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Porsche 997.2 Turbo 2010+ ECU Flash Tuning

Tuesday, April 20, 2010 posted by SoftronicTuning.com - 1,253 views

Porsche 997.2 Turbo – $2295

The 2007-2009 Porsche 997 Turbo has been a huge success for Softronic.  As one of the first companies to be able to flash through the OBDII port, the performance gain and convenience of the Softronic flash has proven itself.  Now with the new 2010 DFI 997.2 Turbo out, more power can be pulled from that car too.  The 6 cylinder, 3.8L engine offers much more to gain then what is in the 500HP engine of the PDK or 6speed cars.  Softronic is one of the ONLY companies able to flash DFI (Direct Fuel Injection) cars through the OBDII port.  In fact for this ECU Flash we provide you FREE of charge the Durametric Basic Cable with this flash.  All DFI cars require you to clear codes once you flash the car.  You can see the HOW TO here.  And of course like all Softronic ECU Flashes, we provide you with the True Original File from your car as well as your new Tuned file so you don’t have to worry about warranty.  Not sure about the warranty affects?  Read Here.   So what will the ECU flash do for me… Gain 50 wheel horsepower and 54ft/lbs of torque!

Stock Crank Power – 500HP
Mustang AWD Dyno Test – 435hp/447ft/lbs

Tuned Crank Power – 575HP
Mustang AWD Dyno Test – 486hp/501ft/lbs

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  • 8.39sec 60-130mph time
  • 0-60mph time of 3.08sec
  • 1/4mile time of 11.29sec at 127mph
  • Top Speed of 196mph in only 1.3miles
  • View Stage 3 Tune Info Here
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The test car was a PDK running on 91octane fuel with an ambient temperature of about 95F outside.   From the factory, the car comes with 500 horsepower to the crank and our baseline done 4 days prior was at 435awhp.  Typically the Mustang AWD Dyno has about a 20-25% drivetrain loss when tested.  20% of 500 is 400whp and this car definitely exceeded that.  Once we flashed the 997.2 Turbo through the OBDII port, the car gained 50 all wheel horsepower and 54ft/lbs of torque bringing the car to 486awhp and 501 ft/lbs of torque.  This test was also done with a stock exhaust system which is usually extremely restrictive.  Stock exhausts generally produce alot of backpressure giving torque spikes.  An aftermarket exhaust would gain another 20whp approximately.  What you can tell from this dyno is that the performance from the Softronic ECU flash gives a huge improvement in the daily driving rpm range.  Peak performance comes on at about 3300rpm and holds strong to 4700rpm where the power then stays consistant to redline.

Softronic has been able to flash the DFI cars since the 2009 Carrera came out.  Now with testing completed and maps developed, the 997.2 Turbo can be taken to a whole new level.  The complexity of the maps and tuning of the DFI Turbo is much different then the earlier 997 Turbo.  With the stock car making about .7bar of boost,  the new flashed file holds a solid 1.0bar of boost.  Having made changes to both the fueling and timing tables, we are able to get a safe and reliable increase of power to the car.  With their Flasher Client software, Softronic is reading a full 1mb of the file to completely tune the ECU. Other companies claim to be able to do this, but are only read 128kb and making global changes. The ECU flash retains your factory SPORT mode function, but also increases your boost under normal use. For those worried about check engine lights, there are none! For those running a high flow cat exhaust system, Softronic raises the O2 levels which will remove the possibility of having a CEL from this type of exhaust. Once the car is flashed, the turbos will come on much quicker and the car will pull harder to the 500rpm increase of the redline. The overall improvement of drivability makes the 997.2 Turbo even more fun then it was originally. Since warranty is always a concern, Softronic also provides you with your original file. With this original file you can flash your car back to stock at any point. If you go to the dealer, there will be nothing visible through the Porsche PIWIS system. Softronic can program your vehicle no matter what country you are from or what octane you use. We have different maps for those running 91 octane or 93 octane and higher.

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What are the benefits/functions of going with Softronic compared to the competition?

