5 Star Calibrations

[Mike Wolfe]

5 Star 93 octane produces 4.33 0-60 mph times & much better throttle response
E50 tune produces over 600 lb ft torque at the wheels
Have had their calibrations for almost one year now & love it
So much better than stock even with the 87 octane calibration
Note from them regarding throttle response
The 2018+ Expedition suffers from poor throttle response down low. A custom calibration will have enhanced improvements in better throttle response, step on go pedal, the vehicle will respond quicker…this DBW system is a torque driven system, it works by taking a certain amount of torque via engine and wheel and applies it to what the driver’s foot say it needs; a better way to explain it is its a torque limiter. It only allows so much torque at a given pedal position. Stock tables are conservative and numb at best and that’s why one would feel sometimes a lag or a goofy pedal with DBW systems. For a 3.5L EB V6 this is one of the most critical areas that must be addressed and modified to generate more torque /hp and throttle response. By reworking the OEM strategies make your 3.5L EB V6 come to life!

 

[16plati]

5 Star 93 octane produces 4.33 0-60 mph times & much better throttle response
E50 tune produces over 600 lb ft torque at the wheels
Have had their calibrations for almost one year now & love it
So much better than stock even with the 87 octane calibration
Note from them regarding throttle response
The 2018+ Expedition suffers from poor throttle response down low. A custom calibration will have enhanced improvements in better throttle response, step on go pedal, the vehicle will respond quicker…this DBW system is a torque driven system, it works by taking a certain amount of torque via engine and wheel and applies it to what the driver’s foot say it needs; a better way to explain it is its a torque limiter. It only allows so much torque at a given pedal position. Stock tables are conservative and numb at best and that’s why one would feel sometimes a lag or a goofy pedal with DBW systems. For a 3.5L EB V6 this is one of the most critical areas that must be addressed and modified to generate more torque /hp and throttle response. By reworking the OEM strategies make your 3.5L EB V6 come to life!

Do you have proof of this 0-60, they have F150s with 93 perf tunes that run 0-60 in the 5s and they weigh almost 1500 lbs less than we do. Curious where you found this 4.33.

 

[Mike Wolfe]

This data is with GEN II Ecoboost engines which have GDI & PFI along with larger turbos than the Gen I engines
Link to 5000lb PU with 2.7L
https://5startuning.com/our-2018-f150-2-7l-ecoboost-ran-12-34-113-44-mph-in-the-1-4-mile-last-night/
https://5startuning.com/can-a-v8-st...d-we-tune-drag-race-three-trucks-to-find-out/

Have the E30 tune in both my 2018 EXPY & my 2018 F150 3.5: ECO boost
Way faster than the 93 octane tune I had originally in my EXPY

 

[16plati]

This data is with GEN II Ecoboost engines which have GDI & PFI along with larger turbos than the Gen I engines
Link to 5000lb PU with 2.7L
https://5startuning.com/our-2018-f150-2-7l-ecoboost-ran-12-34-113-44-mph-in-the-1-4-mile-last-night/
https://5startuning.com/can-a-v8-st...d-we-tune-drag-race-three-trucks-to-find-out/

Have the E30 tune in both my 2018 EXPY & my 2018 F150 3.5: ECO boost
Way faster than the 93 octane tune I had originally in my EXPY

Ok well I don’t see any info on a 6500lb EXPEDITION doing 0-60 in 4.33secs soo..... ?

 

[JExpedition07]

Oof those 2.7L ecos sound awful

 

[Mike Wolfe]

Ok well I don’t see any info on a 6500lb EXPEDITION doing 0-60 in 4.33secs soo..... ?

Not trying to irritate anyone just thought it was interesting that the 2.7 ECOBOOST can produce that much power as well
my 2018 EXPY 4wd FX4 with HD tow weighs 5620lbs with me in it & 1/2 tank of gas on truck scale here at the pilot truck stop
I am sure it does 0-60 in the low 4's with the E30 tune & e51 fuel
So does my f150 FX4 HD tow 4wd pickup
Love it
Here is there dyno chart for E50 calibrations note 550 wheel hp & 600+ LB FT Wheel torque

 

[Black]

Oof those 2.7L ecos sound awful

As do the 3.5s with any exhaust mod aside from removing the rear resonator.

All this tune talk is rather tempting.

 

[95cobby]

It's actually 4.36 seconds which is what the videos shows.. other than that it's not a fair comparison between motors when you're racing a screw against an extended cab

 

[JExpedition07]

No mention of axle ratios for the video either

 

[Deadman]

Will the 10 speed transmission hold up to all that additional power? "Most" transmissions are the weak link.......

 

[JExpedition07]

Isn’t it the same transmission that GM uses with their 760 horsepower 6.2L in the corvette? I know they offer it automatic.

If it can take that heat 450 is a walk in the park.

 

[16plati]

Isn’t it the same transmission that GM uses with their 760 horsepower 6.2L in the corvette? I know they offer it automatic.

If it can take that heat 450 is a walk in the park.

