Race Chip now availble

[Riaan Harding]

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Hi All

We are proud to announce, we are now dealers for Race Chip. We will offer a special discount to all Forum Members till the end of October 2013!!
Feel free to send me a PM for further details.

How does the RaceChip work?
The RaceChip is connected between the engine control unit and the injection unit. The engine control unit normally sends the data directly to the injection unit. Now, the RaceChip receives the data first and optimizes it tailored to the driving situation. Furthermore, the RaceChip is only active, when you need the performance. Thus you’re driving is engine-protective. We modify the injection values of the vehicle with the RaceChip, i.e. the injection quantity; injection duration and the injection time are optimized. Additionally, (if present) the turbo charging pressure is increased by max. 0.2 bars. This optimization results in a power improvement respectively leads to a fuel saving.
What is Chiptuning?
The so-called Chiptuning module or box is an additional plug-in device (additional electronic device), which can be installed in or removed from a car easily without special knowledge. The module will awake the hidden performance reserves of the respective engine which the manufacturers keep in an average tolerance range when programming the engine management due to the different market requirements worldwide. So, our Chiptuning can use these reserves, however, without exceeding the real maximum load of the engine. With its integrated high-performance processor inside the casing, the Chiptuning box optimizes and adjusts the maps and so removes the acceleration control and torque limitations of the engine. And this is the clearest advantage of Chiptuning with a box: The serial engine management is not changed as only an additional electronic device is used and all engine protection programs remain active. This kind of motor tuning can be used for nearly all types of diesel or petrol vehicles. The chip can be individually adjusted to the customer's requirements with a rotary control switch respectively a jumper strip (depending on the model).
All advantages at a glance:
 Digital functionality Adaptation of characteristic field (up to 100000 times per sec.)
 Up to 25 % more performance (up to 30% with RaceChip PRO 2 or Ultimate)
 Up to 20 % more torque
 Up to 1,5 l fuel savings / 100 km
 First-rate aluminum casing, extremely robust and shock-proof
 Easy and quick installation, no special tools needed
 Same exhaust values and emission class
 Splash-proof, Manual and automatic transmission
 For common-rail diesel vehicles and all petrol turbo cars
 Plug-in cable harness Individually adjustable Vehicle capable of being diagnosed
 No intervention in the motor control device
 Removable without traces
 Suitable for vehicles with soot particle filter
 Long-term tested
 Same motor service life as in factory condition
Does RaceChip harm my engine?
No, as our RaceChip uses the performance reserves the vehicle producers provided in their engine design. As the RaceChip will only be switched on when you really need the power (e.g. when you accelerate), the components like the engine, the coupling, the transmission and the brakes are only stressed in line with the technically feasible scope. All protection functions of the engine, like e.g. the emergency programs aren't switched off.
Can I carry out the installation without automotive knowledge?
The installation of the RaceChip is very simple, even without automotive knowledge. However, when you are not sure, your local garage will be pleased to assist you. Along with the RaceChip you will receive full installation instructions in English with detailed photos; also on the RaceChip web site you can find specific installation videos.
Can the RaceChip be traced after the removal?
No. An additional control unit in the engine compartment is not traceable after the removal. After the removal of the RaceChip its operation is not traceable and the vehicle is directly set back to its serial performance. Thus the RaceChip is ideal for leasing, financing or company vehicles. We have optimized the complete vehicle fleet of some of our major clients. As the operation is not traceable after the removal, this is a decisive advantage. So you always have the possibility to disassemble the RaceChip before you drive to your Dealer. This can be done within a few minutes. And your Dealer cannot trace the RaceChip.
Can I adjust the RaceChip individually?
Yes, it can be adjusted individually without specialist knowledge. However, the RaceChip already has a factory setting which provides the best ratio of power improvement and fuel saving.
Can I use the RaceChip again when I exchange my vehicle?
Yes, when you’re new vehicle has got the same injection technique than your former one. However, it's possible that you need a new wire harness or software. You can buy the wire harness you need from us and we are able to reprogram the RaceChip for your new vehicle, if necessary.

This should answer most of you`re questions !!
Available for most Turbo Charge Diesel and Petrol vehicles


Kind Regards
Riaan Harding
Lobiz 4x4
http://www.lobiz4x4.co.za
riaan@lobiz4x4.co.za
0766571712

[Chris Skinner]

Sounds good, and if proven to work to the extent described above, I would be interested - can you provode some specific data on results of tests done in the 4.8 patrol?
What is the typical price, and would you lease it to me for a month to test before I buy - as they say, 'the proof of the pudding is in the eating' and there have been too many fads out there when it come to improved performance and fuel consumption for me to risk spending my money without adequate proof.

[Jorrie]

I support Chris Skinner's view.

[Chris Skinner]

No disrespect meant to anyone, but having read the above, and sitting in Frankfurt airport for 4 hours as I write this, waiting for my flight back to SA, I have had plenty time to google, read, and watch videos about 'chip scams'. My current perception from what I learned, is that almost every 'chip' sold as an advanced computer chip/device is merely a resistor that moderates or limits certain signals from the engine control system... (there are exceptions though)!
If such a product is genuine, and the manufacturer stands by his product, the best way to prove this would be a demo at a reputable dyno tuner facility where the vehicle is tested in a controlled environment before and after fitment. One problem though is that almost all dyno tuners also sell chips, and dyno results are easy to 'adjust' in a surreptitious and undetectable way, and it is certainly not good for business to prove chips dont really work as advertised. Although, on the other hand, I believe that a positive result would be worth gold and the best advertising one could ever wish for - I, for one would then buy it!

[AndriesS]

If I take this back to the days of carbs and point ignitions then there was no way to get 20% improvement by fitting a bigger card, you might get better response, smoothness etc. To get this type of improvement on a natural aspirated engine then you will have to gasflow the head, change cams, change compression ratios etc

On a turbo and supercharges motor it is something different though, by changing the boost (if electronically governed) you have a big effect on power and you might get to 20-30% but to the detriment of reliability, shortened lifespan etc

[Riaan Harding]

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[Grant]

Hi Riaan,

Would love to fit it on my Turbo Troll, but no place to plug it in. Conventional diesel engine.

[Riaan Harding]

Hi Riaan,

Would love to fit it on my Turbo Troll, but no place to plug it in. Conventional diesel engine.

Sorry Grant it only work on the comminrail engins

[Stefan]

Hey,

Whos diesel are you calling commin?

[Tinus lotz]

Julle is funny.......commin diesels .... ons petrol manne is nie bang vir spoed of sand nie ...lol
ps diesel stink vroeg in die oggend hoor !