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  • Saab 9-3 (2014) Project – A20NFT with Bosch MED9.6.1

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    Mackanized has added another platform to the development fleet, a late NEVS-built Saab 9-3 equipped with the A20NFT engine and Bosch MED9.6.1 engine management system. From a calibration standpoint, this combination is particularly interesting. Compared to earlier Trionic systems, MED9.6.1 uses a different structure for torque modeling, load calculation, and driver demand interpretation. This allows…

  • Saab 9-5 Aero XWD (2010), refined where it matters

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    This Granite Grey Metallic 9-5 Aero XWD shows what the Epsilon II platform is capable of when properly developed. Factory spec already provides a strong base, 2.8L V6 Turbo (A28NER), AF40 6-speed automatic with XWD, sport chassis (-10 mm), 19” wheels, semi-aniline leather and full premium equipment. A solid long-distance car, but limited by conservative…

  • Ny återförsäljare: Fordonsteknik i Enköping

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    Mackanized fortsätter att växa och vi är stolta över att presentera vår nya samarbetspartner i Mälardalen:Fordonsteknik i Enköping AB. Fordonsteknik är en certifierad Autoexperten-verkstad med bred kompetens inom service, felsökning och reparation av alla bilmärken. Verkstaden arbetar enligt tillverkarnas riktlinjer, vilket innebär att nybilsgaranti bibehålls vid service. Specialkompetens inom Saab Verkstaden har särskild erfarenhet av…

  • Saab 9-3 Cab TiD – Scarabégrön Skönhet från Norr

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    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 –…

  • Mackanized x Heuschmid – The Ultimate Saab 9-3 Aero XWD Upgrade

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    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,…

  • AF40-6 tuning release

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    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:…

  • Update on AF40-6 Gearbox Recalibrations

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    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,…

  • Saab/Opel/GM AF40-6 Gearbox tuning

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    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…

  • Biopower conversion of 9-5 Solstad

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    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…

  • Ford Mustang 5.0 Roush St2 update

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    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…