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    034Motorsport Dynamic+ Tuning for B9 A4 2.0T is Now Available!

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    034Motorsport Dynamic+ Performance Tuning Software for the B9 Audi A4 equipped with the EA888 Gen 3 2.0T inline-four engine is designed to transform the driving experience of your vehicle! Flashed directly through your vehicle’s OBD-II port, 034Motorsport’s proprietary calibrations for the ECU safely and effectively increase the power output of the turbocharged inline-four in a refined manner. The result is a significant improvement in acceleration and throttle response without sacrificing driveability or reliability.

    Included at an extra cost is the Stage 1 Dynamic+ Performance TCU Software for B9 Audi A4 equipped with the DL382 G1 7-Speed DSG transmission to further enhance the shifting and acceleration of your DSG Equipped 2.0T! Flashed directly through your vehicle’s OBD-II port, 034Motorsport’s proprietary calibrations for the DL382 TCU safely and effectively optimize operation for Stage 1 & 1+ Dynamic+ Performance ECU Software. The result is a noticeable improvement in acceleration without sacrificing comfort or reliability.

    Stock: 264 HP / 279 TQ
    Stage 1 91: 307 HP / 348 TQ
    Stage 1 93: 334 HP / 370 TQ
    Stage 1+ E85: 357 HP / 396 TQ (Coming Soon!)

    034Motorsport B9/B9.5 Audi A4 EA888.3 2.0T Dynamic+ Performance ECU & DL382 DSG Transmission Tuning Bundle was developed entirely in-house on 034Motorsport's Development B9 A4. The calibrations were then refined on multiple enthusiast-owned beta tester cars around the world.

    Included at an extra cost is the Stage 1 Dynamic+ Performance TCU Software for B9 Audi A4 equipped with the DL382 G1 7-Speed DSG transmission to further enhance the shifting and acceleration of your DSG Equipped 2.0T! Flashed directly through your vehicle’s OBD-II port, 034Motorsport’s proprietary calibrations for the DL382 TCU safely and effectively optimize operation for Stage 1 & 1+ Dynamic+ Performance ECU Software. The result is a noticeable improvement in acceleration without sacrificing comfort or reliability

    034Motorsport Performance ECU Software can be safely utilized on vehicles with G1 or G2 DL382 transmissions to experience a significant bump in horsepower, without compromising the reliability and safety of your engine and transmission. 034Motorsport calibrators spent equivalent time developing on G1 and G2 DL382 TCUs to ensure all B9/B9.5 A4 owners are able to increase the power of the EA888.3 safely.

    034Motorsport Engineers develop special inhouse tools that allow us to access the firmware and maps inside the factory ECU, this level of engineering is required to prevent work-arounds and bandaids that many aftermarket companies resort to. 034Motorsport engineers and optimizes the ECU calibrations just like Volkswagen engineers would, but accessing the source of how the ECU controls the engine and making changes at the base level.

    This is the ONLY way 034Motorsport can ensure our calibrations meet our high standards for ultimate power with smooth drivability, perfect function, reliability and added functions and features even beyond what the factory programming can provide.

    G2 DL382 Transmission Support
    For vehicles with the second generation DL382 transmission, typically model year 2019/2020, 034Motorsport Calibrators accessed the base code of the ECU calibration to allow for the full torque output safely without the need of flashing your transmission tune. This calibration has been thoroughly tested on in-house and beta tester cars to ensure its effectiveness and reliability in all scenarios. This is available for all G2 DL382 equipped vehicles and is already integrated into the ECU tune - meaning no extra work is needed when going to flash your vehicle.

    Dynamic+ ECU Features:
    Thermal Management Safety Strategies:
    With increased power, comes increased heat. With increased heat, comes the need for additional management. For charge air temperature, 034Motorsport has implemented key safety features to keep your engine running optimally and safely in virtually any condition - just like the OEM calibration. Substantial effort was spent on balancing the trade off of charge temp for power, and improving the compressor efficiency so that it doesn't generate too much charge temp.

