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Post29-07-2002, 8:35    Subject: TDI Tuning: ECU Replacement? Quote

Hi everyone,
I have a silly question. icon_question.gif
Isn't it reasonable to increase the power of a 90 HP TDI engine simply by replacing the engine control unit with that of a 110 HP TDI? icon_rolleyes.gif
Is something like that possible, or has anyone had experience with it?
What would be needed?
best regards, udo


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Post29-07-2002, 11:30    Subject: TDI Tuning: ECU Replacement? Quote

Hi,
Radio Yerevan...
Unfortunately, this principle doesn't work with the older 90 horsepower engines because the 1Z...
The Waste Gate turbocharger has, while the AFN already has a VTG turbocharger.
The newer models with 90 horsepower also have VTG turbochargers, so it might work (aside from the...).
(besides the other differences between the engines).
Sure:
What advantages does it offer compared to 'standard' chip tuning? It is not road legal.
(at least, I doubt that Bosch/VAG would grant approval) and also more expensive.
most other (TÜV-approved) modifications.


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Post04-08-2002, 23:54    Subject: Nozzles: What about them? Quote

Hi Rudi,

"As far as I know, even the new 90 models still have 'smaller' nozzles than the 110 model."
According to this, using a 110cc engine computer would disproportionately extend the fuel injection duration (at full load), or it might not inject the intended amount of fuel (although probably not to a critical extent).
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