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ibiza1910 Guest
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30-10-2004, 20:25 Subject: PD Tuning: Box & 10c Optimization |
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Sure, here's the translation:
'I know this topic has been discussed a thousand times, but I'd like to make my 1.4 TDI PD engine a bit faster. Unfortunately, a simple '10-cent' tuning solution isn't available. I'm curious to know what the risks are with cheap tuning boxes. The engine should be able to handle the extra power. Is the main problem really the diesel temperature?'
If so, is there no way to permanently cool the fuel line?
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ulf Profi-Schrauber

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30-10-2004, 21:56 Subject: PD Tuning: Optimizing Performance and Efficiency |
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ibiza1910 wrote: | | I would like to make my 1.4 TDI PD a bit faster. Unfortunately, a simple "10 cent tuning" is not possible. |
Why not? -> 10c-Fachartikel also has something for PDs (people with Parkinson's disease). However, it has somewhat worse side effects than with VPs (people with Parkinson's disease).
Quote: | | Is the main problem really the diesel temperature? |
Where did you hear that?
Quote: | | If so, is there no way to permanently cool the fuel line? |
PDs all have a fuel cooler  . Gruß Ulf
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ibiza1910 Guest
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30-10-2004, 22:05 Subject: PD Tuning: Box & 10c Optimization |
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However, with some nastier side effects than with VPs...
Which one?
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ulf Profi-Schrauber

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30-10-2004, 22:11 Subject: PD Tuning: Box & 10c Optimization |
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ibiza1910 wrote: | However, with somewhat worse side effects than with VPs...
Which? |
/viewtopic.php?t=3208, section about PDs. Gruß Ulf
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Manuel Thomas Guest
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30-10-2004, 22:15 Subject: PD Tuning: Box & 10c Optimization |
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'Isn't there just a resistor inside those eBay tuning boxes?'
Regards,
Manuel.
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turgumu Guest
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01-11-2004, 16:56 Subject: "It didn't work for me either" |
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Hello,
Increasing the boost pressure with a 10-cent piece didn't work for me, even though I followed the instructions described in this forum.
Could it be that it might not work with older engine control units (ECUs)? (Volkswagen, year of manufacture 1996, model 1Z)
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ibiza1910 Guest
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01-11-2004, 17:57 Subject: PD Tuning: Box & 10c Optimization |
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'Isn't there just a resistor inside those so-called 'tuning boxes'?'
Regards,
Manuel.
'Before I start making something myself, I'd rather just use this one.'
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Jan6K

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01-11-2004, 18:26 Subject: PD Tuning: Box & 10c Optimization |
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Hi,
Do you prefer to rely on the sloppy work of others, rather than building something yourself, even if you know what's inside and that it's done properly?
Furthermore, the price of several euros for a resistor and two connectors, one of which only serves as a "dummy plug," is quite excessive.
What all of these solutions have in common is that you are not allowed to use them in road traffic.
Best regards,
Jan. 1Z5 CFHF  / AHB H4D 
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01-11-2004, 18:52 Subject: Not Working? Troubleshooting Tips & Solutions |
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turgumu wrote: | Hello,
Increasing the boost pressure with a 10-cent piece didn't work for me, even though I followed the instructions described in this forum.
Could it be that it might not work with older ECUs? (VW, year of manufacture 1996, model 1Z) |
Then it was probably the wrong resistor... it's not good if you don't know what you changed.
If I were in your position, I would reinstall the original part and either try to understand the circuit in the control unit or have a chip installed.
Best regards, Rainer.
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ibiza1910 Guest
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02-11-2004, 8:02 Subject: PD Tuning: Box & 10c Optimization |
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Hi,
Do you prefer to rely on the sloppy work of others, rather than building something yourself, something you at least know what's inside and that's done properly?
Furthermore, the price of several euros for a resistor and two plugs, one of which only serves as a 'dummy plug,' is quite excessive.
Best regards,
Jan
You're absolutely right about that. Where can I find the right connectors for it?
Is this available as a spare part from a VW dealer?
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