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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: vwnut.ant on 10 April 2004, 17:59

Title: mk 3 tuning help please ???
Post by: vwnut.ant on 10 April 2004, 17:59
hello all , im just getting into tuning my car and starting with the bits and bobs, ive got the exhaust /filter and an ecotek valve etc

i have now got hold of --

1) power boost valve
2) genuine suprchip

all the above are for mk 3 2.0 8 valve...

i have the instuctions for the boost valve but havent got a clue what they mean , nor how to fit it , should there be any other bits with the valve , as ive just got the valve, do i need any clips..t pieces etc etc
who knows how to fit these , i like them as i had one on my mk 2 8v and it gave it 13bhp !!?!

plus the superchip , ive just won on ebay (bloody good deal) , this is a proper one , but do i have to have a pro install it or can i just plug it in to my ecu and drive away ??

if you can help with any of the above whatsoever please stick your comments down or mail me , im up in manchester so if ya wana suggest any companies please do

cheers all
ant
Title: Re:mk 3 tuning help please ???
Post by: Cupra Turbo on 10 April 2004, 19:53
FSE Power Boost valve gave u 13bhp???

if thats the case, I think I'll get one .. only ?99
Title: Re:mk 3 tuning help please ???
Post by: vwnut.ant on 11 April 2004, 00:53
yeah i had it on my mk 2 8valve , it went like stink ...you have to have them rolling roaded though properly , plus the usual exhaust and filter etc

try it , you might like it !!! :o
Title: Re:mk 3 tuning help please ???
Post by: Cupra Turbo on 11 April 2004, 00:55
got the filter and exhaust....

dunno if anywhere up here would fit it tho ... theres no "performance centres" up here. ... i heard they gotta be setup "properly"

... I looked at those Ecotek power valves and filter awhile back ... for better mpg... dunno if they actually work tho.
Title: Re:mk 3 tuning help please ???
Post by: vwnut.ant on 12 April 2004, 15:19
any help with the above ???


anyone ..please  ;D
Title: Re:mk 3 tuning help please ???
Post by: Cupra Turbo on 12 April 2004, 15:30
Heres sum info and a few quotes...


Adjustable Fuel Pressure Regulator
Upto 10Bhp gain

What: Adjustable Fuel Pump.
Why: More fuel can be supplied with a regulator, which is ideal for big power engines that demand extra gas.

Professional Quotes:

Jamsport: Adjustable fuel pressure regulators can be temperamental. Unless set at the standard fuel setting they can run rich or lean causing problems

Courtenay Sport: Of some benefit at initial burst of the throttle, but after that the Lambda sensor kicks in and cencels out most of the gain. It's imperative that a regulator is setup correctly.

Avanti Motorsport: The main benefit with an FSE Power Boost Valve is it allows the fuelling to be increased to suit turbo'd cars running high boost.

Expect To Pay: ?82-?136


If you want it setup... goto a performance centre ...
Title: Re:mk 3 tuning help please ???
Post by: vwnut.ant on 12 April 2004, 17:51
mmmmm ..rite , all i need now is the answers to the questions i asked ;D.........is there any other parts needed with the power boost valve...(if anyone else has got one please tell me!).....

2) can i just plug a genuine superchip into the ecu ..and drive away ....eg can i do it myself ??...

i have tried ringing well lane 4 times , and they never ring me back or keep saying the guy i want to speak to is busy???...bloody good eh ..to busy for more custom!!...so im a bit angry cos wana get this done asap
Title: Re:mk 3 tuning help please ???
Post by: Cupra Turbo on 12 April 2004, 17:55
I dont think u need any other bits for the FSE powerboost valve but I think u might need ya ECU remapped or summet cos its supplying extra fuel...