We have a distributor here in South Africa so I am going to him tomorrow. I am adding a delicious tuning flex fuel kit as well with a PLM UEL catless header and a full custom 76mm exhaust system.
From my research Ecutek is best with FI setups, more options, more protection and more functions. If you running NA, then OFT will be the best option to go. OFT can be used for FI setups, but not as comprehensive as Ecutek
Don't waste your time with canned tunes. If you aren't getting a dyno tune or sending data to a remote tuner, you are probably not making more power and you could also be putting unsafe parameters into your ECU.
@@omardgardiner2225 Never did lol, had the car for roughly 8 months, did TRD catback, a front pipe and got rid of it since I also owned an E92 M3 and that was my priority. Honestly, if you ask me today, I'd say just run it stock, power gains on this platform just isnt worth the cost. If I had to pick one I'd go with dynotune, since the OFT is a canned tune that's very generic and conservative. Ecutek is essentially a device that allows someone to tune your car remotely but you're gonna have to drive the car for datalogging before, and after the tune, essentially what the tuner would have done on the dyno. Cheers.
Depends on what modifications you’re planning on doing, if you’re planning on doing more than e85, headers, exhaust and simple stuff like that, then go ecutek, if you’re planning on staying within that realm, just go openflash
I have a 17 370Z. I only have a cat back exhaust, throttle spacers, and some drop in air filters. For the level 1 rune do I just download the maps and go? I understand tweaking is necessary for forced induction, but as far as a largely stock car goes, is this something the average person can do themselves?
I think a video would be a good idea comparing. If you boost get an ecutek or plan on it down the road. That was all I needed to know to make the choice.
So, since you said the license is tied to the ECU, If I bought an 86 with an ecutek racerom tune but don't have the ecutek physical connectors and want to change the tune, would I need to buy the connector?
So I switched to flex fuel. And my tuner is amazing and they’ve been dealing with Ecutek for two months now saying my fuel trims are maxing out and cars running rich. Apparently Ecutek is having issues on there programming side to fix it. It’s aggravating. They’ve been slow to respond.
so do i need to do stage one first, im new to all this and want to do this, also on the website there is a boost tune what is the difference between that and stage two?
You could infinitely retune it right? The license is essentially connected to the car. Also if you buy one with a pre set tune could you change that to another one?
So I see some add ons when I go to add to cart (was looking at the stage 2 for a UEL) Would I need the unit ($250) and the hardware ($400) or just the unit if I am sending in data??
I have 2016 370z nismo as well. I do have a question though…i have added the Stillen 3 inch CAI and the AAM Resonated short tail. Do you recommend to get her tuned perhaps with the Ecutek since i am not planning on getting Catback on long tube headers anytime soon. Thanks
Question, I dont have the ecutek originally used to tune my car, im planning to get a new ecutek to get tune revision, do i need to buy an ecutek with license again or just the ecutek without license???
If you have a map for 91( lets call that map 1), but you want to use E85, can you just use the flex fuel setting to run e85 on map 1? OR do you have to make a new 'map 2' for running a performance map for e85
My tuner tuned my sti with one of these , Q: if I bought another tuning device from another brand , will I be able to tune my car with same license I have in my ecu ?
lets say I wanted to buy right now. I would need the interface cable, the license as well as my preferred tune package (stage 1/2/e85 ect.)? Is the tune license necessary if it's only being used on one car? Theres no description on what the license is needed for on ecutek. Great video otherwise! love the content!!
The license is pretty much a small usb flashdrive you get, that will connect to your computer and it'll put the license onto your ecu so the Ecutek program can recognize your car when you connect to your obd2 port. So yes license is required or else the program won't work for you.
I have a 2013 turbocharged brz, it has an avo turboworld stated 2 kit, cold air, full exhaust. My car doesn’t like going past 4K rpm it struggles and seams like the boost is freaking out. I can’t get into a dyno due to covid, does anyone think this will help?!?! I’m in Australia btw
So if I get an ecutek license, do a base tune to get a car drivable with big injectors etc. (I’m familiar) then take it to a pro to get it dialed in for a max power tune, I only need one license for two tuning sessions?
