9LVN_TT

I am considering purchasing the Softronic tune however, I also hear from people that you need to change out your plugs for a colder set. Is this true? Can OEM plugs not be used with this tune?

I just had my OEM plugs changed out as they were due. Would hate to have to back in and do it again.

eNVy997tt

They do recommend colder plug, I did see one post saying the OEM ones were ok, but that goes against everything else I have heard. Send Scott a msg, I am sure he will get you the answer. However you missed his sale....

Have you considered the FVD? Sale is through today, and it does NOT require different plugs. Plus Rhonda and FVD were a pleasure to deal with.

4ocious

Buy the FVD tune today and save $800.00! You won't be sorry and you won't have to change your plugs.

aa909

I think you are ok for a while as long as the OEM plugs are fresh. I've been running the softronic tune with new OEM plugs without issue for 3K miles and if you read various posts on 6spd there are folks running with OEM plugs for 5k-10K miles without issue

Most folks who have issues with OEM plugs (e.g. misfires etc) are usually running the tune with OEM plugs that are >10K miles old

GL
Art

eurotom

Every tuner outside of ST uses oem plugs even a higher hp levels. Let us know what input you receive from Scott.

I have a 93 tune on OEM plugs with about 5k miles w/o issue.

phillipj

No need to change plugs.. Don't waste your money..

And to add that FVD tune at that price is phenomenal..

phillipj

Didn't you mean 5 miles?

eurotom

No the previous owner put 4995 miles on it before me haha

9LVN_TT

Thanks all. I sent a msg to Scott to see what he says. Based on responses here, it doesn't sound like I will need plugs. Keep everyone posted.

therock88

I have spoken to Scott about this in the past also, and he clearly explained, the plug change is only required if your plugs are older (have higher mileage or worn/wearing out). OEM's WILL WORK WITH SOFTRONIC TUNE. It is recommended that they be gapped at .025 to be optimal. But if you have fresh/good OEM plugs, many are running that setup with no issues on Softronic.

Hope that helps

Good luck...
DC

PS..I think they just got over 2 feet of snow dumped on them where Softronic is located....so Scott may be out shoveling or something? ....Or maybe launching snow into the ocean with a TUNED snow blower

9LVN_TT

Scott did get back to me over on the other forum. He's going to give me a call so we can chat as I had a few other questions for him re: the tune. Thanks again!

9LVN_TT

Wanted to update this thread for those that care. Chatted with Scott today in length about this tune etc. No need for new plugs - OEM will work just fine. Naturally, given the bump in power and if one is in boost regularly a new set would be required sooner than the recommended interval time.

I'm sold on Scott and his tune. Will be getting this very soon!

Thanks again all for the feedback and info.

AP328

My Softronic tune is fantastic - you won't be disappointed! Are you running 91 or 93 Octane? As a related side note, I have a very minor bump in power on our 2011 BMW 335i coupe, it was BMW's software upgrade (in conjunction with their sport exhaust) and even with a 30 hp or so increase in power, they recommend a shorter interval for plug changeouts, so by extension, Scott's comments make perfect sense.

9LVN_TT

We have access to 94 pump here in Canada, so I will be going with the 93 tune. Looking fwd to it!

AP328

We have 94 Octane in Alberta, too, although only at a few stations in major centers. I am running the 93 as well. I would be interested to know the horsepower and torque difference between 91 and 93 Octane tune. With our Mazda Speed6, going with 91 Octane results in a loss of about 30 hp, or about 10%, so quite significant.