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Well I’m dropping off my 2025 Lobo to have Burger pull all the data so they can make a proper tune. Curious as to what sort of HP gains they can get out of it.
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I’d like to be able to “burn rubber” “peel out” “smoke the tires” in my Lobo!
Never tried - don’t know if it is possible with or without a tune
Thank yoU!
Please let us know when something is available, and what tools are required.
Especially intersted in Trans tuning in combination with the stock turbo tune.
Do you have any mods? FMIC?
I just want drivability improvements , maybe esp for the Sport mode (both auto and manual modes). Sharper shifts? Any more boost capable, or is the stock maxed out? Ignition tuning to a specific fuel quality? 91, E30/50/70???
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I have been contemplating the COBB tuner, mainly for the trans tuning. I dont need more power in my daily, its already spicy enough for me. My last daily was a 22 Crosstrek 6 MT, zero get up and go. 0-60mph in 3 business days.
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Better MPG when I’m not on the gas and more fun when I’m on the gas. Some open track days on a few of the road courses would be fun.
They've cracked the encryption on 2025+ ECUs?
Cobb is good, ran one on a FoST. As you're on a 2024 2.0L w/ 8 speed, you have options!
the 2025 2.0L and especially Lobo is a new platform, and the 7 speed tuning will be different than 8 speed.
I suspect gear selection and loading will be different, to get it tuned properly.
I'd also be interested in a custom "eco" mode tuned. Like, lower boost? a tighter fueling? (if it makes a difference in fuel use). I found that the low boost/eco tune on my FoST didn't do much (in reducing fuel usage). But thats low priority.
let us know what intercooler you use. (esp if your thinking about tracking it) I think it'll need something if tuned, esp if hotter temps of summer.
oh and make sure you have the uprated cooling system (some Lobos didn't get it from factory--if you were not already aware of this.)
This is their <2024 2.0L tune:
91 oct, +36 HP, +52 Torque.
E30, +50 HP, +72 Torque. (>300 lb/ft torque from ~2700 to ~4400 RPM? And still >250 out to 5300 RPM. Looks Good to me!)
Seem like good gains on the old engine, for both fuel types.
espeically if you look at the graph and see the gains over stock, likely great for overall drivability experience.
Hoping the 2025+ can run more Ethanol with DI+PI.
91 oct, +36 HP, +52 Torque.
E30, +50 HP, +72 Torque. (>300 lb/ft torque from ~2700 to ~4400 RPM? And still >250 out to 5300 RPM. Looks Good to me!)
Seem like good gains on the old engine, for both fuel types.
espeically if you look at the graph and see the gains over stock, likely great for overall drivability experience.
Hoping the 2025+ can run more Ethanol with DI+PI.
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Transmission: 7-Speed "Quick Shift" Automatic with paddle shifters.
Stock Rating (~280 lb-ft): The base 8F35 transmission (used in regular Mavericks) is typically rated for around 260–280 lb-ft of torque. Ford is running this transmission very close to its "official" limit right out of the box.
The "Lobo" Upgrades: The Lobo’s 7-speed is a modified version of the 8F35. It features upgraded cooling (larger radiator and a dedicated transmission oil cooler). This suggests it can handle sustained high-stress driving (like autocross) better than the standard unit, but it doesn't necessarily mean the internal gears are significantly stronger.
The "Safe" Tuning Limit (~330 lb-ft / 300 hp): In the tuning community (using software like COBB), many Maverick owners push the 2.0L EcoBoost to around 300 hp and 330 lb-ft without immediate transmission failure. However, exceeding 350 lb-ft of torque is generally considered the "danger zone" where the internal clutches may begin to slip or heat damage occurs.
Stock Rating (~280 lb-ft): The base 8F35 transmission (used in regular Mavericks) is typically rated for around 260–280 lb-ft of torque. Ford is running this transmission very close to its "official" limit right out of the box.
The "Lobo" Upgrades: The Lobo’s 7-speed is a modified version of the 8F35. It features upgraded cooling (larger radiator and a dedicated transmission oil cooler). This suggests it can handle sustained high-stress driving (like autocross) better than the standard unit, but it doesn't necessarily mean the internal gears are significantly stronger.
The "Safe" Tuning Limit (~330 lb-ft / 300 hp): In the tuning community (using software like COBB), many Maverick owners push the 2.0L EcoBoost to around 300 hp and 330 lb-ft without immediate transmission failure. However, exceeding 350 lb-ft of torque is generally considered the "danger zone" where the internal clutches may begin to slip or heat damage occurs.
If this is a reply to the Dyno graph i posted, i am not the OP.
This is just an existing dyno graph from their 2022-2024 2.0L tuning.
I think Brent teased us all too early.
The trans has been my concern from the start. . . Yet here Ford comes with their turbo, tune, intercooler package from factory.. (300T)
So, clearly Ford is pushing over their own limits/ratings... I still question this weak link.
Lobo should have been a 6MT so we don't have to deal with this stupid auto trans limitation.
OR, there is a need for a 'built' 7/8 speed auto that can hold the 350+ numbers.
Especially a forged 2.0L with big turbo on Ethanol.
A Sleeper pickup.
In my early days, I was a V8 S10 driver.. RWD-only with ~350 hp/torque was a fun package. But clearly tough to launch with a ~3000 RPM stall torque converter. And it had no where near the cornering capability as the Mav.
After experiencing the 2.0L EcoBoost in the Focus ST I've seen the potential for the platform. I just want that in my Lobo. But reliable, w/o breaking transmission parts.. I'll 6MT swap when possible.
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I just hope they can get it all figured out for everyone. I know there are a bunch of people that have already bought the JB4 looking for full functionality. So they let me borrow a newer Chevy Truck for the weekend while they mess with mine. It’s one with the 4 cylinder and turbo. It’s a nice truck got good gas mileage on the way home. I drove like 3 hours home and I’ve got about 30min more to go before I get home. It dawned on me hey I wonder if they tuned this truck. So I grab my phone turn on the JB4 tuner app and it immediately connected. Oh yeah they had it all tuned up. I didn’t mess with anything but it was cool to see the gauges and boost and all that crap. I looked when I got home and I think they can boost those trucks up 85hp with 91 octane. Oh and lookin on there site they have a kit for the 24+ Tacoma already I know those things were hard to break into as far as ecu.
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