Ford Performance Ranger Raptor Tune

[fourthsword]

My Fault, I probably wasn’t clear. There was no incompetence or anything nefarious going on at my Ford dealership. They did the tint, scratch repair, and the FP tune in four hours after I dropped it off. I was not the only customer in the service bay that day. Even if it takes 40 minutes, service departments aren’t Domino’s Pizza and have a schedule to work within… full stop?

I believe he was responding to the gentleman that asked if it was something that could be completed same day, by explaining that it should take less than 40 minutes for the actual tune update. Of course, scheduling that in advance would make sense, because, as you said, service departments tend to stay pretty busy. The phrase "full-stop" is commonly used by other English-speaking countries as opposed to saying "period" at the end of a declarative statement, where one is pointing out that it isn't something to be argued, as it has been repeatedly proven to be factual information. I have noticed it creeping into the American lexicon lately and have even used it myself a few times.

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[Raptor1996]

That is a good point, and we do know that the standard trim level rangers have the 10R60 as well for the 2nd generation (1st gens did have the 10R80 since the 10R60 was still in development). The standard ranger can tow 7,500 using the same transmission.

But towing stresses aren't the same as race stresses. Towing typically places a LOT of thermal stress on the vehicle. The stress on the torque locks is going to primarily depend on the torque output of the engine as that's the applied torque to the friction plates, so the jury is still out for me personally.

If I had a built 10R60 with upgraded friction plates that can handle much higher torque, I wouldn't hesitate. I have heart though that the FP pro-cal torque limits in the lower gears to less than the rated 530 lb-ft to protect the transmission, but I have yet to find a confirming source.

The lower gears are probably stronger, they have to overcome the most inertia. Doing a full pull in 10th at 50 miles an hour would be hardest on the trans but there are boost by gear /rpm algorithms that prevent too much torque from being generated. These concepts were new in the late 90s.

 

[Lion77]

I agree with the lower gears being beefier, because your torque multiplication is higher, so they need to be. But what is the hardest on the drivetrain in drag racing? I know because of my Mustang days, the launch. That's where clutches burn and axels shear. So, I would think that the FP cal would only increase stresses at launch due to the higher torque output UNLESS they torque limit in the lower gears then allow the full torque as speed increases.

I think there are 4 friction plates for the first few gears, then 3 then 2 for the over drive gears. I don't recall exactly, but my concern would be slip induced in the 1st or 2nd set, not he OD's. I could be completely wrong; we are debating theoretically right now and I guess time will tell.

 

[prybar]

Us 2025 owners have to wait around until Ford decides to approved it.

I just ordered the Procal for my 2025 RR at the Ford Parts counter. The parts manager already had one for his father’s 2025. I was told it would be 3-5 work days to get it from Pennsylvania. I’ll be in the Caribbean for 10 days so no rush. I’m also getting a spray in liner and keyless entry installed while I’m gone.

 

[MidnightSpecial]

I just ordered the Procal for my 2025 RR at the Ford Parts counter. The parts manager already had one for his father’s 2025. I was told it would be 3-5 work days to get it from Pennsylvania. I’ll be in the Caribbean for 10 days so no rush. I’m also getting a spray in liner and keyless entry installed while I’m gone.

Ford has not approved the tune for the 2025 at this time which is why you cant buy it directly from Ford Performance Parts website. You can't use the 2024 Procal unit to force install either since it is VIN locked. You should probably check with the Ford parts guy again so you don't waste your time or hold up your money.

I've verified this multiple times with Ford Performance chat.

 

[smokinjoe64]

My Fault, I probably wasn’t clear. There was no incompetence or anything nefarious going on at my Ford dealership. They did the tint, scratch repair, and the FP tune in four hours after I dropped it off. I was not the only customer in the service bay that day. Even if it takes 40 minutes, service departments aren’t Domino’s Pizza and have a schedule to work within… full stop?

@Brito understand 'your experience' noted...that said, been documented on multiple posts/occasions dealer charges for installs ranging between $200 to +$600.

