i want to go out and buy a new ecu and have it revo'd. this way when i have to take it in to service i can just pull out the chipping one and put the old one back it, my only problem is... will it work. will the car run weird from swapping ecu's all this time. I have heard of cars going into limp mode because of the same thing. thanks for the help guys
need a hand. revo
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i want to go out and buy a new ecu and have it revo'd. this way when i have to take it in to service i can just pull out the chipping one and put the old one back it, my only problem is... will it work. will the car run weird from swapping ecu's all this time. I have heard of cars going into limp mode because of the same thing. thanks for the help guys
Re: need a hand. revo (newmexicogti)
The Revo is undetectable by the dealer from what I was told, so it's not even necasary to do that, if you did want to have the option to return to stock software, buy the sps option with the Revo, it lets you select between programs on the fly.
The Revo is undetectable by the dealer from what I was told, so it's not even necasary to do that, if you did want to have the option to return to stock software, buy the sps option with the Revo, it lets you select between programs on the fly.
Re: need a hand. revo (vespam5)
It might be undetectable but.. if they have the feeling u have one and u blow your engine all they have to do is pull your ecu and check. If ya got money and u really want to go that wrought go for it. I am not sure of problems with swapping tho.
It might be undetectable but.. if they have the feeling u have one and u blow your engine all they have to do is pull your ecu and check. If ya got money and u really want to go that wrought go for it. I am not sure of problems with swapping tho.
Re: need a hand. revo (vespam5)
^^^ average brainwashed consumer
first, i don't care what anyone says about ANY software... it IS detectable if the dealer really really wants to find out, odds are they won't go that far unless you have a blown turbo or something
and the sps1 simply changes between the two programs, so the performance program is still there on the ecu no matter what
free bump b/c i'm currious about this too.... i know that every time you switch out the ecu's you will ahve to reprogram them w/ a VAG-com, but other than that i don't think there should be any issues
| Quote, originally posted by vespam5 » |
| The Revo is undetectable by the dealer from what I was told, so it's not even necasary to do that, if you did want to have the option to return to stock software, buy the sps option with the Revo, it lets you select between programs on the fly. |
^^^ average brainwashed consumer
first, i don't care what anyone says about ANY software... it IS detectable if the dealer really really wants to find out, odds are they won't go that far unless you have a blown turbo or something
and the sps1 simply changes between the two programs, so the performance program is still there on the ecu no matter what
free bump b/c i'm currious about this too.... i know that every time you switch out the ecu's you will ahve to reprogram them w/ a VAG-com, but other than that i don't think there should be any issues
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yeah cuz i dont want to take any risk if something goes wrong with the engine, just want them to fix it with as little hassle as possible. anyone know where i can pick up an ecu for cheaper then the dealer is selling them for.
Re: need a hand. revo (newmexicogti)
i'm 99 percent sure that spare ecus work on cars. i've seen them in the classified section for sale. just be sure that you get one with the same ecu code on it (kinda self-explanatory, but i might as well say it).
i'm 99 percent sure that spare ecus work on cars. i've seen them in the classified section for sale. just be sure that you get one with the same ecu code on it (kinda self-explanatory, but i might as well say it).
Re: need a hand. revo (flashback)
absolutely correct. The way the dealer can tell if your car is chipped is : When they plug in their Vag to your car, the dealership code is an invalid code. I witnessed this first hand at a dealer where a friend is a tech. DO NOT BELIEVE ANYBODY WHO SAYS THAT A CERTAIN CHIP IS UNDETECTABLE BY THE DEALER, THEY ARE NOT TELLING YOU THE TRUTH
so far youre 2 for 2 Flashback
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It would be a big hassle to have to switch out ECUs everytime. Especially considering how often the average VW has to go in for repair
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The chip will not void every warranty on your car. Example: Say your seat comes off the bracket (crazy, I know), the dealer cannot refuse warranty servicing of that item because you have modified your ecu.
