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Softronic Tuned 997 Turbo Goes 196mph at the Texas Mile

Monday, October 19, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com

The Texas Mile is one of the ultimate tests of a vehicles power, aerodynamics, and the skill of the driver. With all types of vehicles ranging from stock Camaro’s and Shelby Mustang’s to 1000+ horsepower Viper’s and Corvette’s, standing mile speeds range from 150mph to 200+mph. Vivid Racing of Gilbert, Arizona attended the highly anticipated event with their VR800 Porsche 997 Turbo October 16 and 17 after a 20 hour drive to Goliad County Industrial Airport. The flat blue wrapped 997 Turbo was equipped with a full Vorsteiner VRT Aero Kit featuring carbon fiber ducts, diffuser, and front lip spoiler. With HRE P40 Monoblock 19 inch wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 tires and JIC Cross suspension, the platform was set to deliver power from 0-200mph. The VR800 kit which was developed in house after months of testing on the street, dyno, and racetrack by Vivid Racing, uses Agency Power products consisting of GT3076rs turbochargers and Tial 44mm external wastegates. In combination with a larger Agency Power throttle body plenum kit, 3 inch Ypipe, high flow intercoolers, straight pipes, and custom ECU tuning by Softronic, the VR800 Porsche 997 Turbo was able to put some impressive numbers at the Texas Mile. As the fastest 997 Turbo at the 2009 event, the VR800 ran the standing mile in 196mph. With a 0-60 time of 3.5 seconds and a 60-130 time of 6.33 seconds, the Porsche was well respected by enthusiasts, competitors, and spectators alike.

The VR800 kit is engineered to work and function off the stock engine internals with basic and reliable bolt on components. Utilizing the best and only OBDII flash tuning for the 997 Turbo by Softronic inconjunction with Agency Power performance products, the VR800 kit maintains complete driveability while delivering this intense performance gain. For more information in regards to our Porsche Tuning, please email porsche@vividracing.com or call 1-480-966-3040 x222.

Check out our Texas Mile Video at www.youtube.com/vividracing

Texas Mile 2009 Standing Mile Event

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756 Wheel Horsepower 997TT Tuned by Softronic

Monday, October 5, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com

Softronic has finished tuning a monster of a 997TT.  Equipped with parts from Agency Power and built by Vivid Racing, this 997 Turbo pushed some serious wheel horsepower on this Mustang AWD Dyno.  As it gets ready for the Texas Mile, Vivid Racing added new intercooler piping, intakes, plenum, and throttle body to achieve this huge power.  With 1.4bar of boost and 109 Octane gas, this car is truly a handful.  Checkout the dyno sheet and video below.

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Porsche 997 Turbo OBDII ECU Flashing has Launched!

Thursday, August 27, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com

After months of testing, programming, and engineering, Softronic has become the first tuner to give customers the ability to flash their ECU in the Porsche 997 Turbo via the OBDII port.  This release of the Version 3.0 software comes after 2 years of having to do it the old fashion way, bench flashing.  With a change in technology, the new 997 Turbo was not able to be flashed like the older 996 Turbo via the OBDII port.  However, Softronic has raised the bar and change all that with this release.  This is a first in many ways for the Porsche Tuning community.  The ECU Flash is total process of about 30 mins.  Once completed, your car will gain nearly 60 horsepower and 55 ft/lbs of torque.  All Softronic Tuning is based off the factory knock and oxygen sensors to ensure safe, accurate, and reliable power added.  With this new OBDII ECU Flash capability, there is no downtime, altering the main ECU box, or inconsistencies from poor coding or tools.  With 30 years of Porsche experience and the official data verification for Porsche Motorsports, you can assure that having your car tuned by Softronic will be the best!

This product is available for immediate purchase at $2795 including the FREE Client Cable.  Get more information by visiting our Porsche 997 Turbo ECU Tuning Page Here.

Softronic does 3 things different that make the ability to tune your Porsche 997 Turbo efficiently and conveniently.  First, Softronic uses a Client Cable that simply plugs into the OBDII port and then connects to your laptop.  All of Softronic file transferring is done on a secure server that Softronic’s Flasher Client Software sends the files to and from with.  This is necessary to maintain the security of your VIN and IMOB coded ECU and make sure that all files are for the proper vehicle.  By using this method, there is no need to remove your ECU from the car, no need to have additional equipment to flash it, and no need to worry about dealer warranty.

Second, when you receive your tuned file specifically for your car, Softronic also sends you your true ORIGINAL file that can be flashed back to your ECU at anytime.  This is exactly what it is, the original.  Others have a “stock” file that can be loaded, but it is not your true original read out.  Others “stock” file can be detected by the factory Porsche PIWIS diagnostic tool.

Lastly, 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.  With this superior ability from Softronic, you can be sure that each individual lambda and timing table is tuned properly.  You never had to worry about re-reflashing your car for basic things like race gas, exhaust, intake, etc.

With our Guarantee to our customers, the easiest Installation available, and Online Support, Softronic is the best answer for those 997 Turbo owners wanting more power from their vehicle.

Please see the below pictures to understand this simple process –

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997 Turbo Cab with Flash and Exhaust runs 11.3 1/4 mile

Friday, August 21, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com

A client of ours who was partaking in the 2009 Gumball 3000 rally had his 997 Turbo cab equipped with a Softronic ECU Flash and a Agency Power Exhaust System.  3000 miles straight across the USA and this car still was able to put down a 11.3 in the Florida humidity.

VR630 Horsepower Kit on Porsche 997 Turbo Cab

VR630 Horsepower Kit on Porsche 997 Turbo Cab

VR630 Horsepower Kit on Porsche 997 Turbo Cab

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997 Turbo hits 11.4 in 100F Weather with GT3076 Turbos

Friday, August 21, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com

Vivid Racing customer and their Porsche 997 Turbo featuring GT3076rs turbos hit the track and ran a 11.4 at 127mph in 100F whether. This car was also Softronic Tuned…

11.4 Timeslip

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Porsche 997TT VTG Upgrade 700HP Tune

Wednesday, August 19, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com

Porsche 997TT VTG Upgrade 700HP Tune – $2795

Softronic has developed an ECU tune for those 997 Turbo owners running upgraded VTG turbochargers. The upgraded VTG system retains all the factory components, but with a larger compressor and clipped wheel, these turbos can now produce up to 700 horsepower to the crank. Modifications should be consulted with a installer and the assistance of Softronic to maximize the potential of your vehicle. The tuned file is designed to retain the factory boost controller and up your boost level. For those running catless race pipes, Softronic raises the O2 limiters which trick the computer from throwing a CEL. This map is available for a 91 octane or 93 octane pump gas car as well.

Softronic is now one of the only companies in the world that can do OBDII ecu flashing of the 997 Turbo. 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. Softronic will also provided you with your original file. With this original file you can flash your car back to stock at any point. This map includes 2 revisions in the price. If revisions are necessary, you must provide the dyno sheet showing HP, TQ, Boost, and AFR as well as a Durametric Datalog. Durametric cable is required for this.

vr750beforeandafterWith corresponding performance mods this map was tested on a 997TT Tiptronic to make 557 all wheel horsepower on a Mustang Dyno. With a 25% drivetrain loss, that is a 696hp to the crank.

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 997TT 700HP ECU File, please contact us using our Support Page.

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