  • Softronic does not require the removal of your ECU from the car. There is no down time at all.
  • Your car can be flashed at your convenience from the comfort of your own garage.
  • Softronic reflashing is done via a Client Cable that is connected to the OBDII port. The customer simply plugs the cable into the car and reads the file with a laptop per the instructions with the cable. Once the file is downloaded, it is emailed to the Softronic secure server where the file is tuned and then emailed back to the client. The client simply uploads the file and they are done. Total process is about 1 hour.
  • Reflashing is done according to the vehicles octane level of pump gas and modifications are taken into account (Intake, Headers, Exhaust) to enhance power gains.
If you have any questions about the Porsche 997.2 Turbo ECU Flash, please contact us using our Support Page.

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Softronic Releases ECU Flash Tuning for the 2010 997.2 GT3

Thursday, December 10, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com - 278 views

Like its predeccessors, the new 2010 997.2 GT3 is quite a beast.  Making 435bhp and 316ft/lbs of torque, it is already a monster. To achieve such a feat, no part of the powertrain was left untouched. The seven oil pumps of the dry sump lubrication system were put on a strict diet as were the air-con compressor and dual mass flywheel. Forged pistons, titanium connecting rods, hollow camshafts, and special lightweight valves and cup tappets not only reduce mass, they allow for a maximum engine speed of 8250rpm — 100rpm higher than the previous GT3.

Then there is the complex exhaust system; though composed of a complicated arrangement of fan-type manifolds, boxy catalytic convertors, and presilencers connected via ECU controlled butterfly valves to a single transverse mounted muffler, the system weighs 1 kilogram less than the older system on the previous GT3. What’s more, the new system significantly reduces back pressure and adds 20Nm of performance (and that deep bass roar) at the push of a dash mounted sport button.

All of this is furthered by the tuning of Softronic adjusting the entire 1mb of the timing and fuel maps via the OBDII port.  Like all Softronic maps, you are able to keep your original map to load back to stock at any time.  The new tuned file is done for either 91 or 93 octane and automatically adjusts for race gas which advances the timing.  The Softronic ECU Flash for the 997.2 GT takes your car to an incredible 355hp and 337ft/lbs of torque.

Read more about the tuning process here – http://www.softronictuning.com/product-information/porsche-997-2-gt3-2010-ecu-flash-tuning/

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Porsche 997.2 GT3 2010 ECU Flash Tuning

Thursday, December 10, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com - 948 views

Porsche 997.2 2010 GT3 – $1295

The 2010 GT3 is one incredible street/track car.  As you rev past 2000 rpms, the exquisit sound coming from the back of the car is a like a symphony of horses ready to trample anything in its path.  Jumping up from the previous 3.6L GT3, the 997.2 GT3 has a 3.8L engine with a complete dry sump oil system like the 997 Turbo.  Most of the engine changes are purely cosmetic and are no different when it comes to tuning the cars computer.  Softronic steps in with their fine tuning to focuses on improving the cars power curve. With some additional programming to adjust the cars timing and air fuel mixtures, Softronic is able to gain 20 horsepower to the crank and 21ft/lbs of torque.

Stock Power – 435HP and 316ft/lbs
Tuned Power – 455HP and 337ft/lbs

Softronic requires the 997.2 3.8L GT3 ECU to be mailed in for flashing.  The ECU flash will alter your fuel and timing maps to give you a very linear increase over stock. For those worried about check engine lights, there are none! For those running a high flow cat or straight pipe exhaust systems, Softronic raises the O2 levels which will remove the possibility of having a CEL from this type of exhaust. Once the car is flashed, the low end torque and throttle response will be much improved. The mid-range of the RPM band will feel stronger as well. The overall improvement of drivability makes the 997.2 GT3 even more fun then it was originally.  We have different maps for those running 91 octane or 93 octane and higher. We have tested this software in many competition venues with nothing but positive results.

    If you have any questions about the Porsche 997.2 GT3 ECU Flash, please contact us using our Support Page.

