Proper tuning aids: XCAL 2-3 livewire datalog cable for wideband hookup

[01bluesnake]

In case anyone wants a good way to log your run with wideband through the XCAL or livewire with ease, VMP sells these cables for easy hookup. I use a X3 and a AEM wideband to be able to tune properly. :beer:

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[Grant Theft Auto]

i don't understand what you are saying exactly?

is this something to connect to a wideband to datalog it?

because the X3 has datalogging built into it already

 

[03cobra#694]

i don't understand what you are saying exactly?

is this something to connect to a wideband to datalog it?

because the X3 has datalogging built into it already

Yes, and i`m pretty sure he`s talking about using ''Livelink'' to log with.
X2 wiring to w/b controller.

X3 wiring to w/b controller.

 

[KingBlack]

ok im kinda confused...is the oem o2 sensor not good enuf for tuning?

 

[04sleeper]

ok im kinda confused...is the oem o2 sensor not good enuf for tuning?

The factory O2 sensors are "Narrow Band" and only monitor small changes.

You use the factory O2 sensors to help you tune Short Term Fuel Trims.

You need a good "Wideband" O2 sensor to properly tune for wide open throttle.

 

[KingBlack]

im hoping this will work...its got the 6 pin connector that goes to my x3...plus i found a 20 dollar coupon for this. would this with the firewire connector work with the x3???

Advance Auto Parts: Wideband A/F Oxygen Sensor by Bosch - Part 17014

 

[04sleeper]

im hoping this will work...its got the 6 pin connector that goes to my x3...plus i found a 20 dollar coupon for this. would this with the firewire connector work with the x3???

Advance Auto Parts: Wideband A/F Oxygen Sensor by Bosch - Part 17014

That is just for the sensor. You still need to have a controler for it.

Here's an example.
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[KingBlack]

ok...well..lol
could the readings from the ford ecu be used for getting the car to idle properly?

ive got so many mods on this car it barely idles...

 

[04sleeper]

ok...well..lol
could the readings from the ford ecu be used for getting the car to idle properly?

ive got so many mods on this car it barely idles...

Yes. A good tuner should be able to get the car to idle properly with a base tune.

 

[KingBlack]

Yes. A good tuner should be able to get the car to idle properly with a base tune.

its me bro...going with the PRP

Im think im gonna tune it to idle well then road tune it over the next 6 weeks.ill do WOT when i get the wideband

 

[04sleeper]

its me bro...going with the PRP

Im think im gonna tune it to idle well then road tune it over the next 6 weeks.ill do WOT when i get the wideband

You should be able to do that just fine with the PRP.

 

[harvboi05]

for the record, you can just buy a DIN or a firewire cable from amazon for literally 75% of the cost from VMP's site.

worked fine for me.

 

[01bluesnake]

Sorry for the delay in response, internet was messed up. Yes, the cable is used for using livelink to view runs with a wideband reading as noted up top. This is the most accurate way to tune a car, as just going off narrow band voltage may not be as accurate.

for the record, you can just buy a DIN or a firewire cable from amazon for literally 75% of the cost from VMP's site.

worked fine for me.

Good to know, thanks.