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^^^ average brainwashed consumer |
absolutely correct. The way the dealer can tell if your car is chipped is : When they plug in their Vag to your car, the dealership code is an invalid code. I witnessed this first hand at a dealer where a friend is a tech. DO NOT BELIEVE ANYBODY WHO SAYS THAT A CERTAIN CHIP IS UNDETECTABLE BY THE DEALER, THEY ARE NOT TELLING YOU THE TRUTH
| Quote, originally posted by flashback » |
and the sps1 simply changes between the two programs, so the performance program is still there on the ecu no matter what |
so far youre 2 for 2 Flashback
| Quote, originally posted by flashback » |
free bump b/c i'm currious about this too.... i know that every time you switch out the ecu's you will ahve to reprogram them w/ a VAG-com, but other than that i don't think there should be any issues |
It would be a big hassle to have to switch out ECUs everytime. Especially considering how often the average VW has to go in for repair
PAY TO PLAY!
Re: need a hand. revo (Sully)
hehe thanks... and believe me... i did tons of research... and i'm not chipped and don't have plans to until my warranty is gone(sorta makesme wish i hadn't done the research)
i didn't know of the 'invalid' code thing, however even if that were to fail, they can simply remove the chip from the ecu, plug it into an interface to a comp, ping a few packets here and there and the response from a revo or apr chip is going to be very different from one that is just flat out stock and nothing else
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so far youre 2 for 2 Flashback
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hehe thanks... and believe me... i did tons of research... and i'm not chipped and don't have plans to until my warranty is gone(sorta makesme wish i hadn't done the research)
i didn't know of the 'invalid' code thing, however even if that were to fail, they can simply remove the chip from the ecu, plug it into an interface to a comp, ping a few packets here and there and the response from a revo or apr chip is going to be very different from one that is just flat out stock and nothing else
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Re: need a hand. revo (newmexicogti)
I just got REVO'd after doing my homework and becoming knowledgeable about the possible repercussions.
I can't speak for APR or others, but my REVO dealer said they would be happy to reflash the ECU to absolute stock (not just switch back to the stock program), for free. Whether this reflash is undetectable, perhaps Sully knows...
In any case, don't count on fooling anyone.
I just got REVO'd after doing my homework and becoming knowledgeable about the possible repercussions.
I can't speak for APR or others, but my REVO dealer said they would be happy to reflash the ECU to absolute stock (not just switch back to the stock program), for free. Whether this reflash is undetectable, perhaps Sully knows...
In any case, don't count on fooling anyone.
Re: need a hand. revo (CaptainMurphy)
i've always heard the revo dealers had the capability of doing this, glad to see some are offering this service, my 'local' one does....
and this doesn't mean the extra programs are useless.... going in for minor problems and such, and having th stock program engaged, they probably won't think twice to cover you under warranty, as i said before its going to be the larger more catastrophic problems that they will actually start digging arround for a modified ecu
| Quote, originally posted by CaptainMurphy » |
| I just got REVO'd after doing my homework and becoming knowledgeable about the possible repercussions. I can't speak for APR or others, but my REVO dealer said they would be happy to reflash the ECU to absolute stock (not just switch back to the stock program), for free. Whether this reflash is undetectable, perhaps Sully knows... In any case, don't count on fooling anyone. |
i've always heard the revo dealers had the capability of doing this, glad to see some are offering this service, my 'local' one does....
and this doesn't mean the extra programs are useless.... going in for minor problems and such, and having th stock program engaged, they probably won't think twice to cover you under warranty, as i said before its going to be the larger more catastrophic problems that they will actually start digging arround for a modified ecu
Re: need a hand. revo (flashback)
the bottom line is : if you're really worried about it, dont get chipped. afaik, the Revo stock mode is different from the Bosch stock mode, and the dealership code will still be an invalid dealer code
| Quote, originally posted by flashback » |
i've always heard the revo dealers had the capability of doing this, glad to see some are offering this service, my 'local' one does.... |
the bottom line is : if you're really worried about it, dont get chipped. afaik, the Revo stock mode is different from the Bosch stock mode, and the dealership code will still be an invalid dealer code
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