Installed my new TT225 injectors today and reflashed ECU to Stage 1+ 93
01-06-2006, 07:08 AM
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Re: The one thing I noticed about going to the next level...
Yes, as you and others have said, the Stage 1+ upgrade, compared to just the Stage 1, seems to produce a smoother rev band. I'm guessing that with just Stage 1, the stock injectors are probably operating near the edges of their efficiency, hence with addition of the larger injectors you move improve the fuel injection which, combined with the new software, results in a smoother rev band. I've also noticed that it's easier to correctly rev match the gears (revs are faster) prior to downshifting - this is a nice perk too!
01-06-2006, 07:44 AM
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Right now, I have a 2002 and it's *almost* ready for a timing belt change, let's discuss (m)
Very good question, let's discuss.
I got 88,000km so far and just got GIAC. I like to launch hard on first gear to make up for the turbo lag. I got beaten by too many Corollas, we all had that experience, right?
I wouldn't mind waiting 1 more year (or maybe 6 months) to change my timing belt, water pump, radiator and clutch at the same time.
If I upgrade to big injectors (FX) and I so happen to burn out my clutch now, I guess that would be two big engine repairs this year. That would be costly, just paying for the hourly shop rates.
I've read that a lot of people with big injectors have burnt out their clutch, and it wasn't from launching. My Audi service manager said that the clutch is very weak. I know...try going up a hill in reverse.
Why did Audi do this for a Quattro? Is it because it's more cost effective to fix a clutch rather than the transmission under warranty?
What's your opinion?
I got 88,000km so far and just got GIAC. I like to launch hard on first gear to make up for the turbo lag. I got beaten by too many Corollas, we all had that experience, right?
I wouldn't mind waiting 1 more year (or maybe 6 months) to change my timing belt, water pump, radiator and clutch at the same time.
If I upgrade to big injectors (FX) and I so happen to burn out my clutch now, I guess that would be two big engine repairs this year. That would be costly, just paying for the hourly shop rates.
I've read that a lot of people with big injectors have burnt out their clutch, and it wasn't from launching. My Audi service manager said that the clutch is very weak. I know...try going up a hill in reverse.
Why did Audi do this for a Quattro? Is it because it's more cost effective to fix a clutch rather than the transmission under warranty?
What's your opinion?
01-06-2006, 09:16 AM
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Re: Right now, I have a 2002 and it's *almost* ready for a timing belt change, let's discuss (m)
Well I'm not in the habit of launching this car, so knowing that, I suspect my clutch will last much longer than yours.
If you've got a couple of big jobs to do in the near future, then yes, it would definitely pay to do them all at once.
If you've got a couple of big jobs to do in the near future, then yes, it would definitely pay to do them all at once.
01-06-2006, 10:30 AM
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clutch w/ 1+
The driveline shutter around 3k rpm is definitely more pronounced with 1+. I'm trying not to drive it too hard since I don't want to pay for a new clutch install anytime soon (I have an OFE kit in the garage waiting for installation). I'm also due for new tires this month before state inspection so that will be a chunk of change. I'm planning to do the timing belt this summer as well (will probably wrench that one myself).
I'm going to take it easy this spring ... need cash for that new 32" flat screen tv!
p.w.
I'm going to take it easy this spring ... need cash for that new 32" flat screen tv!
p.w.