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Model specific boards => Golf mk4 => Topic started by: Stevie Callaghan on 15 July 2004, 16:48

Title: Tuning box
Post by: Stevie Callaghan on 15 July 2004, 16:48

Hi
 
 I have a 02 GT TDI 130 and have seen so called 'tuning boxes' on eBay for 50 quid. I think they just plug in to some temp sensor or something. Anyone had any dealings with these boxes (not the expensive ones) or are they a waste of money. They claim 25% more torque and power and better econ. Surely more power means more fuel so worse econ? Any advice appreciated.

Thanks

Title: Re:Tuning box
Post by: topher on 15 July 2004, 17:07

I don't know of anyone who's bought one of the "budget" boxes, basically they're so cheap because they use one standard map across the entire range, so there are no development costs etc and generally not as tailored (or as good) for your car as the more expensive options. I doubt you'd get any warranty either.

As far as economy goes, depends on how you drive it. If you drive "foot to the floor" to make the most of your new power then yes you'll get crappy mpg. If you drive sensibly you'll find you don't need to rag the car as much as before to accelrate swiftly, so economy increases.

Chris.

Title: Re:Tuning box
Post by: richy on 15 July 2004, 19:48

Personally I don't trust them.  Things that sound too good to be true, normally are.

Revo/AMD/Jabbasport are expensive for a reason.

Title: Re:Tuning box
Post by: antgti on 16 July 2004, 09:30

i gotta TDi 130 tuning box for sale, van aaken one, this is not the budget one and cost me ?470. Check out the foe sale section,

THink someone else on here is having it, but first come first serve and all that, PM me if interested.

Only want ?200 for it, as need to shiift as need cash to replace the bumper that was smashed off my FR this morning by a shredded lorry tyre on th motorway..................Doh!