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Old 24th July 2012, 07:12   #1
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engine remapping or mod chips for a 1.8t, im guessing remapping is better? thoughts please, is there any recommend companies is Suffolk/top essex area for remapping? I would possibly like to do it myself if possible so I can revert back to original mapping if I feel the need or want to keep the car standard, Can the remapping be done by myself if I get the new files and the correct cables? Where can I get the files and cable?

I understand the possible damage but I like the idea some of the remappers claims of a smooth, more power, slightly more mpg and faster throttle responce, I know they are only claims hence this thread. That's is if they are noticeable? - if you've had it done can you comment on it worth?

Thank all

sorry if this is a duplicating another thread.

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Old 24th July 2012, 08:16   #2
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I had mine done by East Coast Racing I dont know of they are still going
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Old 24th July 2012, 11:35   #3
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I had mine done by East Coast Racing I dont know of they are still going
ok thanks, i have seen them on the web, would you mind elaberating and let me know what you think of their work, did you get much from it, is it a noticable improvement?
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I have found east coast tuning, but can not find east coast racing on the web yet.
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Or you could see myself or marinabrian who will be able to do that for you, will cost you a lot less than £200 too

The upgrade from the Rover 18T tune to the MGZT 18T tune will give you 10PS (approx 8 BHP)

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Russ added ECU Tune to my previous car,the extra power and torque were very noticeable..Well worth it in my opinion.
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Old 24th July 2012, 18:44   #7
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Or you could see myself or marinabrian who will be able to do that for you, will cost you a lot less than £200 too

The upgrade from the Rover 18T tune to the MGZT 18T tune will give you 10PS (approx 8 BHP)

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Can I ask where you and marinabrian are located? Do you use files from standard mgzt's? Can I ask what software/cables you use? Could it be something i can do. I've read the cides etc before when I had misfire faults, i realise ill need a new cable!
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engine remapping or mod chips for a 1.8t, im guessing remapping is better? thoughts please, is there any recommend companies is Suffolk/top essex area for remapping? I would possibly like to do it myself if possible so I can revert back to original mapping if I feel the need or want to keep the car standard, Can the remapping be done by myself if I get the new files and the correct cables? Where can I get the files and cable?

I understand the possible damage but I like the idea some of the remappers claims of a smooth, more power, slightly more mpg and faster throttle responce, I know they are only claims hence this thread. That's is if they are noticeable? - if you've had it done can you comment on it worth?

Thank all

sorry if this is a duplicating another thread.

I had my TF done by . . .

http://www.zandf-tuning.co.uk/

Yes, more power (approx 8 bhp) but the noticeable difference was smother rev range, throttle response etc. Overtaking is a breeze Best £200 I ever spent on a car.
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Old 24th July 2012, 11:32   #9
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I had my TF done by . . .

http://www.zandf-tuning.co.uk/

Yes, more power (approx 8 bhp) but the noticeable difference was smother rev range, throttle response etc. Overtaking is a breeze Best £200 I ever spent on a car.
ok cheers. i did have a look, but there a little wayout, unless they can email files etc?? worth thinking.

has anyone done the upgrade themselves after getting the files? if so how...
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Old 2nd August 2012, 13:08   #10
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Yes, more power (approx 8 bhp) but the noticeable difference was smother rev range, throttle response etc. Overtaking is a breeze Best £200 I ever spent on a car.
Im no expert but that, from what i've read about remapping, seems a pretty poor return for a remap on a turbocharged engine, would have expected at least a 10-15% increse in power, or about 16-25 bhp.
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