hrlinc Posted November 29, 2017 Share Posted November 29, 2017 I'm thinking of the Livermois tune. Seems to be the only viable upgrade at this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airflow Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 I'm thinking of the Livermois tune. Seems to be the only viable upgrade at this time. It is a very noticeable difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleestack1 Posted January 6, 2018 Share Posted January 6, 2018 Any longterm trends on how tunes hold up?. I do scan the 2gfusions forums and read occasional stories of blown motor parts. Not that a tune is ultimately the cause of anything. Stock motors will fail too. I am considering an Unleashed tune to add a little extra to mine. Worry a little about my chances of it not being an issue down the road... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airflow Posted January 6, 2018 Share Posted January 6, 2018 I love my Livernois tune and have had no issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zalvern Posted January 8, 2018 Share Posted January 8, 2018 Still doing fine with my tune and performance modifications. I had more issues with software and modules needing updates, than anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brucelinc Posted January 9, 2018 Author Share Posted January 9, 2018 Livernois still does not have a performance tune for the 3.0 Continental. I am very happy with the tune I have from AJP turbo but I have always thought the 1-2 shift was a bit too soft. It is 100% better than stock but still not as crisp as my old MKS. My tuner has been working on a Fusion and says he has finally cracked the code to sharpen up that 1-2 shift for me. I look forward to seeing the results. Livernois did build a transmission tune for me a few months ago but it was barely any better than stock. The tuning and datalogging experience with my tuner has been enlightening. So much of what applied to the 3.5 ecoboost just does not work on the 3.0. I am not looking for a dragstrip special by any means but I think my Conti has a bit more in it with a quicker 1-2 shift. We might also try a tune more dedicated to a mix of E85. The SHO and Fusion Sport guys are getting good results with E85 but it has never really helped my car much. There is likely some potential there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drolds1 Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 What about the caution of not running more than E15 in these (non-flex fuel) engines? Do not use: Diesel fuel. Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin. Fuel containing more than 15% ethanol or E85 fuel. Fuels containing methanol. Fuels containing metallic-based additives, including manganese-based compounds. Fuels containing the octane booster additive, methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). Leaded fuel, using leaded fuel is prohibited by law. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brucelinc Posted January 9, 2018 Author Share Posted January 9, 2018 The danger of excessive use of E85 is that the fuel pump on these diect injection engines cannot pump enough at WOT and the car goes lean. To run higher percentages requires monitoring fuel pressure during the datalogging and tuning process and not exceeding the fuel pump's capability to maintain adequate pressure. The 2013+ Ecoboost 3.5 can handle up to about 30% ethanol. The 2.7 and 3.0 are capable of much more due to improved fuel systems. I have run up to 30% with no drop at all in fuel pressure. However, it didn't really gain me anything due to not having enough boost or timing to fully take advantage of it. I have seen SHOs drop ETs by nearly half a second when tuned for a 30% ethanol mix compared to just running E10 93 octane. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zalvern Posted January 12, 2018 Share Posted January 12, 2018 Livernois hasn't made any updates to the MKZ either. Though I am planning to invest in darkstar's downpipes once he creates a catted version and have Livernois do the install and retune. Won't be anytime soon however. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanders_tj Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 I'm thinking of the Livermois tune. Seems to be the only viable upgrade at this time. Did you ever get the Livernois tune? I haven't purchased my Livernois tune yet. Trying to see how other drivers out there enjoy theirs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hrlinc Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Ran at Island Dragway in NJ this past Sunday. Temps in the mid 80's with matching humidity. Best time attached. Slowest wast 13.1. Thought the times were good considering weather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drolds1 Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Outstanding! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fusionff Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Nice, and I never knew that Island Dragway existed in Jersey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hrlinc Posted August 30, 2018 Share Posted August 30, 2018 On 8/28/2018 at 2:30 PM, fusionff said: Nice, and I never knew that Island Dragway existed in Jersey. Opened in the 60's Great Meadows. Small family run place. Used to go to Raceway Park but they surprised people this year by suddenly closing down the strip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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