Livernois MyCalibrator Tuner/Tune Review - 2016 Edge Sport 2.7 EcoBoost

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I went with Unleased tuning on my SHO, I prefer the SCT livewire and everything I can monitor with it. As for them having 2 different hp/tq figures, it you didn't go with a 3 bar map sensor too then you have the lower of the 2 as you can't run as much boost.

I'm not aware of the Edge/Fusion 2.7TT needing a 3-bar sensor? I know the SHO/MKS/Explorer 3.5TT needed the 3-bar sensor to get the most out of the tunes.
 

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I'm not aware of the Edge/Fusion 2.7TT needing a 3-bar sensor? I know the SHO/MKS/Explorer 3.5TT needed the 3-bar sensor to get the most out of the tunes.
I am not sure, I only have experience with the 3.5, it is kind of weird they state up to 100+hp but then it says 61hp on a stock vehicle, I wonder what else is needed for that extra 50hp. I am guessing down pipes, intake, thermostat and exhaust at the minimum.
 

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I am not sure, I only have experience with the 3.5, it is kind of weird they state up to 100+hp but then it says 61hp on a stock vehicle, I wonder what else is needed for that extra 50hp. I am guessing down pipes, intake, thermostat and exhaust at the minimum.

I see what you're saying now. I do know the chart on the website is outdated since they released their latest updated tune. I don't think downpipes are even available for this platform?

Here's the most recent graph.
 

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I see what you're saying now. I do know the chart on the website is outdated since they released their latest updated tune. I don't think downpipes are even available for this platform?

Here's the most recent graph.
Yeah, I know they updated in like November of last year so maybe their data is just behind. It could also be the difference from 87-93 octane, someone should ask lol.
 

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After reading Travis' thread about the 2019 Edge ST and the Livernois' thread about their tune upgrade for the 2.7 EcoBoost, I decided to pull the trigger on their MyCalibrator Tuner. The tuner shipped out the day after I ordered it, and 5 days later it arrived by FedEx.

Livernois MyCalibrator Tuner Review

Contents and Documentation
The Livernois package contained the tuner, a USB cable for connecting the tune to my computer, a cable to connect the tuner to the vehicle's OBD-II port, and detailed instructions. The instructions were easy to understand and clear.

Tuner Setup
The day after I provided Livernois with the requested vehicle info for the tunes (87 octane, 89 octane, 91 octane, 93 octane and a copy of the factory tune), I received an email with a link to download the tunes file. Downloading the file and installing it to the tuner device from my computer was very straight forward. It took about 20 minutes in total. With the tunes installed on the tuner device, it was now time to install the 93 octane tune on my Edge Sport. I chose the 93 octane for the most power/torque gains and because I've always used 93 octane in my Edge. Just a personal preference.

Tune Installation
The tune installation instructions were very easy; basically connect the tuner device to the OBD-II port and follow the instructions on the tuner display screen to choose the 93 octane tune from the 5 available. Took 10 minutes at most.

First Impressions and Tune Review
I'll preface this review by saying that my Ford Edge 2.7 EB performance was very adequate. Especially using the Sport mode. More power, of course, is always better. ;) The transmission shifts, however, were not crisp and often very sloppy (felt like it was slipping). I never took it to the dealer because they'd likely say it was normal, so I lived with it. In Sport mode, occasionally the transmission would stay in a lower gear on a downgrade and the engine revs would be abnormally high and would not move to a higher gear no matter what I did (except switching from Sport mode to normal Drive mode).

I also want to say that I do not have dyno numbers for my Edge Sport before the tune install, and I have no intention to get post-install dyno numbers. I don't race my Edge so I just don't have any need for the numbers. By seat of the pants dyno is sufficient. LOL. I simply wanted better performance around town and on the freeway.

Driving through my neighborhood with the new tune, the engine revs were low so except for better throttle response, I only really noticed that the shifts were more crisp, but not harsh. Exiting from my neighborhood onto an empty main road, I decided to stay in Drive (not Sport), and at 20mph or so I nailed it. Whoa! Yeah, definitely a big power increase here! When I reached 50mph I let off on the throttle continued driving normally. Even on city streets, I was impressed with the power and torque increases. And I loved the improved shifting; very crisp, with upshifts and downshifts occurring when expected. No slipping. No sloppiness. Noticeably better than the shift with the factory tune.

Today I took the Edge out again and drove to the freeway in Sport mode. Egads! Throttle response in Sport mode was very impressive, and I didn't think that would be possible since I was very pleased with Sport mode throttle response with the factory tune. Better is, well, better! I entered the freeway in regular Drive mode and at about 50mph went full throttle. It pulled very strong right up to 90 where I let up. It felt like the engine wanted to pull forever. Regular freeway driving was non-eventful since I was only cruising. Lane change throttle response was improved; very noticeable. Auto downshifts were crisp and quick. No lag. No sloppiness. Thank you, Livernois.

