04-05-2005, 05:22 PM
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Powerchip
I have looked through the archives and not found where anyone has installed a Powerchip. If anyone has information on this product, I would really appreciate hearing their opinion.
A local performance shop represents Powerchip, and says it really will increase HP and torque by about 10%. They have offered to dyno the car before and after for $150 in order to prove it to me. (At a nearby shop, not their own) If it does not perform as advertised, they will replace the original program and refund the $900 programming and installation fee. (I would still be out the $150 for the dyno)
Any thoughts?
Recommendations?
This is for a 2003 Boxster S
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04-05-2005, 07:37 PM
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Will they also guarantee it will pass emissions?
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04-05-2005, 07:40 PM
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As far out as it sounds it must work. Otherwise they would loose a huge deal of money for the lost labor charges. 10% is what? About 25HP!!!
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04-06-2005, 04:20 AM
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What brand is this? I've been looking for an ECU upgrade that will be effective but noone seems to guarantee their claims.
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04-06-2005, 05:17 AM
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"Powerchip" is the brand name.
They claim it to emissions compliant everywhere except California.
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04-06-2005, 05:37 AM
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Massachusetts and CA have the same emissions standards. I think that is an issue if you live in either state then?
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"Powerchip" is the brand name.
They claim it to emissions compliant everywhere except California.
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04-06-2005, 03:10 PM
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+25 hp with just the chip seems to good to be true. Make sure you get the gurantee in writing.
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04-06-2005, 05:31 PM
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Don't know squat about these chips, but:
"About 10%" could mean practically anything. Do they pay off if it is 4.9%, but not if it is 5.1%?
If you gain 6% at 6500, but lose 8% at 3500 is that OK with you?
From what I have seen reading about chip replacements on this forum, that seems to be what you are frequently faced with.
Also, my suggestion would be that you pick the dyno shop, not them.
You might want to specificy that after the installation of the chip that the onboard diagnostic must not set any error codes.
Ditto on the emission testing and all of it in writing, as suggested.
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02-02-2007, 02:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Doug
I have looked through the archives and not found where anyone has installed a Powerchip. If anyone has information on this product, I would really appreciate hearing their opinion.
A local performance shop represents Powerchip, and says it really will increase HP and torque by about 10%. They have offered to dyno the car before and after for $150 in order to prove it to me. (At a nearby shop, not their own) If it does not perform as advertised, they will replace the original program and refund the $900 programming and installation fee. (I would still be out the $150 for the dyno)
Any thoughts?
Recommendations?
This is for a 2003 Boxster S
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I say go for it! what have you got to loose? Plus its only $600 call 18004950777
www.powerchipgroup.com
PS. ask for me my name is Travis and we can chat :dance:
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02-02-2007, 05:01 PM
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Silvered,
That has to be the most credible and thorough site I have seen for a chip. The ONLY one that gives guarantees and the only one at a reasonable price.
I am buying that on February 15th. I am SOLD!!
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02-02-2007, 05:36 PM
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payday
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Silvered,
That has to be the most credible and thorough site I have seen for a chip. The ONLY one that gives guarantees and the only one at a reasonable price.
I am buying that on February 15th. I am SOLD!!
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Feb 15th is payday bav???
We have been around since 1991 and do everything we can to be at the forefront of technology when it comes to Porsche particularly.
Also... when you order, ask your consultant about free shipping because your on 986forum.com and you will save some $$$
You will love it. We did a Caymen and Caymen S today
Trav (Powerchip) 1800 495 0777
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02-02-2007, 05:49 PM
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Yeah I had enough money at the beginning of the week, but an outstanding speeding ticket, betting 250 on the super bowl and lending 300 to my sister set me back a little 
Is there any way I can use you as a referral so you make some commission or something?
I know this is a noob question, but how do I remove my ecu? Is it the same place as the OBD port, under the steering wheel on the driver's side?
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02-02-2007, 05:56 PM
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I know this is a noob question, but how do I remove my ecu?
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It should be underneath the carpet in the rear trunk.
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02-02-2007, 06:07 PM
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wait a minute? you dont know how to remove the engine management computer and you call yourself a porsche lover??? HAHAHAH just kidding...
It is really easy to take out (takes about 5 minutes). Pull the carpet back against the firewall in the rear trunk (be carefull to pop the plastic pins out without breaking them).
Once the carpet is clear, you will see the silver unit bolted to the chassis with 4 10mm bolts. Remove these bolts, unplug the unit, and you are good to go.
Call us and we will send you all the shipping documentation so that you just pop it in a fedex box and drop it in a box.
It reaches us the next day, we modify, and send it back to you overnight. You plug it in, bolt it up, put the carpet and clips back on - and drive off with a HUGE
NB. PC is NOT responsible for your future tickets - we may be accountable, but not responsible OK
Also, when you call they will send you instructions with photos to help you through the above process.
happy motoring!
Trav (Powerchip) 1800 495 0777 www.powerchipgroup.com
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