Yeah but you should really upgrade the heat exchanger. Some tuners won't touch it unless you upgrade the cooling. Best situation is to get a heat exchanger, cai, cat back exhaust and ecutek tune.
@@jeffkelly9197 - hey man ! So I have a 2015 G37 Infiniti , I’m wanting to do this ecutek tune , I only have a little muffler delete and 2 performance reasonators with just 2 K&N drop ins. I should probably get the heat exchanger before doing the ecu flash ecutek tune ?
@@devilman8347 - right on ! So seeing your comment makes me want to move forward with this EcuTek! however do u think its fine if I end up doing it here through the z1 motorsports ? I only have a have a muffler delete with 2 performance resonators & K&N drop ins on my 2015 G37. Wondering if I need to change the heat exchanger before the tune ? Or cats should be fine ? Cuz basically I’m stock asf lol.
@@dcmasta123 z1 is pretty good. When I did my first tune in Los angeles by Shawn church I only had muffler delete and ecutek and I got 410 whp and 450 torque. I would finish all your installs so you don't have to go and retune again . Tuning is addicting I'm on my third tune and that's because I didn't take my own advise and install all my parts first. Right now I have ams intake ams heat exchanger , ams full racing pipe, hks bov, ecutek , z1 touring exhaust .
Mr. Wiggles you’re right. I looked it up and it looks like they use the ecutek as well. My apologies for being uninformed. Must be a pretty good platform. It’s amazing how much improvement you can get out of the 86 with just a tune.
@@gryphon123456 No worries. You can get quite a bit of improvement out of the FA20, despite all of the naysayers. However, it won't be an F20C or K24 where it makes insane power NA. That's just the design flaw... or better yet, lack of honing Subaru does with their motors. Still, I love my BRZ and love beating the piss out of it!
I have been on a Safe tune for 2 years, My Boost Cut is at 17Lb's, I'm ready to break my CVT.. I'm still on a stock Turbo on a 2011 Juke Who can I reach out to to get my Juke Re-Tuned and set at 20/21PSI of Boost?? This is the guy I need to talk to right here.. ?? I am sure he already has a stage 2/3 Map for a Nissan Juke.... ((Willing To Pay!))
Recently got my hands on a 2013 crosstrek XV. I’ve seen a guy on RUclips who has this product on his XV. B/c of my platform I know my options are limited for what I can do. Do you think this would be worth it for the limited amount of mods I can get for the XV?
Does a lot more. But simply, OFT does everything you need for NA: exhaust, headers, e85 (no air intake allowed). If you were to get a custom tune vs oft with full na bolt-ons, you'd probably get 3-5 more whp. Not worth the cost imo.
@@micko9111 Awesome, thank you! I just ordered one from Z1 for my 370z, and I couldn't find the answer by just looking it up. I was thinking that was the case, but I wanted to make sure that taking it out after didn't affect anything. Appreciate you getting back to my comment so quick
So......If you friends have a dongle available, all you need is get yourself a Ecutek licence and borrow his dongle for tuning? No need to purchase the dongle? Lastly, can't you log with your phone? Or do you need the laptop to be with you on the road?
Open flash does offer flex fuel. OFT is a solid option, don't let the EcuTek salesmen tell you that OFT is far below the EcuTek. That is like BRZ owners telling FRS owners their car is inferior. www.ft86speedfactory.com/openflash-performance-gt86-flex-fuel-kit-2013-ft86.html
Oft doesn't have a compatible flex kit for 17+ and most importantly STILL does not have a flex tune for the 17+ models even though it's been 3 years...
That’s my mistake if OFT does now have Flex Fuel. The last time I looked into it they did not. They are still missing the other custom Ecutek features. It’s not about salesmanship, it’s about educating people about the differences. OFT is perfect for many guys. Ecutek is better for others. The goal to give people the info they need to make the right choice.
