Stall Computer Flash - Done

[Jack]

Well I finally got my computer flashed this morning with the latest code to get rid of my stall issues

I went to Sutton Ford in Matteson, and I've got to say that place is top notch. Quick, clean and friendly.

I was in and out in 15 minutes and that's including the tour of their performance shop area, I saw their in ground dyno and the SCT tuning software.

It's nice going to a dealer with all of your mods still installed :headbang: and not getting harassed or questioned.

I even reinstalled the updated Predator pulley tune while in the cover vehicle waiting area while service writers walked by looking at what I'm doing. :cool2:

I tried to make my car stall during my 30 mile commute to work, and no success :biggthump . The car feels nice and strong, and it's a relief not to have to engine brake at ever stop, and the lower idle is nice .

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[Flyn]

Sounds good, Jack. Your experience is making me think about switching dealers. Let us know if you notice any power loss at the top of the RPM range like some guys on SVTP were reporting after they got the flash.

 

[cobravenom39]

Where is Sutton Ford at? Are they still as gregarious to customers who didn't purchase their cars at their dealer?
This almost sounds like a Utopia, almost too good to be true!

 

[Jack]

Where is Sutton Ford at? Are they still as gregarious to customers who didn't purchase their cars at their dealer?
This almost sounds like a Utopia, almost too good to be true!

they are in Matteson, near I57 and I80, talk to Randy... they took care of me...

even replaced my cracked 3rd brake light under warranty. :headbang:

Sutton High Performance
21315 Central Ave
Matteson, IL 60443
Phone: (708) 720-8100
E-Mail: [email protected]

 

[hj16]

Where is Sutton Ford at?

Closer than you think

 

[Wharf Rat]

Just got mine done a few weeks ago. No more stalling and a FEW more MPG's! It's kinda cool to get better than 13 MPG for once.

I don't think you'll notice the better gas mileage with your pulley/tune though.

 

[Jack]

Just got mine done a few weeks ago. No more stalling and a FEW more MPG's! It's kinda cool to get better than 13 MPG for once.

I don't think you'll notice the better gas mileage with your pulley/tune though.

why not?

the pulley tune only changes WOT parameters... I can't continously drive with the gas floored but I can sure try :clap:

 

[hj16]

No more stalling and a FEW more MPG's! It's kinda cool to get better than 13 MPG for once.

Damn son, I got 15-17mpg stock, stop beating on her all the time

 

[nytebyte]

If I get the stall reflash done, can I reinstall my Predator tune? Or will this not work?

Oh BTW, I made it from my house all the way down to our little get together at US41 on 1/4 tank of gas!! The whole trip one way was 145 miles! Seems pretty good to me.

I used another 1/4 tank racing and almost a 1/2 tank getting home because I got stuck in very heavy traffic.

It's amazing how badly city driving with traffic kills your MPG.

 

[Jack]

Damn son, I got 15-17mpg stock, stop beating on her all the time

my Cobra's LIFETIME average is 15.559MPG as of 6/02/04

worst MPG =12.300 MPG
best MPG = 17.857 MPG


and yes I document every fill up since I purchase the car at 3200 miles

spreadsheet at: http://auratechnology.com/Cobra/

 

[Jack]

If I get the stall reflash done, can I reinstall my Predator tune? Or will this not work?

STEP 1. load the stock tune back into your car from the predator..

STEP 2. update your Predator tool software following these instructions: http://www.diablosport.com/downloads/Ford_Cobra_update.php

STEP 3. Go to dealer and have reflash done

STEP 4. Install predator tune

remember when the stock tune is loaded DO NOT GO WOT OR ABUSE THE CAR, drive it like a granny and you will be fine.

 

[hj16]

my Cobra's LIFETIME average is 15.559MPG as of 6/02/04

worst MPG =12.300 MPG
best MPG = 17.857 MPG

Damn, my worst MPG was around 15mpg. My best was upwards of 23-4mpg

 

[Flyn]

Don't you ever hit the gas? I get 12s...

 

[Wiked03]

Damn, my worst MPG was around 15mpg. My best was upwards of 23-4mpg

Do you always drive downhill or something?

I can get 20-22 on the highway if I try, but around town my average is like 14-16. I have had a couple tanks around 11 mpg!

 

[Wharf Rat]

I have been getting about 15 since the reflash. Used to be 12 to 14 or so. I can't imagine getting 17

Part of it could be that I live in BFE and 98% of my driving is on 2 lane country back roads which are largely devoid of traffic so I can (and do) spend most of my time running ballsout. :burnout:

 

[nytebyte]

STEP 2. update your Predator tool software following these instructions: http://www.diablosport.com/downloads/Ford_Cobra_update.php

Ok, I downloaded all the new Predator software, but I have a question.

Do I still need to go in and have Ford flash the computer with the updated "no-stall" code?

Isn't the new, updated Predator software already based on this new code from Ford? If I flash my Cobra's computer with the new Predator code, don't I get the stall fix too? If so, I wouldn't need to go to Ford and have them flash the computer.

 

[Jack]

Ok, I downloaded all the new Predator software, but I have a question.

Do I still need to go in and have Ford flash the computer with the updated "no-stall" code?

Isn't the new, updated Predator software already based on this new code from Ford? If I flash my Cobra's computer with the new Predator code, don't I get the stall fix too? If so, I wouldn't need to go to Ford and have them flash the computer.

FOLLOW THE STEPS I OUTLINED...

the predator does not change the code revision number

 

[Since 1964]

I only averaged 10MPG my first summer (no hot rod for 6 years I guess) and get about 12 usually. You know, I have an early issue car and I can't for the life of me figure out how to go about getting a tune for my CAI Cat Back only mods...any suggestions? I'm thinking of going out to Anderson Motor Sports now that I read MM&FF's article.

Please advise. I'm not after MPG and my car NEVER stalls, I just want it to function better with my mods.

 

[cobravenom39]

Good to hear Jack, your well on your way to not getting T-boned at stop signs. Lots a love, bro

 

[cobravenom39]

I'm too scared to check... I can do the math, but I know the outcome. 13.4 gallon tank, and 168 miles on the trip when the check fuel light goes on.


You gotta love America!!!!!!

 

[Flyn]

Someone want to do a "Kramer" and see how far they can go after the light? I sweated it out once and cruised 10 miles to the gas station by my work with the needle pegged on E.

SVT Cobra Specs say 15.7 gals. capacity so your mileage is even worse than you think...

 

[nytebyte]

Someone want to do a "Kramer" and see how far they can go after the light?

I also once drove about 10 to 15 miles with the "Low Fuel" light on and the needle on the "E" red line. When I finally filled up, I put in about 12.2 gallons. So that means there should have been 3.5 gallons still in the tank.