Basic LT1 Tuning (Part 1): Getting Started

This is the first part of a series I'll be making on basic tuning of 94-95 OBD1 LT1 computers. This method is much more cost effective than others and will usually only run you the price of an ALDL cable (although, it is possible to make your own, google it). If your car is not OBD1, you can convert it by swapping knock sensors/module.This tutorial covers the basic programs I'll be using, what they do, and how to navigate them.
Software links:
www.tunercat.com/winflash_desc...
www.tunerpro.net/
ALDL cables (use ALDU1 and CABL1 or CABL2 depending on port):
www.moates.net/gm-19851995-c-6...
Datalogging:
www.mediafire.com/file/jcm4p4r...

[@robertallen9971]

I think it's time for PART 2!

[@CRlTICALMASS]

Hey brotha, I'm ready for pt 2! Lol

[@jasonmiguel4709]

Lol

[@agentcjk]

please put out a part 2, I like the way you explain this

[@codyshirk8110]

Staying tuned for part 2 man!! I have a '94 LT1 383 stroker Firebird that I'd like to get more familiar with reading codes and understanding how to tune.

[@crapshack9175]

i just picked up a 95 . your videos are very helpful

[@ScoutsGarage.]

Would love to see a part 2!! I found this first video very informative. Im rebuilding a 96 lt1 z28 and i swapped a 95 computer in it. Plan on putting this usefull info to work. Keep up the good content!

[@keilylmm6377]

Great tutorial my friend 👍. I'm definitely going to be using the tuner cats on my 94 Pontiac Trans am LT1.

[@dagridiron94]

Dont forget about us big dawg your a dying breed pass 9n the knowledge !!!SENPAI!!!

[@johnmagana9617]

Cool man thanks. I’ve been messing with turnercats for a little bit. I have a 95 supercharged lt1. I appreciate the info you are sharing

[@tonymanns8249]

Great. Thanks for the video. Seems well worth $40 to me. ;)

[@trevirmurray754]

Still need part 2 lol

[@jedwebster8976]

I’m down just looking for reliable definition files for my 95. Would love to hear you elaborate on this part..Tuner Pro’s site gives a link for newer/ better files on the “ee” definitions line but following that I don’t see a clearly labeled xdf or adx for my 95 Z28 auto. Forums are cluttered with a lot of outdated info.

[@jeyanthitherce7274]

Thanks sir KZbin training course

[@arctic_2sscamaro493]

Hells yes

[@bigsutton]

Is there any programs I can use for obd2 computers like the one in my 97? I know your vid was 2 years ago but has anything came out?

[@micthegreasemonkey2918]

Hi man im just getting into tuneing so i went 2 the tp site not sure how much i need 2 download do i just load tp rt or more stuff?

[@MrSERI0U5]

Does this program remove speed limiter?

[@miamibitch305fl]

How do you connect the aldu1 cable to tuner pro?

[@onewolfe8750]

i have a 92 c4 what all do i need to be able to tune it for boost.

[@tomstrickland6002]

I need a laptop. What does the computer need to have to run these programs?

[@jedwebster8976]

Ditto on part 2… data logging tutorial would be cool.

[@albertosoto7634]

Great video brother! Quick question did you need an ads file as well or should with just xds work? For a 95lt1

[@JunkRacecars]

Just the XDF is all you need for tuning. The other file is for logging I believe, but I typically use Scan9495 or EEhack for that.

[@23tJJJ]

What websites you find other tunes

[@keilylmm6377]

Can I use windows 7 on my laptop? My 94 Pontiac Trans am is an LT1 that's being heavily modified in the engine..

[@jamesh9678]

I’ve got an 94 fbody lt1, it’s a swap I used the painless harness so I ended up with a obd2 aldl connector. Will that moates cable work for me? It says for 95. I’ve changed the tire size parameters years ago when I built the car but I forgot most of what I learned, glad you posted this it’s a great help.

[@JunkRacecars]

Yes it will work. There are 2 varieties of the Moates cable, you'd want the 95 variant.

[@abdrielsoto2026]

Part 2 comming anytime soon?

[@stevegibson7743]

why does the tuner pro shut down when I try to open the EE file?

[@zilla591]

ive tried installing Winflash but for some reason the application Icon just won't show up. it's installled but has no way to actually initiate the program even after uninstalling and reinstalling. windows 10. any ideas? i'm gonna keep trying but this is rather odd.

