did a search, question about chipping automatic
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did a search, question about chipping automatic
ok, my roommate is getting a 2003 a4 1.8 avant with tip tonight with less than 15,000 miles on it. She's coming from a V8, and she's looking to add some more power to the 1.8. I know if she gets her ECU chipped she has to upgrade ther DV and that the tip chip reduces shift time to .2 seconds, but I need some clarity on other issues regarding chipping and auto.
1. Can an automatic handle the extra boost from the chip? I read a post that a torque converter blew once the chip was installed.
2. I also read that it's prudent to get a tip chip as well, what are the consequences if she only chips the ECU?
3. Finally, I read that there is a possible problem with the CEL when getting an ECU and tip chip. Aren't the 2003 a4's prone to electrical problems, is this something I should be worried about?
Thanks guyz appreciate the help.
1. Can an automatic handle the extra boost from the chip? I read a post that a torque converter blew once the chip was installed.
2. I also read that it's prudent to get a tip chip as well, what are the consequences if she only chips the ECU?
3. Finally, I read that there is a possible problem with the CEL when getting an ECU and tip chip. Aren't the 2003 a4's prone to electrical problems, is this something I should be worried about?
Thanks guyz appreciate the help.
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RE: did a search, question about chipping automatic
1. From a basic chip yes, she will be fine. If she wants to upgrade to a larger turbo, then she will want to think about Level10 upgrade for the tranny.
2. You do not need a tip chip at all. I have had 2 automatic chipped cars without the tip chip. It is nice to have, but not necessary if you have the ECU chip.
3. Never heard of this problem. But then I am no expert on the b6's.
2. You do not need a tip chip at all. I have had 2 automatic chipped cars without the tip chip. It is nice to have, but not necessary if you have the ECU chip.
3. Never heard of this problem. But then I am no expert on the b6's.
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RE: did a search, question about chipping automatic
Whoever says Audi's are prone to electrical problems doesn't really know them that well. We rarely see those kind of problems arise on the forums. I don't know why they have this stigma.
CEL after chipping/tip chip? Never heard of that one.
CEL after chipping/tip chip? Never heard of that one.
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RE: did a search, question about chipping automatic
The only reason you would want/need a tip chip is to reduce the lag between shifts. It is not necessary, but you may want it. reduces shift by ... .8? if so thats 5x.8 = 4 seconds in 5 gears... will hinder 0-60 times a little....
My suggestion ECU chip it ....
get the tip chip is you ever feel like it...
My suggestion ECU chip it ....
get the tip chip is you ever feel like it...
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RE: did a search, question about chipping automatic
It will not hinder 0-60 times. It will improve them.
ORIGINAL: InsaneHatter
The only reason you would want/need a tip chip is to reduce the lag between shifts. It is not necessary, but you may want it. reduces shift by ... .8? if so thats 5x.8 = 4 seconds in 5 gears... will hinder 0-60 times a little....
The only reason you would want/need a tip chip is to reduce the lag between shifts. It is not necessary, but you may want it. reduces shift by ... .8? if so thats 5x.8 = 4 seconds in 5 gears... will hinder 0-60 times a little....
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RE: did a search, question about chipping automatic
ORIGINAL: InsaneHatter
The only reason you would want/need a tip chip is to reduce the lag between shifts. It is not necessary, but you may want it. reduces shift by ... .8? if so thats 5x.8 = 4 seconds in 5 gears... will hinder 0-60 times a little....
The only reason you would want/need a tip chip is to reduce the lag between shifts. It is not necessary, but you may want it. reduces shift by ... .8? if so thats 5x.8 = 4 seconds in 5 gears... will hinder 0-60 times a little....