Problem with JLT 110mm CAI and 93 octane tune

[Drex]

Hey fellas,

I need advice. I just installed a JLT 110mm CAI and a 93 octane tune from BBR. When I started the car, it barely idled; I had to feather the throttle just to get it to run. It motor idles rough and the exhaust smells extremely rich producing tons of smoke. The car throws a P061B and the check engine light comes on, and the car is definately not drivable. I checked to make sure everything was reconnected, to include the PCV and MAF sensor. I can't see where I unplugged anything incidently, but I do have reservations about relocating the power steering resevoir. The hoses aren't arranged perfectly, but that shouldn't be the problem. The MAF sensor is installed with the airflow arrow pointing toward the throttle body, but the I'm wondering if it matters how its oriented since I can spin the intake tube 180 degrees. This was a little confusing because the JLT installation instructions stated the JLT symbol wouldn't be visible after the install, but it is.

I reinstalled the factory tune, but the car didn't run smooth, but still better than it did with the BBR tune, and I'm guessing that's because of the larger intake. Still, I can't help wonder if I fricked something up. I reinstalled the BBR tune, and I get the same result: undrivable.

I called BBR and they are re-writing a tune and expediting it to me tonight. Hopefully this solves the problem, but again, I can't help wonder if I jacked something up.

Question is: is there something I'm missing? Any experience you can share would be greatly appreciated. I'm a newb and exploring new ground here.

Thx

Trey

 

[*JZ*]

The new tune will be there soon. I've talked to Chris about it and let him read this thread. He will do what he can tune wise, hopefully it'll fix it. Hopefully is was just a mishap in the tune and a incorrect adjustment was made... At least that'll be easiest to fix for both of us.

 

[jroc07gt]

you sure you dont have any leaks? sounds like a leak after the maf sensor.

 

[*JZ*]

That's what it seems... Since it does do it with the stock tune file in as well.

But we'll still get you this tune to you ASAP so we can rule that out.

 

[mac10chap]

good customer service...

 

[Drex]

Thx John for being responsive. I am relying on BBR and JD and Coke to get me through this. I had an SF guy driving a 2010 M3 school me today, and I want a second chance at him... maybe wishful thinking.

Jroc07GT, I checked and retightend all the clamps on the CAI, PVC, and MAF sensor. I hope I am covering all the bases. How tight should I tighten the clamps?

 

[Drex]

Another question: the instructions for the SCT state to unplug the fuses for the Fuel pump and fan. How important is this step?

 

[*JZ*]

Tune is on the way!

 

[Greg Hazlett]

John-mine too?

 

[*JZ*]

yours was sent earlier today.

 

[Greg Hazlett]

I never received it..I will call you today.

 

[Drex]

John, didn't receive file, so I sent you and Chris an email. Is your ISP filtering the files thinking it's malicious code? Maybe my ISP.. Dunno.

 

[Greg Hazlett]

Interesting...neither of us received the email from them..

 

[*JZ*]

OK... We are obviously having problems with our e-mail services here. Every tune that we sent out yesterday, did not go through, it seems.

We will get to the bottom of this and problems will be resolved.

I do apologize for the inconvenience everyone.

 

[antonio1988]

OK... We are obviously having problems with our e-mail services here. Every tune that we sent out yesterday, did not go through, it seems.

We will get to the bottom of this and problems will be resolved.

I do apologize for the inconvenience everyone.

great customer service! John is a sexy beast

 

[Drex]

OK... We are obviously having problems with our e-mail services here. Every tune that we sent out yesterday, did not go through, it seems.

We will get to the bottom of this and problems will be resolved.

I do apologize for the inconvenience everyone.

Pay your fickin ISP bill!

 

[Greg Hazlett]

OK... We are obviously having problems with our e-mail services here. Every tune that we sent out yesterday, did not go through, it seems.

We will get to the bottom of this and problems will be resolved.

I do apologize for the inconvenience everyone.

Thanks John!

 

[*JZ*]

Pay your fickin ISP bill!

Pssshhhh... pay for what? Our awesome basic DSL.... Yeah, that's all they offer here. BULLSHIT!!!! LOL

 

[Drex]

OK, I have totally ficked something up. It's 4 AM here, and I feel totally defeated and somewhat tired. Trying to get my brand new mustang running, I did a few things this evening. 1) I triple checked all the connections and assembly of the intake, and I'm completely satisfied its right. 2) I bought another tune from JLT since BBR is having email issues, and I want to get the car running for the weekend. 3) I updated the firmware on the SCT, and loaded the JLT tune on the device.

This is where I ficked up. the instructions from SCT's website state to download the the software update, updated firmware, and tuner revision file on your PC, and then update the tuner with the files in like order. Of course, I wnet back to the car to put the stock tune back prior to doing any of this. Then, I incorrectly installed the wrong FW on the device, resulting is a blue screen with no data showing. It took me forever to to correct this problem by installing the correct driver on the device, and then the right FW. Well, at least I have all indications from the prompts that I installed the correct FW. The file I installed from the website is version 1.1.155, but when I check the version, its version 1.1.121.. WTF?? So, after reading numerous instructions from the web, and from SCT tech support website, I understand I need a new tuner revision file for the X3, but its NOT available in the pull down menu for the X3. But, supposedly the SF3 TR file is interchangable, so I transfer the SF3 file to the device. So now I have what I think a correctly configured SCT X3 with 2 custom tunes from BBR and JLT..

Just got back inside from uploading the JLT tune. The car will not start. I can't even get the starter to turn over. When I turn the ignition, I get nothing kinetic, but the dash lights, and other expected electonic stuff all behave normally. I now curse alot, and realize that installing the SF3 tuner revision file on the device was probably not a good idea, so I decide to put the stock tune back on the car and go back to the PC to re install the FW on the SCT... well.. now the device says it doesn't recognize the vehicle, I can't read the DTC data, or any vehicle related data. It doesn't know my mustang anymore... I'm fucked. I can't even load the BBR tune.

What should I do at this point? The obvious answer is to quit drinking and go to bed, but with regards to the car and SCT, what should I do?

 

[*JZ*]

Oh geez. I'm sorry you're going through all of this. I will not be in the office tomorrow b/c I'll be working at the Fire Dept. However, if you call the shop after 10am eastern time, Chris will be there. He can try and help you out if you call early enough. Before the day starts.

That's the best I can do for now. But please, call Chris and see if he can help you out. He knows the SCT stuff a whole hell of a lot better than I do.