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Old 08-23-2012, 10:37 PM
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So, since I'm having a tough time getting anywhere with the TCM reprogramming for the Axle Ratio change, I'm starting to seriously consider going the standalone TCM route as they can be had for the same cost as some outfits claiming they can retune out TCM's. That way I can mess with all parameters on my own and to my liking.


My only problem is, how can we reprogram/fool the ECU to not miss the TCM?

I was thinking about messing with the linear switch to make the TCM think it's in neutral all the time but than wouldn't the rev limiter at 3000rpm be on all the time?
 
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Old 08-24-2012, 05:31 AM
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You should just contact Phil @ Eurotek & get the TCM reprogrammed. Then you can fully enjoy your car.
 
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Old 08-24-2012, 07:38 AM
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These guys have a box of tricks...

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Old 08-24-2012, 05:14 PM
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Originally Posted by JgaXkr
You should just contact Phil @ Eurotek & get the TCM reprogrammed. Then you can fully enjoy your car.

Which eurotek is it? I googled and a few came out. Do you have a contact e-mail?

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Old 08-28-2012, 04:43 PM
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So, since I'd really like to get the EGS52 into the car I picked up a 2010 722.6 from a Dodge Challanger. I'm going to tear it up to see how the valvebody looks like. Hopefully it's got the famous bluetops.
 
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Old 08-28-2012, 08:06 PM
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Were the Blue Tops ever fitted to a Chrysler??? I thought they were Maybach only.
 
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They were AMG. And I guess chrysler uses their own clutchpacks. No bluetop for chrysler.
 
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Originally Posted by JgaXkr
You should just contact Phil @ Eurotek & get the TCM reprogrammed. Then you can fully enjoy your car.
Well, I finally touched base with Phil.... It's gotta be a hell of a tune as they quoted me $2450.00 for the TCM ratio change.
 
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I can only tell you that it does work. He has done at least 3 for me.
 
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