    Charge Air Temp: When the charge temp exceeds 80*C there is a reduction in power output. When the charge temp exceeds 85*C there is a more significant reduction in power output. This charge temp limitation is there to prevent knock events, which can severely damage a motor. With these safety measures in place, you can confidently drive your car, from the top of Pikes Peak to Death Valley, knowing the factory ECU has optimal performance and safety covered..

    Coolant Temp/Fan Strategy: From the factory, Volkswagen likes to run hotter water temps to reduce fluid friction losses from cooler, more viscous oil. While better for efficiency, this strategy becomes a safety issue when loads and heat are increased. 034Motorsport calibrators have rescaled the coolant temperature targets and fan control strategies to target lower coolant temperatures when in higher heat conditions, allowing the car to run within a safe heat range rescaled for the added heat that comes from tuning the engine. Once again, this means that 034Motorsport calibrators have kept your confidence in safety fully intact from the OEM configuration.

    Start/Stop Button Memory:
    Dynamic+ Tuning for the EA888.3 2.0T retains the Start/Stop engine functionality, but allows users to set the memory for the system based on preference. If you do not want the Start/Stop system to run, turn it off via the in-cabin button and the car will store that selection even after key cycling the car. If you would like it to stay on, select it to be on via the in-cabin button. This is done in a completely OEM fashion, helping enhance the overall experience of driving your car!

    Free Revving in Neutral and Park:
    The rev-limiter is now removed while in Neutral and Park. Impress friends and annoy those around you with limitless ease!

    Accurate Boost Reporting:
    For vehicles equipped with the digital boost gauge, your vehicle will now accurately scale boost levels!

    Optimized for Manual & DSG Equipped Vehicles!
    034Motorsport calibrators spent equal time refining the ECU calibrations on DL382 G1 & G2 and 6-speed manual transmission equipped for optimized performance and smooth drivability without compromising the reliability and safety of your engine and transmission.

    Dynamic+ TCU Features:
    Stage 1 TCU Tune:
    Note: The 034Motorsport Stage 1 TCU Tune is available for G1 DL382 equipped vehicles only. G1 DL382 Transmissions are found in 2018-Early 2019 build-date vehicles.

    Torque Safety Strategy Enhancements: The Dynamic+ ECU Tuning accurately reports torque values to the TCU to ensure that all safety systems are intact in both control units, and the added torque from tuning is properly adjusted for when driving/shifting, including all safety systems designed to protect the engine and transmission. This results in better shift quality as the transmission is not having to reduce engine torque or having to adapt to misreported inputs.

    Clutch Pressure Increases: In order to safely apply the increased horsepower and torque, DSG Clutch Pressures are increased in all drive modes. Expect to feel firmer and more solid shifts!

    Optimized Shift Points: In order to take advantage of the increased powerband from the turbocharger, Dynamic+ Tuning optimizes the shift points in Drive & Sport Mode to maximize acceleration while retaining smooth drivability.

    Improved Shift Speeds: To further enhance the acceleration of your Audi, the DL382 shift times are dramatically decreased in all driving modes, which ultimately results in quicker acceleration.

    Launch Control Optimizations: From the factory, the DL382 launch control strategies used are very neutered and designed for a vehicle on a non-optimal surface with low-grip tires. 034Motorsport Engineers have optimized the launch by raising the factory RPM stall to take advantage of a better surface and a grippier tire. This ensures that your vehicle will 60ft much more effectively and efficiently, bringing down your 0-60 and 1/4mi times!

    Kickdown Switch Disabled in Manual Mode: When in Manual mode, you no longer need to worry about accidentally pushing through the kickdown switch on the throttle pedal!

    Gear Display in Instrument Cluster: From the factory, the instrument cluster only displayed "D" or "S" when in Drive or Sport. Now, your instrument cluster will let you know what transmission mode you are in, as well as the gear!

    034Motorsport B9 Audi A4 EA888 Gen 3 2.0T Stage Descriptions:
    Stage 1

    034Motorsport Stage 1 Performance Software for the EA888 Gen 3 2.0T engine running pump gas is engineered to safely increase the horsepower and torque with no additional hardware required.

