Anyone tried the new Bama V2 tunes in a 2014 automatic?
4/7/15, 05:40 AM
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Anyone tried the new Bama V2 tunes in a 2014 automatic?
Hear they are quite good now. Like the idea of dealing with AM in case I'm not satisfied. There customer service has always been top notch.
4/7/15, 10:33 AM
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I loaded up the 91 performance tune last month and I'm currently running the 91 race tune. I love them both! Night and day difference from the old tunes Bama offered. It seems like the tune affects Sport mode as well, but I'm not sure if it only affects certain parameters or fully overwrites the OEM sport mode setup.
4/7/15, 02:21 PM
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I loaded up the 91 performance tune last month and I'm currently running the 91 race tune. I love them both! Night and day difference from the old tunes Bama offered. It seems like the tune affects Sport mode as well, but I'm not sure if it only affects certain parameters or fully overwrites the OEM sport mode setup.
4/8/15, 06:21 AM
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No, I couldn't justify the expense of a CAI given the virtually nonexistent gains. I'm running a tune and Roush axle backs with a K&N filter. The car is noticeably quicker with the newer Bama tune.
4/8/15, 07:25 AM
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I have a 2014, but with a stick shift. I just loaded my 93 performance tune about 2 weeks ago. I am very impressed with it that I am putting a stop in my performance mod(for now). I have a KN filter, an H pipe, and a Corsa axleback. I have not even tried the 93 race tune. This is my first car that I have ever put on a tune.
4/8/15, 08:50 AM
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I have a 13' automatic with an AIRAID CAI and I have the 93 octane V2 tunes. I run with the 93 Race all the time. Seems improved over the older versions with improved throttle response. I did bump the shifting firmness up on it as I like the tires to break loose when it shifts at WOT 
4/9/15, 11:37 AM
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Let me know if you have any other questions at all and I'm here to help!
Alex
I loaded up the 91 performance tune last month and I'm currently running the 91 race tune. I love them both! Night and day difference from the old tunes Bama offered. It seems like the tune affects Sport mode as well, but I'm not sure if it only affects certain parameters or fully overwrites the OEM sport mode setup.
Alex
I have a 2014, but with a stick shift. I just loaded my 93 performance tune about 2 weeks ago. I am very impressed with it that I am putting a stop in my performance mod(for now). I have a KN filter, an H pipe, and a Corsa axleback. I have not even tried the 93 race tune. This is my first car that I have ever put on a tune.
Alex
I have a 13' automatic with an AIRAID CAI and I have the 93 octane V2 tunes. I run with the 93 Race all the time. Seems improved over the older versions with improved throttle response. I did bump the shifting firmness up on it as I like the tires to break loose when it shifts at WOT
If anyone has any questions at all I'm here to help!
Alex
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4/9/15, 11:42 AM
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Can you explain why, with the coyote being available for so long now, all of a sudden the v2 tunes have improved so much? What's changed? I mean the engine and pcm, and tuning software hasn't changed. Nothing has been recently discovered in the world of tuning has it? I'm sure you guys get asked all the time.... What is making the v2 tune that much better?
4/9/15, 01:07 PM
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Can you explain why, with the coyote being available for so long now, all of a sudden the v2 tunes have improved so much? What's changed? I mean the engine and pcm, and tuning software hasn't changed. Nothing has been recently discovered in the world of tuning has it? I'm sure you guys get asked all the time.... What is making the v2 tune that much better?
^ excellent question, I'd like to know, as well..
4/9/15, 02:49 PM
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I know they hired a new head tuner. His name is Paul ????( sorry can't recall) But from what I've researched He's pretty sharp at tuning and has a pretty impressive resume. Others in the business also acknowledge that he knows his stuff in the field of tuning Mustangs. AM was apparently wanting to improve the Bama tunes and that's what they've done.
4/10/15, 10:15 AM
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Can you explain why, with the coyote being available for so long now, all of a sudden the v2 tunes have improved so much? What's changed? I mean the engine and pcm, and tuning software hasn't changed. Nothing has been recently discovered in the world of tuning has it? I'm sure you guys get asked all the time.... What is making the v2 tune that much better?
