I had to do that,( granted the impact side of things isn't the same) they'd need a footing not much less beefy. He'd be digging yards down into whatever is under there.
Just got a 2020 wrx. Only planning on putting air intake and cat back. Will OTS be good...I drive lots of highway miles. Liken it stuff man. I'm brand new to this stuff
OTS should be just fine 🙏 congrats on the car!
I’m new to Subarus. What tune would you need for an intake downpipe? Do you pay for a pro tune after installing parts? How do you e tune. If there’s no ots map for downpipes. I can’t find anything, I’m also a noob! Someone give me a answer lol
Who do you recommend for a e-tune?
Got a Cobb 20g and Cobb Intake on my 2013 Sti, what map would I run? Jus ordered my AP.
Either an Etune or Protune, there are no OTS Maps that support that turbo
i got a stage2+ LWG with
mishimoto intake
remark catback single exit
invidia j pipe
im glad to say i rarely have feedback knock
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your the best thanks!!
Eyyyy, appreciate the support 🔥
I'm thinking of running a stage 0 on my 17 wrx just to clear up the rev hang and give it a tiny bit more power. Would you recommend really going for a pro tune for that or is it minimal enough to just safely do ots?
If your just wanting to remove the rev hang and add a small bit of power the OTS Tune will work fine 🙏
@@Smeedia bless you for replying to this old a video!
Your camera work is really impressive, video quality stands out, thank you for the great videos
@@Smeedia would you recommend buying it from anywhere specific? I saw if I buy it from MAP I get their tune free, should I do that or are there better options?
Just uses Cobbs OTS tune, comes with the AP and works well for an OTS Tune 🙏 and anytime! 🔥🙏
How do you keep your engine so clean?! When you had the shot with the hood lifted, I couldn’t spot a single spec of dirt! But seriously, can you clean your engine with water, I’ve heard you have to be careful, but mine gets decently dusty and I don’t know what to use? Besides cleaning every individual part with a damp rag I guess.
The hood vents let in a lot of water and helps keep dirt off but every now and then I just wipe it down 😅 you can just cover your alternator and battery 🙏
Do you need a OTS tune when putting engine mods on my 2019 wrx?
You can use an OTS tune and you will need to tune for most parts
What is the best way to etune a 2019 wrx and what the best tuning system to use
I would suggest Ambott or Brenn tuning
This guy don't miss
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I honestly wanted the AP just to get rid of the dang rev hang in my WRX and give me some way to monitor essentials. Stage 1 Cobb has been fine since i have nothing but a catback, though I did have DAM drop a little while ago (probably bad gas). I DO want to get on an etune soon but I want to at least get an intake and do some of my first important maintenance to make it worthwhile. I'll probably swap to the 91 octane cobb tune soon even though i have 93 in my area. It just makes sense in case i travel and cant get such high octane.
Not a bad idea, and bad gas is always a possibility for reduced dam 🙏
Can I use Reflash Only: River-91 oct-High
Boost-Final With POPS AND FLAMES
Hey man, Im planning to buy an invidia divorced catless dp. Is it ok to have a divorce catless dp with a Cobb ots tune? Specifically for my 2007 wrx.
Keep in mind that Cobb tunes are made for Cobb parts so expect to have some values that are not ideal. Also that all OTS Maps are made for catted downpipe as well. Multiple suggestion would be to buy a catted downpipe.
With catless you'll also be subject to boost creep
Quick question looking at a stage 1 drivetrain package for my manual 2017 wrx and seen some reviews on the cobb package and dont wanna buy something that doesnt work. I know you recommended boomba short shifter but wanted to get bushings and all to figured cheaper to buy kid any suggestions
Personally not a fan of Cobbs shifter, used them in thr past and they work great but overall not the best. I do believe that boomba offers the bushings as well
@@Smeedia okay i found it all now cobb had the whole kit which made it a little easier but reading some reviews and seen some guys had trouble with installing on there 2017 wrx like mine so wanted to avoid any install problems
I'm one of those guys who's been using the OTS tune for years with good results so far with my 2018 WRX. Using the Cobb stage 0 93 OCT no mods. If I was to start modding I would start with a catback exhaust (stage 2). At that point I think I'd probably spring for a pro tune, from what I've heard the Cobb OTS tune is not that great once you start doing serious mods.
