Do I need to Retune?

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04-06-2019
Natebrody11

Do I need to Retune?

Hey guys.

I drive a 2011 6.7 3500 deleted with 120k miles.

I am in the process of putting on a new turbo (s300 conversion) and close to the stock as I could get while losing the VGT.

I have an H&S mini maxx that has a broken screen and I am trying to figure out if I need to buy a new tuner or if I am good to go.

Im hoping but not counting on the fact that it may be set up for the possibility of losing the VGT.

Can anyone tell me if I risk destroying the truck if I drive without a retune immediately? And if so what is a good reasonably priced tuner I can go with?

Thank you for any help.

-Nate
04-14-2019
TexNeck

Re: Do I need to Retune?

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Originally Posted by Natebrody11

Hey guys.

I drive a 2011 6.7 3500 deleted with 120k miles.

I am in the process of putting on a new turbo (s300 conversion) and close to the stock as I could get while losing the VGT.

I have an H&S mini maxx that has a broken screen and I am trying to figure out if I need to buy a new tuner or if I am good to go.

Im hoping but not counting on the fact that it may be set up for the possibility of losing the VGT.

Can anyone tell me if I risk destroying the truck if I drive without a retune immediately? And if so what is a good reasonably priced tuner I can go with?

Thank you for any help.

-Nate

My understanding is a mini maxx is not custom tuning but a box tuner. If this is the case you will be fine but may notice a difference in smoke if the new charger is a bit bigger and has the fixed turbine. Keep an eye on EGTs if you have a gauge for that. Best tuning for the money is DRD. Is it the cheapest? No- it will cost a bit more out of the gate but save you in the long run as you will have a clean running truck which will save money on fuel and other parts from being over stressed
04-14-2019
Natebrody11

Re: Do I need to Retune?

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Originally Posted by TexNeck

My understanding is a mini maxx is not custom tuning but a box tuner. If this is the case you will be fine but may notice a difference in smoke if the new charger is a bit bigger and has the fixed turbine. Keep an eye on EGTs if you have a gauge for that. Best tuning for the money is DRD. Is it the cheapest? No- it will cost a bit more out of the gate but save you in the long run as you will have a clean running truck which will save money on fuel and other parts from being over stressed

Thanks for the reply TexNeck. It definitely feels a lot different and I parked it as soon as I got it home until I figured out if/what tunes i needed. I actually just ordered EFI Live with an edge insight screen through Anarchy in hopes to keep the truck safe and reliable.
04-14-2019
TexNeck

Re: Do I need to Retune?

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Originally Posted by Natebrody11

Thanks for the reply TexNeck. It definitely feels a lot different and I parked it as soon as I got it home until I figured out if/what tunes i needed. I actually just ordered EFI Live with an edge insight screen through Anarchy in hopes to keep the truck safe and reliable.

Anarchy is a well known name so hopefully they will get it dialed in to your liking.
04-14-2019
Natebrody11

Re: Do I need to Retune?

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Originally Posted by TexNeck

Anarchy is a well known name so hopefully they will get it dialed in to your liking.

That's what I'm hoping for too, tuning and stuff alike freaks me out.

Do you know anything about transmissions relearns?

I read that with these newer trucks the TCM and possibly PCM? Are one and adjusts when you do tuning. I've also read things that contradict?
04-14-2019
TexNeck

Re: Do I need to Retune?

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Originally Posted by Natebrody11

That's what I'm hoping for too, tuning and stuff alike freaks me out.

Do you know anything about transmissions relearns?

I read that with these newer trucks the TCM and possibly PCM? Are one and adjusts when you do tuning. I've also read things that contradict?

With MM3 warp tuning and auto 68RFE transmission tuning there is a relearn/break in for about 150-200 miles per tune. Basically take it easy as the trans is learning when it needs to shift and lock the converter. It may feel a bit sloppy but after some mileage it will remember the patterns and should feel crip/firm
04-14-2019
Natebrody11

Re: Do I need to Retune?

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Originally Posted by TexNeck

With MM3 warp tuning and auto 68RFE transmission tuning there is a relearn/break in for about 150-200 miles per tune. Basically take it easy as the trans is learning when it needs to shift and lock the converter. It may feel a bit sloppy but after some mileage it will remember the patterns and should feel crip/firm

So I wouldnt have to take it to a trans shop to do a relearn? Does it do it on its own? I do have a 68RFE just figure I want to make sure.
04-14-2019
TexNeck

Re: Do I need to Retune?

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Originally Posted by Natebrody11

So I wouldnt have to take it to a trans shop to do a relearn? Does it do it on its own? I do have a 68RFE just figure I want to make sure.

You should not have to. Starscan tool does have the ability to speed up the learn I believe but it’s not needed
04-14-2019
Natebrody11

Re: Do I need to Retune?

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Originally Posted by TexNeck

You should not have to. Starscan tool does have the ability to speed up the learn I believe but it’s not needed

Thanks again as usual TexNeck, you're a huge help.