I recently purchased and installed a Flash for my car. I did at least 5 months of due diligence and finally chose Softronic. They were actually not my first choice initially, but for certain reasons highlighted below, I went with them.

My main criteria in selecting a vendor that I would not budge on was the ability to install my own flash at home, and have the ability to go back to stock without asking permission or getting sent a part to do so. Also, they will transfer the money I paid to the cost of a new flash of my next car as appropriate if I sell this one. I would of course have to remove it from the car before I sell it.

I reviewed over 5 Flash Vendors or their Re-Sellers. I must just say that I spoke to Softronic directly first before I spoke to one of their re-sellers. I have no complaints with the re-seller at all, they were also very helpful, but I decided to go directly to Softronic as I actually contacted them first directly months earlier, and it seemed the best solution for me. There was no price difference. The re-seller was in no way influential on my decision to go with Softronic, April at Softronic deserves that credit, her help is what sold me and put them high on my list.

I started by asking them a lot of questions, some hard, sometimes trying to push the envelope a little to see how they responded, and getting them to detail as many aspects of their tuning as I could get them to divulge. They were quick to show me the error of some of my ways and accommodate others. One of the things I really liked was that they only needed to provide me with the Flash itself based on my installed options, which I had to disclose and detail completely.

Softronic designed their flash for my car's options, that I had installed and tested. Exhaust, WasteGate Actuators, Ported Headers etc. I really liked that. Plus, if I added more they would accommodate me if necessary at no extra charge. I did share with them what my plans were for the future in order to have full disclosure. Water/Alcohol injection, Etc.

I have to say my experience was excellent, their knowledge and professionalism was certainly up to my "Engineer" standards. I worked with a very charming young lady by the name of April, she answered all my questions promptly most of the time, only when I had a question that was a little beyond her personal experience level, (which was very good) did I have to wait, and then it was not long at all, usually less than 1 day. What I really like is that she worked directly with the Programmers and not through a middle man.

There was never any issue with them working with me, they were always very accommodating and friendly, even when I tried to push them a little, they simply pushed back respectfully.

After the purchase they sent me my own cable as part of the original price, not at extra cost, and I could keep it, a VERY big deal for me. Here is what I had to do once I received their OBDII Interface cable, all instructions were clearly provided:

1) Load Their Software (About 1 minute)
2) Make sure my car battery was fully charged. (It was)
3) Connect their OBDII Cable to my car and turn on the ignition
4) Download my OEM DME file and copy it to their server, all done by software.

That was it, literally 5 minutes after I connected my laptop to the car and I was done. I did this all by 4pm and had my new tuned file along with my original back by 9am the next day. How is that for service? So now I can flip between stock and tune at my leisure.

Here is the load procedure, this is the good bit, a little heart throbbing did take place on my part:

1) Make sure my car battery was fully charged. (It was)
2) Connect their OBDII Cable to my car and turn on the ignition
3) Double click on the new tuned file they sent me, and hit start
4) Wait about 5 minutes
5) DONE!

It is all working perfectly, I have to do some tests to see how the performance works out and to see if I need any minor changes, but honestly I will be very surprised if I do as they made sure they had all my info before I started.

I will use my Durametric Logger to monitor the engine and report back to Softronic as I need to.

I do want to say that in no way am I running down or promoting this flash over another vendor. It simply worked for me. I would be more than happy to answer any questions privately as required.

Well I got the opportunity to take a run in the car Friday. The first thing I noticed that she was far more responsive to the throttle. The Turbo “S” always pinned me in my seat when I wanted it to but I think I have Porsche emblems imprinted in the back of my head now.

I REALLY like the 6750-7200 rpm limit change. This makes the world of difference when accelerating from a standing start, at Least to me. Remembering my goal is not to be the fastest person on a track, I want 0 – 60, to me this is ALL that counts!

I also think she runs far better at cruising speeds both low and high. In addition the low speed in traffic and town in relatively high gear is smoother.

I cannot seem to get the car over 1.1 Bar yet, it holds there very solidly. I am determined to get 1.3 Bar out of it, but I am working with Softronic on that. It could be time for DVs or another Wastegate Actuator adjustment. I need to check the pressure lines to make sure I have no leaks etc. I did not go over 80mph either, so that could also be an issue, this reading was taken at WOT in 2nd Gear. The fact that yesterday was 94* here in Florida probably did not help either.

SWR

 

Sounds good !!

Keep it limited to 1.1 bar, that should be perfect for your set-up.

MK

 

I would really like 1.3 Bar though.

I am also going to do the F Hose (Agenct Power $96 shipped from Flea Bay) and DV's just because I can though. I cannot make up my mind which ones to get at the moment, I don't fancy the annual maintenance type. will probably go with the upgraded Bosch ones. There are so many to choose from.

I do need to shorten the Pressure Pipes to the Wastegate Actuators also as they are too long for my new 1 Bar units, currently adjusted to 11psi. Not so easy to get at them from under the car, I will need to take the rear wheels off to do it correctly.

I am trying to figure out how to do the Dual Scoop Cold Air Intake upgrade without forking out for the Carbon fiber commercial version. $600 just seems OTT to me for 2 bits of plastic. I do not want any CF in my engine bay if I can help it. I don't understand why everyone likes it so well.

 

Awesome. I've been happy as well. With stickier tires, I should see 2.7-2.8s 0-60 on my Softronic Tune.

 

My best 0-60 is 3.9...stupid 6 speed...

 

I had the softronic flash on my Cayman and was very satisfied. I liked the ability to go back and forth between stock and upgrade program. When I went to buy another Cayman I called them to begin the process of getting the new flash for free. I aborted the Cayman idea after all but my advice to you without flaming "the owner" of Softronic, make sure you document the fact that you have removed the program if you sell your car and want the free upgrade on a new car. Enjoy...they have a great product!

 

After this weekend of testing the flash on my car and doing a variety of boost leak testing etc. I am currently working with Scott and april on some custom tweaks for my car, they are not charging me extra for this. I want a couple of vehicle specific changes done, and this does not seem to be an issue at all. Of course they are double checking my requirements and car specs, before we run into the next level of tests, I would expect nothing less.

I have had nothing but excellent support and experience from both Scott and April at Softronic, to the point where they even answer my questions at any time of day, weekends etc. I am an engineer so I need a little more detail than most. Having programmed my own maps on other cars in the past, I like to think I understand the challenges.

I did ask about the future and if I could keep the flash for another car if I sell my current one. I am sure if I want to move my program to another car later on there will be no issue at all, I will follow their recommendations to get it done eaily. I program my own DME so I will inform them when I am going to return the car to normal and they can track it on their servers. However, I would not expect them to refund my money after I have finished with the car, I would simply transfer it with the car if I was not going to use it on another.

 

Good. I will most likely purchase from Scott again

enjoy