Category: BLOG
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Saab 9-3 Cab TiD – Scarabégrön Skönhet från Norr
Vår återförsäljare i norra Sverige, Konrad Söderholm på Konrads Motor, har tagit sig an ännu ett spännande projekt – en Saab 9-3 Cabriolet från 2007, utrustad med den pålitliga Z19DTH-dieseln. Men det här är långt ifrån en vanlig vardagsbil. Konrad har genomfört en fullständig renovering av bilen och gett den ett helt nytt liv –…
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Mackanized x Heuschmid – The Ultimate Saab 9-3 Aero XWD Upgrade
We’re proud to showcase a next-level collaboration between Mackanized and our German reseller, Heuschmid GmbH, bringing serious performance and refinement to the iconic Saab 9-3 Aero XWD (B207R + AF40-6). This isn’t just a software update. This is a complete transformation — combining hardware upgrades with expertly calibrated engine and gearbox software to deliver power,…
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AF40-6 tuning release
Optimization of AF40-6 Transmissions: Enhance Your Driving Experience Modern automatic transmissions, like the AF40-6, represent high-tech engineering. These transmissions offer smooth shifting and adapt to the driver’s style. However, despite their sophisticated design, there is always room for improvement. By optimizing the transmission, you can achieve a more responsive and performance-oriented driving experience. Stage 1:…
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Update on AF40-6 Gearbox Recalibrations
We are pleased to report that the first recalibrations for the AF40-6 gearbox have been successfully tested on the road. The vehicle used for this initial test is a 2008 Saab 9-3 TiD, which has been modified to run as an “A-tractor” with a speed limit of 30 km/h. The recalibration includes new shift points,…
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Saab/Opel/GM AF40-6 Gearbox tuning
For a long time, the customization of our automatic transmissions has been subject to limitations. Access to data retrieval has been constrained, and the capability for modification has been exclusively tethered to the proprietary tools provided by manufacturers. Even calibration experts have found themselves unable to recalibrate the gearbox ECU (TCM/TCU) without explicit authorization from…
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Biopower conversion of 9-5 Solstad
During the summer of 2023, I undertook several projects, including a visit to Mannes Bilservice (Carservice) in Sölvesborg, Sweden. During this visit, I encountered an issue with their Saab 9-5 “Solstad.” While my software had the car running smoothly, the cruise control was non-functional. After conducting thorough research and multiple test drives, I arrived at…
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Ford Mustang 5.0 Roush St2 update
Loggning och justering av mjukvaran i en Mustang med Roush St2 kit. Programvaran var inte helt perfekt från fabrik och finjusteringar har behövts för att anpassa till svensk klimat och bränsle! Såld ny och uppgraderad i USA innan den importerades till Sverige i slutet av 2014.100-150km/h klarades av på ca 2.5sekunder! Mer information om Roush…
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Ford Ranger 2.2TDCi 4×4 2014
150hk 375Nm från fabrik. Nu uppgraderad hos återförsäljare Runners High Engineering till ca 180hk 450Nm! Axel använder Autotuner för att kunna uppgradera programvaran i de flesta moderna bilar på marknaden. Programvara en egenutvecklad hos Mackanized och kan justeras efter önskemål om körbarhet, momentbegränsning på olika växlar, topphastighet m.m. Uppdateringen läggs in via OBD-port och tar…
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Volvo EDC16C31 pinout for bench connection with HS Can
When trying to connect to Volvo EDC16C31 on bench most use k-line, an older and slower way of connecting than the now commonly used HS CAN. Trying to find the pinout for this was not easy as the ones published online seem to use k-line only. After searching for Volvo’s connection schemes this was however…
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Cloning ME9.6 / GM E55, new feature
For some time there has been a demand for cloning the ecu of the HFV6 engine. This is found in Saab 9-3, Opel/ Vauxhall Vectra, Holden and Cadillac cars from mid 2000 ->. Cloning the ECU needs to be done in Bosch Serivce / Bench mode and the ECU needs to be removed from the…