CliffyQuattro

I am very close to chipping my 2.0 A4, but have a concern about two things: 1) voiding my warranty, and 2) engine longevity.

Do we know what negative effects, if any, there would be to the long-term health of my engine? In other words, if I chip it, should I expect my engine lifespan to decrease? ...increased maintenance?

Is everyone happy with the flash back feature of APR/GIAC? Any issues with flashing/toggling it back to stock before scheduled maintenance?

Suggestions/tips appreciated!

GMCountry

I think it comes down to how well do you take car of your cars. If you change the oil regularly and have it serviced and don't beat it up, you're car will be fine. These engines can withstand an extra 50hp, no question, but often it's an owner that does the most damage on a car. I do not suggest you chip if you have an auto, however. Transmissions don't like a lot more power than what they're designed for. I still haven't picked up my 2.0T, but I will be chipping it as soon as i put a few thousand miles on it. Besides, you can always revert back to the normal settings with APR and your dealer prob won't know you're chipped!

evanskies

Your dealer DEFINATELY wont know your chipped...its been proven not by me though :/

maaliish

your dealer DEFINATELY will know if you're chipped. That is if they really want to find out.

CBerten

Do I chip my cars?
But of course

Just be prepared to pay if ya wanna play

maaliish

warranty is not voided and decreased engine life is debatable

a4fever

someone always has to keep beating this poor horse

CliffyQuattro

Thanks for the opinions, my friends. I guess it comes down to a little poker action. Roll the dice...

MOOG TECH

A candle lit at both ends burns twice as bright for half as long

trifona

You will wear down all the misc turbo/vacuum hoses while chipped. You will also put additional torque stress on your tranny & clutch.