Boss Track key an option for 2011 gt's?

[RSKtakR]

2012 MUSTANG BOSS 302 LETS LOOSE WITH TRACKEY; CHOOSE STOCK OR FULL-RACE CALIBRATION | Ford Motor Company Newsroom

anyone know or hear if this maybe a possibility on the 2011's? Are the PCM's in the 2011 gt and 2012 boss ANY different? And IF we wanted this could we even get it w/ out owning a Boss?

 

[1 srt4 U]

i doubt it. But it would be AHMAZING. Bump so we can get an answer

 

[kevinp]

Since 2011+ GTs have the 'my key' gizmo the PCM is capable of using two different keys. I'm sure the hardware is there but there is no factory coding for it, would be pretty cool though to have an 87 octane key and a balls out 93 octane key.

 

[chrisheltra]

Since 2011+ GTs have the 'my key' gizmo the PCM is capable of using two different keys. I'm sure the hardware is there but there is no factory coding for it, would be pretty cool though to have an 87 octane key and a balls out 93 octane key.

Why when the PCM already adjust the tune/timing automatically for the different octane fuels via the knock sensors?

 

[kevinp]

Why when the PCM already adjust the tune/timing automatically for the different octane fuels via the knock sensors?

I was thinking more of an aftermarket tune, especially an auto car with different shift shift firmness and shift points. I prefer not to detonate my way down to 87 octane tune, especially if I'm at the track and I get some false knock.

Not to mention you could have a nitrous key, a gas mileage key - lots of possibilities.

If you think thats silly, then buying a detuned Boss 302 and buying the 'track' key is equally as silly

 

[chrisheltra]

My hand held tuner is my key.

 

[PowerWheels]

I'd never use the black key, so screw it.

 

[chrisheltra]

I'd never use the black key, so screw it.

+1

Wonder if the red key adds any hp.

 

[Jimmysidecarr]

Probably blow the hell up the first time you ran it up to the RED KEY rev limit.

Are you not aware of the hardware differences between the BOSS and the 5.0 GT?
Plus the cams are pretty different so all the cam timing and overlap tricks probably would not be working that well on the regular 5.0

I'm thinking even if it's do-able it would be a really bad idea and you would be better off with a knowledgeable well known aftermarket tuner doing a 5.0 GT performance tune to optimize your specific mods list.

 

[chrisheltra]

Probably blow the hell up the first time you ran it up to the RED KEY rev limit.

Are you not aware of the hardware differences between the BOSS and the 5.0 GT?
Plus the cams are pretty different so all the cam timing and overlap tricks probably would not be working that well on the regular 5.0

I'm thinking even if it's do-able it would be a really bad idea and you would be better off with a knowledgeable well known aftermarket tuner doing a 5.0 GT performance tune to optimize your specific mods list.

I wonder when or even if a BOSS crate motor will be available.

 

[BABVenom98]

+1

Wonder if the red key adds any hp.

:lol: :bash:
The red keys puts the car in race mode...

 

[chrisheltra]

:lol: :bash:
The red keys puts the car in race mode...

No shit but does it add hp and how much? The article didnt mention it at all specifically. Did you even read it?

 

[Jimmysidecarr]

No shit but does it add hp and how much? The article didnt mention it at all specifically. Did you even read it?

Yes.. but we are still waiting the hear how much and what the dyno sheets are going to look like under the curve.

 

[BABVenom98]

No shit but does it add hp and how much? The article didnt mention it at all specifically. Did you even read it?

:rollseyes
Yeah I read it. The keys hold a tune basically, the PCM is changed depending on which key is used.

 

[Jimmysidecarr]

The key only unlocks a second tune that has to be programmed in when you purchase the red key option after/during the sale at the dealer, assuming the car is built and there to program.

It's just like an aftermarket flash tuner except it's factory, it also does suspension and traction control stuff, and it does not void your warranty.

That is my understanding at this time.

I would not expect this to be available on GTs, too much stuff is different.

 

[rpmr6]

Any one know what exactly the "Launch control" feature will be ? or if it is going to be on the Boss

 

[Red Turtle]

Any one know what exactly the "Launch control" feature will be ? or if it is going to be on the Boss

Isn't Launch control somewhat similar to a 2 step? Yes, the this function is one of the feautures of the red key.