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    Porsche 3.8L Conversion 987 Boxster/Cayman ECU Flash

    Thursday, August 20, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com - 873 views

    Porsche 3.8L in 987 Boxster/Cayman ECU Flash – $1495

    Softronic is one of the only companies doing conversion ECU tuning for 987 Boxster or Cayman customers installing the larger 3.8L Carrera S engine. This file will allow the ECU and vehicle to communication without any issues. If you need more information on this conversion or ECU tune, please contact us using our support page.

    Stock Power – 355HP and 295TQ
    Tuned Power – 389HP and 330TQ

    What are the benefits/functions of going with Softronic compared to the competition?

    • Softronic does not require the removal of your ECU from the car. There is no down time at all.
    • Your car can be flashed at your convenience from the comfort of your own garage.
    • Softronic reflashing is done via a Client Cable that is connected to the OBDII port. The customer simply plugs the cable into the car and reads the file with a laptop per the instructions with the cable. Once the file is downloaded, it is emailed to the Softronic secure server where the file is tuned and then emailed back to the client. The client simply uploads the file and they are done. Total process is about 1 hour.
    • Reflashing is done according to the vehicles octane level of pump gas and modifications are taken into account (Intake, Headers, Exhaust) to enhance power gains.
    • All ECU Flashes include FREE of charge the ability to use the Durametric diagnostic tool with the Basic Flash Cable included in the flash price.  This is a $287 value at no additional cost to you!

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    Porsche 997 Carrera ECU Flash Tuning

    Tuesday, August 18, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com - 2,268 views

    Porsche 997 Carrera – $995

    One of the most popular reflashes has been for the 997 Carrera. Customer feedback is always so proactive about how much the cars driveability is increased. Noticing the increased torque and pull to redline, customers always seem to be awaken with the Softronic flash for the 997 Carrera or Carrera S. As tested, the ECU flash gained both horsepower and torque on the 3.6L and 3.8L cars.

    3.6L Stock Power – 325HP and 273ft/lbs
    Tuned Power – 345HP and 295ft/lbs
    3.8L Stock Power – 355HP and 295ft/lbs
    Tuned Power – 389HP and 330ft/lbs

    Softronic flashes the 997 Carrera through the OBDII port of the car. With their Flasher Client software, they are reading a full 1mb of the file to completely tune the ECU. Other companies claim to be able to do this, but are only read 128kb and making global changes. The ECU flash will alter your fuel and timing maps to give you a very linear increase over stock. For those worried about check engine lights, there are none! For those running a high flow cat or straight pipe exhaust systems, Softronic raises the O2 levels which will remove the possibility of having a CEL from this type of exhaust. Once the car is flashed, the low end torque and throttle response will be much improved. The mid-range of the RPM band will feel stronger as well. The overall improvement of drivability makes the 997 Carrera even more fun then it was originally. Another great feature Softronic can add to your car is the Sport Mode. For those that do not have this as an option, Softronic can turn Sport Mode on permanently so you have 100% of the electronic throttle. If you have Sport Mode, you can choose to have this be left as its original function or turned on all the time.

    Since warranty is always a concern, Softronic also provides you with your original file. With this original file you can flash your car back to stock at any point. If you go to the dealer, there will be nothing visible through the Porsche PIWIS system. Softronic can program your vehicle no matter what country you are from or what octane you use. We have different maps for those running 91 octane or 93 octane and higher.

    soft997graphThe baseline test of our car with the exhaust shows the Porsche 997 C4S making 280awhp and 230ft/lbs of torque. With the car in sport mode, we made 290awhp and 244ft/lbs of torque. Without sport mode the car made 293awhp and 243ft/lbs of torque. The car will always make more torque and low end horsepower as the dyno graph shows because of how the sport feature works. It gives much faster throttle response and immediate power. With outside air temperatures at around 110F degrees and the dyno room temperatures at 105F degrees average, it is hard to really get a strong run. If the air temperature was around 70F degrees, this car would pick up another 10HP guaranteed.

    What are the benefits/functions of going with Softronic compared to the competition?

