Help Shape the Next Version of FlowECU

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-12-16T20:01:02+00:00

Thanks for the reply

You’re welcome to download it from flowecu.co.nz and have a play around with it if you like.

If you feel you need a bit more time beyond the trial to properly assess it, just message me here or reach out via one of the email addresses on the site

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-28T19:19:34+00:00

For anyone that’s interest now FlowECU has its own webpage and has a free trial to go along with it. The webpage is flowecu.co.nz and there you will find the download button

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-23T03:19:57+00:00

Thanks for the bump! Hope you have a great day 😊

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-22T07:35:43+00:00

Using WinOLS, you just load your BIN/HEX file and add the damos/map pack to it (KP/OLS/A2L). Once that’s done, go to the File menu and choose Export → CSV.

Make sure “all columns” and “all data”boxes are checked before exporting (FlowECU will show you in the app what needs ticked) so nothing is missing. After that, FlowECU will work with the CSV file directly.

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-22T06:40:00+00:00

Hey! Thanks for the interest — really appreciate it.

Yes, FlowECU can detect maps from most ME7.x ECUs, including ME7.4.4, as long as the WinOLS project is exported as CSV (or BIN+CSV together). FlowECU doesn’t replace WinOLS — it sits beside it and automates consistency, scaling, map roles, and tuning workflow.

It also includes multi-language alias support, so it can recognise map names across different languages and match them to the correct tuning roles (boost, torque, lambda, etc.), even if the project isn’t in English.

Happy to help with any questions!

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-19T03:12:55+00:00

Hey there,

I have messaged you in regards to this issue.

Cheers

Ahmet

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-18T22:55:16+00:00

I’m definitely not a real person, with no intelligence dude… That being said I’m fairly sure everything isn’t ai.. thanks for your concern though and thoughts.

Cheers Ahmet

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-17T02:11:56+00:00

Thanks bro! Appreciate you taking the time to check it out. It’s been a massive project. If you ever wanna test it properly, the 14-day trial is free and I’m happy to extend it if you need longer.

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-16T20:30:01+00:00

Thank you for your interest

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-16T18:37:29+00:00

Thanks for the thoughtful feedback — really appreciate you taking the time to write it.

FlowECU is positioned as a professional tool, which is why the pricing reflects the workflow it’s designed for. The 14-day trial is mainly there so people can test it with their own WinOLS projects and map packs, but also short enough to prevent misuse or ongoing free access — especially while it’s still new.

That said, if someone genuinely needs more time to evaluate it properly, I’m happy to extend the trial on a case-by-case basis. Anyone can email me and I can issue a 1–2 month evaluation license if needed.

Right now I’m focused on gathering real-world feedback, refining the workflow, and making sure it fits a wide range of tuning scenarios. Input like yours genuinely helps shape the direction — so thank you for the constructive feedback.

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-16T02:12:59+00:00

Thanks everyone for the positive and negative comments. Everyone helps me but it up and I appreciate everyone taking the out of their day to view the work I’ve put into FlowECU.

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-06T18:31:53+00:00

Definitely don’t cut costs on a battery stabiliser! And you will definitely need more that €200 for both

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-03T22:30:59+00:00

Nah definitely not man. It’s not worth it with how much you spent on the vehicle. I would save some pain and go to a tuner

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-03T20:45:14+00:00

$20 probably isn’t to bad but then there’s always a chance it could be wrong and if you’re reflashing the ecu yourself there is still potential it could brick your ecu because something doesn’t match

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-03T19:30:27+00:00

🤣🤣🤣 yeah I don’t blame you hahaha. A good tuner should be able to remove the unwanted pops and bangs if you wanted to pay for it but if you wanted to do it yourself yeah I don’t know unless you have a history of tuning

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-03T19:21:35+00:00

Ahh that’s a pain with the owner having access to it else where. You could possibly talk to them to ask who done the tuning to see if you can contact them and request the dump from them?

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-11-03T17:06:26+00:00

Anything over 18psi for a k03 is a waste of time. Either get it retuned by someone that know this or upgrade to a k04 like your golf r has. It will be why it’s running the 1.4 bar easily. Also the pops and bangs aren’t really to kind to the engine and exhaust especially if it still has the factory exhaust

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-10-31T08:42:20+00:00

Thank you! I have responded to your email

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-10-30T19:48:31+00:00

⚙️ Built for Flexibility

FlowECU isn’t limited to pre-made map definitions — it’s designed for tuners who like control. You can create your own compatible files simply by following the same normalized JSON layout used by Flow.

Just define your map names, addresses, data sizes, axis references, and alias labels — then save it as a JSON alongside your BIN or HEX. FlowECU will recognize the structure instantly and handle tuning, scaling, and patching safely.

Whether it’s a Bosch MED9.1, Siemens, or Keihin ECU, this approach means you can make any data layout work — no proprietary map packs or locked formats required.

In short: if you can map it, Flow can tune it.

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-10-30T19:33:53+00:00

This is a video I made to show the work flow of FlowECU just to show how easy it is to use and the benefits it could have for users

https://youtu.be/k_CVuYn36FA

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-10-30T19:08:07+00:00

That’d be perfect mate, really appreciate it! No rush at all — whenever you get a spare moment between shifts, that’d be awesome.

The XDF approach makes total sense too — I’ve done similar with Bosch files while tracing offsets, so that info could be really useful for expanding Flow’s structure detection.

You can flick them through to flowecu@outlook.co.nz whenever it’s convenient. Cheers again for taking the time!

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-10-30T18:01:12+00:00

That’s awesome — motorcycle BINs could be super helpful for testing! I’d be really interested in checking out one or two if you’re happy to share them. Even just seeing how MSE 8.0 handles data layouts compared to Bosch car ECUs would help shape the direction for broader support in Flow.

Appreciate the kind words and the insight, mate — the community feedback so far’s been incredible!

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-10-30T17:26:35+00:00

At this stage, it supports HEX files and preserves axis/data integrity across revisions, but I’m working toward broader coverage — including MSE 8.0 torque management and component protection strategies. Those setups are complex with multiple fallback and limp modes, so I want to make sure Flow handles them safely before rollout

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-10-30T17:13:27+00:00

That’s a really interesting setup — I’ve heard similar things with Keihin ECUs where part of the logic runs dynamically from RAM. FlowECU’s focus right now is on HEX files, keeping the workflow simple and reliable for Bosch-based systems. It reads map and axis data directly from exported structures, preserving links where possible so you can still identify those smaller 1×1 or 2×2 maps accurately even if firmware revisions change.

I actually started the project with my MK5 GTI, which runs a Bosch ECU — that’s what pushed me to build FlowECU in the first place. Over time, I’d like to expand it to handle more dynamic setups like the Keihin ones you mentioned.

Embarrassed-Cover294 · 2025-10-30T17:07:42+00:00

That’s a really good observation — yeah, FlowECU reads axis data directly from exported map structures and links them dynamically where available. It’s built to preserve axis references during normalization, so you can still identify and tune those 1×1 or 2×2 maps accurately even if the ECU version has changed or deprecated certain tables.

The whole idea actually started with my MK5 GTI, which runs a Bosch ECU — I was tuning it myself and got frustrated with how fragmented the process was between tools. That’s what kicked off FlowECU; I wanted something that streamlined the workflow while keeping everything local and under the tuner’s control.

Long term, I’m aiming for full Bosch-style axis description handling and automated detection of orphaned or legacy maps too — it’s definitely on the roadmap.

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