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Originally Posted by Shogunwave
I appreciate all feedback a I recognize the fact that I will need to get the tune but thats not what I am asking for in response. I’m asking for opinion on if you think it is safe to drive the car for a few months prior to getting the tune. Anyways, I appreciate all the feedback.
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My opinion was no, I don't think it is safe or smart. It's not going to run well, as it is designed for a fully stock vehicle outside of the SC. While this platform responds well to FI, it's still FI, and an additional stress. So I wouldn't risk running it at all outside of having it tuned/remote tuned.
The risk vs reward just isn't there. The risk - blown motor. The reward - drive a poorly tuned vehicle that won't make it feel worth the investment in the SC for a few months.
For reference, I bought my JRSC Kit w/ Oil Cooler back in October, and slowly began piecing together the rest of the parts I needed to make it run as safely and smoothly as possible over the next few months (i.e., Catch Can , 4 Bar MAP Sensor, BPV, Flex Fuel, injectors, etc.). Then the tune is an additional expense on top of all of that.
Your best bet. Hold off on install until you get the tune, and whatever additional supporting mods you need (e.g., JR Dual Rad/OC, Catch Can, DT Dbox). Then do the install for everything all at once.
It may also help if you define what "safe" means to you. Does "safe" mean, I don't have to worry about it blowing up every time I turn it on or step on it, or is "safe" referring to long-term engine life and performance.