mockim
01-30-2017, 10:38 PM
Finally had a chance to install Chipwerke tuning box on my 17 a7.
I ordered this a month ago, but had to return and get a new one because they shipped the module for C7 3.0 tfsi. Anyways Larry @ Chipwerke was great to work with and promptly answered all my questions.
So, all C7.5 3.0 owners looking to install this, this is the one you want, notice that this isn't the small yellow box in the photo on their website (I'm not sure if they updated this on their website, but if you simply choose the 333hp model you will get the wrong one just like me, so give Larry a call before making the purchase)
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/750/32243925270_aebd5c98a5_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/R8hxC3)20170130_170732 (https://flic.kr/p/R8hxC3) by Andrew Kim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/151030676@N07/), on Flickr
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/531/32623059345_a29245a93d_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RGMGYr)20170130_170738 (https://flic.kr/p/RGMGYr) by Andrew Kim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/151030676@N07/), on Flickr
Boost sensors are located here, pretty similar to the older model if anyone's wondering.
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/755/32453548946_370a983fd8_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RrNVrm)20170119_141633_Ink_LI (https://flic.kr/p/RrNVrm) by Andrew Kim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/151030676@N07/), on Flickr
Install took about ~5 min, then another ~5 laying out the wire so its somewhat neat and making sure its well away from any moving parts and areas that gets too hot.
Result- [Socal evening, dry 50 degrees, 91 oct gas, almost sea level]
Note that I did not dyno my car to get solid numbers or will I ever. This review is relying solely on my butt dyno. Oh, and I was a little scared before I turned on my car for the first time after install praying for no CEL. Everything checked out, no CEL [:)]
I knew I had to drive the car for few miles before feeling the difference, so I took a short trip to get some groceries and back, didn't really feel much.
After dinner, I hopped on the freeway and felt the difference immediately.
Low end (1.5k - 2.8k rpm) - not much difference, it would be a lie if I told you that i did.
Mid range (2.8k - 4.5k rpm) - It feels like the car is effortlessly moving through the rpm than before, I can feel that I'm picking up speed faster
Top (4.5k - 6.5k rpm) - This is where the most difference is IMO. I never really liked to rev my engine beyond 4.5k - 5k before, because the torque drop and fun ends. But it feels like torque stays on and acceleration is more linear.
I do hear more of the supercharger sound, which is a plus for me.
Overall, this product delivered exactly what I expected. I would recommend this to anyone that's not brave enough to get a flash tune.
I ordered this a month ago, but had to return and get a new one because they shipped the module for C7 3.0 tfsi. Anyways Larry @ Chipwerke was great to work with and promptly answered all my questions.
So, all C7.5 3.0 owners looking to install this, this is the one you want, notice that this isn't the small yellow box in the photo on their website (I'm not sure if they updated this on their website, but if you simply choose the 333hp model you will get the wrong one just like me, so give Larry a call before making the purchase)
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/750/32243925270_aebd5c98a5_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/R8hxC3)20170130_170732 (https://flic.kr/p/R8hxC3) by Andrew Kim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/151030676@N07/), on Flickr
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/531/32623059345_a29245a93d_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RGMGYr)20170130_170738 (https://flic.kr/p/RGMGYr) by Andrew Kim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/151030676@N07/), on Flickr
Boost sensors are located here, pretty similar to the older model if anyone's wondering.
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/755/32453548946_370a983fd8_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RrNVrm)20170119_141633_Ink_LI (https://flic.kr/p/RrNVrm) by Andrew Kim (https://www.flickr.com/photos/151030676@N07/), on Flickr
Install took about ~5 min, then another ~5 laying out the wire so its somewhat neat and making sure its well away from any moving parts and areas that gets too hot.
Result- [Socal evening, dry 50 degrees, 91 oct gas, almost sea level]
Note that I did not dyno my car to get solid numbers or will I ever. This review is relying solely on my butt dyno. Oh, and I was a little scared before I turned on my car for the first time after install praying for no CEL. Everything checked out, no CEL [:)]
I knew I had to drive the car for few miles before feeling the difference, so I took a short trip to get some groceries and back, didn't really feel much.
After dinner, I hopped on the freeway and felt the difference immediately.
Low end (1.5k - 2.8k rpm) - not much difference, it would be a lie if I told you that i did.
Mid range (2.8k - 4.5k rpm) - It feels like the car is effortlessly moving through the rpm than before, I can feel that I'm picking up speed faster
Top (4.5k - 6.5k rpm) - This is where the most difference is IMO. I never really liked to rev my engine beyond 4.5k - 5k before, because the torque drop and fun ends. But it feels like torque stays on and acceleration is more linear.
I do hear more of the supercharger sound, which is a plus for me.
Overall, this product delivered exactly what I expected. I would recommend this to anyone that's not brave enough to get a flash tune.