So what about going back to the dealership for service? Will they know I've added a custom tune. Not likely, unless they're investigating something. Livernois includes a copy of the factory tune in the tunes file, so it is now loaded on my tuner device. The day I have to go to the dealership, I simply hook up the device to the OBD-II port and select the Factory tune on the device. After the service is complete and I leave the dealership, I'm free to re-connect the device and select the 93 octane tune again. Takes no more than 10 minutes total. Simple! You definitely CAN have your cake and eat it, too. ;) I do understand now that the dealership can find evidence of a re-flashed PCM but they've have to have the intent to investigate, like if I had an engine issue and they suspected an engine mod of some type being a contributing factor. I don't race my Edge Sport and haven't added any other mods, so I'm feeling okay about the minimal risk.

That's it for now. I'll update this thread with any important notations or new comments. I do have to ask Livernois a question about the 93 octane tune power and torque gains. Their website states two sets of power and torque increases. I'll post whichever set of numbers they say are correct for my 93 octane tune when I hear back from them.
Wow Bob what a great review! Glad your happy with what we have done with this vehicle and happy to hear we solved some of the issues the vehicle was giving you stock! We highly appreciate that you took the time out to do this review on our newly updated tune and we hoep you continue to enjoy yourself in the vehicle!
 

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Unless something changed you actually have to request livernois to queue up your factory tune to the server for you then update tuner to then tune car back to factory stock.

Hey thanks for the reply,

You can always go back to stock with our tuners and you don't need to call or have us do anything special. We store the stock tune in the tuner.

Also just a note we think its best to be honest with the dealer on the tuned status. IMO

Thanks
 

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I watched both the fusion and Edge dyno vids with the revisions. Any specific differences between the setup on the fusion vs edge in power delivery? Looks like the fusion gets the extra hp and the edge gets the tq advantage.



Fusion sport - 339whp 395wtq
Edge sport 312whp 423wtq
 

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I think the consensus is: yes, they can "figure things out" if they dig deep enough. The fact is, MOST of the time the dealer will have no reason to "look into it". Nonetheless, you should still return it to stock if it's being serviced.
 

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Here are a few photos of my '16 Edge Sport. The ONLY mod I have done to date is the Livernois tune/tuner. I have had thoughts about going with black wheels, but not the factory black. They're crazy expensive.

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What is your budget for wheels/tires? Are you wanting to keep them 20's to reuse your stock tires?
 

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What is your budget for wheels/tires? Are you wanting to keep them 20's to reuse your stock tires?
I will probably stick with 20s because 20" tires are cheaper than 21" and offer a better ride. My stock tires will be replaced before summer, so reusiing the factory tires isn't important.

Well done Bob!
Thanks Josh!
 

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We have the gunmetal 21s on our edge sport and they do look amazing. I got a winter 18in set because as soon as the weather gets consistently cold they do ride very firm.
 

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Great review Bob! Looks like a nice comfortable daily!

Enjoy your new found power.
Thanks, Kevin, I really am enjoying it. The midrange is crazy.

We have the gunmetal 21s on our edge sport and they do look amazing. I got a winter 18in set because as soon as the weather gets consistently cold they do ride very firm.
I wanted to find a set of those wheels, but they're crazy expensive. The finish color is perfect for my White Platinum paint. Here's a few 20" wheels I'm considering. The first one (Titanium Gunmetal) is my favorite.

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I like the first and third wheel pic Bob. I also have painted some of my track Mustang wheels with the matte black spray can paint from Advance Auto. If you do a good prep job they actually come out real nice. I had to do a repair job on my wifes 2016 Fusion black wheel. I would have to show you where the repair is for you to see it.

Some tint on those front windows would really make your Edge pop.

As far as the dealer being able to tell if it is tuned. Who cares? We're car guys. We mod cars. It's what we do. This thread has inspired me to order the Livernois tuner for my Fusion 2.0.
 

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I am not sure, I only have experience with the 3.5, it is kind of weird they state up to 100+hp but then it says 61hp on a stock vehicle, I wonder what else is needed for that extra 50hp. I am guessing down pipes, intake, thermostat and exhaust at the minimum.

I made a conservative 450hp with a tune only 17' 3.5 F150. Its getting retuned come spring with e30. Its tuned by a local guy whom is a former mechanical engineer, now he just tunes full time. This guy writes his own programs to piggy back onto what ever tuner he is using, in my case he used HP tuners so he can tune the trans as well. Super Super smart guy. He does a lot of work for the local ford dealerships when they cant figure something out. They can see how many times its been flashed, then compare it to their systems. He was very informative and showed me comparisons of previous mail order tunes I had Vs. his tune. He also showed me as well that the "stock" tune that was assigned to your vehicle may not be the one that was returned to your vehicle via your tuning device. For instance, he said there was around 17 different stock tunes for the 17 3.5 F150, Well the one that was stored on my device wasn't the one that originated from my trucks computer. So he remapped it back to the correct one.
 

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