I have gotten several PM's about HP tuners lately, it seems people don't know what it is and what you can do with. I will start this off and hopefully other HP Tuners owners will chime in.
First off it is a tool here is what HP Tuners says about the scanner:
VCM Scanner Product Information
The VCM Scanner utility is a fully featured OBDII scanning and diagnostic tool.
It allows viewing, charting and logging of diagnostic data in real time via the vehicle OBDII diagnostic data port. It also allows viewing of vehicle Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's) and other vehicle information. Built in VCM controls also supported. Command fans, closed loop, gear select, timing, air fuel ratio and more real time! No editor package can be considered complete without comprehensive scan tool capabilities
The editor: VCM Suite Product Information
The VCM Editor utility is a comprehensive VCM/PCM programmer and parameter editor.
VCM Editors Flash utility allows the user to read the VCM/PCM flash memory and save it to a binary file. The Flash utility allows a valid calibration to be written to the VCM/PCM and also incorporates an automatic VCM/PCM recovery capabilities for ultimate protection against any reflashing problems that may be encountered.
The VCM Editor also allows modification of the saved binary image. The VCM Editor allows all parameters such as Spark, Fuel, RPM Limits, FAN Temps, Transmission Shift points and pressures, Speedometer settings and many, many more. The editor provides an easy to use graphical interface and many powerful table manipulation capabilities such as copying, scaling and shifting to name a few.
View the Full Features List Order VCM Suite Now!
So you're probably thinking, what else could there be for a professional tuner? Well, read on...
The VCM Suite has certain features that a professional tuner may find more useful. It includes some of the following extra capabilities.
VCM Editors Flash utility allows not just calibration reflashing and automated recovery, but entire VCM/PCM image reflashing. This means that you are free to make any operating system or calibration level modifications and flash those to the VCM/PCM. This has many uses for the advanced enthusiast, serious tuner or engine swap shop, allowing complete control over the VCM/PCM software environment.
The VCM Editor also allows for increased vehicle support for tuners, and also access to extra VCM/PCM operating system code modifcations. Tuners also have the option to modify VIN's, a useful feature for mail order VCM's.
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The VCM Scanner utility is a fully featured OBDII scanning and diagnostic tool.
It allows viewing, charting and logging of diagnostic data in real time via the vehicle OBDII diagnostic data port. It also allows viewing of vehicle Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's) and other vehicle information. Built in VCM controls also supported. Command fans, closed loop, gear select, timing, air fuel ratio and more real time! No editor package can be considered complete without comprehensive scan tool capabilities.
VCM Suite is the complete package.
These components combine to make VCM Suite the most feature rich, powerful and comprehensive VCM/PCM reprogramming and diagnostics package available on the market today. In addition, our attractive make/model/year based licensing structure makes VCM Suite a clear leader in value for money.
VCM Suite is the ultimate tuning tool designed for your serious tuner and tuner shop. For lots more info visit HPtuners.com.
I use mine to tune my GXP, my Sierra Denali, my son's GMC pick up, and his 2004 GTO with an LS6 engine. I work with Lyndon Wester on all the tunes. He sends me a tune via email and it takes 2 minutes to install it. Both the HP Tuners and Westers Tune are available from Dejon a supporting vendor.
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Solo Mach and High Flow Cat
Dejon Intercooler, Intake Elbow, BOV spring
Wester's Garage RACE tune II
JPM custom shifter.
Barney Juice with Militec-1
GM Auto-dimming mirror with OnStar and maplights
Rhys Millen Racing, RMR Style Bar. Peak RWHP 286.3, Peak Torque 313 ft/lbs.
SSR Type C wheels, Bridgestone Potenza RE-01's
DDM Works PINK Breastplate
Nice write up Jim ... Don't foget that with the PRO version you get the MPVI interface which allows you to log without having to carry a laptop in the passanger seat.
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I don't know if anyone has tried, I don't think so, when I spoke with Lyndon about it he thought that since it is blank the car would not even recognize it for you to be able to program it. Any dealer can put a stock tune on it, I have no idea what the would charge or if they would do it at all.
__________________ Red Bull Drift Team 2008
Solo Mach and High Flow Cat
Dejon Intercooler, Intake Elbow, BOV spring
Wester's Garage RACE tune II
JPM custom shifter.
Barney Juice with Militec-1
GM Auto-dimming mirror with OnStar and maplights
Rhys Millen Racing, RMR Style Bar. Peak RWHP 286.3, Peak Torque 313 ft/lbs.
SSR Type C wheels, Bridgestone Potenza RE-01's
DDM Works PINK Breastplate
Okay, so I am thinking about the Westers tune. I don't have the knowledge or time to learn how to tinker with tunes, so I really just want the ability to load the Westers tune and then load the stock tune back if needed, etc...
Would the standard suite be the way to go?
Does the the HP Tuners save the stock tune to the interface or do you need to move it to a computer, then copy the Westers tune to the Interface before flashing the ECM?
Thanks...
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2008 Mean GXP - Premium package, Air, Chrome Wheels, Sport pedals, Spoiler, Monsoon. MBRP Exhaust
The interface does not store anything, the computer must be attached when you download a tune or update one. It is very easy to use, nice interface. Easiest with a laptop but no reason you could not do it with a desktop and a long USB cable.
__________________ Red Bull Drift Team 2008
Solo Mach and High Flow Cat
Dejon Intercooler, Intake Elbow, BOV spring
Wester's Garage RACE tune II
JPM custom shifter.
Barney Juice with Militec-1
GM Auto-dimming mirror with OnStar and maplights
Rhys Millen Racing, RMR Style Bar. Peak RWHP 286.3, Peak Torque 313 ft/lbs.
SSR Type C wheels, Bridgestone Potenza RE-01's
DDM Works PINK Breastplate
Okay, so I am thinking about the Westers tune. I don't have the knowledge or time to learn how to tinker with tunes, so I really just want the ability to load the Westers tune and then load the stock tune back if needed, etc...
Would the standard suite be the way to go?
Does the the HP Tuners save the stock tune to the interface or do you need to move it to a computer, then copy the Westers tune to the Interface before flashing the ECM?
Thanks...
lil goat is right! trust him, which I did as well!
HP tuner standard suite is fine and you will be able to go from one tune to another using a laptop.
Get the westers tune.....you will not go wrong!
I tossed my bsr tune.....and westers tune is a lot better.....
I've been telling people the same thing...the Westers tune is far better than the BSR, having owned both. I dumped my BSR bc I was having issues with it also that could not be fixed. I am soooo glad I went with Westers. his customer service is also great....he gets back quickly to emails and is well-educated in tuning and the HP Tuner software.
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