What kind of problems should I expect when chipping?

Re: What kind of problems should I expect when chipping? (t-dawg)

You should expect the DV to fail. Other than that, given proper maintenance (premium gas, synthetic oil, proper cool down times), you shouldn't expect any failures due to chipping. To say it another way, other failures may happen, but they probably won't be due to the chip.
-Nick

Re: What kind of problems should I expect when chipping? (Green-Golf)

a permanent smile from ear to ear...and maybe some speeding tickets if you are not careful

Re: What kind of problems should I expect when chipping? (t-dawg)

Also forgot to add, increased tire wear, and a marked increase in scowling honda boyz contemplating your tail lights.
-Nick

Re: What kind of problems should I expect when chipping? (GTI 20v)

during every full moon you'll look like the wolf man after midnight; other than that, no problems

Re: What kind of problems should I expect when chipping? (t-dawg)

Many guys are frying clutches at 20,000 miles. ANd a replacement or aftermarket clutch IS NOT cheap. Keep it in mind!

Re: What kind of problems should I expect when chipping? (VarLordahl)

not 20,000miles its 40,000 miles but those peopel all drag race at the track etc

Re: What kind of problems should I expect when chipping? (donmoses)

NOT true. I've seen TONS of posts about chipped 1.8ts killing clutches at 20,000 miles. THere was one guy went through one in 15,000 miles who just recently posted. From what I understand, a clutch lasts about 25,000 miles after it is chipped. i.e. If you chip at 10,000 miles, and you drive fairly hard, you'll be replacing your clutch well before 40,000 miles.

Re: What kind of problems should I expect when chipping? (VarLordahl)

ALSO, don't forget that a chipped 1.8t puts down like 230lbs of torque. That is a HUGE jump over the stock 155lbs on the older 1.8ts. It just kills the clutch like it were sand paper.

Re: What kind of problems should I expect when chipping? (MRP2001GTi)

Easy on the tough feelings everyone.
Patrick

Re: What kind of problems should I expect when chipping? (One Dub Nut)

Apologies but guaranteeing someone they will burn up a clutch is just serious misinformation.

Re: What kind of problems should I expect when chipping? (MRP2001GTi)

No, I am not. I love my VR6. I'm just telling you my experience from talking with people who own 1.8ts, people on here with 1.8ts, and owners of shops who have rebuilt clutches on 1.8ts with low mileage. I will admit that if driven properly, almost any clutch will last forever.