I know they hired a new head tuner. His name is Paul ????( sorry can't recall) But from what I've researched He's pretty sharp at tuning and has a pretty impressive resume. Others in the business also acknowledge that he knows his stuff in the field of tuning Mustangs. AM was apparently wanting to improve the Bama tunes and that's what they've done.
That's a great question and Bama brought Paul on last season and he saw the need to overhaul their tunes - He's pretty obsessive compulsive about anything that he has his hands on and he saw that there was room for improvement on a few fronts.
One of which being driveabiltiy - I'm a guinea pig here for on site feedback and I'm highly critical on what comes out from Bama. The most drastic improvement in my opinion is how the vehicle operates just getting around town. But to hit on a few of your questions he saw that the electronic throttle calibration was lacking and needed improvement which in turn gets us greatly improved throttle response.
Bama was having a lot of feedback from their automatic customers as well that the shift characteristics just weren't there and that was something that needed to be address in my opinion as well. Characteristics, shift points, torque converter lock/unlock, fuel map changes, spark map changes we're all overhauled. They've also started working with their customer extensively datalogging (For Free) to further dial in their calibrations as it's something I think should be done no matter what the make/model of the vehicle.
Let me know if you're to have any other questions at all and I hope this helps.
Alex
4/10/15, 11:24 PM
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I have a manual and just upgraded to the V2 tunes, and so far I'm impressed. I'm waiting for a break in the weather so I can really see the difference. But from my very limited use, It does feel like the cars pulls way harder.
4/12/15, 07:10 AM
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I'm a little confused on one thing though. I just got my tuner SCT and JLT CAI. But there is a label on the tuner that says to go to SCT's website to updating the device for the latest software/tune revisions before use. I filled out the questionaire about my car before placing the order with AM. In other words I have a custom tune. Should be programed and ready to go right??? Why would it need any revision or update? I don't want to screw up anything by downloading some thing I should'nt.
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4/12/15, 04:58 PM
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Two different things. The tune files are on the device. What the update is referring to is the firmware or SCT operating system. So SCT wants to be certain you are using the latest version of their software. It's all good.
4/12/15, 09:09 PM
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So should I do anything Or just load it as is?? Don't mean to sound dumb but this stuff is all new to me.
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4/12/15, 09:45 PM
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I was at the track wendsday night! (1/4 mi.)
I was talking to 3 guys with Bama tunes, and 3 different types of CAI!
I have a Pro-cal tune with K&N drop in filter.
We were all on street tires I'm a manual trans, 2 of them were manual 1 was auto.
I ran a 12.52 @ 113.9 mph!
The fastest one of the 3 with a Bama tune ran 12.74 @ 113.2 mph!
One guy said he just got his tune 2 weeks ago, I don't know if it's a V2 tune.
Just wanted to give a little real world test #'s I was part of.
Granted driver plays a part, so not trying to start a tunner fight, just offering up some info!
I was talking to 3 guys with Bama tunes, and 3 different types of CAI!
I have a Pro-cal tune with K&N drop in filter.
We were all on street tires I'm a manual trans, 2 of them were manual 1 was auto.
I ran a 12.52 @ 113.9 mph!
The fastest one of the 3 with a Bama tune ran 12.74 @ 113.2 mph!
One guy said he just got his tune 2 weeks ago, I don't know if it's a V2 tune.
Just wanted to give a little real world test #'s I was part of.
Granted driver plays a part, so not trying to start a tunner fight, just offering up some info!
4/14/15, 05:33 PM
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Well I just installed my BAMA custom tune and JLT CAI today. Pretty easy install. Then I start it up. Ran like crap. Rough and popping thru the CAI. Then it died and I'm thinking I should of never done this. So I start it again. Runs bad but runs. After about 2 minutes its fine running smooth. I guess computer needs to adjust itself. Be nice if instruction sheet had mentioned that it could happen. I was nervous for abit. Anyhow took it for a ride. First thing I noticed were the firm& positive shifts(automatic) and downshifts. Not harsh or jerky. Throttle was very responsive. All guage readings were perfect. Havent tried the 91 Race tune yet. Saving that for the track in afew weeks.. Best ET stock is 12.92@109 mph. Thanks A M Very happy (so far) !