Switchable software from GIAC is now available in Stage 1 & 2!

BoostedE90 · 09-21-2010, 08:36 AM

Been waiting on this! I ran GIAC in my audi and I loved it! Definitely going to be getting this soon! It has been a long wait but definitely worth it!!

tom @ eas · 09-21-2010, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by shockin330i

Need some n55 love

Now that N54 S1/S2 is complete, N55 is next.

Liquid2.0T · 09-21-2010, 02:02 PM

Where are the South Florida tuners for this?

Luckydacuz · 09-21-2010, 02:23 PM

Can't wait for the day n55 flash is out!!! Hopefully it's a faster progress than with the n54.

techlogik · 09-21-2010, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Liquid2.0T

Where are the South Florida tuners for this?

http://www.giacusa.com/dealermap/

You can look through the dealer database and find one.

Looks like Champion is the only place according to the Map they have...maybe there are more down there?

Champion Motorsport
3101 Center Port Circle
Pompano Beach, FL 33064

PKumarM3 · 09-21-2010, 04:45 PM

how much do dealers charge for this flash?

is there a set price or am i at the mercy of the dealer?

tom @ eas · 09-21-2010, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by PKumarM3

how much do dealers charge for this flash?

is there a set price or am i at the mercy of the dealer?

Stage 1 Flash is $800
Stage 2 Flash is $1000

Labor is up to the individual flashing facility, we do not charge for labor for flashing/reflashes.

PKumarM3 · 09-21-2010, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Stage 1 Flash is $800
Stage 2 Flash is $1000

Labor is up to the individual flashing facility, we do not charge for labor for flashing/reflashes.

Tom

Long time, hope all is well.

Understand that the labor is up to the individual facility, but what is incorporated in a flash? I am new to this whole world, but how does a flash take place? car is hooked up to a stand alone computer connected to GIAC and then ur cars flashed?

How much do you guys charge for all those extra goodies - flash loader w/race,valet, stock,?

tom @ eas · 09-21-2010, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by PKumarM3

Tom

Long time, hope all is well.

Understand that the labor is up to the individual facility, but what is incorporated in a flash? I am new to this whole world, but how does a flash take place? car is hooked up to a stand alone computer connected to GIAC and then ur cars flashed?

How much do you guys charge for all those extra goodies - flash loader w/race,valet, stock,?

Flashing is about 60-90 minutes, the vehicle is plugged into a standalone computer and power supply to prevent any voltage drops/spikes during the flash process.

Here's what's needed:

Handheld switcher: $150.00 (required for switching options)

Optional Switching Modes:
Stock Mode: +$100.00 (free for customers who purchase a handheld within the 30 days of switching release)
Race Mode: +$200.00
Valet Mode: +$100.00

For those not located near a GIAC facility, we can bench-flash the DME and have it returned via Overnight Priority for minimal downtime.

s.myrr · 09-21-2010, 07:35 PM

How involved of a process is it to remove the DME? Is there obvious signs of tampering that occur when this is done?

bulldog_yyc · 09-21-2010, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by s.myrr

How involved of a process is it to remove the DME? Is there obvious signs of tampering that occur when this is done?

its easy, if you take your time and are careful, there are no signs

tom @ eas · 09-22-2010, 12:22 PM

Well look what just showed up:

Who's next?

old account 1 · 09-22-2010, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by BoostedE90

Been waiting on this! I ran GIAC in my audi and I loved it! Definitely going to be getting this soon! It has been a long wait but definitely worth it!!

Justin has you covered!

old account 1 · 09-22-2010, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by techlogik

http://www.giacusa.com/dealermap/

You can look through the dealer database and find one.

Looks like Champion is the only place according to the Map they have...maybe there are more down there?

Champion Motorsport
3101 Center Port Circle
Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Champion has done BMW flashes before. Autodreams is also in the same area.

Autodreams Performance & Accessories INC
7884 Wiles Road
Coral Springs, FL 33067
Telephone: 954-757-6742
Website: autodrmz.com

Either dealer will be able to take care of you.

techlogik · 09-22-2010, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by turkish335

its easy, if you take your time and are careful, there are no signs

Agreed, I would say if you don't have a flashing facility close by and need to ship it...your chances of messing something up are even less than a piggy back because you don't have to remove each individual harness from the main wiring clip and don't have to touch the power tap location. Just the main connectors, pull the ECU out and ship. It is similar to other methods with Audi/VW etc...very straight forward.

It is literally a 15-20 minute removal process really taking your time and being careful at that. You could do it in less...but there is no reason to.

vasillalov · 09-26-2010, 09:11 AM

Austin,

Will the GIAC Flashloader Switcher for PC be available for our cars? I'd love to be able to have that option in addition to the handheld switcher.

cstavaru · 09-26-2010, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by vasillalov

Austin,

Will the GIAC Flashloader Switcher for PC be available for our cars? I'd love to be able to have that option in addition to the handheld switcher.

Hmm...does GIAC have this option for other cars ? Interesting...

Bahltech · 09-26-2010, 02:40 PM

The program switcher is only for cars running on K line and not can bus.

tom @ eas · 09-27-2010, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by cstavaru

Hmm...does GIAC have this option for other cars ? Interesting...

They do - check out www.giacusa.com for a listing of supported vehicles.

DrewKo · 09-27-2010, 10:13 PM

Can GIAC flash a N54 z4 3.5i s drive with the 7 gear set up?

tom @ eas · 09-28-2010, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by DrewKo

Can GIAC flash a N54 z4 3.5i s drive with the 7 gear set up?

Yes.

scalbert · 09-28-2010, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by DrewKo

Can GIAC flash a N54 z4 3.5i s drive with the 7 gear set up?

Did you go and do something?

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