    In addition to power improvements, 034Motorsport's engineers spent a significant amount of time refining the throttle mapping in order to provide improved throttle response and allow for more precise throttle modulation and further control of the vehicle when driving on track. Due to the limitations of the stock turbocharger on the EA888 Gen 3, the rev limiter was not adjusted.

    034Motorsport EA888 Gen 3 2.0T Performance Software is flashed via the factory OBD-II port, and does not require any physical modification of the factory ECU. Stage 1 is available in 91 Octane and 93 Octane. ALL FILES ARE US (MON+RON) RATING, ROW OCTANE RATINGS MAY DIFFER. IF YOU ARE A UK/ROW CUSTOMER, PLEASE EMAIL [email protected] FOR ASSISTANCE ON FUEL MAP SELECTION.

    034Motorsport B9 Audi A4 DL382 G1 TCU Stage Descriptions:
    Stage 1

    The 034Motorsport Stage 1 Transmission Performance Tuning Software for the DL382 G1 is designed to further improve the drivability and performance of your Dynamic+ Tuned 2.0T Audi. Dynamic+ Stage 1 TCU Software can be used with our Stage 1 OR upcoming Stage 1+ ECU software. 034Motorsport Stage 1 TCU Tuning further improves shifting performance and increases shift speeds in both Drive and Sport mode to best suit on-road and high-performance driving. Dynamic+ Tuning also improves the launch control strategy to ensure you have the most optimal launch possible.




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    I thought I’d never see the day!!

    Just in time to make life difficult as I was just about to pull the trigger on another.

    The real question is how much support will be given later down the line?

    Is the stage 1 advertised numbers with any modifications? Or was this car dyno’d absolutely bone stock?
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    Quote Originally Posted by AudiSportDre View Post
    I thought I’d never see the day!!

    Just in time to make life difficult as I was just about to pull the trigger on another.

    The real question is how much support will be given later down the line?

    Is the stage 1 advertised numbers with any modifications? Or was this car dyno’d absolutely bone stock?
    Stage 1+ E85 is right around the corner, with Stage 2, Stage 3, and Port Injection/Flex Fuel all on the horizon, with even more additional features. It may have taken a while to release, but we have a lot planned to support the 2.0Ts.

    Stage 1 dyno figures are all recorded with a completely stock car. Adding the recommended hardware listed on the product page will only improve overall performance over those figures.

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    A question we've been getting asked about the new 034Motorsport Stage 1 ECU and TCU tuning is "How fast is it in the real world?" Seeing real world performance beyond dyno figures is always a great way to measure the performance gains.

    Check out the gains as measured on our in-house bone-stock A4 with our newly released Stage 1 93 Octane file, and our upcoming Stage 1+ E85 file (free for all existing tune owners when released).

    Stage 1 ECU and TCU are available now at 10% off, with our 25% switching discount available to anyone coming from a different tune to our files. All purchases are covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee, where you can try our files and if not 100% satisfied, receive a full refund no questions asked.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 034Motorsport View Post
    Stage 1+ E85 is right around the corner, with Stage 2, Stage 3, and Port Injection/Flex Fuel all on the horizon, with even more additional features. It may have taken a while to release, but we have a lot planned to support the 2.0Ts.

    Stage 1 dyno figures are all recorded with a completely stock car. Adding the recommended hardware listed on the product page will only improve overall performance over those figures.

    -Nick@034
    Stage 3 I assume is going to be a turbo upgrade kit of some sort?
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    Sounds impressive and looks like 034 has managed to resolve transmission hiccup issues that affected many users of your competitors' tunes.

    I have a couple of questions though:

    For vehicles with the second generation DL382 transmission, typically model year 2019/2020, 034Motorsport Calibrators accessed the base code of the ECU calibration to allow for the full torque output safely without the need of flashing your transmission tune.
    Does this mean that for DL382 Gen 1 transmission it's required to have your TCU tune done on top of the ECU one, otherwise it's high torque output (WELL above 295 ft/lb limit) will cause clutches to slip because with the ECU reprogramming you can't really increase clamping forces to prevent slippage, something only TCU software deals with, right?

