new downpipe need a retune

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Old Sep 12, 2012 | 01:12 PM
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Default new downpipe need a retune

i'm changing my 2.5" downpipe to a new 3" one. The car is running in a safe 11.2 afr's at WOT. Do i need a retune or i can test the car and see how she feel? i'm just changing the old cause a big dent on it.
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Old Sep 12, 2012 | 01:17 PM
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retune...or just replace with 2.5"
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Old Sep 12, 2012 | 02:30 PM
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I don't think you "need" a retune. The larger downpipe is likely just going to reduce your spool time slightly.
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Old Sep 12, 2012 | 03:48 PM
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Default Re: new downpipe need a retune

I would retune it. It will effect are AF ratios and spool up sooner.
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Old Sep 12, 2012 | 03:53 PM
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Larger downpipe will increase spool not decrease. You wont need a complete retune but the tune will need some cleanin up. More flow = more fuel
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Old Sep 12, 2012 | 03:59 PM
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Default Re: new downpipe need a retune

thanks, TURBO-LS
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Old Sep 12, 2012 | 04:58 PM
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Default Re: new downpipe need a retune

watch the wideband it will most likely need touching up
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