I swear I go to college, still hopeless w/ ms2
04-01-2010, 03:09 PM
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I swear I go to college, still hopeless w/ ms2
So I just got my msII built by brain in the mail.
My car is n/a and I'm ready to install it. It is apparently flashed and loaded with a map. I think as far as putting it in physically, I just plug into factory location and wire the ait up to the old afm harness.
Questions: Do I need to run a vacuum line to the MS? Do I need to load maps or worry about coils frying?
Now comes the stuff I don't get.
Step 1:
Install the Megatune software onto your laptop.
Run the installation software for MegaTune allow the software to install to the default location.
http://www.megasquirtpnp.com/downloa...tup_021108.exe <did this
Open the directory, leaving just the 9093 WITHOUT AFM to use, delete all the remaining 9093 or 9495 folders. Rename it to something like “Project Folder” or "IM_AWESOME"
then go here: http://www.boostedmiata.com/MS/msq/hr_10g.zip
Extract hr_10g.zip into the folder you just renamed and run copy-ini.bat. This will update your software to hr_10g code.
^^no clue on doing this. I've tried a few times and my 9495noafm won't open (megatune terminates)
I dont know where this "directory" is and I have not found any way to change any of the 9495 or 9093 things I can find
Then I downloaded DIYAUTOTUNE'S software pack to "make things easier" but when I open megatune I have like 10 projects to shoose from and I dont know which one to use.
As of right now I uninstalled everything and am waiting on assistance to start over. I swear I've read the install guide on her 30 times. Yes I need someone to hold my hand.
damn this is gonna hurt.
My car is n/a and I'm ready to install it. It is apparently flashed and loaded with a map. I think as far as putting it in physically, I just plug into factory location and wire the ait up to the old afm harness.
Questions: Do I need to run a vacuum line to the MS? Do I need to load maps or worry about coils frying?
Now comes the stuff I don't get.
Step 1:
Install the Megatune software onto your laptop.
Run the installation software for MegaTune allow the software to install to the default location.
http://www.megasquirtpnp.com/downloa...tup_021108.exe <did this
Open the directory, leaving just the 9093 WITHOUT AFM to use, delete all the remaining 9093 or 9495 folders. Rename it to something like “Project Folder” or "IM_AWESOME"
then go here: http://www.boostedmiata.com/MS/msq/hr_10g.zip
Extract hr_10g.zip into the folder you just renamed and run copy-ini.bat. This will update your software to hr_10g code.
^^no clue on doing this. I've tried a few times and my 9495noafm won't open (megatune terminates)
I dont know where this "directory" is and I have not found any way to change any of the 9495 or 9093 things I can find
Then I downloaded DIYAUTOTUNE'S software pack to "make things easier" but when I open megatune I have like 10 projects to shoose from and I dont know which one to use.
As of right now I uninstalled everything and am waiting on assistance to start over. I swear I've read the install guide on her 30 times. Yes I need someone to hold my hand.
damn this is gonna hurt.
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04-01-2010, 03:33 PM
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where is that **** from?
http://boostedmiata.com/MS/msq/instr...uctions_TS.pdf
Don't follow any instructions for the MS-I, I wrote the above for the DIYPNP which runs MS-II. And don't use MegaTune.
When you finally connect, make sure you use the current tune, not the offline one.
http://boostedmiata.com/MS/msq/instr...uctions_TS.pdf
Don't follow any instructions for the MS-I, I wrote the above for the DIYPNP which runs MS-II. And don't use MegaTune.
When you finally connect, make sure you use the current tune, not the offline one.
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04-01-2010, 04:59 PM
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Start up tunerstudio, check for update and make sure you're using the latest version, 0.994.1. You should see MS2 Extra Rel 3.0.3r as one of the drop-down menu options. EDIT: I'm assuming that's what Brain preloaded you with. You could also "detect" if you have the ECU connected. EDIT EDIT: That 3.0.0r in the pdf is a typo.
I'm gonna have to see proof of this. You've been on the forum for a year, you know the drill. Pics or it didn't happen. It's a glorious day today so you should have no problem providing pics of hot scantily clad undergrad ***. The female kind. Although if you go to college in Raleigh you probably know that most NC State chicks are about as ugly as Dook chicks (would not hit that with a stolen dick) so you may have to drive over to Chapel Hill to photograph some specimens worthy of our viewership.