    Torque Safety Strategy Enhancements: The Dynamic+ ECU Tuning accurately reports torque values to the TCU to ensure that all safety systems are intact in both control units, and the added torque from tuning is properly adjusted for when driving/shifting, including all safety systems designed to protect the engine and transmission. This results in better shift quality as the transmission is not having to reduce engine torque or having to adapt to misreported inputs.
    Can you please elaborate a little more on this: "the added torque from tuning is properly adjusted for when driving/shifting". The way I understand the process, as a result of the ECU tune, the engine is now producing 370+ lb/ft while the transmission is rated at 295 lb/ft. So if the transmission "is not having to reduce engine output or having to adapt to misreported inputs", means you have managed to tell TCU that the 370 ft/lb is a new acceptable TQ limit and all other related TCU parameters get adjusted to it?

    Then if that's correct, I assume that there is a high level of confidence in strength & reliability of DL382 clutches to handle that extra torque & extra clamping forces long term, even with less clutch plates than those of DL382+ (designed for 3.0t and 500 Nm TQ rating)?

    A lot of people are very curious about this.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Spawne32 View Post
    Stage 3 I assume is going to be a turbo upgrade kit of some sort?
    Yes, Stage 3 will be an upgraded turbo kit. Initially the TTE440L, with other kits being explored as well.

    Quote Originally Posted by djapeA4 View Post
    Sounds impressive and looks like 034 has managed to resolve transmission hiccup issues that affected many users of your competitors' tunes.

    I have a couple of questions though:



    Does this mean that for DL382 Gen 1 transmission it's required to have your TCU tune done on top of the ECU one, otherwise it's high torque output (WELL above 295 ft/lb limit) will cause clutches to slip because with the ECU reprogramming you can't really increase clamping forces to prevent slippage, something only TCU software deals with, right?
    It is not required to have the TCU tuning to receive full torque output with our A4 software, however the TCU tuning does further optimize clamping pressures, shift speeds, shift points, and launch control to improve acceleration and drivability. With our ECU tune and no TCU tune, the TCU is still aware of the torque that is being created (The ECU communicates this to the TCU) and adjusts clamping pressures accordingly to handle the higher torque safely. This is a method we have tested rigorously for years at this point on both the DL382 found in the A4/A5/Q5 and can confirm it is safe for use in all conditions. We do still recommend the TCU tune if you are able to flash as it does significantly improve how optimized the transmission is at applying the power for better acceleration and drivability.


    Can you please elaborate a little more on this: "the added torque from tuning is properly adjusted for when driving/shifting". The way I understand the process, as a result of the ECU tune, the engine is now producing 370+ lb/ft while the transmission is rated at 295 lb/ft. So if the transmission "is not having to reduce engine output or having to adapt to misreported inputs", means you have managed to tell TCU that the 370 ft/lb is a new acceptable TQ limit and all other related TCU parameters get adjusted to it?
    In short, the TCU is aware of the new engine output and makes the necessary adjustments to clamping pressures to ensure it is handled safely. When paired with our TCU tune, we can take it a step further with these adjustments and optimizations.

    Then if that's correct, I assume that there is a high level of confidence in strength & reliability of DL382 clutches to handle that extra torque & extra clamping forces long term, even with less clutch plates than those of DL382+ (designed for 3.0t and 500 Nm TQ rating)?
    Yes, the DL382, while rated from the factory to be capable of handling less torque, has proven to easily and reliably hold the additional power we are putting through it over our years of testing. We keep all safety systems in place to ensure that the transmission receives this power safely for longterm longevity.

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    G2 LOCKED TCU 0-60 & 1/4 MILE, 034 Stage 1 91 Octane

    Following our release of our B9/B9.5 A4, A5, and Q5 ECU & TCU tuning, many of the G2 TCU owners wanted to know how the 034 Stage 1 ECU tune would perform on their locked and stock TCU.

