AFM disabler - Page 6

HyperBlue16 · 01-26-2018, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by z2f2ss

how do i know which version ill get? no where on anyones site does it mention firmware version. im about to bite but if i can save $20 from another vendor...hey 20 is 20.

Best to get straight from Range to be sure, otherwise outside companies might have old-stock with older versions. To get updated, you have to ship at your cost. So save now & you pay alittle more later when buying thru vendor & wait for turn around time or just get current updated one now and hope no more updates! Plus thru them, they have records you bought it & version for future issues.

driven2exceSS · 01-26-2018, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by HyperBlue16

Best to get straight from Range to be sure, otherwise outside companies might have old-stock with older versions. To get updated, you have to ship at your cost. So save now & you pay alittle more later when buying thru vendor & wait for turn around time or just get current updated one now and hope no more updates! Plus thru them, they have records you bought it & version for future issues.

<--- This is the way to go, if you can not contact an outside vender to confirm 8.6 firmware. I will tell you Range Technology has had my unit in hand for 2 wks for the firmware update (original 8.2 purchased from them). Multiple follow-up calls to them, the last two (week apart) she ended the call stating I would get an email by end of the day that it is on the return, I have yet to receive a return confirmation email. Not sure I would be wanting to wait like this any other time of the year.

rap47 · 01-26-2018, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by HyperBlue16

Best to get straight from Range to be sure, otherwise outside companies might have old-stock with older versions. To get updated, you have to ship at your cost. So save now & you pay alittle more later when buying thru vendor & wait for turn around time or just get current updated one now and hope no more updates! Plus thru them, they have records you bought it & version for future issues.

+1 What he said.

CruzySS · 01-26-2018, 07:59 AM

driven2exceSS · 01-26-2018, 03:55 PM

Yay finally got the email aprox an hour ago, it's on the way back!

Hear, hear to the success of the 8.6

HyperBlue16 · 01-26-2018, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by driven2exceSS

<--- This is the way to go, if you can not contact an outside vender to confirm 8.6 firmware. I will tell you Range Technology has had my unit in hand for 2 wks for the firmware update (original 8.2 purchased from them). Multiple follow-up calls to them, the last two (week apart) she ended the call stating I would get an email by end of the day that it is on the return, I have yet to receive a return confirmation email. Not sure I would be wanting to wait like this any other time of the year.

Ya, i having issues also, I did what they said, i sent it and emailed tracking #, she responded "I will get your replacement out the door for you today, 01.22 with confirmation and tracking being emailed to you at that time."
No email yet and they already have mine, was suppose to be a swap, ship mine, they ship same time.

Chutzpah · 01-27-2018, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Chutzpah

I was able to try out the newest Range AFM device.

6 start stops of over a period of 70 +/- miles, highway and city.
No codes or other electronic issues (so far, so good).
It could be my imagination, but shifting seemed much better (than usual) after 50 or so miles of full time V8 mode.
I'll leave it plugged in for week +/- starting this evening (will check battery voltage periodically).I'd like to buy a cheap milliamp meter, but don't know how much "stock" parasitic draw there is compared to the range device. As well, what scale and accuracy is needed for an a good test.
When the car shuts down, the Range LED shut off.
The goal is to easily start the car after 8-9 days (which is normal if the range were not plugged in)

Update - Had the Range plugged in for 7 days.

Day 1 battery = 12.47 VDC, Day 7 battery = 12.36 VDC.
Car started with no hesitation.(I've never had an issue starting my car, so this is good news).
Zero codes / faults / electronic issues etc.
100+/- miles (in total) w/V8 mode maintained at all times.
The Range get's warm to the touch (with engine on) Perhaps 10F -15F over ambient. Not certain if this is normal.

So far, I'm very satisfied. If something changes, I'll update again.

CruzySS · 01-27-2018, 03:30 PM

That's a confirmation that it does indeed shut off.

z2f2ss · 01-28-2018, 04:36 PM

thats awesome. ive purchased the Range. hopefully it ships tomorrow. im fed up with the damn transmission in this stupid car. it makes the whole experience worthless

HyperBlue16 · 02-03-2018, 12:59 PM

Just got my replacement one and so far the 2 times i have taken it out past 2 days seems to be working fine.

Driski · 02-03-2018, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by z2f2ss

thats awesome. ive purchased the Range. hopefully it ships tomorrow. im fed up with the damn transmission in this stupid car. it makes the whole experience worthless

I agree, some good news regarding the update. Curious, and I have asked others, but what is the complaint regarding the transmission. How do you expect the AFM disabler to change that?

