hello yall i have a 2010 srt8 i just got and so far ive added a typhoon k&N intake and removed the resonatores and isntalled 2 super 10 flowmasters- im extremely please with results so far and as it stands it sounds great- my question is does this car need a retune now to optomize performance? what tuner is the best value to buy? im extremely computer and gadget savvy but have never messed with anything dealing with automobiles- im 27 and have had 2 cars prior but none this beastly- i really want to optimize the cars potential as it is now and also will be either switching to high flow cats or more likely just removing the cats all together( i removed them on my 95 mustnag gt 5.0 and my 2004 gmc sierra 5.4 or 5.7 idont remember) im also planning to swap headers in a few months but thats not high on my list and probably will be the extent of mods i do as i dont want to butcher it or change too much- any advice would be greatly appreciated i dont mind dropping money on a nice tuner but i am really trying to understand which is best value etc.. also i dont want to void my warranty so im trying to get some advice from some srt8 experts- thx!!
newbie tuner question for 2010 srt8
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Welcome to the Forum, you will love it here. Lots of great information.
You don't need a retune with those mods, its not enough of a change to make a difference. I wouldn't add headers either, the SRT has a great flowing exhaust as is.
Use the search feature and most all your questions have already been answered.
The Diablo Predator U7135, is hand held device that comes with a couple tunes in it that you can load yourself. You can also take it to a tuner and he can Provide a CMR or custom tune while on the dyno that would give you a noticeable change in performance especially if you have a automatic. There are also some vendors that will provide e-mail tunes but you will still need the Predator.
I said the same thing as you did ( I will stop at this) . Have a end goal and research as much as possible before you pull the trigger on any performance Mods. Purchasing the Predator is a good investment.
You don't need a retune with those mods, its not enough of a change to make a difference. I wouldn't add headers either, the SRT has a great flowing exhaust as is.
Use the search feature and most all your questions have already been answered.
The Diablo Predator U7135, is hand held device that comes with a couple tunes in it that you can load yourself. You can also take it to a tuner and he can Provide a CMR or custom tune while on the dyno that would give you a noticeable change in performance especially if you have a automatic. There are also some vendors that will provide e-mail tunes but you will still need the Predator.
I said the same thing as you did ( I will stop at this) . Have a end goal and research as much as possible before you pull the trigger on any performance Mods. Purchasing the Predator is a good investment.
thanks a million for the fast and informative reply! i will definitely continue searching to learn as much as possible- good to hear i dont need headers , im thinking after i remover the cats or get the high flows ill just save my money for a few months and get a supercharger, i know its expensive but id rather not go the rout of upgrading everything inbetween ten times only to end up wanting a supercharger in the end- but for now ill go with the tuner and get it on a dyno and tuned propperly with just my setup i have , since i have an automatic im hopefull to get it tuned to be at top performance- i hate to ask a follow up question but is buying the predator myself the best choice or would a tuner with a dyno already have one and just tune it for me themselves- again i may be ignorant so dsregard that question if its completely stupid and in the meantime ill look for a predator tuner to buy- thanks chukarboy!
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You will need to purchase a DiabloSport Predator to tune your hemi. Tuners do not stock Predators; either you need to provide one or they will order one for you.
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Many tuners do stock Predators, and believe me, they'd prefer you buy it from them if using their tuning services!!
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Yep, buy it from the tuner , most shops in our area stock them and sell them as a package that they come up with ( stage 1 or 2). TS is a must have also. The tuner will set the fans for you. You will need the Lower TS if you go FI and its a cheap mod and your engine will run cooler.
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