    Using our in-house 2020 A4 Allroad (with roof bike racks & baby seat still installed), we set out to show what our ECU tuning could do even on an untuned G2 TCU. This Allroad is fully stock hardware on All-Season tires, and just 034 Stage 1 91 octane, and managed a full 1 second faster 0-60 with almost a full second faster 1/4 mile. With minimal drag preparations (such as removing the bike rack roof rack) or additional supporting modifications, even more acceleration is possible.

    034Motorsport ECU (and TCU for G1 customers) is on sale NOW thru 12/9 for Black Friday. Order today and you'll get your mobile flasher before Thanksgiving!: https://www.034motorsport.com/034mot...-software.html

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    Yes, the DL382, while rated from the factory to be capable of handling less torque, has proven to easily and reliably hold the additional power we are putting through it over our years of testing. We keep all safety systems in place to ensure that the transmission receives this power safely for longterm longevity.

    -Nick@034
    That is very reassuring, thanks for your response.

    One last question. In the years of developing these 2 products (ECU & TCU tunes) were you able to put it through some testing in colder climates like northern US or Canada to ensure that -25'C isn't affecting any of the new parameters?

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    Quote Originally Posted by djapeA4 View Post
    That is very reassuring, thanks for your response.

    One last question. In the years of developing these 2 products (ECU & TCU tunes) were you able to put it through some testing in colder climates like northern US or Canada to ensure that -25'C isn't affecting any of the new parameters?
    We have had extensive testing on the MLB and MQB Variants of EA888.3 in cold climates below freezing to ensure the software properly adjusts for those temperatures, as well as all reachable ranges of altitude (up to 14,000ft tested). This tune is designed to work flawlessly in cold or hot climates.

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    Quote Originally Posted by misanorotrs4 View Post
    Minor hijack, but if anyone is looking for a user’s feedback, please see below both in video and write up:

    https://www.mossautosports.com/post/...eneration-2-0t
    Watched your video. That's some extreme testing done on those cars. I'm not sure I fully understand the comment about overboost messages happening 'today' which was the release day for the tune. Unless you were still testing an older version of the tune, and the release version has that problem addressed.

    The engine failure. Presuming this happened because of the additional boost from the tune, not because Audi engines are weak as you claim. Then the oil pressure was increased on lower RPM's and mild loads and you've beaten the crap out of it again (with the new engine) recreating the same load scenario all day long - on the track, confirming that issue was resolved!?

    Not that I would ever take on the track, but still you never know if something like that can happen on a spirited drive to work one day.

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    Quote Originally Posted by djapeA4 View Post
    Watched your video. That's some extreme testing done on those cars. I'm not sure I fully understand the comment about overboost messages happening 'today' which was the release day for the tune. Unless you were still testing an older version of the tune, and the release version has that problem addressed.

    The engine failure. Presuming this happened because of the additional boost from the tune, not because Audi engines are weak as you claim. Then the oil pressure was increased on lower RPM's and mild loads and you've beaten the crap out of it again (with the new engine) recreating the same load scenario all day long - on the track, confirming that issue was resolved!?

    Not that I would ever take on the track, but still you never know if something like that can happen on a spirited drive to work one day.
    Aram's engine failure was unrelated to tuning. No tune would have prevented the failure to his engine that he experienced.

    These engines suffer from oil starvation when you start getting higher in the G-forces mid-turn. This isn't something unique to the B9 A4, as the EA113/EA888 has had this issue since the early MK5 days. What happens is in the middle of a turn, oil sloshes to the other side of the oil pan, leaving the oil pickup tube unable to suck up any oil. This in turn causes the engine to lose oil pressure, and cause an engine to fail.

    What we did for Aram through our service department is installed an Accusump. This is a relatively common upgrade in the racing and track day world. What it does is add constant oil pressure to the engine. In the case that the accusump senses a loss in oil pressure (via an oil pressure sensor, which these cars do not have from the factory), it will inject a few quarts of oil into the engine.

    Our tuning is extremely safe for all uses, especially on track. Without a doubt, it is one of the most highly tested options on the market - and is well within the safety margins of the factory engine.

