Finally tuning available for TL auto and manuals

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Old Aug 5, 2025 | 06:24 AM
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Finally tuning available for TL auto and manuals

Finally they cracked kline ECU I just tuned my automatic j series timing fuel map torque map throttle sensitivity VTEC engagement and set
rev limiter 7300 rpm exhaust pops 🍿

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Old Aug 5, 2025 | 07:34 PM
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Does it come with any pre-made tunes or are do they all need to be custom done? with it being 56K connection no wonder it takes so long to datalog and get the tunes uploaded per the video!

Got a link/contact info?
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Old Aug 5, 2025 | 07:56 PM
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Originally Posted by csmeance
Does it come with any pre-made tunes or are do they all need to be custom done? with it being 56K connection no wonder it takes so long to datalog and get the tunes uploaded per the video!

Got a link/contact info?
pre-tune maps all you have to do is tell him all the modifications you have done or if you're close to stock or boosted he has the maps for you ,data log is optional and more expensive and more time here's the link directly to him and to his website just tell him that I referred you he will give you $50 off your tune.I tried to link it here but it won't let me for whatever reason but the link is on my YouTube video description box

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Old Aug 15, 2025 | 10:17 AM
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Maybe I'm too old to understand, but what is the appeal of the popcorn tune?
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Old Aug 15, 2025 | 12:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Optical Toxin
Maybe I'm too old to understand, but what is the appeal of the popcorn tune?

Well, during the black of night, if you like to run up to the rev limiter while performing a V6 TL Italian tune-up, the 'appeal' manifests in the form of "ATTENTION", as the rpm's drop,...

from the homeless population frequenting the area?
There's that, lol.


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Old Aug 15, 2025 | 06:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Optical Toxin
Maybe I'm too old to understand, but what is the appeal of the popcorn tune?
the popping was to prove that the ECU is tuned I don't care for it to tell you the truth but at the same time I really don't mind it either, but I do plan on removing it on my second tune revision because I put a high flow Flowmaster cat just because I can't tolerate the exhaust emissions . But I will say that the tuner does not like exhaust pops either but the vast majority of people requested 🤷
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Old Aug 15, 2025 | 09:13 PM
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What obd dongle and tuning software is used? I would like to purchase and tune myself
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Old Aug 15, 2025 | 10:14 PM
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Originally Posted by SilentWrath
What obd dongle and tuning software is used? I would like to purchase and tune myself
Basically you're going to need a genuine tactrix open port 2.0 PCM flash module 13 and you're going to need a tuning software with full capabilities not all tuning software has full capabilities so winOLD all that together something around close to1800 to $2,000
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Old Aug 16, 2025 | 10:02 AM
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Popcorn is for kids.

Above mentioned pricing is way overstated.
An OpenPort adapter is $170..
https://www.tactrix.com

PCMflash is about $150 shipped/downloaded (Module 13), plus whatever tariff is applied. The only thing that gets shipped is the USB dongle..
https://ecutools.eu/chip-tuning/pcmflash/
https://www.pcmflash.ru/downloads/english.html

And there is free tuning software available. Tactrix offers EcuFlash for free (see above link). Some other potential options are Honda Tuning Suite or ROM Raider.

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Old Aug 17, 2025 | 07:49 PM
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Originally Posted by SilentWrath
What obd dongle and tuning software is used? I would like to purchase and tune myself
its from a member of HTS , if you live near Florida or the surrounding area go support your local k-line tuner better safe than sorry .

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Old Sep 5, 2025 | 01:45 PM
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Originally Posted by J series Kingdom
its from a member of HTS , if you live near Florida or the surrounding area go support your local k-line tuner better safe than sorry .
I wrote that.

You should at least let people know where you're copying information from.
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Old Sep 5, 2025 | 01:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Euro-R_Spec_TSX
Popcorn is for kids.

Above mentioned pricing is way overstated.
An OpenPort adapter is $170..
https://www.tactrix.com

PCMflash is about $150 shipped/downloaded (Module 13), plus whatever tariff is applied. The only thing that gets shipped is the USB dongle..
https://ecutools.eu/chip-tuning/pcmflash/
https://www.pcmflash.ru/downloads/english.html

And there is free tuning software available. Tactrix offers EcuFlash for free (see above link). Some other potential options are Honda Tuning Suite or ROM Raider.
HTS CANBUS is not free, and the others to not support the protocol. There is no free solution for Honda KLine.
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Old Sep 5, 2025 | 05:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Rolling Road EFI
I wrote that.

You should at least let people know where you're copying information from.
I did matter of fact I wrote a whole paragraph but only a portion was published maybe it was too long I don't know ? I mentioned you specifically and where to contact you I also mentioned the dangers of tuning blindly with no experience people can brick their ECU blow up their engines too much timing and AFR too rich or too lean etc, and the importance of having an experienced tuner like yourself tune their vehicles because they're not just paying for a tune they're also paying for the experience and the knowledge of the tuner for best results !!! there's a lot of people out here giving bad advice they're going to get someone's car blown up and they're not going to pay for the damage.
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Old Oct 2, 2025 | 09:35 AM
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Originally Posted by J series Kingdom
pre-tune maps all you have to do is tell him all the modifications you have done or if you're close to stock or boosted he has the maps for you ,data log is optional and more expensive and more time here's the link directly to him and to his website just tell him that I referred you he will give you $50 off your tune.I tried to link it here but it won't let me for whatever reason but the link is on my YouTube video description box
I just contacted him, does the $50 discount still apply?
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Old Oct 2, 2025 | 10:14 AM
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I just contacted him, does the $50 discount still apply?
Edit: can confirm $50 discount is no longer available.
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Old Oct 7, 2025 | 08:30 AM
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I had the remote reflash. Process was painless, communication was good (via Instagram), the whole thing took about 20 minutes. My car is 100% stock and after the reflash it is definitely more responsive.
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Old Oct 7, 2025 | 11:52 AM
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Just curious, did you opt for the 'popcorn' version?
If so, how do you like it?
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Old Oct 7, 2025 | 12:55 PM
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Just curious, did you opt for the 'popcorn' version?
If so, how do you like it?
I did not. He optimized some stuff, 7200 rpm limit, no speed limit, 4400 rpm VTEC. Mine is my daily in a job where I go to people's houses with it. I have to stay "reserved."
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