Tuner Vs. Dyno Tune???

Ware · February 25th, 2008, 04:10 AM

OK, so i was looking into buying a tuner, and I am just not sure. I have heard that I can take my car to a shop and get it "dyno tuned" for a price. what is the difference and is it better then buying a tuner?

Which one will give it more power, dyno tune or tuner?

obdnanr · February 25th, 2008, 06:42 AM

if you are going forced induction or like redoing the engine's internals or intakes then dyno tune it. most hand held tuners cannot tune Air Fuel ratio's like what will be done at a dyno. If you have like a CAI, exhaust, or some other stuff theres no need to take it to a dyno less you just want to burn money. I personally don't think hand held tuners are worth a fuck. 350$ for maybe 10 rwhp gains. But my experience with hand held tuner is a diablo sport and imo it blows ass. Only thing its good for is to reset trouble codes.

ESG-642T · February 25th, 2008, 09:17 AM

You can do alot with a hand held tuner: If you have a wideband 02 sensor Justin@VMP can remote tune your car with almost anything (I'm sure some other tuners can do this also). But generally handheld are better for light-moderately modded cars.

When you get to medium, or heavy modding a dyno tune is normally the way to go to get every bit of power and reliability.

SlideFox · February 25th, 2008, 09:20 AM

I have always been used to vehicles being "Dyno Tuned". IMO, it's worth the extra money. It also depends on who is tuning your car. do your homework first, and use a reputable shop.

GreenFaleen · February 25th, 2008, 09:24 AM

get a tuner then you can get your different dyno-tunes loaded on the tuner when you get to the point of needing dyno time

HMUSN · February 25th, 2008, 06:01 PM

find a tuner in your area and see what they use before you buy one.

MWWarlord · February 26th, 2008, 03:56 PM

Handheld tuners can do a lot with a custom tune. That includes altering the AF. I agree that once you are heavily modded (i.e. FI) go for the dyno tune. Until then the handheld is a much better choice. When combined with a wideband the tuner can do pretty much the same thing as the dyno tune. Also, if you own your own tuner you can get a new tune everytime you get a new mod done. Click on the link in my sig. The guy gives you a great deal and he really knows his stuff. You get free custom tunes for 2 years!

burin_rubber · February 26th, 2008, 04:07 PM

ya i would say tuner is better it always be there when u add new mods so u can just hooknit up and start tuning

Cricket · February 27th, 2008, 08:47 AM

A dyno tune is better, but right now isn't exactly beneficial to you. Just go with a tuner for now, and when your really gettin into modding your car then get a dyno tune.

MWWarlord · February 27th, 2008, 05:12 PM

Originally Posted by obdnanr

if you are going forced induction or like redoing the engine's internals or intakes then dyno tune it. most hand held tuners cannot tune Air Fuel ratio's like what will be done at a dyno. If you have like a CAI, exhaust, or some other stuff theres no need to take it to a dyno less you just want to burn money. I personally don't think hand held tuners are worth a fuck. 350$ for maybe 10 rwhp gains. But my experience with hand held tuner is a diablo sport and imo it blows ass. Only thing its good for is to reset trouble codes.

The SCT XCAL2 is gives me about 20hp and 20tq with my current setup.

February 25th, 2008, 04:10 AM	#1
Ware Regular Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 132 iTrader: 0 reviews	Tuner Vs. Dyno Tune??? OK, so i was looking into buying a tuner, and I am just not sure. I have heard that I can take my car to a shop and get it "dyno tuned" for a price. what is the difference and is it better then buying a tuner? Which one will give it more power, dyno tune or tuner?

February 25th, 2008, 06:42 AM	#2
obdnanr Hardcore Enthusiast 2003 v6 340/373 - yay for belts Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: around Posts: 1,764 iTrader: 0 reviews	if you are going forced induction or like redoing the engine's internals or intakes then dyno tune it. most hand held tuners cannot tune Air Fuel ratio's like what will be done at a dyno. If you have like a CAI, exhaust, or some other stuff theres no need to take it to a dyno less you just want to burn money. I personally don't think hand held tuners are worth a fuck. 350$ for maybe 10 rwhp gains. But my experience with hand held tuner is a diablo sport and imo it blows ass. Only thing its good for is to reset trouble codes. __________________ 4.2L, gforce t5, 8.8, d1sc, other shit. stang is down

February 25th, 2008, 09:17 AM	#3
ESG-642T [8MINUS2] 2002, Ford, v6 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: TEXAS Posts: 12,319 iTrader: 0 reviews	You can do alot with a hand held tuner: If you have a wideband 02 sensor Justin@VMP can remote tune your car with almost anything (I'm sure some other tuners can do this also). But generally handheld are better for light-moderately modded cars. When you get to medium, or heavy modding a dyno tune is normally the way to go to get every bit of power and reliability. __________________ Hi, You can call me Kyle Random ESG fact: Had a prochamber on his v6 before it was popular. WTB: v6 BBK valve covers

February 25th, 2008, 09:20 AM	#4
SlideFox Regular 2000 Mustang V6 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Chandler, AZ Posts: 249 iTrader: 0 reviews	I have always been used to vehicles being "Dyno Tuned". IMO, it's worth the extra money. It also depends on who is tuning your car. do your homework first, and use a reputable shop. __________________ '00 Silver Mustang V6 Coupe 18x9 Black Bullitt Front Wheels 18x10 Black Bullitt Rear Wheels Nitto NT-555 Tires Steeda Short Shifter BBK Intake Mach 1 Chin Spoiler w/ Grill Delete Projector Headlights

February 25th, 2008, 09:24 AM	#5
GreenFaleen MM's Resident Ricer 2006 Scion tC 13.001@113 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Raleigh/Lenoir, NC Posts: 9,880 Blog Entries: 2 iTrader: 1 reviews	get a tuner then you can get your different dyno-tunes loaded on the tuner when you get to the point of needing dyno time __________________ Scion Tc Turbo - 9psi 297whp 287wtq 2500lbs :p MM 4 Banger club: Senior Ricer NCMM #9 "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." -Carroll Shelby

February 25th, 2008, 06:01 PM	#6
HMUSN Doc 1986 SVO 48.47@ 12.58 Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 37,050 iTrader: 11 reviews	find a tuner in your area and see what they use before you buy one. __________________

February 26th, 2008, 03:56 PM	#7
MWWarlord Hardcore Enthusiast 1995 Mustang convertible Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 1,409 iTrader: 0 reviews	Handheld tuners can do a lot with a custom tune. That includes altering the AF. I agree that once you are heavily modded (i.e. FI) go for the dyno tune. Until then the handheld is a much better choice. When combined with a wideband the tuner can do pretty much the same thing as the dyno tune. Also, if you own your own tuner you can get a new tune everytime you get a new mod done. Click on the link in my sig. The guy gives you a great deal and he really knows his stuff. You get free custom tunes for 2 years! __________________ MWWarlord 1995 Mustang convertible check out my garage for pics and a complete list of mods. http://www.tricktuners.com

February 26th, 2008, 04:07 PM	#8
burin_rubber Regular 1998 Mustang V6 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: PA Posts: 391 iTrader: 0 reviews	ya i would say tuner is better it always be there when u add new mods so u can just hooknit up and start tuning __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2977472

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