Perfect timing. I’ve been researching them like crazy lately
Perfect time for all the subie boys rip cobb
My local tuner use’s this. Just researched it today for my FRS, and I like what I see. It has damn near the capabilities of a stand alone ecu! 💯👍
We have a distributor here in South Africa so I am going to him tomorrow. I am adding a delicious tuning flex fuel kit as well with a PLM UEL catless header and a full custom 76mm exhaust system.
id really like to see videos of cars being tuned in Africa!
Definitely want to see ecutek vs openflash tablet!!😁😁😊
From my research Ecutek is best with FI setups, more options, more protection and more functions.
If you running NA, then OFT will be the best option to go.
OFT can be used for FI setups, but not as comprehensive as Ecutek
@@K3Y666 what do you mean by FI ?
@@paulobatatel377 forced induction. means supercgarged
@@michelem.1461 Then what fuel injection should be?
@@paulobatatel377 Forced intry ;)
Awesome, I’ve been researching and will eventually go to forced induction, seems wise to just go straight to the Ecutek!
Just bought a delicious tuning flash and go package for my FR-S, super excited
I would like to see a Openflash vs EcuTek video, undecided on which one to get. I have a stock FRS with some TRD parts installed.
It stated in the video the pros and cons of each...
Ecutek is superior no need for a video
Ecuteck
Don't waste your time with canned tunes. If you aren't getting a dyno tune or sending data to a remote tuner, you are probably not making more power and you could also be putting unsafe parameters into your ECU.
Thanks for making this video! made the comment and liked the video before i watched. Been debating between OFT and ECUTEK for a while now.
What did you end up getting, and how did it go?
@@omardgardiner2225 Never did lol, had the car for roughly 8 months, did TRD catback, a front pipe and got rid of it since I also owned an E92 M3 and that was my priority. Honestly, if you ask me today, I'd say just run it stock, power gains on this platform just isnt worth the cost. If I had to pick one I'd go with dynotune, since the OFT is a canned tune that's very generic and conservative. Ecutek is essentially a device that allows someone to tune your car remotely but you're gonna have to drive the car for datalogging before, and after the tune, essentially what the tuner would have done on the dyno. Cheers.
I would like to see ecutek VS oft and also you guys should make your own affordable body kits like the kmsh kit for the frs
Your tuner killed it.
PLEASE do the versus video I’m not sure which to get when this dumb warranty is over.
Depends on what modifications you’re planning on doing, if you’re planning on doing more than e85, headers, exhaust and simple stuff like that, then go ecutek, if you’re planning on staying within that realm, just go openflash
I have a 17 370Z. I only have a cat back exhaust, throttle spacers, and some drop in air filters. For the level 1 rune do I just download the maps and go? I understand tweaking is necessary for forced induction, but as far as a largely stock car goes, is this something the average person can do themselves?
I think a video would be a good idea comparing. If you boost get an ecutek or plan on it down the road. That was all I needed to know to make the choice.
let’s see what happens in the next few months need a retune with new parts, just seen cobbs green speed post
I legit was just thinking about this for my Hakone edition 86, for once youtube algorithm is working well
So you need too buy the device, then buy a license, and then buy a tune? What does the total look like generally?
Mine was a stage 2 tune and that came to 1.5k
Take it back under 1k I had other parts to my order.
Just it from you're tuner because then it would be cheaper and it would come with their off the shelf tune or you can opt for custom tune.
Found this quite helpful. Thank you.
Keep up the great work guys
What did you have exactly on that turbo setup and which turbo is it because I see a premium one.
So, since you said the license is tied to the ECU, If I bought an 86 with an ecutek racerom tune but don't have the ecutek physical connectors and want to change the tune, would I need to buy the connector?