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    Quote Originally Posted by djapeA4 View Post
    Watched your video. That's some extreme testing done on those cars. I'm not sure I fully understand the comment about overboost messages happening 'today' which was the release day for the tune. Unless you were still testing an older version of the tune, and the release version has that problem addressed.

    The engine failure. Presuming this happened because of the additional boost from the tune, not because Audi engines are weak as you claim. Then the oil pressure was increased on lower RPM's and mild loads and you've beaten the crap out of it again (with the new engine) recreating the same load scenario all day long - on the track, confirming that issue was resolved!?

    Not that I would ever take on the track, but still you never know if something like that can happen on a spirited drive to work one day.
    As unorthodox as it may be, this car exists purely as a track toy and and spent more time on track than road. My engine failure had nothing to do with excess boost, as mentioned by Sean (and confirmed by 2 other 3rd parties) the losses in oil pressure combined with a hot day at track caused a failure in a rod. By the time we tore apart the motor, the rod has melted into the rod journal and done significant damage to the piston, it bent and punched a few holes through the block.

    The boost position error P2563 has happened with and without tune, again, a weakness of Audi’s engine (or in this case most likely a degrading wastegate actuator) and not a consequence of the software.

    As for spirited driving, I can promise you unless you’re actively trying to go to jail, it’s highly unlikely any aggressive road use would subject the car to anything remotely close to what happens within a 6-7 hour period at the race track.


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    As an owner of a MY2019 with the Gen2 transmission with a HFC, I will await the Stage 2 release and jump ship.

    Nevertheless, this is awesome for the B9 2.0T community. I applaud 034 for releasing this and even beating out their competitors on pure Stage 1 performance figures.

    Quote Originally Posted by 034Motorsport View Post
    We have had extensive testing on the MLB and MQB Variants of EA888.3 in cold climates below freezing to ensure the software properly adjusts for those temperatures, as well as all reachable ranges of altitude (up to 14,000ft tested). This tune is designed to work flawlessly in cold or hot climates.

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    Given my issues with another competitor, this is great feedback. Definitely looking forward to trying it out as the new revisions and updates release.

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    These engines suffer from oil starvation when you start getting higher in the G-forces mid-turn. This isn't something unique to the B9 A4, as the EA113/EA888 has had this issue since the early MK5 days. What happens is in the middle of a turn, oil sloshes to the other side of the oil pan, leaving the oil pickup tube unable to suck up any oil. This in turn causes the engine to lose oil pressure, and cause an engine to fail.

    What we did for Aram through our service department is installed an Accusump. This is a relatively common upgrade in the racing and track day world. What it does is add constant oil pressure to the engine. In the case that the accusump senses a loss in oil pressure (via an oil pressure sensor, which these cars do not have from the factory), it will inject a few quarts of oil into the engine.
    So this "accusump" piece of hardware fixed the issue on the tester's car, but that's not what we get with the ECU stage-1 obviously. According to Aram's article, the oil pressure is will be high even under mild loads at around 2200 RPM, so I assume that would be the resolution for the end user of the ECU Stage-1 tune?

    Thermal Management Safety Strategies:
    With increased power, comes increased heat. With increased heat, comes the need for additional management. For charge air temperature, 034Motorsport has implemented key safety features to keep your engine running optimally and safely in virtually any condition - just like the OEM calibration. Substantial effort was spent on balancing the trade off of charge temp for power, and improving the compressor efficiency so that it doesn't generate too much charge temp.
    Will this new thermal management minimise or significantly reduce the heat soak, so in the case of 91 Octane Stage-1 the volume of the OEM IC is big enough (if you don't track the car)?

    Sorry for all these questions lol, and your responses are much appreciated!

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    Quote Originally Posted by djapeA4 View Post
    So this "accusump" piece of hardware fixed the issue on the tester's car, but that's not what we get with the ECU stage-1 obviously. According to Aram's article, the oil pressure is will be high even under mild loads at around 2200 RPM, so I assume that would be the resolution for the end user of the ECU Stage-1 tune?



