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      01-21-2013, 02:14 PM   #23
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I am sorry, there is absolutely nothing anyone can do about the flatline issue running Cobb only. It's a sore point for me because I've done close to 100 datalogs trying to fix it with no avail. There is a way to make it slightly better at the expense of throttle position, in both ATP or ATR, but if you have a 6AT, stay away from Cobb only if you care about real-world performance.

But yes, I experienced first-hand what timing flatline does to a car (ran my friend's C63 with an OE tune, we are close to even until I shift into 5th and he proceeds to put 3 car lengths on me from say 125-155). I also ran laloosh aka Clap135 at the drag strip, dead even until I shift into 4th, then he puts 2 cars on me.

But sure, no one ever cared, sigh. Imagine how I felt after dealing with this for over two years.

Why do you still run a cobb tune if it doesnt perform so great? Or why havent you stacked a jb4 on?

Thats like having a jb4 g4 and saying you dont need to update cause it runs fine even though your throwing codes lol
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Why do you still run a cobb tune if it doesnt perform so great? Or why havent you stacked a jb4 on?

Thats like having a jb4 g4 and saying you dont need to update cause it runs fine even though your throwing codes lol
I am running JB4 ISO + Cobb (BMS Flash) Thanks for caring though!
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I have an idea on flat-lining, but I need a guinea pig.
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Cobb car needs to stack JB4 to fix that little issue he is having.
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I am sorry, there is absolutely nothing anyone can do about the flatline issue running Cobb only. It's a sore point for me because I've done close to 100 datalogs trying to fix it with no avail. There is a way to make it slightly better at the expense of throttle position, in both ATP or ATR, but if you have a 6AT, stay away from Cobb only if you care about real-world performance.

But yes, I experienced first-hand what timing flatline does to a car (ran my friend's C63 with an OE tune, we are close to even until I shift into 5th and he proceeds to put 3 car lengths on me from say 125-155). I also ran laloosh aka Clap135 at the drag strip, dead even until I shift into 4th, then he puts 2 cars on me.

But sure, no one ever cared, sigh. Imagine how I felt after dealing with this for over two years.
Sheesh I'm surprised they (Cobb) havn't fixed it?
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Sheesh I'm surprised they (Cobb) havn't fixed it?
Indeed. It's frustrating to lose races because of a tuning issue that can't be directly fixed.
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Indeed. It's frustrating to lose races because of a tuning issue that can't be directly fixed.
Your car is still flat lining?
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I am sorry, there is absolutely nothing anyone can do about the flatline issue running Cobb only. It's a sore point for me because I've done close to 100 datalogs trying to fix it with no avail. There is a way to make it slightly better at the expense of throttle position, in both ATP or ATR, but if you have a 6AT, stay away from Cobb only if you care about real-world performance.

But yes, I experienced first-hand what timing flatline does to a car (ran my friend's C63 with an OE tune, we are close to even until I shift into 5th and he proceeds to put 3 car lengths on me from say 125-155). I also ran laloosh aka Clap135 at the drag strip, dead even until I shift into 4th, then he puts 2 cars on me.

