Tuning / performance update

Could this fit on the tig?
The intake box and piping is made for the Mk5 but the tig layout is similar is it not?
http://www.awe-tuning.com/pages/shar...ain&IL=20T_CCB

Edit, just realised that the moulding for the box probably fits the Mk5 and so it may not work :(

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Originally Posted by snooze

check this video out, DIY chip install for TDI, appears to be a hardware chip that can be easily install or remove at any time.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiHRjwZmAO8

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These "tuning chips" have been around for a long time particularly for diesels. My personal take is that most of them just fool the vehicle into burning more fuel in order to produce more horsepower. Would be interesting to see an "actual" test done running a dyno etc to see if they're actually effective or not. I suspect "not" and that as in most things you get what you pay for !!

Cheers

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Originally Posted by NZTiguan

These "tuning chips" have been around for a long time particularly for diesels. My personal take is that most of them just fool the vehicle into burning more fuel in order to produce more horsepower. Would be interesting to see an "actual" test done running a dyno etc to see if they're actually effective or not. I suspect "not" and that as in most things you get what you pay for !!

Cheers

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Agree completely, these are by no means "chips" or ECU tuning. These in most cases are inefficient and potentially harmful to your engine. Rather go with a real ECU tune than this.....

Can somebody take me for a ride in a chipped 125 Tig ? What are the brakes like ? I want to get one as an everyday semi fast car with towing capability and it's the only one that will tow my race car haha :)

Sharkie, Whats the ride like with different suspension and wheels ? Is it top heavy ?

:banana:

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Originally Posted by qsilverza

Can somebody take me for a ride in a chipped 125 Tig ? What are the brakes like ? I want to get one as an everyday semi fast car with towing capability and it's the only one that will tow my race car haha :)

Sharkie, Whats the ride like with different suspension and wheels ? Is it top heavy ?

:banana:

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With the H&R springs it should lower the center of gravity and thus make the car less top heavy.

I am also interested to hear about how the brakes are handling the upgraded engine specs.

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Originally Posted by qsilverza

Can somebody take me for a ride in a chipped 125 Tig ?

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If you're up on the Sunshine Coast any time, I'd be happy to give you a run.

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Originally Posted by team_v

With the H&R springs it should lower the center of gravity and thus make the car less top heavy.

I am also interested to hear about how the brakes are handling the upgraded engine specs.

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Brakes are GTI spec 312mm fronts which will handle the extra power with no issues at all. If you try to take it to a track I'd recommend a brake upgrade, but for daily driving with 190kw there should be no problems. If you really want more, upgrade the brake pads to EBC Reds or Greens. No other brake upgrades should be necessary ......

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Originally Posted by qsilverza

Sharkie, Whats the ride like with different suspension and wheels ? Is it top heavy ?

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My Tig is going in next week for its 1000km checkup, so only after that will the work on it start ..... no mods yet .....

the Tig, unlike most other SUVs, do not feel top heavy at all even in std form. It drives pretty much like a car ... :bowdown:

I'd be very surprised if you had any brake issues with the chip. I find the stock brakes quite phenomenol :)

I would never call the Tig top heavy, even with the stock suspension it felt very planted. With the H&Rs even more so.

P.S. Welcome back from the dark side John :D

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Originally Posted by Pullstarter

I'd be very surprised if you had any brake issues with the chip. I find the stock brakes quite phenomenol :)

I would never call the Tig top heavy, even with the stock suspension it felt very planted. With the H&Rs even more so.

P.S. Welcome back from the dark side John :D

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Thanks mate. Just ordered the springs from Dave, so all's good to go :banana:

I was telling someboy about how I was planning to fit H&R or Eibach lowering springs and they mentioned to watch out for voiding the VW factory warranty. I didn't think it was an issue, is it ??