superchips

[Kearton]

Originally Posted by teamninja

Is there anyone with a 75 diesel who has used superchips to upgrade to 141 BHP and what is the outcome ??
hole in the wallet due to things wearing out or breaking
is that alot of noticeable BHP
would appreciate some feedback
thanks adrian

Hi Adrian,
I had this done a few years ago. Talking to several dealers beforehand I was told that Superchips are quite conservative with their claims. Also, since they publish detailed results, insurance companies are prepared to accept them at face value.
I was after more low down torque for more flexibility and better economy and explained this carefully to my broker and giving them the published details. The result was only a 10% loading.
The dealer I got to do it had a dyno., so I paid for a before & after test too. I also had an ITG freer flowing air filter added at the dame time.
(TIP: If you go this route & have a dyno run too, change your oil before hand.)

The results:
Before: My car had a bit more power than standard. (132 bhp vs 129).
Afterwards: It had 153bhp and was a lot more tractable - able to pull 30 mph in 5th even on a slight incline. the extra torque is noticeable form about 1500 rpm
Fuel consumption is about the same.

It is a bit smoky on full throttle from low speeds - but that this not something I tend to do.

IMO it could still do with some more torque between idle @ 800 rpm & 1500 rpm.

HTH

Regards,
Kearton

[teamninja]

Thanks kearton that's good to know there seems to be low down torque with them, I think I know where I going now. I don't want to much power just low down and spread out