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Old 12-12-2001, 01:04 PM
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Which has better performance, neuspeed or apr chip?
Old 12-12-2001, 01:19 PM
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APR vs. Neuspeed chip, which is better?
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Default APR uses a 1.0 bar chip and Neuspeed, .8 bar last i checked.

So APR is going to have more HP.
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Will .8 be better on reliability of engine or not have much effect?
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Neuspeed now offers a race chip that is 1.0 Bar. I have it in my car. it's been pretty good.
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Neuspeed is a lot cheaper...
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Default A little of both...

If you're not pushing as much boost through the turbo...aka .8 bar instead of 1.0 bar...you're not going to put as much stress on the engine.
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How much HP does it claim & how much does it cost?
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I believe it's 47HP increase from stock, I paid $190 for it.
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I called Neuspeed yesteday and they claim 53hp/65lbs for the S4 for $349


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