Notices
Modified JK Tech Tech related bulletin board forum regarding subjects such as suspension, tires & wheels, steering, bumpers, skid plates, drive train, cages, on-board air and other useful modifications that will help improve the performance and protection of your Jeep JK Wrangler (Rubicon, Sahara, Unlimited and X) on the trail.

PLEASE DO NOT START SHOW & TELL TYPE THREADS IN THIS FORUM

Flashpaq for 6-spd manual 3.8's -- if you have it, did it make much of a difference..

Thread Tools
 
Old Dec 8, 2014 | 04:41 PM
  #1  
SWRUBI's Avatar
Thread Starter
JK Freak
 
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 652
Likes: 0
From: SoCal
Default Flashpaq for 6-spd manual 3.8's -- if you have it, did it make much of a difference..

and would you purchase it again knowing what you know? I'm mulling the upgrade from the Flashcal and curious to hear some opinions..
Reply
Old Dec 8, 2014 | 06:33 PM
  #2  
Dr. Evil's Avatar
JK Newbie
 
Joined: Dec 2014
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
From: United States
Default

I have a 2010 JK 3.8, 6 speed manual. I just installed the Flashpaq yesterday so premature to have much experience. I will say it did feel different though. I have read positive feedback so I guess time will tell.
Reply
Old Dec 8, 2014 | 07:27 PM
  #3  
pjmjk's Avatar
JK Enthusiast
 
Joined: Nov 2013
Posts: 333
Likes: 0
From: new haven, CT
Default

I thought about it. I got the downgrade to just changed my tire size etc. I don't think the tune is worth it with a manual. Auto yes. Manual no
Reply
Old Dec 8, 2014 | 07:39 PM
  #4  
T&ERun's Avatar
JK Freak
 
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 842
Likes: 9
From: St Louis
Default

I have it with my 2007 manual. I noticed a difference. Did it make it feel like a diesel or a race car? No. But, it does pull up hills a little better. I bought it mainly to adjust my speedo by inputting the correct gear ratio and tire size, the added performance was a plus. Worth it in my opinion.
Reply
Old Dec 9, 2014 | 02:48 AM
  #5  
EBerin's Avatar
JK Enthusiast
 
Joined: Feb 2012
Posts: 168
Likes: 0
From: Charlotte, NC
Default

I was in the same boat as you I've read both yay and nay in a flash paq with a manual. Never read a post with numbers or diagnostics.

Since I just added a lift and 315s last weekend I don't have a comparison

But I ended up biting the bullet as I did take advantage of the 50% upgrade though with the only thought process if I get some gains (mpg) then it would be worth it

Right now just using the 87 tune. So we will see how that goes
Reply
Old Dec 9, 2014 | 06:06 AM
  #6  
sea bass's Avatar
JK Freak
 
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 998
Likes: 1
From: Enumclaw,WA
Default

I installed a few different tunes on my 08 6sp when I had it - ended up just leaving it stock and adjusted for tire/gear ratio and tpms - wasn't worth it in my opinion.
Reply
Old Dec 9, 2014 | 06:36 AM
  #7  
MMRex's Avatar
JK Newbie
 
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
From: Divide MT
Default MMRex

I had a 2010 2 dr. Rubicon 6 sp., 2.5" lift with 33" tires. Power, in my mind maybe. , but I really noticed the throttle lag improvement, as far as gas mileage, I didn't get it for that. But the rest of the features, yes.
Reply

Trending Topics

Old Dec 9, 2014 | 10:41 AM
  #8  
Bear9494's Avatar
JK Newbie
 
Joined: Dec 2013
Posts: 28
Likes: 0
From: Grants Pass, Oregon
Default

I have a '11 , 3.8L, 6 spd, running 32", 2.5" lift and stock 3.21 gears. I upgraded my flash cal to flash paq. I run the 91 tune and have used it to change tire size, TPMS settings and diagnostics. It was worth it in my opinion. But you have to turn higher octane with the tunes or run the risk of knock and ping. Seat of pants gain for sure but it pulls the hills better and I can hold 6th gear longer. Mileage still hanging 18-19 mpg.
Reply
Old Dec 9, 2014 | 10:48 AM
  #9  
SpicedCrusher's Avatar
JK Freak
 
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 899
Likes: 2
From: Canada
Default

2008 JKUR 6spd. Used it to adjust TPMS, tire size, speedo etc. Mine must be a dud as I don't "feel" all the power and pick up that all these other guys feel. So to summarize don't expect any big performance gains as you will be disappointed. As for the rest it, does as it should.
Reply
Old Dec 9, 2014 | 01:34 PM
  #10  
Potato Potato's Avatar
JK Enthusiast
 
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 139
Likes: 0
From: Grand Rapids, Mi
Default

Good thread. I am in the same boat and looking forward to what others say.
Reply




All times are GMT -8. The time now is 05:48 PM.