But sure, no one ever cared, sigh. Imagine how I felt after dealing with this for over two years.
Rumor has it that they are working on it. Hopefully it will be fixed soon.
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I'm a little shocked the GTI wasn't faster... That turbo can move some air in the right application. I guess I'm used to seeing Hondas actually make power.
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Your car is still flat lining?
not since I'm stacking JB4 ISO + Cobb. Works great now.
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Rumor has it that they are working on it. Hopefully it will be fixed soon.
They've been "working on it" since last summer. I suppose you can wait and have a poor running 6AT, or get a JB4 and have the car running the way it should now. If you somehow prefer running Cobb only and they fix it at a later date, sell the JB4 when that happens (if ever).
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You're a tool. And I explained why on the other forum last night even after you did your ninja editing...
Lol I don't go multi trolling on several different forums. The gti owner corrected you after you didn't read, themyst corrected you on the topic of protunes flatlining, themyst clarified that I don't need the iso upgrade to run the flatline fix so cutting the diodes (as you critisized me about) might not solve my issue....what's next? i have the wrong downpipes? lol Just give it a rest buddy.
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I'm a little shocked the GTI wasn't faster... That turbo can move some air in the right application. I guess I'm used to seeing Hondas actually make power.
In the gti's defense, he was only running 22 pounds. He said he was capable of running up to 30 pounds with a retune, but i'd imagine on about 25 or 26 pounds he would gain enough to walk our 335i's rather easily on 93 octane+meth.
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not since I'm stacking JB4 ISO + Cobb. Works great now.
Thats good to hear man. Get the rbs back yet?
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They've been "working on it" since last summer. I suppose you can wait and have a poor running 6AT, or get a JB4 and have the car running the way it should now. If you somehow prefer running Cobb only and they fix it at a later date, sell the JB4 when that happens (if ever).
I am in the process of getting pro tuned so I won't be dumping my Cobb any time soon. I can live with it for now (assuming the fix is in the near future). I'm not a track junky nor do I drive like I'm on the track in normal traffic so it doesn't affect me 99% of the time.
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I am in the process of getting pro tuned so I won't be dumping my Cobb any time soon. I can live with it for now (assuming the fix is in the near future). I'm not a track junky nor do I drive like I'm on the track in normal traffic so it doesn't affect me 99% of the time.
Flatlining isn't overly noticeable via the butt dyno when you're just doing WOT blasts on a highway or anything, but if you do ANY form of competitive racing (legal or not) you will notice the difference.

Just look at the video in the OP, that could be you.

My honest opinion, the fix isn't coming in the near future because it requires 1. new tables to be exposed 2. TCU reprogramming.
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Hey everyone, I'm the GTI owner. It was great to see where I stand compared to some very quick bmw's. There will be re runs soon. I was on 22psi in this video. I will try 23 next time My tune is poor above 19psi. Anything above 19 and I have to spray a good amount of meth to stop from running lean past 5500-6k rpm.
Can't wait until these two bimmers are running 100% so there's no BS to discuss.
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Hey everyone, I'm the GTI owner. It was great to see where I stand compared to some very quick bmw's. There will be re runs soon. I was on 22psi in this video. I will try 23 next time My tune is poor above 19psi. Anything above 19 and I have to spray a good amount of meth to stop from running lean past 5500-6k rpm.
Can't wait until these two bimmers are running 100% so there's no BS to discuss.
I believe there's an RB turbo 335i without any timing issues in your neck of the woods. I beleive litz4244 is local to you guys as well.
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Flatlining isn't overly noticeable via the butt dyno when you're just doing WOT blasts on a highway or anything, but if you do ANY form of competitive racing (legal or not) you will notice the difference.

Just look at the video in the OP, that could be you.

My honest opinion, the fix isn't coming in the near future because it requires 1. new tables to be exposed 2. TCU reprogramming.
True story.

Most people generally rip 2nd or 3rd gear on the highway at most and call it a day.

However, in a sustained pull rowing through all the gears flat lining timing makes a huge difference in the performance of the run, compared to a single gear pull.
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Can't wait until these two bimmers are running 100% so there's no BS to discuss.
Amen! Dont need to hear all these reasons, CEL or timing. If your car isnt running in its best condition then dont race. Let alone racing with old software/tune.
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I believe there's an RB turbo 335i without any timing issues in your neck of the woods.
Yes indeed, we will bring him out next time!
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Lol I don't go multi trolling on several different forums. The gti owner corrected you after you didn't read, themyst corrected you on the topic of protunes flatlining, themyst clarified that I don't need the iso upgrade to run the flatline fix so cutting the diodes (as you critisized me about) might not solve my issue....what's next? i have the wrong downpipes? lol Just give it a rest buddy.
Kiddo, Why are you talking about flat lining now haha

Youre the idiot that knowingly runs a tune that causes overboost CEL. You have a g5 board but wont update it to iso cause your happy the way it runs now...

Not sure why your spreading your lies on this forum now, after I told you to PM me on the other...

Im done with you.
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True story.

Most people generally rip 2nd or 3rd gear on the highway at most and call it a day.

However, in a sustained pull rowing through all the gears flat lining timing makes a huge difference in the performance of the run, compared to a single gear pull.
Highway pulls usually means 60-120/ 130
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