So I switched to flex fuel. And my tuner is amazing and they’ve been dealing with Ecutek for two months now saying my fuel trims are maxing out and cars running rich. Apparently Ecutek is having issues on there programming side to fix it. It’s aggravating. They’ve been slow to respond.
I miss you Thomas😔💕
thank you for making this video...I'm interested in ECUTEK for my 2017 Subaru WRX M/T, who do I contact?
Hi guys I am getting a custom tune on my wrx in a few weeks on Ecutek does that mean I get the Bluetooth connector included with the price.
Does this ecutek tune reset all of my settings i already had in the car?
no
If you have a pop Tune and you decide that you don’t what a tune can you put it back to stock tune?
Can you explain how toyota locked the ECU after doing recall or oil change and how it need to bench lock before getting it tune?
why does it take 4-6months for shipping 😭
How much does the license cost and where to buy?
When you get an Ecutek tune on a GR Corolla or Yaris do they increase the boost pressure?
THX
How can I get this guy to tune my car? Seems extremely knowledgeable.
so do i need to do stage one first, im new to all this and want to do this, also on the website there is a boost tune what is the difference between that and stage two?
About to tune this 2015 G37 with ecutek
You could infinitely retune it right? The license is essentially connected to the car. Also if you buy one with a pre set tune could you change that to another one?
Isabelle when there are no announcements: 10:26
maybe a dumb question but how reliable are they and how reliable will ur car be after?
Let’s say I buy a ecutek can i still use the Openflash on my car like just to have it for codes and stuff that the openflash has
EcuTek can read codes, basically what the tablet does
Yes you can do both
So I see some add ons when I go to add to cart (was looking at the stage 2 for a UEL) Would I need the unit ($250) and the hardware ($400) or just the unit if I am sending in data??
I have 2016 370z nismo as well. I do have a question though…i have added the Stillen 3 inch CAI and the AAM Resonated short tail. Do you recommend to get her tuned perhaps with the Ecutek since i am not planning on getting Catback on long tube headers anytime soon. Thanks
So if you buy the stage1 does it come with or does it only allow you to tune that turn
So when you buy a tune, you're buying a download to put on the thing?
Question, I dont have the ecutek originally used to tune my car, im planning to get a new ecutek to get tune revision, do i need to buy an ecutek with license again or just the ecutek without license???
If you have a map for 91( lets call that map 1), but you want to use E85, can you just use the flex fuel setting to run e85 on map 1? OR do you have to make a new 'map 2' for running a performance map for e85
I personally just use the flex fuel setting and all I run is E85 and it’s given me no problems
My tuner tuned my sti with one of these , Q: if I bought another tuning device from another brand , will I be able to tune my car with same license I have in my ecu ?
my only concern is that your website says it'll take 56 days on average to arrive. Is that correct??
lets say I wanted to buy right now. I would need the interface cable, the license as well as my preferred tune package (stage 1/2/e85 ect.)? Is the tune license necessary if it's only being used on one car? Theres no description on what the license is needed for on ecutek. Great video otherwise! love the content!!
The license is pretty much a small usb flashdrive you get, that will connect to your computer and it'll put the license onto your ecu so the Ecutek program can recognize your car when you connect to your obd2 port. So yes license is required or else the program won't work for you.
@@ssyang911 so, your saying when you initially buy the dongle and everything, it doesn't include a license? Are you sure about that?
Would adding an Ecutek void the cars warranty?
Always
Please do a vs, I’m debating on which to get😅
Can you help as with what is the most important gauge on the EcuTek app
I have a 2013 turbocharged brz, it has an avo turboworld stated 2 kit, cold air, full exhaust.
My car doesn’t like going past 4K rpm it struggles and seams like the boost is freaking out. I can’t get into a dyno due to covid, does anyone think this will help?!?! I’m in Australia btw
So if I get an ecutek license, do a base tune to get a car drivable with big injectors etc. (I’m familiar) then take it to a pro to get it dialed in for a max power tune, I only need one license for two tuning sessions?
