LCR Custom-Code 270bhp re-map - any good?

[6th.replicant]

I'm tempted by an '03 LCR that's up-for-sale - it seems well-maintained & has a pukka FSH etc.

But, it's had a 270(ish)bhp Custom-Code re-map (by CCD, west London).

Any of you experts know if Custom-Code's re-maps are any good?

Do CC's re-maps add significant wear-&-tear to the engine and/or clutch, drive-shafts?

Also, does fuel consumption consequently plummet during 'calm' day-to-day driving? (Obviously, I realise that it'll be more juicy if that extra top-end wallop is used often. )

Please advise.

Thanks.

 

[BCM]

You'll get better MPG when your driving normal, but when you cane it you'll use the juice!
Custom-Code are well known on the forum, they have there own sections.
As with all performance increasing they do put additional wear on the car parts but if its maintained shouldn't be a problem!

 

[6th.replicant]

You'll get better MPG when your driving normal...

Eh?! I'm intrigued - how is this so? Ta.

 

[BCM]

in my past experience thats what i've noticed, also lots of the guys on here also report the same.

 

[caveo]

The numbers speak for them selfs

 

[6th.replicant]

The numbers speak for them selfs

Eh?

 

[caveo]

The numbers are good (270bhp) and the way the tourque comes in is smooth so id say its wanna the safest maps out there.

 

[6th.replicant]

The numbers are good (270bhp) and the way the tourque comes in is smooth so id say its wanna the safest maps out there.

Good news. MPG?

 

[caveo]

Depends on yer right foot mate and if you can resist planting it ( i cant )

 

[lard44]

I think the improved economy comes from having to make fewer gear changes when you've had a remap - and getting to your desired speed with a shorter shove on the right pedal.

I had a custom code on my Ibiza - very smooth and progressive map, less agressive than some others. Was mighty pleased and would recommend them.

 

[brad1]

the improved mpg is done like this, cause the engine has more torque, you dont need to put the right pedal down as far, meaning less fuel dumped into engine = improved mpg, dont expect loads, but in the region of 5- 10
hope this helps

 

[6th.replicant]

Excellent news, all-round! Thanks to all for taking time to reply.

 

[D.K]

I'v just had a look at the one your talking about on the web and it look's pretty good in the photos, The Brembo's could do with re laquering and a wheel re ferb

 

[caveo]

Make sure the dump valve is not a split r ( sorry D.K i cant help myselp)

 

[D.K]

That's ok mate
I saw a nice brake upgrade today and thought of you
I'll post them up when i get them off my camera

 

[caveo]

Getting some 18"s with very good clearance in the morning , ready for the job ( check out my thread in the mk1 section )

 

[6th.replicant]

Hmm, just spoke to the fella at my garage - a VAG specialist with 30+ yrs experience - & he's very anti re-maps.

He reckons that re-maps significantly add to wear & tear on engine, turbo/intercoolers, clutch, drive-shafts & brakes - and affect reliability. (Therefore, you'd think he'd like me to get a re-mapped car so he could have all the extra work + £s!!)

He takes the view that SEAT/VW-Audi spent billions of €s/£s developing the 1.8T's performance vs reliability parameters, so it's dumb to go & alter the setup.

He also points out that if the 1.8T is so good for the extra bhp while maintaining reliability etc, why did VAG bother to replace it with the 2.OT - which is a kinda good point, I guess.

What do you folks think? I'm now very, very confused!!

Please advise asap. Ta.

 

[caveo]

Dont listen to that **** mate , extencive testing has gone into testing the 18T to find its limits and most tuners on ere know there stuff.

 

[MrJohnnyB]

I'm sure your friend knows what he's talking about... that said, the guys on these forums own the cars, drive the cars day in day out, and aren't going to mislead you to **** you over for a laugh!

Realistically a remap shouldnt be a problem at all unless you drive like a retard on crack (constantly flooring it then hard on the breaks). You have to remember that when they build cars they're not all exactly the same, different batches etc etc, so they have quite a low safety parameter to maintain their excellent reputation for reliability...

End of the day, your money, your choice, if your not happy about it dont buy it, but if you're anything like me, you'll end up wanting more power after a while anyway .

 

[lard44]

1.8Ts are built to release way more power than they do - the engine is restricted due to the variable quality and RON rating of petrol around the world, and VW playing very, veeery safe.

I can only really speak from experience, but over 2 cars and 40k of mileage I never had a problem related to my remaps. In fact my first coilpack went a fortnight ago and they'd never been changed in 30k on that motor. I know the vast majority of people on here who have remaps are more than happy with them.

Sounds a little bit like scaremongering to me - there was a thread on here a while back showing you a fleet of police cars being CC'd and if it's good enough for them, it's good enough for me.