ECMlink Abnormal dsmlink readings

[magikdsm]

Hello all,

I currently have DSM Link v3. and I have done a couple of datalogs to see how the car was running. I've noticed that on some of the datalogs, the car reads that it has 600+ HP or so. which does not make sense. The car made 330 on a mustang dyno not 600+. Can anyone explain why this happens? Thanks.

Forgot to attach the log here it is.

 

[snowborder714]

Looks like you were in 2nd gear, so do you remember any wheel spin/wheel hop?

 

[magikdsm]

Yes the car spins all through second,is that the cause for it?

 

[snowborder714]

Yup. You need to have traction for it to be anywhere close to being right.

For example, when I do a burnout at the track, I see close to 2000hp.

 

[magikdsm]

Ahh okay, well thanks for the quick reply haha It had me confused I thought the software was bugged or something. Thanks a lot though. I appreciate it !

 

[snowborder714]

Something you need to look into is your -74° coolant temp. This means your sensor is broke and the signal isn't getting back to the ECU. This is probably causing starting/idling issues.

Also, keep in mind that if you make adjustments to the fuel sliders it will add those to any adjustments already made to the MaxOct DA table. This is why it's recommended to only make changes in one or the other.

You should also look into getting an wideband if you actually want to start getting serious about tuning the car. Check out Innovate brand units.

 

[CiscoBite1Time]

sorry to hijack but what's an ideal coolant temp reading.

 

[Jon91TSi]

sorry to hijack but what's an ideal coolant temp reading.

190-205 +/- depnding on thermostat; fully warmed up, with an otherwise properly operating cooling system.