APR vs UNITRONIC
09-07-2016, 09:01 AM
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I appreciate it and hope this threat I started becomes more engaging with what people are doing with what tune. I'm mostly interested in Stage 1 tunes as opposed to heavy builds but all is welcome to know or understand long term reliability on the tunes. Essentially, I could just go on the VW GTI forums and read on there but was hoping to just read on Audi A3 forums. Glad you're enjoying the tune.
09-18-2016, 02:53 AM
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I had an APR Stage I ECU tune performed on my S3 in March 2015 and about 8 months later had the TCU tune performed by an APR rep as well. I am truly enjoying both tunes and not had a single issue to date. I've done some other mods myself like adding an APR CF intake and the oil catch can. Oh, and a new APR CF turbo inlet pipe. I spoke to my Audi service department prior to beginning any of this. Lots of customers want more power and get ECU tunes. The service techs know this. They don't discourage it and I was promised they would work around things as much as possible when I bring the car in for service. They did not state I would not have possible warranty issues if something broke but that was a chance I took on my own. But they would avoid setting off any TD1 flags unless absolutely necessary. Had my car 2 years now and only getting the regular services performed. Love my car and it's a blast to drive. I'm not familiar with Unitronics products but can vouch for APR at this time. Hope this helps.
09-19-2016, 03:56 AM
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Thanks Tino33! Saw that APR has the downpipe for the S3 now. Seems you are probably one of the first adapters of the downpipe and Stage 2. How much difference are you feeling? Assume the downpipe was the only mechanical work required for the Stage 2. I was thinking I was quite content with the Stage I tune but, dammit, now you have me re-reviewing the Stage 2! LOL. Might be something to look at for a springtime project.......
09-19-2016, 02:57 PM
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Thanks Tino33! Saw that APR has the downpipe for the S3 now. Seems you are probably one of the first adapters of the downpipe and Stage 2. How much difference are you feeling? Assume the downpipe was the only mechanical work required for the Stage 2. I was thinking I was quite content with the Stage I tune but, dammit, now you have me re-reviewing the Stage 2! LOL. Might be something to look at for a springtime project.......
Stage 2 is amazing. It pulls like a freight train now. It might just be me but the power doesn't seem to jumpy now. The down pipe makes the ar sound throaty as hell.
I would do it if I were you but I am never a good influence when it comes to dumping money into a car.
10-03-2016, 10:39 AM
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Tino33; sorry for the delayed response here. Thanks for the input! Just got off the phone with the APR rep for our area. Place called the Toy Barn. Placed an order for the downpipe and they will do the install and flash. Read the install required more work and skills than I possess and wanted to make sure a certified crew was going to do the work. The owner of the Toy Barn happens to own an S3 with a Stage 2 apparently. When he doesn't want to drive his Nissan GTR or Porsche GT3 or Ferrari 455. Yeah, makes my knees week too. LOL.
You've been instrumental in somehow reassuring me that Stage 2 is a solid and safe upgrade without being over the top. I look forward to experiencing the same pull soon. Once they get the downpipe ordered, I'll get an install appointment. Will relay the results once I can type again after they pry my hands from the steering wheel. May not want to let go.
You've been instrumental in somehow reassuring me that Stage 2 is a solid and safe upgrade without being over the top. I look forward to experiencing the same pull soon. Once they get the downpipe ordered, I'll get an install appointment. Will relay the results once I can type again after they pry my hands from the steering wheel. May not want to let go.
10-08-2016, 11:47 AM
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Tino33; sorry for the delayed response here. Thanks for the input! Just got off the phone with the APR rep for our area. Place called the Toy Barn. Placed an order for the downpipe and they will do the install and flash. Read the install required more work and skills than I possess and wanted to make sure a certified crew was going to do the work. The owner of the Toy Barn happens to own an S3 with a Stage 2 apparently. When he doesn't want to drive his Nissan GTR or Porsche GT3 or Ferrari 455. Yeah, makes my knees week too. LOL.
You've been instrumental in somehow reassuring me that Stage 2 is a solid and safe upgrade without being over the top. I look forward to experiencing the same pull soon. Once they get the downpipe ordered, I'll get an install appointment. Will relay the results once I can type again after they pry my hands from the steering wheel. May not want to let go.
You've been instrumental in somehow reassuring me that Stage 2 is a solid and safe upgrade without being over the top. I look forward to experiencing the same pull soon. Once they get the downpipe ordered, I'll get an install appointment. Will relay the results once I can type again after they pry my hands from the steering wheel. May not want to let go.