Tony Duncan of FAST checks...
Tony Duncan of FAST checks the computer prior to installing theFAST-FLASH programming
The factory computer-system settingsactually retard the timing under hardacceleration to protect the vehicle's drivetraindurability. In an application such asthis where so many of the original systemshave been altered, that was notneeded. After all, it's a Corvette, right?
COMPATIBILITY WITH93-OCTANE FUEL
Knowing we wanted to maximize performance,the system was set for usewith 93-premium octane, allowing forincreased timing.
The cooling fans were set to come onat 180 degrees rather than the stock settingof 200-plus degrees. This allows theengine to reside in a cooler environmentfor better performance and less possibilityof detonation.
Not only did we raise the shift pointsin the transmission 4 mph, we increasedthe firmness of the shifting for bettertransmission performance and efficiency.
We raised the engine rev-limiter setting200 rpm, from 6,000 to 6,200 rpm.
Charlie's says, "The throttle response ismuch improved. The car has only beentogether since May, and it always felt likethere was a hand on the front of the carpushing it back. The FAST-FLASH programminggreatly improved the throttleresponse of the car. It runs a lot betterthan before. It even let me know aboutthe speedometer error so I could correctthat with a change in the transmissiongear. I'm very pleased with the changeswe made." CF
DIFFICULTY INDEX ::: III
| ANYONE'S PROJECT | | no tools required ............................ I |
| BEGINNER | | basic tools..................................... II |
| EXPERIENCED | | special tools ................................. III |
| ACCOMPLISHED | | special tools and outside help .. IIII |
| PROFESSIONALS ONLY | | send this work out.......................IIIII |
The FAST-FLASH programmer...
The FAST-FLASH programmer first reads thecomputer parameters as currently used inyour system. Next, the display screen walksyou though the changes you would like toinstall into the system. If you want toreturn to the stock configuration, it can besimply completed at any time through thesame display-screen system.
Using the easy-to-read and...
Using the easy-to-read and understanddisplay-screen information, the FAST-FLASHprogrammer walks you through the variousthings you want to change, such parametersas idle rpm, engine rpm limiter, and ignitiontiming.