is it safe to run car stage 2 with no fmic (temp)

[davemk4]

Looking at the amd remapped ecu mods all ready are

Tip
Induction
3`` downpipe decat
2.75" cat back
Forge 007 on yellow spring

So the ecu looking at is 221bhp was mapped with a fmic. I know i wont retain that peak power due to heat soak but is it safe to use while i sort out my fmic route??

[Bandit127]

I reckon the ECU you are looking at has a Stage 1 map. 210 bhp is par for the course in standard trim (i.e without FMIC).

So yes, it will be fine 

Edit. Just read your sig and see you have a stage 1 map. Yours should already be making at least 210 with the decat and probably more like 220. What do you think this new ECU is going to do for you?

[dom]

I disagree, a stage 1 map is around 190-200bhp.

221bhp is perfectly realistic for stage 2 depending on the level of mods.

[davemk4]

Im at 185bhp but map just generic

[Chris.]

you NEED a FMIC for a stage 2.  The turbo gives off too much heat and the stock SMIC intercooler cant keep up with anything over 200bhp and wanting to push stage 2 mods.

If your going to go stage 2, do it right and get a FMIC and take full advantage.   Last thing you want is 50C+ temps pulling timing so far back your still at stage 1 power.

[LittleReDuck]

If its at a good price why not get the ECU and store it until you've sorted the FMIC route?

[mcgee9t2]

above,

or install the ecu and just drive sensibly (i.e. not ragging it) untill you get fmic sorted.

[rio_gti]

above,

or install the ecu and just drive sensibly (i.e. not ragging it) untill you get fmic sorted.

who can resist boosting thou!!!

[davemk4]

I dont mind loosing power due to oem side mount it the blowing my turbo up lol. As im sure a odd rag will be done !

[mcgee9t2]

well then, you wanting to rag it will get you focused on buying the fmic and get it bought quicker