Chip a New Jetta?

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1.8Dub

Discussion Starter · Nov 26, 2001

Wondering how many peeps would risk denial of warranty for the speed.

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Re: Chip a New Jetta? (evanb)

I must & will probably be the only one in here having this opinion : I am/will be doing suspension (H&R Coilovers) before chip. I will also be adding an intake (Neuspeed intake not CAI) and downpipe. I have wheels + catback right now, but after much consideration, I want to learn how to walk before I can run. Now this is contraversial in this forum, but it's my humble opinion

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skills

· #3 · Nov 26, 2001

Re: Chip a New Jetta? (evanb)

Ask the dealer. My dealer said no problem as long as it does not interfer with diagnostic work. You can also get the swich back option which I have. 2001 GIAC on my VR6. 2 months of flawless performance. Airbag light came on before chip side air bag fault repaired by dealer; and after (steering wheel air bag) mod dealer repaired under warranty no problem. If your not comfortable don't do it. The 1.8T is another animal all together. Huge HP gains on the turbo. Good luck.

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betta jetta

· #4 · Nov 26, 2001

Re: Chip a New Jetta? (evanb)

I would say go in for service one more time, and then chip your car. http://****************.com/smile/emthup.gif

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hugemikeyd

· #5 · Nov 26, 2001

Re: Chip a New Jetta? (betta jetta)

seriously, wait like 5000 miles. That seems to be the number that i have been seeing the most, that's why i am waiting. Hey what kind of chip are you looking at anyways? Some push your turbo more than others so if longevity isn't a concern i would got like APR but if you are like me and like money and longevity go with UPSolute, that seems to be the best for your buck. One more thing, you need a new suspension. The body roll on a stock 2002 Jetta seems a bit uncomfortable for me to have a chip. The wheels should be wider also to increase grip. THat's what i think

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anthoughknee

· #6 · Nov 26, 2001

Re: Chip a New Jetta? (evanb)

I think of it this way. If you have ANY concerns what-so-ever about you voiding the warranty, then you shouldn't chip it. Simply, if you have to think about it, don't do it. That's the way I think, a lot of people may not agree with me, but hey, everyone is entitled to their own opinion. BTW, I chipped at about 15k.

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1.8Dub

Discussion Starter · #7 · Nov 26, 2001

Re: Chip a New Jetta? (hugemikeyd)

Was going for the APR chip.

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X-HondaDude

· #8 · Nov 26, 2001

Re: Chip a New Jetta? (Jetta_J)

I agree with you Jetta_J. I changed the suspension before chipping. IMHO the mushy stock suspenison can't even handle the stock power. I did not feel in control with all the bouncing at higher speeds, especially in emergency situations. Chipped just over 10k.

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Green-Golf

· #9 · Nov 26, 2001

Re: Chip a New Jetta? (Jetta_J)

quote:[HR][/HR]I must & will probably be the only one in here having this opinion : I am/will be doing suspension (H&R Coilovers) before chip. I will also be adding an intake (Neuspeed intake not CAI) and downpipe. I have wheels + catback right now, but after much consideration, I want to learn how to walk before I can run. Now this is contraversial in this forum, but it's my humble opinion

J-F[HR][/HR]

Good move. Improve the handling first. It doesn't void the warranty

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moclov

· #10 · Nov 26, 2001

Re: Chip a New Jetta? (Green-Golf)

I'll third, or fourth that. Do the suspension first. Won't void warranty (well, it will void your suspension warranty, but that is unlikely to be a big hassle for you), and will make the car handle much better.
Then do the chip.

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