What are tuning stages?

What is stage tuning? A stage represents a set of upgrades fitted as a set. As you might expect, a stage is how far you've gone with tuning part of your car. Stage 2 represents a more tuned car than stage 1.

What is a Stage 3 tune?

A stage 3 tune is considered by most to be a level that's best invested in for the track. That's because it can be very expensive. It usually involves upgrading the intercooler, cylinder head and inlet valves, head gasket, and spark plugs in additional to all stage 2 modifications.

What do tuning stages mean?

Higher stages are more aggressive tunes. They offer more power & torque gains, and better overall performance. Depending on the engine, higher stage tunes might also introduce more risk of things going south. It's pretty simple stuff when you boil it down to the basics. A higher stage tune should offer more power.

What is a Stage 5 tune?

Stage 5: this would be a custom high compression big bore combination. It includes comprehensive headwork and aggressive cam. Requires larger throttle body & injectors as well as additional supportive mods. Would be considered fuel & tune sensitive.

What's included in a Stage 1 tune?

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What is needed for Stage 2 tune?

The required hardware for their stage 2 software includes a full turbo-back exhaust with a sports-cat and a high-flow air intake. They also recommend an uprated intercooler, uprated engine mounts, and an uprated throttle pipe.

What is a Stage 6 tune?

Stage6 Tuning is the tuning department of Stage6. Tuning parts from engine to transmission, intake to exhaust are constantly being redeveloped, tested and optimized in order to then bring these high-quality tuning components to the market and make them available to everyone.

What Is a Stage 2 clutch?

The Stage 2 clutch, featuring a segmented or full-faced pure Kevlar disc with steel backing and offers slightly longer life and higher torque capacity than the Stage 1.

What's the difference between stage 1 and stage 2 remap?

Stage 2 mods tend to offer larger power gains than stage 1 but will require additional work on other parts if you want them to work reliably. Like stage 1, stage 2 mods are usually a DIY fit but will require more specialist knowledge and tools.

Is Stage 1 remap safe?

This file is designed to lift the performance within the manufacturer's parameters giving more power without major mechanical alterations. Stage 1 is the level of remapping that Remap Kings use as it is the only safe level for your car, allowing us to guarantee our work on your vehicle.

What's the difference between a Stage 1 Stage 2 and Stage 3 clutch?

A stage 1 clutch usually uses Kevlar with organic compounds mixed in whilst stage 2 goes pure Kevlar. Stage 3 has a carbon semi-metallic six-puck disc while in stage 4, the hub also solidifies into a riveted one. Stage 5 is all about pure metallic discs and is perfect for extreme performance cars.

Is a Stage 1 tune worth it?

A Stage 1 tune will provide a noticeable difference in horsepower while maintaining the same level of fuel economy. The average increase in HP is 20%.

How much HP does Stage 3 add?

COBB shows that Stage 1 adds about 20 hp and 60 lb-ft of torque with just the COBB AccessPort and a panel filter; Stage 2 adds 65 hp and about 75 lb-ft over stock with COBB's new EcoStang intercooler system and recommended cat-back exhaust; and Stage 3 finds a whopping 81 hp and 80 lb-ft of torque with a required turbo ...

Is Stage 2 tune safe?

With a Stage II tune, you're nowhere near the danger zone unless you try it without supporting mods!

What Is a Stage 2?

Stage 2 means the breast cancer is growing, but it is still contained in the breast or growth has only extended to the nearby lymph nodes. This stage is divided into groups: Stage 2A and Stage 2B. The difference is determined by the size of the tumor and whether the breast cancer has spread to the lymph nodes.

Can a remap damage your turbo?

Some people are concerned that engine remapping could cause problems with their car. But it shouldn't affect reliability if you use a reputable company. Remapping does put extra strain on an engine, but not a dangerous amount if it's done properly.

How much HP does a remap add?

Naturally aspirated engine remapping

Naturally aspirated engines do not benefit from remapping as much as forced induction engines. However, remapping certainly improves their response and flexibility. You can expect a 5-10% increase in bhp and torque after a remap.

Is it OK to remap a car?

Remapping the software and fine-tuning the engine can increase a car's power and torque output, and maximise its overall performance by as much as 35%. We strongly recommend that you only let a qualified specialist remap your car, otherwise you risk damaging the engine.

Is a Stage 3 clutch hard to drive?

It will be harder to control the slip of the clutch on engagement, making driving on hills and in poor weather much more difficult. You will transmit more shock to the drivetrain, wearing out engine mounts and CVs faster. You will *NOT* go any faster than with the stock clutch.

What clutch stage should I get?

If you're making up to 50whp over stock, you should be looking at stage one clutches which generally hold a 25-50% increase in torque capacity. The stage one clutches generally offer a slightly increased clamp load from the pressure plate and organic disc which will provide a similar stock pedal feel and engagement.

Are tuner chips worth it?

Because this practice continues to be widely spread, it brings many of us to question, “Do performance chips work?” The answer is yes. Performance chips provide a substantial boost in torque output and overall vehicle performance.

How much does it cost to get your engine tuned?

Getting your car tuned is a great way to improve your car's performance and efficiency! But tuning can be a little pricey. While standard options can cost anywhere from $50-$200, higher-end jobs will cost somewhere between $400 to $700.

How much BHP does a Stage 2 remap add?

Tuning Stage 2 gains

Stage 2 tuning doesn't typically have the same level of gains – you can realistically expect a further 5-10% increase in power and torque. Our stage 2 tuning software for the VW Scirocco 2.0 TSI adds 61 bhp and 85 lb /ft – very impressive indeed.