I'm gonna have to see proof of this. You've been on the forum for a year, you know the drill. Pics or it didn't happen. It's a glorious day today so you should have no problem providing pics of hot scantily clad undergrad ***. The female kind. Although if you go to college in Raleigh you probably know that most NC State chicks are about as ugly as Dook chicks (would not hit that with a stolen dick) so you may have to drive over to Chapel Hill to photograph some specimens worthy of our viewership.
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04-01-2010, 05:00 PM
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I'm gonna have to see proof of this. You've been on the forum for a year, you know the drill. Pics or it didn't happen. It's a glorious day today so you should have no problem providing pics of hot scantily clad undergrad ***. The female kind. Although if you go to college in Raleigh you probably know that most NC State chicks are about as ugly as Dook chicks (would not hit that with a stolen dick) so you may have to drive over to Chapel Hill to photograph some specimens worthy of our viewership.
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04-02-2010, 10:53 PM
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3.0.3r is an alpha firmware, meaning that while it's passed initial testing, it's not ready for full release. So there's potential to run into a bug. NEWB plus bug = fail. So let's use 2.1.0.
You can go to c/program files/megasquirt and delete several of the firmware definitions that are not relevant to you, such as all the MSPNP, MS1 Extra, and the BG firmware folders. You'll probably only have MS2E 2.1.0 remaining at that point.
So first thing you need to do is close everything on the laptop. Connect and power up to the ECU. Run the program in your MegaSquirt folder called PortCheck. If you can connect to the ECU, PortCheck will tell you which com port it's on and the firmware version that is loaded.
If it tells you that you're on com port X and you are running MS2 Extra Firmware x.x.x, it's a good thing.
If you're not running 2.1.0, then you need to flash it in. Then you'll set up your basemap.
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04-09-2010, 06:47 PM
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ok thanks i have 3.0.3r, will figure out flashing and go from there... actually I have no f'ing cluee what any tutorials are even talking about... why does everyone say this is easy?
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04-09-2010, 07:49 PM
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all this copying gui's and INI's and renaming things... and I havn't even gotten to loading maps and tuning yet. Most guides go something like this: plug ecu in, configure, start tuning... useful
I think hardcore NEWBS should stay away from loading firmware... I can't even find 2.1.0 anywhere
I think hardcore NEWBS should stay away from loading firmware... I can't even find 2.1.0 anywhere
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04-09-2010, 07:54 PM
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didn't you read my guide? it pretty much says: plug in ecu, AIT, load software and start tuning. The 3.0.0r was a typo, yours has 3.0.3r loaded with a basemap and is ready to rock and roll.
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04-09-2010, 07:58 PM
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yeah Ben scared me with the beta talk though... guess if there's a problem i'll cross that bridge when I come to it. Hopefully I'll be running standalone tonight... a big hope... My wideband still hasnt arrived yet, Can I go ahead without it on the same basemap? Just use the narrowband option for stock sensor?
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04-09-2010, 09:07 PM
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Loading code isn't too painful, and you can find documentation on it at both the msextra site and on our website.
MS2E 2.1.0 is included in our software package and can also be found at the msextra web site:
http://www.msextra.com/doc/ms2extra/...e_20100123.zip
2.1.0 is the latest 'stable release' firmware. This is the firmware version I recommend for new users. 3.0.3r or 3.0.3s are both considered 'alpha' and while considered generally solid, may potentially have a bug or two. As a new user, if you run into trouble, it may be a bit overwhelming. Case in point, we potentially found something odd in 3.0.3r & s just this morning.
MS2E 2.1.0 is included in our software package and can also be found at the msextra web site:
http://www.msextra.com/doc/ms2extra/...e_20100123.zip
2.1.0 is the latest 'stable release' firmware. This is the firmware version I recommend for new users. 3.0.3r or 3.0.3s are both considered 'alpha' and while considered generally solid, may potentially have a bug or two. As a new user, if you run into trouble, it may be a bit overwhelming. Case in point, we potentially found something odd in 3.0.3r & s just this morning.
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04-10-2010, 09:35 PM
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ok got it started up and it ran fine for a while, high idle around 1200 but smooth. Driving went well all around on a few short trips.
Now the idle is poor, very low after startup around 600-800 and not stable, eventually sputtering and shutting off. Couldn't figure out data logging or if it helps with idle stuff, could make a file but couldn't view it really.
opened up startup/idle settings and got too scared to change anything.
Now the idle is poor, very low after startup around 600-800 and not stable, eventually sputtering and shutting off. Couldn't figure out data logging or if it helps with idle stuff, could make a file but couldn't view it really.
opened up startup/idle settings and got too scared to change anything.
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