Root Recommendations for replacement ROMS please

[sfgitano]

I purchased a used Optimus T last week that had been factory rest. I was able to easily root it using z4root and I then installed setCPU to overclock it. Being a novice, I assumed that would work, but setCPU cannot gain access to the processor speed above the stock 600Mhz. So, I am assuming I will need to replace the stock ROM first which is probably blocking access. The kernal is Linux 2.6.32.9 from lg-electronics. all other software is up to date per a check prior to rooting.

I would appreciate recoomendations from people that have done that on this phone. I am looking for a reliable ROM that is efficient with the least amount of problems with installed typical android apps. Thanks for your help

 

[Explore3]

Oops just noticed the date!! What ROM did you choose to use? How do you like it?

I purchased a used Optimus T last week that had been factory rest. I was able to easily root it using z4root and I then installed setCPU to overclock it. Being a novice, I assumed that would work, but setCPU cannot gain access to the processor speed above the stock 600Mhz. So, I am assuming I will need to replace the stock ROM first which is probably blocking access. The kernal is Linux 2.6.32.9 from lg-electronics. all other software is up to date per a check prior to rooting.

I would appreciate recoomendations from people that have done that on this phone. I am looking for a reliable ROM that is efficient with the least amount of problems with installed typical android apps. Thanks for your help

I like devoid/Franco and the openOptimus ROMs. As always, I would read the threads and confirm that everyone is happy with the latest release. As an example, I know the current openOptimus has known problems when installed with AmonRa recovery versus ClockworkMod recovery.

Since you mentioned you are just starting in this area, make sure you do a Nand backup. I would also use Titanium Backup. It has a free and a paid version. Try the free and if you like it consider buying. The paid version has batch processes.

If you need T-mobile wifi calling, you could keep your stock ROM and flash a Franco kernel. It might work. Franco does not offer support for people who use his kernel on a ROMs other than his own.

Good Luck!

PS NAND = system snapshop/ backup and restore ROM programs and data. Titanium is useful in backing up/restoring your apps and data. Since you generally wipe out your programs and data every-time you try a new ROM a backup program saves a lot of time.

PPS openOptimus is setup to automatically store all applications on the SD card. Do not manually try to send apps to the SD.