MauricioWillHelm
23 Aug 2018
Safer Installation Than BSR or Other Complete Rewrite Systems
Installed on Mercedes-Benz CLA-200
Self purchase direct from Germany. Less than $400. Self install.
What I like
Speedier gear changes, seemingly extended torque presence and sharper responses.
What I do not like
The set up's strength lie in its superior algorithm not specifically out and out bench specs. Improvement. Akin to Polestar on my other car the tuners have manages to satisfy both credentials.
Features | 3 | Performance | 4 |
Design | 4 | Price | 5 |
there'll be an initial lag, followed by a strong surge(perhaps done this way to "stimulate the increase in power".
11 Feb 2018
Bette getting a custom ECU remap or a tune
Installed on Subaru Forester
Bought this to try out on my FXT, as I wanted more power out of my car but wasn't willing to do anything fun that would compromise my warranty with the dealer. Immediately after install, my throttle response was weird
What I like
It's marketing
What I do not like
Everything about it.
This product does nothing to increase power.
Features | 1 | Performance | 1 |
Design | 4 | Price | 1 |
Deathstalker
28 Jan 2016
Decent power increase with little worries
Installed on Volkswagen Golf
Although I cannot prove it, there is an increase of torque at the low end, and can feel the power surge coming at a lower rpm. As for the FC, hard to pin down but the day is still early for a conclusive verdict.
What I like
For the price, it's a value for money product; the power increase can feel and it does not touch the original ECU.
More importantly, the customer service is good.
What I do not like
Hard to pin down the exact power increase, and even if it does, may not be as significant as it advertise. Have to remove before AD service, so it means have to go down to them for uninstall, and re-install after service.
Features | 4 | Performance | 4 |
Design | 4 | Price | 4 |
RaceLover
01 Oct 2015
A good mod to compliment factory settings
Installed on Volvo S60
I have decided to install this after a terrible experience with custom tuning. The optimised settings provided for my vehicle is great. The lag on initial acceleration has been covered by the RaceChip resulting in much smoother pickup.
What I like
Simple to install. Plug and play and doesn't not mess up factory settings.
What I do not like
Durability of the wiring and potential heating issues
Features | 4 | Performance | 4 |
Design | 4 | Price | 3 |
Watwheels
23 Oct 2014
Safe Modding. I install this on a Chevy Orlando. The list here is not up to date.
Installed on Chevrolet Cruze
A very clever device that fits a lot of car models if they share the same engine. Since my car's engine is a GM 1.4L turbo the models that can use the same device are Astra, Zafira, Cruze & Orlando. It's a easy plug & play device that does not require complicated installation. I bought it online in the official German website and have it shipped to Sgp, in just 3 working days, UPS was at my doorstep. I bought the Ultimate, the one with the fastest processor. Why I say safe is becoz it does not bypass the engine safety/protection in the factory settings. I have tried the highest setting and CEL came on. Error code was the boost was too high and the engine protection setting kicked in to cut the boost. The car feels like there's no boost. So it's best to leave the default setting. I have a OBDII device to clear the CEL.
What I like
Easy to plug & play that doesn't require complicated installation. Can be easy removed when going for servicing. Boost for my car is about 29percent increase for both Torque and bhp. Slightly better fuel economy.
What I do not like
The local dealers. They do not have the entire range for all the turbocharged cars available here.
Go to the official website instead. http://www.racechip.com/
It only takes about 3 working days to reach Sgp.
Features | 4 | Performance | 4 |
Design | 4 | Price | 3 |
if they're LTA legal will make for barely a scratch in your dyno graph and they'll leave you unsatisfied unless you're all about the 'roar' without the 'go'. Swapping out a bigger turbo may lead to compromises with turbo lag low down in the revs.
06 Aug 2014
The best bang for the buck for your performance car
Installed on BMW 135i
"Mods!"
What I like
Simplicity, elegance, stealthy nature (ability to demod and remod safely and quickly).
Adjustable settings.
Preserves the intrinsic character of the car while adding more power and torque.
What I do not like
The price is a little high.
Unless you're very handy and confident with cars, you still need to go to your workshop to uninstall/reinstall the device before going for warranty servicing. If you're worried about that sort of thing, that is.
Features | 5 | Performance | 5 |
Design | 5 | Price | 4 |
BarryCade
10 Jan 2014
Driving more fun now after installed this!
Installed on MINI Cooper
Seems to work perfectly fine. Quick install and a significant power gain! It's really exactly what I was looking for! Everytime I drive, I will always say WOW. It has really unleashed the beast in my Mini Cooper. I can feel the power gain in every gear. It has increased drastically and very smoothly. I have not been disappointed. I really did see the results in my own car when I drive it hard. It makes me enjoy driving now and is a whole lot more fun to drive now!
What I like
The power gain in every gear has increased drastically.
What I do not like
Maybe the design can be a little cool.
Features | 4 | Performance | 5 |
Design | 1 | Price | 4 |
Motorfart
13 Dec 2013
Experience the differences...
Installed on BMW 320i
Read the information on sgcarmart and also car forums which stir my interests on getting this tuning device onto my ride. Called and arrange installation with one of the workshops and experience better power and torque. Will not say that is will boost the performance of my ride to a speed machine. But it did increase by about a benchmark of 15%, in which I am quite happy with. Fuel consumption wise, have yet to see the difference.
What I like
Better performance and fuel saving
What I do not like
May need to get better intercooler for better engine cooling.
Features | 5 | Performance | 5 |
Design | 2 | Price | 2 |
it is just running/pulling harder, and is an all around blast to drive. Plus it now sounds great upon hitting the ignition. The difference i got was that both the horsepower and torque lines were smoother and extended out without the bumps, fluctuations as compared to that I had without the chip. The air/fuel mix was also smoother and more consistent. The automatic transmission had definitely kept my wife happy. The trans would shift too early to allow max of the potential hp and torque gains. Would I do it again, you bet. Do I have any regrets? Only that I can't mess with the auto trans to get the extra RPMs. Now I gotta go to the nearest track and enjoy the blasting power of this RaceChip Ultimate.
27 Aug 2013
Mind blowing performance boost!
Had my RaceChip installed few weeks ago. My car hasn't blown up, doesn't surge, no engine lights
What I like
Mind blowing performance boost! From power enhancement to smoother gear transmission, this ECU is marvellous.
What I do not like
Doesn't perform a perfect job with automatic transmission cars.
Features | 5 | Performance | 5 |
Design | 4 | Price | 3 |