Is it possible to fit some power-enhancing-chip system to the TD100 engine in my Marea Weekend ('98 'R' plate).
I've heard about variuos 'chips' that you can install, and also boxes that simply plug in (Tuning Box?).
Does anyone have any experience with any of these?
Are these the kinds of modifications that insurance companies always ask about, and do they greatly increase the premium you pay?
I'm not a boy-racer - I have a wife, child and dog to support/transport. The kick on the turbo at about 2500rpm is quite noticeable and I believe that these chips can not only increase power but also smooth the power out over the whole range.
Any advice greatly appreciated.
Conor

Tuning Box

Conor

I have just fitted a tuning box to my Bravo JTD. It's given me a power increase of 25%+. Very noticable, especially in mid range. I've only had it in a day, but I'm told that it may well help increase MPG - not sure about that claim mind.

I'm not sure if the box I bought is suitable for the TD100, but the company I used can be found at: www.bromleystuning.com.

Hope this helps.

Chris

Thanks Chris

Thanks Chris. On the insurance side, do you have to declare this kind of modification to your insurance company?
Cheers
Conor

Insurance

Absolutely. It only cost me an extra £25.

Ooops

Forgot to say, it will work out at about an extra £10 per month on my annual policy. The £25 is only about 10 weeks cover.

I was looking for the same sort of chip for my Brava td75, but found out I was mistaken because this engine
isn't electronically managed! I'm now thinking about
boosting the turbopressure by installing a bleedvalve.
I'm curious if anyone knows how much pressure is safe. The TD75 is running 0,95 bar and the td100 is at 1,05 bar. I'm also figuring out how to monitor turboboost.
This engine is so compact that it's extremely hard to reach anything, the turbo outlethose to the wastegate is accessible though. Anyone got ideas?