This is a bit of a game changer. The 2.0T is underrated to start with. I've seen dyno pulls at about 270HP at the wheels. If this plug makes the extra 60HP it's in M2 territory with possibly AWD!
It might push 0-60 4.5 seconds being so light. Now someone has to figure out how to disable ESC.
I agree.. especially with disabling ESC.. or minimized its effects.. however I am starting to get used to its predictability.. very hard to slide the car
Patience my friends. I am personally waiting on American tuners. I would rather deal with a domestic tuner than a foreign tuner if any issues arise. We all can agree, we will see results with a simple ECU tune that's for sure. No bolt-ons required.
I'm pretty sure it works. I have a JB plug for a VW GTI and it makes a HUGE difference while basically keeping the warranty intact.
It's not a ECU tune. It's a sensor cheater. It intercepts the signals from the sensors faking for example less boost so that the ECU asks
for more. This is exactly what I would buy for a 2.0T.
very much agree, i've read some indifferent / some good reviews on this thing already. I'm on the 'too good to be true' fence at the moment. Would love someone else to be the test pilot Do like it doesn't mess with the warranty though / put in take out
I reached out to TDI via email and received this reply below. Who wants to be the first giunea pig!? Haha
"I have checked with marketing and unfortunately we have no videos of
anything for that model.
We can supply systems for the Giulai, below is an example of such a system.
Delivery to the USA is £34.99
The box for you would be our newly released CRTD4 Multi channel petrol
tuning system. This would take your vehicle from 276BHP to 339BHP and 400Nm
to 468Nm of torque. This system is currently on offer for £316.66
thanks for sharing. Yeah would love 'someone' to try it so we know either way My brother in the UK has heard of them, he thinks they have a varied reputation. Waiting on feedback from a tuner in CT that knows their stuff
According to TDI it works in all modes with peak performance obviously being in "D"
Also they have a 30 day money back guarantee .looks like I will be the guinea pig.. and then bring it to my buddy for a dyno run
HELP... just went to open my hood so I could remove the engine cover to take pics of the connector for TDI (they requested just to confirm the plug is the same as their euro model) HOOD RELEASE NOT WORKING!!
Does anyone have a pic or willing to provide one so I can forward in the interm until i get to dealer?
here's some feedback from a decent tuner in CT.. they haven't used these models yet but say they have customers asking about them/going to bring them in so a well informed opinion. Cant wait for the results!
I will start by saying that these types of boxes are typically just
signal modifiers. They block signals from the factory sensors in order
to trick the ECU to run more boost. They are just a glorified boost
controller. They will not optimize fuel, timing, and other parameters
which need to be changed in order for the car to run properly and safely
at higher power levels.
They are claiming 63hp and 68nm at the engine - I don't see these gains
to be unrealistic. The car would benefit in better ways with a proper
ECU calibration, though. Typically these boxes result in drivability
concerns and just not running as smooth as stock. I would also mention
that most companies are claiming peak gains meaning highest power gains
in the dyno graph - not necessarily the gains at maximum power RPM.
Unit does not work properly. I ensured all connections were secure, and power light on the box came on indicating number (4) map. however check engine light in the car as well as throttle sensor light came on and DNA switch was disabled. driving was in safe mode.
Sorry to hear that Giovanni! I would wait until Eurocompulsion finishes theirs, they are great guys and know what they're doing. I've purchased parts from them for my Abarth and their service and knowledge is top notch.
Giovanni, can you ask TDI-Tuning what is going on? They should be able to offer some initial debugging on this macroscopic issue. Unless there is a brick inside that box!
Their initial response as expected was questioning the install I have subsequently assured them that everything was done correctly two times waiting for further correspondence
Just found this thread. I am interested in the end results and the path along the way.
Keep in mind that this unit is what's called a "piggy-back". It modifies the signal from the ECU without doing any safety checking.
Me personally, I'm holding off for a ECU clone. Yes, it will cost more probably three times as much, but that will include some level of 'peace of mind'.
Giovanni, I really hope they sort this out and you're happy with this in the end. Thanks for blazing a new trail.
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