That is correct, anything past stage 2 really gets dicey. Glad to hear that you've had minimal issues though! 🙏🔥
You need a TURBO BACK exhaust to run Stage 2. A catback doesn’t change the hp. That said, I’m not familiar with mods on the FA engine, but stage 2 has always required a downpipe (J pipe on the FA?).
@@stephen3164 You're correct. To push power on these cars you need a J Pipe. Catbacks and axlebacks do not need a tune. (As per Smeedia, and many others.)
Can I run a Cobb access, port, and a colder intake without a pro tune?
I'm in the north west Olympia area looking for a pro tuner how might I find one?
I have a 2017 wrx limited, with nothing but the upgraded sti performance exhaust that came from the factory. Are you saying that if I did use a OTS tune to use Stage 0 instead of stage 1?
Yes in that case you would do stage 0, state 1 is going to be for an intake
@@Smeedia Okay cool, cause I know they offer a Stage 1 and a stage 1+ and for the map notes on stage 1 it shows stock stuff and catback I'll definitely run the 0 just to be safe.
i have a 2016 wrx premium and i am new to cars. my car feels like it has a powerband and it hesitates when im around 4k rpm and once it gets to abt 5k rpm it flys. how to i fix this? I am running stage 2 frn 91oct
Love it,love the car
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so i have the accessport with a 2019 wrx and when i upload a file its saying im gonna overwrite another file???? is this normal?
You said no company makes OTS tunes for catless downpipes? Love the video but when i was on an OTS map i was running Stage 3 for the ST and its for a catless downpipe
With thr EPA Crackdown now I suspect that any that are still out there have been pulled down so people can't download them now 😖
Prior I had never seen any for subarus that were made for catless, only catted
Should I use a 93 stage 1 plus lwg tune I just have axle back muffle delete map intake and boomba bpv
Yes 🙏
Hello. Is any can help me. I got aftermarket inteck. But I got a code P0300 and P0171. Do I need access port. To fixed it? ?? Thank you.
Hey man I’m trying to get a etune which one do you recommend i got a 2018 wrx with a stage 2+ ots tune from Cobb
Also I am running a cat less down pipe
No one will be able to tune with a catless downpipe not on accessports. I'd suggest thr grimmspeed catted one. But Ambott is great for the wrx platform 🔥
my question is, will Cobbs OTS maps compensate for things like, say, if you happen to get a tank of "bad gas" completely unbeknownst to you, like the stock tune will just in order to keep things safe? very curious, thanks!
Yes your DAM will drop reducing your ignition tables. 🙏
@@Smeedia gotcha! thank you, i appreciate your reply. to add, i have a 2021 STi and im thinking of eventually going with cobbs stage 1 + kit (AP with SF intake and box, and running their matching appropriate map of 93 octane & normal waste gate. i can readily get 93 octane from a top tier fuel station where i live)
i already have a crawford V3 AOS and the GetaDomTune Cylinder 4 coolant hose mod. i dont drive the pants off the car, and i dont track it, just want the induction and turbo noises, to add, and do 2000 mile oil & filter changes (overkill i know, but the sti is also my 2nd vehicle). but, in your opinion , do i need any further supporting mods to completely safely run the cobb stage 1 + with my desired map? like, should i get a killer b pickup tube or perrin oil cooler, and koyo radiator because im now asking for more of the car? or is the stock stuff sufficient to handle the intake and tune with my already installed AOS and Cylinder 4 mod. thanks in advance. would appreciate your input
@@kcm732 bro im in the same boat, 2021 sti limited, and want turbo sounds. honestly it is easy to revert it back to stock, but the cobb stage 1+ with the intake is actually better than the stock intake apperantly. and if you run the 91 ots tune instead of 93 you also get extra knock protection. i would say send it man. its not like your modding the car by a huge margin, nor are you actually really increasing any performance.
What protuners do you recommend to go in the Washington area?
Surgeling tuning, PRE, English Racing, Intec Racing 🙏🔥