What is a Stage 1 remap?

Stage 1 – A stage 1 remap is specially designed for your vehicle. It's best suited for a standard or moderately modified vehicle without needed anything extra to get the full potential. Stage 2 – A stage 2 remap build on the stage 1 which can yield further increases in power and performance.

What happens in a Stage 1 remap?

Stage 1 Tuning

A Stage 1 Remap increases power and torque while also improving fuel efficiency. Removes flat spots and gives a more responsive drive without compromising reliability.

Does a Stage 1 remap make a difference?

increase in performance for over 60 percent less, all on the car's original components. Stage 1 tuning therefore is the best pound-for-pound performance upgrade on the market – and if you want more power, you can always add those other upgrades in the future to create a stage 2 vehicle.

How much HP does a Stage 1 remap add?

On the whole, this can be done through the vehicle's OBD port. Stage 1 remaps come with a variety of fuel specifications which will result in a greater power result. For example, a Stage 1 remap with 95Ron fuel sees 300BHP, whilst Stage 1 using 99Ron fuel, such as V Power or Tesco Momentum 99, will see 330BHP.

How much faster is a Stage 1 remap?

On cars that are over 2.0-litres, the gains are even more impressive. We have remapped the likes of the V10 Audi R8 and BMW M5 and a simple stage 1 tune can reduce the 0 – 62mph time by a considerable 1.0 seconds, depending on the gearing and traction system.

What is Stage 1 Tuning? Explanation for Beginners!

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%.

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.

Can insurance tell if car remapped?

Motorists often ask, “can insurance tell if a car is remapped?” The answer is no, but they may find out. Insurers don't inspect cars before giving them cover, so, in reality, your insurer won't randomly check your car for remapping even though some policies may say the insurer can inspect a vehicle if they want to.

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 BHP will I gain from a remap?

You can expect a 20-30% increase in bhp and torque after a remap. This extra performance is accessible across the rev range, particularly at low revs and in the mid-range. A typical 30-70mph run will be reduced by 1.5-2 seconds, and your car will pull better at higher speeds.

Does remapping save fuel?

But, for all you sane folks, a remap will probably improve fuel economy if you can adjust your driving style. Other benefits include unlocking various features like immobilizer and valet modes, which can be extremely useful.

How long does a Stage 1 remap take?

Depending on the vehicle, the remap normally takes less than 1 hour to complete.

What Is a Stage 2 remap?

Stage two performance remapping employs a quality exhaust system with a good air intake filter or induction kit. Typically, with a stage two performance upgrade there is a sizeable increase in amount of usable power and a significant increase in the performance and drivability of your vehicle.

Can you undo a remap?

We can completely reverse the process for a small service charge should you wish to have your remap removed. Similarly, if your car loses the remap software due to a software upgrade at the main dealer, we can reinstall it for you.

Which is better chip or remap?

ECU Remapping or also known as Software Upgrades, done correctly, will always be the better and safer way of optimising an engine. Much more parameters can be optimised than a with a chip. A Chip will ultimately only fool the Engine Control Unit (ECU).

How much HP can a tune add?

' A 'tune' is a device that will update your car's ECU or computer and give it different instructions on how to deliver power to the engine. You will unlock your engine's full capacity with this tune. It can add 15-30 horsepower and 20-30 lb-ft of torque on most basic cars.

What is the difference between stage 1 and stage 2?

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. Where things can get a bit confusing is that what each “stage” means can vary from car to car, and even from tuner to tuner.

How much is a remap?

How much does car engine remapping cost? The cost of remapping your car will likely depend on the make and model. But you can expect to pay somewhere between £200 and £400.

Are remaps legal?

“Is remapping a car legal?” is a common question from novice car modifiers. Currently, there is no law against car remapping, but it is recommended to be undertaken by an experienced professional. The only thing you need to do after remapping is to inform your insurance company of the change.

What are the disadvantages of remapping a car?

What problems can a remap cause?

Is a remap instant?

Engine remapping works very simply by overwriting your car's ECU software and loading the new software into your vehicle's serial port, or OBD port. The entire process shouldn't take more than 30 minutes and you will notice an almost immediate improvement.

What does a Stage 3 remap do?

The stage three remap takes into account larger upgrades and can improve already powerful, larger turbo engines and injectors. The stage three software is intelligently developed to build upon proven quality engine modifications. As the user you can opt for your preferred turbo charger, exhaust and air intake upgrade.

Is Stage 2 tune safe?

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