[@ebkbk9902]

does scan9495 only work on f bodys?

[@benb6262]

Got past vehicle information...but the step after I keep getting a pop something about couldn't communicate with pcm? Bad pcm?

[@bnastystuntz]

Any links on converting to obd1? I hVe a 97 camaro

[@256life6]

Would it be possible to pay you for personal phone help with tuning

[@23tJJJ]

Part 2?

[@alchampion340]

Are these soft wears apple friendly?

[@daltondoyle7629]

ok so i read the pcm and downloaded the bin file but when i try to open the bin file in tunerpro it says "file not found"..... im lost

[@creepycrawler4690]

It's not good when he doesn't reply to important questions.

[@AmirGTR]

I did it on my laptop it didn't recognize anything. I did the compatibility mode, and I used TunerCats just like the one here.

[@24MartinONDS]

Does that work with 93 F-Body aswell or is there a specific software?

[@bodizoffawerdnacasinocasin299]

Yea does it for 93z28

[@philiperickson5182]

What about fuel tables ???

[@grizzlygamingGG]

How do you tune a 94 corvette?

[@rafaelmendoza5723]

Why not the 1994 C4 Corvette is possible to tune?

[@d.s.6944]

Great video. I’m in the process of getting ready to tune my 97 SS. For the obd 1 conversion do I just get a pcm from a 95 and just plug it up in place of the obd2 pcm? Or is there some wiring involved? Thanks

[@JunkRacecars]

For the fbodies, all you need to change is the knock sensor on the bottom of the block. The obd1 computer is plug and play, just make sure you're running it with a obd1 fbody knock module (chip in the computer) too.

[@d.s.6944]

Ok thanks. I really appreciate the help.

[@BruceAllentools]

I wouldn’t call it bricking. You should always back up the original tune…. Also, remove the eeprom chip from the pcm board, dump and save the contents from the EEPROM as well. This way here if it “bricks” you can reload the data to your eeprom and you’re good to go.

[@CaptainLila]

SO how about pt2?

[@MR.BAD_IDLE]

Part 2👀

[@malagutino]

Is it possible to safe a bin-file with a Password?

[@millermechanicalenterprise2785]

Will this work on 1995 caprice classic lt1 with non electric fans

[@JunkRacecars]

Yes but you still have one electric fan

[@mathheadmcawesomesauce4325]

Late 2022, still waiting.... :)

[@JunkRacecars]

I'll get to it when I get to it lol. Making vids is time consuming and I don't see a cent from YT. Been using that time to go racing instead.

[@felixsoto5807]

I’ve increased Throttle body to 58 mm And want to increase my mass air sensor how would you tell the computer you’ve done this

[@jamesflames9930]

58mm wont flow like a 58 with a stock lt1 intake it will flow only as good as a 52mm because on the LT1 the intake air opening that the TB bolts too is 52mm you can port the intake opening to 58mm so it flows but most go with 52mm tb over stock 48mm cause of this.

[@madpb]

We want more.. Neeeeed Input!!

[@CarportGarageDragRacing]

A well known tuner told me the mystery timing degrees do not actually apply to the timing, you just see it in the data logger. Are you familiar with that? Seems no one has an answer on that as if it does or not.

[@teamxj6589]

Q: Will Win7 work with C.A.T.S. and tunepro ?

[@JunkRacecars]

I've used it before no problem but I'd run it in compatibility for xp just in case

[@speedmongrelZ]

I have Windows 7 pro on my laptop. This is good. Go #2

[@IcemanExplorerNinja]

If this won't work for the LT1 Corvette, what would I use? thanks

[@TheRonaldmoss]

Ikr

[@bartpang]

fbodytech.com/eehack-2/eehack-features/

[@bartpang]

In fact it work with all OBD1 LT1 and has a lot of cool features including decent datalogging.

[@myltwon]

So when is part 2 coming out?

[@JunkRacecars]

Hopefully soon

[@speedmongrelZ]

Yes please!

[@hasbeengood]

@@JunkRacecars Very interesting. You say there is something special about the Corvette computer? Looking FWD to part II.

[@jedwebster8976]

Great stuff can’t wait for more

[@3500camarz]

Where’s Part 2?

[@ericperry4934]

Need infi for 96 lt1

[@joefein9469]

Where is part 2 lol

[@arrisbrown9410]

Will it work for a ls2?

[@teamxj6589]

No, LS is OBD2

[@TheMoody876]

This the same software as jet dynamic spectrum?