E85 cold start in new york

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E85 cold start in new york

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Hi just wondering how can I adjust my map to turn the car on cold start. It’s 30 degrees here in New York and my si is a built motor. K24a2 block 12.5 bc rods supertech springs and retainers and valves skunk2 ultra 4 cams. Full ported Xsseive side feed ktuned 72mm 4” cai id 1000cc injectors. Walbro 255 on e85.
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Re: E85 cold start in new york

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Have you discussed this with your tuner?

You may have to reduce the amount of ethanol in cold weather.
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I tried calling my tuner but no answer. How can I reduce the amount of ethanol?
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put less ethanol in the tank
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Look at the Calibration -> Ethanol -> Ethanol ECT cranking table and either post the calibration or tell us what is in it.
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i think i figured it out. in the cranking fuel trim table, the 1st column from 0 rpm - 2000 rpm i raised it by 15% and the car started.
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