    Will this new thermal management minimise or significantly reduce the heat soak, so in the case of 91 Octane Stage-1 the volume of the OEM IC is big enough (if you don't track the car)?

    Sorry for all these questions lol, and your responses are much appreciated!
    The accusump and oil pressure changes that we made are separate pieces here.

    The Accusump is necessary for Aram's specific build and is irrelevant in the case of the tune.

    The oil pressure changes were made in our tuning to help keep the engine in a more optimal oil pressure range based on our experience building and tuning these engines.

    The thermal management strategies come into play when it comes to reducing power output when your car reaches higher temperatures - intake temperatures being one of those.

    The factory intercooler is sufficient, though an upgrade is welcome.

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    The factory intercooler is sufficient, though an upgrade is welcome.

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    Are OEM spark plugs sufficient for stage-1, or it would it be recommended to go 1 step colder? Or stock gapped to 0.028?
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    Quote Originally Posted by djapeA4 View Post
    Are OEM spark plugs sufficient for stage-1, or it would it be recommended to go 1 step colder? Or stock gapped to 0.028?
    A bone stock car (stock plugs) is sufficient for Stage 1.

    We do offer Brisk ER12S if you're looking for a plug upgrade though!

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    Thought I was gonna get lucky on this since my car was built in 18 but apparently not. Just got the email that the DSG tune is not compatible, just like all the other tune companies told me.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Spawne32 View Post
    Thought I was gonna get lucky on this since my car was built in 18 but apparently not. Just got the email that the DSG tune is not compatible, just like all the other tune companies told me.

    Yes, unfortunately as the website states, if your car has a G2 TCU, our Transmission tuning will not be compatible. Thankfully we have developed the ECU tuning to work sufficiently without a tuned TCU on those G2-equipped cars, so you can still enjoy the added power gains from the ECU tuning while waiting for the TCU to be unlocked. If you'd like to not wait, you can return the TCU tuning you purchased for a refund since it was not flashable.

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    Little update. 12.72 @ 106.95, fastest 0-60 was 4.35s. Close to advertised, unsurprising its a little slower without the DSG tune, pulls hard, lacks some top end though. Overall, very satisfied. Def could have pulled a 12.6 @ 107+ if I had better road conditions on launch. DSG tune def would have brought it down to 12.5-12.6 and closer to that 4.1 0-60 they were showing.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Spawne32 View Post
    Little update. 12.72 @ 106.95, fastest 0-60 was 4.35s. Close to advertised, unsurprising its a little slower without the DSG tune, pulls hard, lacks some top end though. Overall, very satisfied. Def could have pulled a 12.6 @ 107+ if I had better road conditions on launch. DSG tune def would have brought it down to 12.5-12.6 and closer to that 4.1 0-60 they were showing.


    12.72 in the 1/4 is no slouch, especially without our TCU tune. Great work!

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    Is this tune compatible with 2021 MY that is mild hybrid?
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    Quote Originally Posted by AK1991 View Post
    Is this tune compatible with 2021 MY that is mild hybrid?
    2021+ models are not currently supported, but it's something we are working on and plan to release in the future.

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    Can the Stage 1 93 tune be ran gently with 91 octane? Or is there a way to quickly switch between the 93 and 91 tune?

    The reason I ask is because half of my state gets 93 octane and the other half only gets 91. I’d hate to be in the position of getting stuck with 91 and harming the car.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Astra.Xtreme View Post
    Can the Stage 1 93 tune be ran gently with 91 octane? Or is there a way to quickly switch between the 93 and 91 tune?

    The reason I ask is because half of my state gets 93 octane and the other half only gets 91. If hate to be in the position of getting stuck with 91 and harming the car.
    You should not run a lower octane than you are tuned for. In your case, it would be ideal to run our 91 file, which can take both 91 or 93 without issues.

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    Any update on this?

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    Any update on the 2021+ b9.5’s?

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    Quote Originally Posted by AsherF View Post
    Any update on this?

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    Any update on the 2021+ b9.5’s?
    There are no updates as of now, but we are still working on compatibility for 2021+ B9.5 models.

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