« Reply #20 on: 05 July 2009, 18:16 »
i don't see how they can quote power figures for a map not developed yet?
The EA888 GTI engine has been around a while now in Audis so it has already been fettled by tuners. It doesn't take them long to get an idea of what they can to once they crack the ECU code.
I like the look of Superchips' BlueFin thingy, but is it for real? I mean, can you just plug the thing into the car and basically dial in how much power you want?
I don't know, it seems a bit too good to be true?
TIA 
You don't just dial in how much power you want. You have 2 maps, one the standard VW one and another that Superchips have developed.
Being as there is no such thing as a free lunch,what are the down sides to remapping ?
As above, the possibility of more wear on some items but decent tuners will thoroughly road test and develop maps before releasing them to the general public. That's why some cost more than others and take longer to get to the market place.

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