    • Softronic does not require the removal of your ECU from the car. There is no down time at all.
    • Your car can be flashed at your convenience from the comfort of your own garage.
    • Softronic reflashing is done via a Client Cable that is connected to the OBDII port. The customer simply plugs the cable into the car and reads the file with a laptop per the instructions with the cable. Once the file is downloaded, it is emailed to the Softronic secure server where the file is tuned and then emailed back to the client. The client simply uploads the file and they are done. Total process is about 1 hour.
    • Reflashing is done according to the vehicles octane level of pump gas and modifications are taken into account (Intake, Headers, Exhaust) to enhance power gains.
    • For all Regular ECU FLashes – All ECU Flashes include FREE of charge the ability to use the Durametric diagnostic tool with the Basic Flash Cable included in the flash price.  This is a $287 value at no additional cost to you!
    If you have any questions about the Porsche 997 Carrera ECU Flash, please contact us using our Support Page.

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    Porsche 997.2 Carrera DFI ECU Flash Tuning

    Tuesday, August 18, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com - 1,182 views

    Porsche 997.2 Carrera – $1295

    The 2009 and up Porsche Carrera is a big change over previous models. The new 911 has switched from a Bosch ECU to now running a Siemens SDI system. The transmission can be had in a standard 6 speed manual or the new PDK transmission to complete with the GTR, M3, and others. Softronic has spent time engineering and developing software for the new DFI cars and is one of the only tuners in the world that can offer an ECU flash via the OBDII port. With some additional programming to adjust the cars timing and air fuel mixtures, Softronic is able to gain performance on both the 3.6L and the 3.8L 911.

    3.6L Stock Power – 345HP and 288ft/lbs
    Tuned Power – 362HP and 304ft/lbs
    Tuned w/Exhaust – 375HP and 316ft/lbs
    3.8L Stock Power – 385HP and 310ft/lbs
    Tuned Power – 405HP and 328ft/lbs
    Tuned w/Exhaust – 421HP and 341ft/lbs

    997.2 Carrera 3.6L Dyno Results

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    Softronic flashes the 997.2 Carrera through the OBDII port of the car. With their Flasher Client software, they are reading a full 1mb of the file to completely tune the ECU. Other companies claim to be able to do this, but are only read 128kb and making global changes. The ECU flash will alter your fuel and timing maps to give you a very linear increase over stock. For those worried about check engine lights, there are none! For those running a high flow cat or straight pipe exhaust systems, Softronic raises the O2 levels which will remove the possibility of having a CEL from this type of exhaust. Once the car is flashed, the low end torque and throttle response will be much improved. The mid-range of the RPM band will feel stronger as well. The overall improvement of drivability makes the 997.2 Carrera even more fun then it was originally. Since warranty is always a concern, Softronic also provides you with your original file. With this original file you can flash your car back to stock at any point. If you go to the dealer, there will be nothing visible through the Porsche PIWIS system. Softronic can program your vehicle no matter what country you are from or what octane you use. We have different maps for those running 91 octane or 93 octane and higher.

    What are the benefits/functions of going with Softronic compared to the competition?

    • Softronic does not require the removal of your ECU from the car. There is no down time at all.
    • Your car can be flashed at your convenience from the comfort of your own garage.
    • Softronic reflashing is done via a Client Cable that is connected to the OBDII port. The customer simply plugs the cable into the car and reads the file with a laptop per the instructions with the cable. Once the file is downloaded, it is emailed to the Softronic secure server where the file is tuned and then emailed back to the client. The client simply uploads the file and they are done. Total process is about 1 hour.
    • Reflashing is done according to the vehicles octane level of pump gas and modifications are taken into account (Intake, Headers, Exhaust) to enhance power gains.
    • All ECU Flashes include the Client Flash Cable. You can opt to upgrade to the Durametric Cable which allows you to flash the car, datalog, turn off warning lights, and more. This is piece is sold seperately for $400.
    If you have any questions about the Porsche 997.2 Carrera ECU Flash, please contact us using our Support Page.

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