Silverback 0 Posted March 11, 2008 Report Share Posted March 11, 2008 Wondering if anyone can help me.. I've got a mk3 vr6-t thats running on standard management.. I'd like to go have it remapped but got quoted 2500 from stealth for an ecu and mapping.. Anyone know of any cheaper options? Also anyone know anywhere in the midlands for cheap dyno runs? Cheers Link to post Share on other sites
Bobtrude 0 Posted March 11, 2008 Report Share Posted March 11, 2008 I have one question!: Are u running with turbo chip? Sounds like you are running on stock vr6 management. That you shouldnt do! 2500 sounds like ALOT.Better off driving to Holland at the www.vr6specialist.com and get them to fix it. Almost cheaper. What turbokit/ turbo setup do you have? Link to post Share on other sites
pops 1 Posted March 11, 2008 Report Share Posted March 11, 2008 so you`ve been to stealth and storm, both quoting loads of dosh for a stand alone ecu, there loads of other ecu`s mbe , haltech, seems like the way your going but they are expensive, as you`ve found out but don`t forget the OEM seems like C2 and EIP have that area pretty much sorted from wot i`ve read, Link to post Share on other sites
Silverback 0 Posted March 11, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2008 I did actually say its running on standard management and i'm hoping to sort that next... Only running 10psi boost so its pretty low.. Just needs setting up properly.. Storm mapped it a while ago.. Its had a few new things since so looking to remap it again but the stock ecu won't really cope with it, though saying that there's alot of things it needs like a 6 speed and lsd lol Link to post Share on other sites
VR6Will 0 Posted March 12, 2008 Report Share Posted March 12, 2008 is it obd1 or obd2?I'll be going to c2 for all my ecu needs, heard great stuff over on vortex about them, and a few very happy people over here too! Link to post Share on other sites
Silverback 0 Posted March 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2008 Later style obd1 with coilpack Link to post Share on other sites
FishWick 21 Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 See if C2 have a good OBD1 map you can try. There's a C2 UK chap on this very forum.Alternatively, if you're good with wiring and understand engine mapping, you can buy a second hand DTA P8 Pro for about £400 and I can send you half a dozen maps to try. Link to post Share on other sites
andrew mouganie 0 Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 try a megasquirt or emerald m3d, they are very good management esp the ms if ur on a budget should be able to get one fitted and tuned for about £1k Link to post Share on other sites
andrew mouganie 0 Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 try mtechautomotive, vey nice chap. I got a standalone with nitrous control, wideband, launch control, shift light and a few other things for just over 500 quid built and ready to install, u can get them in kit form for cheaper. Link to post Share on other sites
Silverback 0 Posted March 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 Is mtech in the uk? I spoke to c2 but i want a rolling road setup not a preconfigured map. I'd be well happy to have an emerald fitted and set up for 1k, any idea where? Gotta speak to midland vw l8r.. Hopefully jody will have an idea.. Thor performance gave me a good quote but they specialize in jap cars so not sure what they'd be able to do. Very grateful for everyone's advice.. Keep it coming Link to post Share on other sites
andrew mouganie 0 Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 well i get mine from mtech, just google them, they are in the uk and provide ready built ms systems, the m3d is good but it gets pricey with the options. Mtech give u a base map and then u can get it to a rolling road to be fine tuned. I dont have access to a rr here so i just annoy the hell out of my mates and make them drive me around for hours. Link to post Share on other sites
andrew mouganie 0 Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 mtech 07891328829, assuming u have a laptop and a little time/interest i would give mapping a go. Its in 12x12 format so its not that difficult just takes time for it to be perfect. This way as well u can use the stand alone to its full potential. As it has switchable maps, u could get one done on a rolling road and play with the other urself Link to post Share on other sites
Silverback 0 Posted March 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 Interesting.. Just not sure which one to go for.. Been given a good quote for a link ecu, they've got good reviews just still in 2 minds Link to post Share on other sites
ytzvrt 0 Posted April 7, 2008 Report Share Posted April 7, 2008 Im having the same issue.I have an obd1 coil, and want 400 horses. but am limited to c2's version turbo chip for 350 hp. Unless I get my ecu re-mapped, I can't achieve it unless I go standalone. Link to post Share on other sites
FishWick 21 Posted April 8, 2008 Report Share Posted April 8, 2008 Or you could consider converting to OBD2? If you do the work yourself, it's a lot cheaper than a [good] standalone and then you'll be able to use C2's 42lb code, and then later on the 63lb if you want more oomph.I did that myself when I had a supercharger and whilst it is a lot better than OBD1, I still prefer using a standalone, but that's just my preference. Link to post Share on other sites
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