Notices
SC - 1st Gen (1992-2000)

Tuning AEM EMS V2

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Sep 22, 2016 | 07:49 AM
  #1  
SC300T's Avatar
SC300T
Thread Starter
Lexus Test Driver
 
Joined: Mar 2001
Posts: 1,205
Likes: 1
From: Ohio
Default Tuning AEM EMS V2

....Starting to setup this AEM EMS V2 on my 92 SC300.
I've gone over most of the base parameters so far and I think I've got a decent starting point. I have a few questions regarding fuel and ignition map (generalizations), and also the rev limiter.

REV Limiter---- do you want the ignition and fuel cut to happen at the same RPM? These can be set independently. I would think you would want them to cut at the same time- if you cut fuel first then you momentarily go lean? If you cut ignition first then you've got unburned fuel? Which is better?

Fuel Map ---- I'm on BC 268 / 270 cams on a ported head with HD valve springs. It flows very well up top. I would imagine the large efficiency island (peak torque) centered around 4500rpm on a normal 2JZ in my case would be moved up 1000rpm or so? 2000rpm higher? I've always thought that with stock compression, I would need to run more fuel - perhaps 11:1 AF ratio as a target on pump gas. Thoughts?

Ignition timing --- Same as above- I'm assuming the hotter cams also move up the band where I have to reduce timing a little (under boost). I'm thinking the timing needs to be around +5 degrees (or even 0 degrees) in the area around 5500rpm under full boost (I'm tuning for a 10:1 compression motor and 10lbs of boost initially). I think it also means that I can run more timing at lower RPM below around 3800 because of the cam. - there seems to be more detonation margin down low with the hotter cam.

I'm setting the rev limiter at 8500rpm once it gets stable. Before then, I'll stick to 6200 or so.

Last - if any one has a .cal file for a 2JZ with hotter cams, I would love to see the fuel and timing maps. Could even just be a screen shot.

Thanks.
Reply
Old Sep 22, 2016 | 04:34 PM
  #2  
INTIMAZY's Avatar
INTIMAZY
Instructor
iTrader: (5)
 
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 1,208
Likes: 6
From: NY
Default

I like to have ignition cut far after fuel cut. Rely on fuel cut. Going rich is relatively safer than going lean.

That fuel "island" you refer to is really setup and turbo dependent. Someone who has more experience may be answer your question more directly but I think the best answer will depend on what your datalogs show. Ever setup is different. Cams do move powerbands right but it is really more affected by the turbo you are running. In my experience on my 1JZ going from stock to 272s on the same 60-1 turbo, that "island" you refer to didn't actually move at all. I just had less drop off of that island when approaching redline. If anything, island actually started slightly earlier.

Timing? Just add a degree and log a run. If your knock counts go above 3 back off. Rinse and repeat.
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
BoostLee
SC - 1st Gen (1992-2000)
6
Sep 2, 2013 10:57 PM
gerrb
SC - 1st Gen (1992-2000)
10
Oct 12, 2012 09:45 AM
stockhatch
SC - 1st Gen (1992-2000)
4
Oct 20, 2010 06:21 AM
Blk97SC300
SC - 1st Gen (1992-2000)
40
Jul 15, 2008 06:17 PM
RedPhoenix
SC - 1st Gen (1992-2000)
4
Apr 21, 2007 04:59 PM




All times are GMT -7. The time now is 05:05 PM.

story-0
TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing

Slideshow: diving into 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium's pricing, performance, fuel economy, features, and amenities!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-23 13:09:18


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!

Slideshow: the 10 Lexus and Toyota vehicles you need to drive before you die.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-23 10:34:24


VIEW MORE
story-2
Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation

Slideshow: Top 10 Lexus/Toyota models with the lowest 5-year depreciation rate.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-08 12:19:06


VIEW MORE
story-3
Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?

The LC hasn't even disappeared from the Lexus lineup yet, and we're already seeing signs of an explosive market.

By Brett Foote | 2026-04-06 09:25:02


VIEW MORE
story-4
GX 550 vs TX 550: Best 3-Row Luxury Lexus Family Hauler

Slideshow: comparing the pricings, specs, power, fuel economy, fun-factor, and features of the GX 550 Luxury+ and TX 550h+ Luxury.

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-03-19 13:44:11


VIEW MORE
story-5
9 Best Lexus Models You Can Buy for Half Price (And 1 You Shouldn't!)

Slideshow: 9 best Lexus models you can buy for half price and 1 you should avoid

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-19 12:01:07


VIEW MORE
story-6
2026 Lexus NX Buyer's Guide: Models, Features, Prices & More!

Here's everything you need to know about the latest NX.

By Brett Foote | 2026-03-19 11:56:59


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Lexus TX 550h+ (& 3 Reasons to AVOID!)

Slideshow: reviewing the 2026 Lexus TX 550h+ Luxury plug-in hybrid crossover SUV!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-03-05 19:04:47


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Lexus & Toyota Models of the 1990s RANKED!

Slideshow: Top 10 Lexus and Toyota model of the 1990s ranked.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-04 12:35:11


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Great Toyotas That Could Have Been Lexus Models

Slideshow: 10 Toyotas that could have been Lexus models.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-02-19 11:44:33


VIEW MORE