So what’s the difference between the ecu tec that comes with the S/C’s and T/C’s and the separate boost tune one you sell for $900?
Would this tune work reliably if you don't have any other mods and don't plan any other mods or only for people who upgrade other parts first?
Yeah but you should really upgrade the heat exchanger. Some tuners won't touch it unless you upgrade the cooling. Best situation is to get a heat exchanger, cai, cat back exhaust and ecutek tune.
@@jeffkelly9197 - hey man ! So I have a 2015 G37 Infiniti , I’m wanting to do this ecutek tune , I only have a little muffler delete and 2 performance reasonators with just 2 K&N drop ins. I should probably get the heat exchanger before doing the ecu flash ecutek tune ?
if i give you the list of my modifeied hardware， could u tune my 86 remotely？
Do you have to buy the tune after buying the license?
Will that work with Edelbrock super charger
Helpful thanks!
Versus video would be nice OFT vs ecutek
So can I really do this with my Infiniti Q50 I just got the ecutek wondering if I can install it with out a dyno tune
- u have ecutek bro ? Just curious if so, how’s it been and is it 100% worth doing
@@dcmasta123 yes I have ecutek and it's totally worth it .
@@dcmasta123 I have had ecutek for a 11months now still no problems love the program. Currently flashed by ams
@@devilman8347 - right on ! So seeing your comment makes me want to move forward with this EcuTek! however do u think its fine if I end up doing it here through the z1 motorsports ? I only have a have a muffler delete with 2 performance resonators & K&N drop ins on my 2015 G37. Wondering if I need to change the heat exchanger before the tune ? Or cats should be fine ? Cuz basically I’m stock asf lol.
@@dcmasta123 z1 is pretty good. When I did my first tune in Los angeles by Shawn church I only had muffler delete and ecutek and I got 410 whp and 450 torque. I would finish all your installs so you don't have to go and retune again . Tuning is addicting I'm on my third tune and that's because I didn't take my own advise and install all my parts first. Right now I have ams intake ams heat exchanger , ams full racing pipe, hks bov, ecutek , z1 touring exhaust .
Does the OFT work when tuning a car running on European fuel?
It *should* be fine. Just use 93 setting if using 99 octane.
On your website is it charged in usd or cad? Cuz I’m Canadian and idk if you guys are charging usd or cad
Can you do an ECUtec vs open flash vs Delicious Tune for 86?
delicious tune is jut ecutek. it's not a type of tuning format. and he already did ecutek vs open flash in the video.
Mr. Wiggles you’re right. I looked it up and it looks like they use the ecutek as well. My apologies for being uninformed. Must be a pretty good platform. It’s amazing how much improvement you can get out of the 86 with just a tune.
@@gryphon123456 No worries. You can get quite a bit of improvement out of the FA20, despite all of the naysayers. However, it won't be an F20C or K24 where it makes insane power NA. That's just the design flaw... or better yet, lack of honing Subaru does with their motors. Still, I love my BRZ and love beating the piss out of it!
hey, I have Car Roof Rack, do you wanna review them?
I have been on a Safe tune for 2 years, My Boost Cut is at 17Lb's, I'm ready to break my CVT.. I'm still on a stock Turbo on a 2011 Juke Who can I reach out to to get my Juke Re-Tuned and set at 20/21PSI of Boost?? This is the guy I need to talk to right here.. ?? I am sure he already has a stage 2/3 Map for a Nissan Juke.... ((Willing To Pay!))
What about emissions, can you tweak the CEL with openflash or Ecutek in order to pass emissions?
Bump for this question! We need some answers lol
To late lol I already bought one last night lol 😂 but great information to know thanks
Do you have to pay again if say down the line I get upgraded turbos?
Really liked the video lots of info. Although after getting an ECUTek tune is there going to be a check engine light?
Erik Enriquez why would there be
CELs can all be handled easily using Ecutek.
