Tapout Tuning

LF4 Performance Tuning Specialists

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Own the First Prototype Integrated Dual Gauge Pod!

Tapout Tuning is proud to announce we have a prototype of the new dual gauge pod for Aeroforce Interceptor Scan Gauges. With nearly unlimited customizable options you can now have two gauges displaying all the information you would ever want to know about your ATS-V!

What we love about this gauge pod is that it is integrated into your factory defroster vent and directly replaces the factory piece. It does this while still allowing air to pass through, so you lose no functionality of that vent. Installing this gauge is as simple as popping out the factory vent and replacing it with the dual gauge pod.

Our Interceptor Scan Gauges can display more than 50 ATS-V parameters, two at a time (eight using cyclic scan), at an adjustable rate of up to approximately 20 times per second. A 5′ cable is also included with appropriate OBD2 connector. Gauges include a black bezel with a polished silver center ring and a black face as shown. An extra white face is also included and can be easily swapped since the bezel screws on/off. Optional black, polished silver and brushed silver bezels are also available.

We are providing a special offer to own our first prototype integrated dual gauge pod for just $139.00 US, or buy two Interceptor Scan Gauges and receive the dual gauge pod mount for free!

Please visit TapoutTuning.com to see further details about this product and all the ways in can enhance your ATS-V driving experience.

                                                 

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The Need for Speed!

We have found that once you get a taste of what real power in a car is, all you want is MORE power. With a platform like the ATS-V, it is just begging to be released from its factory horsepower limitations. That was certainly the case for Mack from Texas, who after only three weeks of purchasing his new ATS-V decided he needed MORE POWER!

Mack began reading the Cadillac Owners forum and came across Tapout Tuning as one of the best in the business. He had already set a date to work with another tuner, but after reading more about Tapout, he decided to cancel his existing appointment and work with us. After completing his tune, Mack’s ATS-V became a completely new animal, ready to take on any Camaro, Mustang, Corvette or BMW that crosses his path. Go get ’em Mack!

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Tapout Tune of the Week!

Paul came to us after having his ATS-V tuned by a well-known competitor. He went to a local dyno to see what kind of numbers he was making after their tune and found that his ATS-V was peaking at dangerous levels of boost and running far leaner than it should have been. He brought this up with his original tuner but was disappointed when they gave a two-sentence response and didn’t acknowledge the fact his engine was in serious danger.

A Tapout Tune can be completed anywhere in the world so when Paul (Florida) reached out to us with his  concerns we immediately began working on a remote tune. After he completed his first data log we found all kinds of red flags in his KR (knock retard) table and made Paul aware of the situation. “Scott answered every one of my questions and worked out all the kinks” he said. At Tapout we want to make sure each customer completely understands what we are doing, and our logic behind it. The more each customer knows, the better informed they are down the road as they continue to make modifications.

Competitive Tune Average Knock Retard                         Tapout Tune Average Knock Retard

                                

After multiple iterations and several tune revisions, Paul’s ATS-V runs smoother, responds better, and most importantly, his engine is no longer in any danger. He also let us know he will be ordering colder plugs and will be working with Tapout Tuning again as he adds more mods to the car. At Tapout we’re here to make more power, safely!

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Getting to Know your Drag Radials!

If you like going to the drag strip you are certainly no stranger to the various types of drag radials or slicks people run. What you might not know is how someone came to decide what would be the best tire for their application.

When researching what would be the best drag radial for our ATS-V we knew that we wanted something that we could drive both on the street and on the track. While we wouldn’t be driving these tires on the street that often, our ATS-V is no trailer queen and we drive it to and from the drag strip every time we go. Because of that we selected Mickey Thompson ET Street R, P275/40R17s as our drag radials. These do exactly what we need on the drag strip and handle regular street driving just as well.

Something interesting we focused on while researching the best tire for us was that Mickey Thompson recommends a different drag tire for a manual versus an automatic. For an automatic you want  your tire to dead hook because the torque converter prevents the motor from bogging and provide a less violent launch. But in the case of a manual transmission as we have in our ATS-V, a slight amount of controlled spin is preferable because a dead hook can bog down the motor or shake the tires. If you execute this correctly it will allow for the right amount of wheel speed and traction so that you can continue to rapidly accelerate while going through the gears. What differentiates our M/T ET Street R’s from their regular ET Streets is that the R allows for more flex in the sidewall. This allows the tire to absorb some of the shock from the launch. Ideally you would want a bias ply for a manual transmission car as the tire is able to “wrinkle” at launch, far more than a radial tire can. However you do not want to mix bias plys in the rear with radials up front as the car will not track well at all. The next tire upgrade we will have for our ATS-V next year is a set of bias-ply slicks with skinnies up front.

These are all important factors when considering the best tires for your drag racing applications. If you want to put down the best times at the track you have to know what the best tires for your specific vehicle are. We have had an absolute blast taking our ATS-V to the drag strip and having the right tires has made it that much more fun!

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Low Mass Battery Now Available!

Tapout Tuning is proud to announce that we now offer the Cadillac ATS-V low mass battery. Not excited about a battery? Well get this, our low mass battery saves from 13.0 to 16.5 pounds over stock! And less weight equals faster time slips and better handling. We call that a win in our book. Take a look below to see the specs of this new offering:

  • ACDelco Low Mass Battery
  • Normally included in ATS-V option Track Performance Package
  • Includes lightweight mounting bracket
  • Fits perfectly in factory location
  • Includes vent just like OEM
  • Specifications: 565 CCA, 80 RC, 50 AH
  • Weight: 33.5 pounds including lightweight mounting bracket

low mass battery