Micro chip Tuning

[nick2bates]

Hiya
I was looking around the internet and found a company called Micro-chip Tuning in Germany.
I thought that would be nice in my Cupra. Alittle more power!

Have any of you guys used or heard of them?

Thanks in advance

 

[RichardE0]

Iv never heard of them. What results are they claiming and what's the cost? I know I wouldn't be adding any unknown box or anything cheap to my car. I would stick to uk (where I presume you are?) so if the worst happened or needed support with a box then it's at your doorstep. DTUK have a good reputation. But you get what you pay for and its about as costly as a remap.

 

[Big-Pete]

go Apr.

 

[nick2bates]

The stats

Engine power Series value 132 kW / 180 PS Chiptuning 152 kW / 207 PS
Torque Series value 250 Nm Chiptuning 288 Nm

The performance data were determined using Super Plus (98 octane). The use of fuels with lower octane leads to lower engine performance.


Invisible mounting Easy assembly in minutes

Built in just a few seconds tailored connectors! The compact design makes the electronics invisible under the engine cover!

More power and torque Up to 20% more power and torque

The Micro-Chip Tuning is an all-digital tuning , which boosts power and torque of your engine by up to 20%.

Maximum engine safety Up to 15% less fuel consumption

The Micro-Chip Tuning uses the stored in the engine control unit maps and functions to adjust the injection quantity and ignition means faster performance.

Extremely resistant Up to 15% less fuel consumption

The electronics are fully encapsulated in epoxy resin . All components are designed for temperatures from -40 ° C to + 125 ° C. All connectors are waterproof and comply with the very high degree of protection IP68.

Motor warranty included 12 months engine warranty included

The maximum engine safety is paramount! The Micro-chip tuning you have therefore received with a one year warranty on engine , transmission and differential.

I have to say looks good on paper. There are some good write ups around the net.

 

[Ajmarker]

Its probably correct..

but at what cost?

You could get nearly 250 with a custom remap for just a little more

 

[nick2bates]

Price

Hiya
Its just over £200 delivered.
Looking at the vid on youtube, it takes minutes to fit. Can easily be removed back to stock to for servicing.
They are sold by the company who make them in Germany on Ebay. Item 131106951088.
I am so tempted, maybe worth a try.
I just wondered if anyone on here had tried one.
Good to hear all your comments.

 

[Ajmarker]

I tried a box tuning before i got the car remapped, the car did get extra hp.. but i highly suspect its not good for the engine..

a box basicly tricks the engine to supply more fuel.. but theres alot of other factors you need to considder, such as EGT, boost sensors, etc etc.

get a remap, it will get ALL settings in order, not just fuel pressure.

You will get higher boost pressure, more fuel, and everything will be in order.

I do not reccomend a box

 

[Ajmarker]

Specially not on a cupra, if i had some cheap old car i might.

I got 15 hp from the box who promised 37

I got 50 hp / 100 nm on a dyno with a remap

 

[nick2bates]

Revo

Thanks for feedback.
I think I might stick with getting Revo Remap instead.
As you say car is only 18 months old.

 

[Big-Pete]

Go APR.

its the only place id get it done.

 

[MjrSharpe]

Its probably correct..

but at what cost?

You could get nearly 250 with a custom remap for just a little more

I think 250 bhp with just a map is pushing it a bit. Most stage ones are around 200-210 bhp with stage two getting maybe 230 bhp or so with appropriate hardware.

 

[Ajmarker]

Not here in DK if stage one is only 200 hp id think its not worthwhile.

Youre right though, 250 is pushing it.. but somewhere around 220+ should be possible with a custom remap?

 

[MjrSharpe]

Not here in DK if stage one is only 200 hp id think its not worthwhile.

Youre right though, 250 is pushing it.. but somewhere around 220+ should be possible with a custom remap?

Yeah, I would say 220 or there abouts would be reasonable enough for a good map.

 

[Ajmarker]

Revo sounds like a good choise aswell as APR.. I know Revo make alot of effort to make sure the engine is not pushed to a harmful extent..