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Softronic Releases OBDII ECU Flashing for DFI 997, 987, and Cayenne Cars

Friday, October 30, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com

Softronic has made another first in Porsche ECU Tuning and now has the ability to flash the DFI Porsche 997.2 cars from 2009+. We utilize our Flasher Client interface which allows the customer to connect to their car with a OBDII cable and write the new Tuned File. No removing of your ECU from the car or downtime. No warranty issues as your true original file is included and can be flashed back ANYTIME.

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After customer Mark G flashed his car in NY he emailed this, “I will say this so far… The power/pull is much more consistent from start to redline. Throttle is perfectedly sensitive and responsive.”



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 FSI 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 280ft/lbs
Tuned Power360HP and 295ft/lbs
3.8L Stock Power – 385HP and 310ft/lbs
Tuned Power398HP and 322ft/lbs

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.

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997 Turbo Tip Runs 11.16 in the 1/4mile with Softronic

Thursday, October 22, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com

This Softronic tuned Porsche 997 TT out of Tennessee but the business to the 1/4 mile yesterday.  The tiptronic car with a Softronic flash and muffler bypass pipes ran a 11.16sec at 123mph in his first run out.  Adding 80HP, this clearly gave the 997 Turbo that advantage to pull a strong 1/4 mile time.  Check out the pictures below.

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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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996 Turbo Tuned at the Texas Mile

Monday, October 19, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com

We visited the Texas Mile event on October 16-18 where cars competed to see what their top speed would be in a standing mile.  This customers red 996 Turbo was complete stock except a K&N filter and some diverter valves.  We added a K16 ECU flash to take it from .6bar to 1.0bar of boost and add almost 80 horsepower to the car.  Needless to say the driver improved his top speed tremendously!  Softronic was able to remotely flash his car through the OBDII port wirelessly completely the entire upload and download in just under 2 hours on site.

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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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Tial Alpha 3071 Turbos Tuned on a 996 Turbo

Wednesday, September 30, 2009 posted by SoftronicTuning.com

One of our customers from Poland has this awesome Porsche 996 Turbo that we just got done tuning.  His car features the Tial Alpha Series 3071 turbochargers with internal wastegates.  In addition to the turbos, he is running an upgraded exhaust, headers, clutch, spark plugs 71lb injectors, and some more bits and pieces.  The customer has provided us with datalogs verifying the spot on AFRs.  Soon to upgrade the intercooler hose/plenum and intercoolers, this car will be making some big horsepower.  Stay tuned for more pictures and videos!  Just another custom ECU flash tune for a 996 Turbo by Softronic.

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