ECU Remapping

[a318t20v]

Hi. Does anyone know much about remapping? not so much about where to go but more how to DIY. Is it a skill you need to learn or are there software providers out there?
ive seen plenty on e-bay but i dont really trust remapping my car with a plug in that costs £10 :S

 

[macjessop]

Dont go there... you need expert tuition. Give my sponsor a call. He is Matt Thorne from Mtech Automotive in wiltshire. he will be glad to advise you on what to do next. tel 01373303033

 

[HDi fun]

Definitely do not attempt this yourself. It's a 'black art'. There are a number of questionable operators out there as well. Your A3 should go to around 200bhp comfortably with a well engineered map.

This will not bugger up the driveability or fuel economy if done correctly. Follow macjessop's advice or contact Celtic Tuning for a discussion of your wants and requirements.

 

[a318t20v]

Yeah im definetly going to go somewhere to get it done but at the same time id be very interested in learing the art. even just knowing more about the technical side of it all.

Is that celtic tuning up my way, im in glasgow?

Thanks again

 

[HDi fun]

No, they're about as far away as possible in North Cornwall. But they do have nationwide franchised operators. Worth a look at their website and make the call (Tony and Graham are exceptionally knowledgable).

Their preferred work is diesels but they also offer an equally excellent service for drivers and owners of petrol cars.

 

[pgarner]

there is celtic tuning trader in glasgow
also have a look towards revo and custom code - both of which have dealers in glasgow, as these are VAG specialists.

what age is the A3 <2001 your looking at around 185-190 post 01 around 205-210

thinking im going with custom code as the map is close to OEM in smoothness.
revo put on a more agresive low end which puts more strain on the clutch

 

[HDi fun]

"revo put on a more agresive low end which puts more strain on the clutch"

And on the final drive :-(

 

[pgarner]

not heard of it causing issues with the final drive more it eats the clutch and DMF in next to no time
however those who are wanting to drag the cars the Revo maps normally show better times but with the same power

 

[HDi fun]

Think about the torque multiplication in first gear. 300lbft at the flywheel becomes 1200lbft at the differential. That's got to load it up a bit