08-27-2021, 12:55 PM
Hi 360,
I have spent a good deal of time working with the BlueFire system. I recently rebuilt my air intake system and needed a way to monitor the critical information without squinting at the dash which was never really bright enough during the day.
I like the BlueFire but it has a few problems. First, it locks up the iPad on a regular basis requiring I close the program and reopen it to get it working. I did the change over to the new app program on the iPad and I'm hoping it will make a difference. Also, I need to install the new firmware onto the Bluetooth module which also might make a difference. Considering I also have a read out for the critical engine data on the overhead the loss of the glass dash is not the end of the world. The Garman GPS shows speed and speed limit on the road, my overhead shows a reasonable amount of data in the "DRIVE" setting and I get what ever additional info i need from the iPad. If it goes out its not a big deal although I would never take the system to the next level until the system lock up problem is addressed. There are also a few data groups which I have not been able to get working yet such as the TPMS which did show on my dash. We also need to remember that the BlueFire system has a limitation as to how many times it can refresh the screen based on the number of instruments being used.
Regards,
Mike
I have spent a good deal of time working with the BlueFire system. I recently rebuilt my air intake system and needed a way to monitor the critical information without squinting at the dash which was never really bright enough during the day.
I like the BlueFire but it has a few problems. First, it locks up the iPad on a regular basis requiring I close the program and reopen it to get it working. I did the change over to the new app program on the iPad and I'm hoping it will make a difference. Also, I need to install the new firmware onto the Bluetooth module which also might make a difference. Considering I also have a read out for the critical engine data on the overhead the loss of the glass dash is not the end of the world. The Garman GPS shows speed and speed limit on the road, my overhead shows a reasonable amount of data in the "DRIVE" setting and I get what ever additional info i need from the iPad. If it goes out its not a big deal although I would never take the system to the next level until the system lock up problem is addressed. There are also a few data groups which I have not been able to get working yet such as the TPMS which did show on my dash. We also need to remember that the BlueFire system has a limitation as to how many times it can refresh the screen based on the number of instruments being used.
Regards,
Mike
2008 Newell #1223 4 slide, Cat C15 with ZF 12 spd, 2004 Chevy Silverado 4x4 Duramax 6.6