Recently got my hands on a 2013 crosstrek XV. I’ve seen a guy on RUclips who has this product on his XV. B/c of my platform I know my options are limited for what I can do. Do you think this would be worth it for the limited amount of mods I can get for the XV?
So the ECutek does pretty much what the open flash does and some? Am i correct????
Does a lot more. But simply, OFT does everything you need for NA: exhaust, headers, e85 (no air intake allowed). If you were to get a custom tune vs oft with full na bolt-ons, you'd probably get 3-5 more whp. Not worth the cost imo.
Does it work on camaro gen6 ?
yes do a versus video
So what else what I need to get in order to do a flex fuel tune with the ecutek? I have a 2019 TRD 86. N/A
You need to get an ethanol content sensor. Look up Moto-East Flex Fuel Kit, I got mine from 86Speed.
Been to the website see no tunes what am i doing wrong?
Nvm
Ecutek or go to a dyno and tune shop?
Does it have to stay plugged into the ob2 port even after the tune has been done?
Did you ever find out the answer to this?
@@gokudagoat no. I had a dyno time with ECUTEK they charged me a license fee but it appears I don’t have the device plugged in still
@@micko9111 Awesome, thank you! I just ordered one from Z1 for my 370z, and I couldn't find the answer by just looking it up. I was thinking that was the case, but I wanted to make sure that taking it out after didn't affect anything. Appreciate you getting back to my comment so quick
my face when Bren tuning asked if I could "safely do a 4th gear pull". 😈
Would this work on my 2016 mx5 Miata?
So......If you friends have a dongle available, all you need is get yourself a Ecutek licence and borrow his dongle for tuning?
No need to purchase the dongle?
Lastly, can't you log with your phone? Or do you need the laptop to be with you on the road?
Correct. You can buy a license and have it assigned to your friends dongle and use that to flash and log your car
How much horsepower and torque with a turbo set at 5 PSI?
Do you guys do speed density tuning as well with the ecutek
Liked and subscribed 👍
Can I get it for 2018 Toyota Corolla?
Getting buffer I see!
So u can’t do it with ur phone?
Does it lock the ecu to ecutek?
ECUtek vs open flash vs Cobb v3? For forced induction brz
I might want to go fuel pump and injectors do I need to get eckutec?
You can use both this or oft but ecutek is more superior in tuning because it has better features and better tuners.
Do I need a laptop to use? I don't own one and don't want to buy just for this! Is there another way? Thanks
Laptop with windows a must. Go to a pawn shop
I know Im in a wrong place to ask but anyone knows any good ecu tune/ecu flash for GDB-G Impreza?
Cost?
Openflash tablet off the shelf tunes are way more conservative tune than ECUTEK tunes. Way safer for the engine.
What do I need in the way of a laptop?
DrPhil 420 Windows
Anyone know what I need to look for if I buy a second hand one?
Just cable and dongle. But you'll have to buy a new license.
Romario Smith ty
Eureka!
Please make a video comparing EcuTek vs OpenFlash
Better hurry up on the hks supercharger install before I beat you to it lol.
If and when I have a remapping done all wanf is a 10 to 15%in car 15& increase
Is that in iowa no way I live in iowa
1:20 If you have a hook in you’re front/rear bumper, everyone else is laughing at you!
Open flash does offer flex fuel. OFT is a solid option, don't let the EcuTek salesmen tell you that OFT is far below the EcuTek. That is like BRZ owners telling FRS owners their car is inferior.
www.ft86speedfactory.com/openflash-performance-gt86-flex-fuel-kit-2013-ft86.html
Oft doesn't have a compatible flex kit for 17+ and most importantly STILL does not have a flex tune for the 17+ models even though it's been 3 years...
That’s my mistake if OFT does now have Flex Fuel. The last time I looked into it they did not. They are still missing the other custom Ecutek features. It’s not about salesmanship, it’s about educating people about the differences. OFT is perfect for many guys. Ecutek is better for others. The goal to give people the info they need to make the right choice.