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Old 01-02-2011, 11:32 PM   #1
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So what do I need to get a protune? Do I need a Cobb AP? =]
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Old 01-02-2011, 11:38 PM   #2
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Is it too stupid to answer? Lol
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Old 01-02-2011, 11:48 PM   #3
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Is it too stupid to answer? Lol



Hahahah


OP, look three threads down and bam:
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=2110688
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Old 01-03-2011, 10:57 AM   #4
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A "pro tune" is just a tune done specifically for your car by a professional tuner. Some tuners prefer to use Cobb's software, others may use open source software, or may be willing to do it either way.

The #1 thing you need is a trusted tuner who a) has the skills to do a good tune, b) will listen to your goals. A tune is often a compromise between power and safety, so you have to let the tuner know what you want and they have to advise you and work within your comfort zone.

Once you find the right tuner, talk to them about options like Open Source versus AP.
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Old 01-03-2011, 12:29 PM   #5
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Read the sticky at the top of this section.
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Old 01-03-2011, 05:52 PM   #6
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Thanks! I bought a Cobb AP but if I end up wanting a protune do I have to uninstall or can I keep the AP?
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Old 01-03-2011, 05:54 PM   #7
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you dont have to uninstall it in most cases. Depends on your tuner.
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Old 01-03-2011, 05:55 PM   #8
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different tuners choose either Ap or open source, with an AP you can "save" the custom MAP that a protune will give you that is specific for your car
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Old 01-03-2011, 05:58 PM   #9
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Oh ok thanks guys I guess I'm a have to find me a tuner who I like!
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Old 01-03-2011, 06:00 PM   #10
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Oh ok thanks guys I guess I'm a have to find me a tuner who I like!

yes definately do some research on tuners in your area, and be willing to take a drive to find a quality tuner, the drive will be well worth it. Good luck
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Old 01-03-2011, 06:02 PM   #11
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yes definately do some research on tuners in your area, and be willing to take a drive to find a quality tuner, the drive will be well worth it. Good luck
Will do thanks again!
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What are your mods OP?
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Old 01-03-2011, 08:52 PM   #13
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just coldair intake and exhast but planning to get a lot of stuff done this year!
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