Notices
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013) Discussion about the 2006+ model IS models

Basic Tuning Methods?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Feb 14, 2014 | 02:14 PM
  #1  
AZ JB's Avatar
AZ JB
Thread Starter
Advanced
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 621
Likes: 0
From: Arizona
Default Basic Tuning Methods?

Any of you guys using anything to do basic tunes on your 2IS? Trying to prototype a new cold air intake and we keep getting a CEL from the MAF. Even after measuring with a micrometer, can't seem to get it to stay off. Anyone out there had any success with something basic like a S-AFC or..?
Reply
Old Feb 14, 2014 | 02:52 PM
  #2  
NYKnick101's Avatar
NYKnick101
Lexus Test Driver
 
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 1,449
Likes: 5
From: NY
Default

I know one guy on here who did the twin turbo IS, he kept on getting a CEL from the maf when he was making his charge pipe. When he pretty much welded it back close to its stock location, the CEL went away. Try that
Reply
Old Feb 15, 2014 | 07:44 AM
  #3  
AZ JB's Avatar
AZ JB
Thread Starter
Advanced
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 621
Likes: 0
From: Arizona
Default

Originally Posted by NYKnick101
I know one guy on here who did the twin turbo IS, he kept on getting a CEL from the maf when he was making his charge pipe. When he pretty much welded it back close to its stock location, the CEL went away. Try that
Are you referring to welding the MAF sensor at the same place on the pipe that the stock or F-Sport intake is welded?
Reply
Old Feb 15, 2014 | 08:10 AM
  #4  
NYKnick101's Avatar
NYKnick101
Lexus Test Driver
 
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 1,449
Likes: 5
From: NY
Default

yes, get it as close to stock location as possible. I think the Fsport intake is the same spot as the OEM intake
Reply
Old Feb 19, 2014 | 09:58 AM
  #5  
AZ JB's Avatar
AZ JB
Thread Starter
Advanced
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 621
Likes: 0
From: Arizona
Default

Thanks NY.

I think I am going to get an AFC still though. Does anyone out there know the best place to pick one up that is compatible with our cars..?
Reply
Old Feb 19, 2014 | 11:56 AM
  #6  
Gville350's Avatar
Gville350
Moderator
10 Year Member
iTrader: (10)
 
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 11,576
Likes: 444
From: South Carolina
Default

There isn't a piggyback setup compatible (off-the-shelf) with the 2IS; you will have to modify it to work. So get a universal one.

FYI, the ecu will self-adjust for the inputs you set within the piggyback.
Reply
Old Feb 19, 2014 | 03:52 PM
  #7  
AZ JB's Avatar
AZ JB
Thread Starter
Advanced
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 621
Likes: 0
From: Arizona
Default

Originally Posted by Gville350
There isn't a piggyback setup compatible (off-the-shelf) with the 2IS; you will have to modify it to work. So get a universal one.

FYI, the ecu will self-adjust for the inputs you set within the piggyback.
Thanks. Any recommendations on a simple and basic one that will get the job done?
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
andy350
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013)
17
Aug 9, 2025 11:20 AM
Ltaboso
IS F (2008-2014)
8
Dec 15, 2015 06:57 AM
macd7919
2Gen GS430 / 400/ 300 Classifieds (98-05)
0
Jul 8, 2012 10:50 PM




All times are GMT -7. The time now is 06:40 AM.