I would be worried running the E50 tune pumping out all those horses on stock internals, you risk breaking ALOT of stuff with all that power in stock engine. Now, upgrade manifold, turbos, intercooler, intake, exhaust, MAP sensor and I’d feel ok. But running that E50 tune on a 5300lb bone stock truck just to make Escalades scratch their heads sounds silly. Sooner or later his tranny will give out

 

[Mike Wolfe]

Fords 10 sped transmission is rated for 600 LB FT (800nm) of torque stock
With tuning including higher line pressures & improved shift strategies torque capacity should be much higher than the stock specs
HD tow package includes larger axle than std units
FX4 package includes larger axle than stock
These trucks were all 4wd
The difference between super crew & other cabs is only a few pounds
Not enough to be of any significant impact
This link shows super crew cab with 2.7L
https://5startuning.com/our-2018-f150-2-7l-ecoboost-ran-12-34-113-44-mph-in-the-1-4-mile-last-night/
So times are similar with super crew 4wd truck as well
The items you mention upgrading would have nothing to do with improved durability
You would need to replace pistons, rods crankshaft etc to strengthen the internals
Not necessary for intermittent WOT runs
Necessary if racing where WOT is continuous
Enough airflow & fuel flow is available through stock systems to accommodate this power
Not necessary to spend money on component upgrades unless higher outputs than documented at 5 star are desired
Think it is great to see what is possible on these dual turbo engines
BTW this is the same transmission used in the corvette & in the GM Trucks

74 Year old OLD FART today & still lovin it

 

[16plati]

Fords 10 sped transmission is rated for 600 LB FT (800nm) of torque stock
With tuning including higher line pressures & improved shift strategies torque capacity should be much higher than the stock specs
HD tow package includes larger axle than std units
FX4 package includes larger axle than stock
These trucks were all 4wd
The difference between super crew & other cabs is only a few pounds
Not enough to be of any significant impact
This link shows super crew cab with 2.7L
https://5startuning.com/our-2018-f150-2-7l-ecoboost-ran-12-34-113-44-mph-in-the-1-4-mile-last-night/
So times are similar with super crew 4wd truck as well
The items you mention upgrading would have nothing to do with improved durability
You would need to replace pistons, rods crankshaft etc to strengthen the internals
Not necessary for intermittent WOT runs
Necessary if racing where WOT is continuous
Enough airflow & fuel flow is available through stock systems to accommodate this power
Not necessary to spend money on component upgrades unless higher outputs than documented at 5 star are desired
Think it is great to see what is possible on these dual turbo engines
BTW this is the same transmission used in the corvette & in the GM Trucks

 

[NASCAR Mike]

I have the 93octane 5 Star tune on my 17 Expy and it made a huge difference. I don't have any 0-60 times yet but when I power brake it and build boost, it launches VERY hard. In fact the first time I did it I got lightheaded and my wife got nauseous. My guess is mid 5's to 6 seconds 0-60.

When the weather warms up a little more I will test the 0-60 times with my GTech pro.

 

[16plati]

I have the 93octane 5 Star tune on my 17 Expy and it made a huge difference. I don't have any 0-60 times yet but when I power brake it and build boost, it launches VERY hard. In fact the first time I did it I got lightheaded and my wife got nauseous. My guess is mid 5's to 6 seconds 0-60.

When the weather warms up a little more I will test the 0-60 times with my GTech pro.

Yup, same here. 2700-2800 rpm boost launch and you’re off like a bat outta hell!

 

[16plati]

I have the 93octane 5 Star tune on my 17 Expy and it made a huge difference. I don't have any 0-60 times yet but when I power brake it and build boost, it launches VERY hard. In fact the first time I did it I got lightheaded and my wife got nauseous. My guess is mid 5's to 6 seconds 0-60.

When the weather warms up a little more I will test the 0-60 times with my GTech pro.

Easily in the 5s. Stock is like 6.9 I believe for the el 4x4. But I easily pull away from other trucks and SUVs with boost launching in 4hi. Just earlier today I smoked a 2018 max that thought he was hot shit. His wife gave me a thumbs up lol

 

[edizzle]

I would be worried running the E50 tune pumping out all those horses on stock internals, you risk breaking ALOT of stuff with all that power in stock engine. Now, upgrade manifold, turbos, intercooler, intake, exhaust, MAP sensor and I’d feel ok. But running that E50 tune on a 5300lb bone stock truck just to make Escalades scratch their heads sounds silly. Sooner or later his tranny will give out

none of the parts you mentioned are internal!! LOL. good post.

 

[16plati]

none of the parts you mentioned are internal!! LOL. good post.

Upgrade the parts I listed and you’d be fine running on stock internals, tons of F-150 guys have done exactly that. See you havent changed much, Ed

 

[Mike Wolfe]

I agree if you have a Generation 1 engine
Not necessary on Generation II ecoboost engines if wot runs are infrequent
They have large enough turbo's & adequate fuel flow to make these hp numbers
Generation 1 engines did not
With this much power the cylinders will move if wot runs are long term & done regularly
That leads to head gasket erosion & leaks
Need to insert deck girdle
https://www.google.com/search?q=ecoboost+block+deck+support&rlz=1C1DVJR_enUS808US808&tbm=isch&source=iu&ictx=1&fir=3D17aKlgWmZVUM%3A%2CA-Z_K0olxmfxjM%2C_&vet=1&usg=AI4_-kSGJsghpftAjSZ6DM36DJthujWFbw&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiit9Cv_PfhAhUNuZ4KHcwJCiMQ9QEwBHoECAkQCg#imgrc=On5MZvUjwOxC1M:&vet=1
That along with improved pistons, rods & crank are needed for continuous wot operation at these hp & torque levels
FYI
Here is a link where 5 star used higher flow turbos, upgraded intercooler, upgraded exhaust etc etc
They obtained 540 wheel hp from a 2.7L ecoboost running an E30 mix (30% ETHANOL & 70% GASOLINe
I am pretty sure the Generation II engines will produce about 15-20% more power than the generation 1 on the 93 octane tune due to the larger turbo's & higher fuel flow capabilities
Upgrading the turbo's, intercooler etc on gen 1 engines does produce more power but has nothing to do with increasing engine durability