What LCR mods are considered stage 1 and stage 2?

[Mark300zx]

Can anyone tell me if there is a definitive list somewhere on the mods to do before getting each remap?

 

[Avant4me]

Stage 1 is generally the initial generic remap. Most tuners say an air filter, sports cat and system are essential for a stage 2 or custom map. I don't think there is a massive difference in the actual map levels, they just allow things to be pushed a little further with the increased flow of gasses. Its more an increase above the sum of the parts.

 

[Faisal]

basically;

stage 1:
no requirements. as said above its a generic map

stage 2:
induction kit
dumpvalve
silicon turbo intake pipe
exhaust (preferably full system with sports cat/decat and bigger downpipe)

thats about it. a front mounted intercooler would help but it is not necisarry.

hope that helps!

 

[NottsLCR]

As Faisal said:
induction kit
dumpvalve
silicon turbo intake pipe
exhaust with sports cat/decat and bigger downpipe.

This is what i have and had a stage 2 remap 2 weeks ago

 

[Ruddmeister]

Stage 1 is considered excellent value for money
Stage 2 is considered the beginning of the end for your credit card and the first lesson in understanding 'diminishing returns for your money'

Before stage 2 on an LCR i'd consider suspension and braking upgrades

I'm thinking Ferrodo DS Pads and Anti-roll bars

 

[Dione J]

Can you get a remap on standard LC 180 - or would it be wise to uprate the suspension?

I have a 2004 LC 180 and a set of 18's - do I need a brake upgrade?

 

[lordgibbness]

Worth considering upgrading air filter, dv and tip with a stage 1 map as well I'd say.

Full exhaust, fmic and stage 2 map will cost quite a lot for not much gain - so I'd agree with Rudd that after a stage 1 think about braces, arbs, brakes, dbm, etc.

 

[lordgibbness]

Can you get a remap on standard LC 180 - or would it be wise to uprate the suspension?

I have a 2004 LC 180 and a set of 18's - do I need a brake upgrade?

Of course you can. Feel free to uprate whatever you feel necessary...

 

[Dione J]

I thought DV's wasn't supposed to be on 1.8T

 

[lordgibbness]

All petrol turbo cars will have a divertor valve of some kind

 

[Dione J]

I know that I mean, the uprated one's i.e 007p heard the engines run better without them?

 

[lordgibbness]

I'm not 100% sure exactly what you mean here. Basically the OEM part was a bosch diaphragm dv that people change to a stronger and faster reacting forge piston dv.

 

[Dione J]

Thats what i mean, i heard the forge 007p isnt the best for the engine - maybe im wrong?

 

[lordgibbness]

Yeah I think you're getting confused with something else...

 

[Ronin225]

007 is just straight replacement part and far superior quality over standard
who told yo they are no good? or are you thinking about a BOV

 

[lordgibbness]

In fact I believe VAG are now supplying piston valves for their TFSI engines... at long last.

 

[Mark300zx]

In fact I believe VAG are now supplying piston valves for their TFSI engines... at long last.

Can they be converted for the LCR?

 

[traumapat]

Can you get a remap on standard LC 180 - or would it be wise to uprate the suspension?

I have a 2004 LC 180 and a set of 18's - do I need a brake upgrade?

your brakes will be ok but upgrade your pads if you feel the need.

007p is fine. as long as the valve is recirculating and not blow off/atmospheric type your ok.

if you want to upgrade the stock valve but wanted to stay with the diaphram the APR R1 is a good dv.. stronger version of the stock one really.

 

[traumapat]

Can they be converted for the LCR?

why bother... works the same as the 007p (piston)

 

[Mark300zx]

why bother... works the same as the 007p (piston)

I might have to rack up some miles and IIRC the forge requires servicing every 1K?