> Since time = money...thas ~ 2 to 4 hrs labor [depending on rate] for 40min job.

My understanding, service queue/wait time isn't typically 'chargeable' to the customer.

 

[prybar]

Ford has not approved the tune for the 2025 at this time which is why you cant buy it directly from Ford Performance Parts website. You can't use the 2024 Procal unit to force install either since it is VIN locked. You should probably check with the Ford parts guy again so you don't waste your time or hold up your money.

I've verified this multiple times with Ford Performance chat.

Well, the parts manager had the Procal in hand for his father and took my money. So until I return from the Carribian and find I have been flim flamed, hoodwinked, bamboozled or just plain had, I'm going to stay positive.

 

[AlpineBike]

Well, the parts manager had the Procal in hand for his father and took my money. So until I return from the Carribian and find I have been flim flamed, hoodwinked, bamboozled or just plain had, I'm going to stay positive.

Contact Ford Performance directly if you don’t believe us.

It isn’t going to work…

 

[Arsenall11]

I wish I was in the Caribbean! I loaded all the files prior to dropping it off at my dealer, they had it for half a day, charged $72.00, I assume that was for 20 minutes of actual hands on. I’m assuming he was doing other work as it loaded. When I flashed my F150 with Livinoice it took me 15 minutes.

 

[bossy]

I wish I was in the Caribbean! I loaded all the files prior to dropping it off at my dealer, they had it for half a day, charged $72.00, I assume that was for 20 minutes of actual hands on. I’m assuming he was doing other work as it loaded. When I flashed my F150 with Livinoice it took me 15 minutes.

You are truly blessed. Bellevue Ford charged me $230 for the same thing.

 

[Lion77]

Just an FYI, I ordered my Power Pack Stage 2 back in my Mustang GT days from Levittown, they have the Pro Cal tune for $640 for those interested.

M-9603-REB30 273065 - Performance Parts & Accessories | Levittown Ford

There does appear to be a printing error on Levittown, since the Ford Performance site now lists the M-9603-REB30 calibration as 50 state legal:

RANGER RAPTOR 3.0L ECOBOOST PERFORMANCE CALIBRATION| Part Details for M-9603-REB30 | Ford Performance Parts

Waiting on a response from FRPP regarding the transmission torque rating question to see what their answer is before I make a decision. I would never even try anything other than a Ford Performance ecu calibration simply for reliability. 10k engine replacements are NOT fun!

Can't tell you how many people bent rods or cracked lands on pistons with the 2.3L EB Mustangs using non-FP tunes. Usually they lasted about 30k, some less, some a bit more, but there were a LOT of failures with non-Ford ECU cals because they simply don't go through the necessary testing for reliability.

 

[Blue_Raptor]

Here is a link to how the explorer st adjusts spark advance. Even stock, it makes sense to maximize this.

https://www.explorerst.org/threads/octane-adjust-ratio-oar.8354/

The Fiesta ST uses the same OAR, and since it is a ECM data point, using a Cobb AP as a gauge set, you could view the OAR real time. It was a nice check to see. Would be nice if we had that option here. I would think that Cobb is possibly / probably working on an Access Port for the RR. Seems it would also be usable on the Explorer ST and Braptor as well.

 

[Cjhalili]

I purchased my R/r last June and last week I purchased the Ford tune. I love the tune, it almost feels like a new truck. In sport mode the truck wants to fly.

Man, this is killing me with anticipation. I ordered the tune back in March 10 and having it installed at a local dealership. RIght now, its status is still shipping on its way to the dealer. It barely shipped out last week.

 

[Deepsea619]

Man, this is killing me with anticipation. I ordered the tune back in March 10 and having it installed at a local dealership. RIght now, its status is still shipping on its way to the dealer. It barely shipped out last week.

You will love it.

 

[ndtx06]

I just ordered my tune from Ford. I have read online that it can be easily done by my Windows computer and me. Has anyone run into any issues doing it yourself?

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