My biggest complaint regarding the transmission is that when not driving aggressively it upshifts to 6th or 7th gear way to soon (seems like 45 mph). Would be great but I don't see how the AFM disabler will change that.

tecboy · 02-20-2018, 09:00 AM

Has it been established that the new 8.6 firmware addressed all the previous issues? such as not shutting off and CEL's??

Marco Falcone · 02-20-2018, 12:14 PM

I’m ordering a 2018 2SS vert with A8, MRC, NPP, Brembo 6-piston fronts, and all the other goodies in March.

The Range is on top of my list of “must buys.” (Along with a battery tender just in case.)

I’ve been making a list of all the stuff to “pre-buy” prior to delivery, based on this amazing forum. 305/285 Michelin Pilot Sport 4s’ on some cool wheels are also high on the list. And I’ll probably pull over a few blocks from the dealership after I take delivery and pull Fuse 51!

Looking forward to seeing some more longer-term write-ups on the newest Range device.

Thanks for such a great forum and great info!

Silver2ssA8 · 02-20-2018, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Marco Falcone

I’m ordering a 2018 2SS vert with A8, MRC, NPP, Brembo 6-piston fronts, and all the other goodies in March.

The Range is on top of my list of “must buys.” (Along with a battery tender just in case.)

I’ve been making a list of all the stuff to “pre-buy” prior to delivery, based on this amazing forum. 305/285 Michelin Pilot Sport 4s’ on some cool wheels are also high on the list. And I’ll probably pull over a few blocks from the dealership after I take delivery and pull Fuse 51!

Looking forward to seeing some more longer-term write-ups on the newest Range device.

Thanks for such a great forum and great info!

Maybe some rock guards and xpel to go with the wider wheels

01-26-2018, 03:55 PM	#75
driven2exceSS Drives: 2016 2SS BLK A8 Vert Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: MA Posts: 1,029	Yay finally got the email aprox an hour ago, it's on the way back! Hear, hear to the success of the 8.6 __________________ NPP, MRC, Tinted side & rear reflectors, OEM ZL1 Rockers / 3rd Brake / Darken tail lights, OEM Blk rear splash guards, Satin hood wrap, Fuse pull, Sound tube delete, Cat delete, Ported 95 TB, Ported MSD IM, Dry RotoFab, ARH 1 7/8 headers, E85, "Performance Dyno" Tune, BMR "pieces", "Track" alignment, Hawk DCT-70/70's w/SRF, Goodridge lines, Ti shims, Red powdered calipers, 18" APEX SM-10's w/ Pirelli DH's, FE4 Vert swaybars, Brake cooling ducts, ATI 10% UD, Vorshlag camber plates, OEM 1LE Splitter w/APR Ext., Velossa BIG MOUTH Ram Air, CF QA1, ZLE brakes(F)

02-20-2018, 09:00 AM	#82
tecboy Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Cincinnati Ohio Posts: 455	Has it been established that the new 8.6 firmware addressed all the previous issues? such as not shutting off and CEL's?? __________________ 2016 Black 2SS A8 NPP Sunroof - Tinted Windows - Black Chrome Wheels - Custom Striping - ASC Sideskirts/Splitter - GM Lowering Kit - Complete Sound System - DD LED Sidemarkers

01-26-2018, 07:59 AM	#74
CruzySS Drives: 2016 Camaro 2ss Join Date: May 2017 Location: Annandale MN Posts: 588 View My Garage

01-27-2018, 03:30 PM	#78
CruzySS Drives: 2016 Camaro 2ss Join Date: May 2017 Location: Annandale MN Posts: 588 View My Garage	That's a confirmation that it does indeed shut off.

01-28-2018, 04:36 PM	#79
z2f2ss Drives: 2017 Camaro 2SS Hyper Metallic Blue Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 35	thats awesome. ive purchased the Range. hopefully it ships tomorrow. im fed up with the damn transmission in this stupid car. it makes the whole experience worthless

02-03-2018, 12:59 PM	#80
HyperBlue16 Drives: 2016 Camaro RS Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Ohio Posts: 273 View My Garage	Just got my replacement one and so far the 2 times i have taken it out past 2 days seems to be working fine.

02-20-2018, 12:14 PM	#83
Marco Falcone Drives: 2018 2SS Convertible MBM/Kal Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: California Posts: 162	I’m ordering a 2018 2SS vert with A8, MRC, NPP, Brembo 6-piston fronts, and all the other goodies in March. The Range is on top of my list of “must buys.” (Along with a battery tender just in case.) I’ve been making a list of all the stuff to “pre-buy” prior to delivery, based on this amazing forum. 305/285 Michelin Pilot Sport 4s’ on some cool wheels are also high on the list. And I’ll probably pull over a few blocks from the dealership after I take delivery and pull Fuse 51! Looking forward to seeing some more longer-term write-ups on the newest Range device. Thanks for such a great forum and great info!

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