V70 tdi chip change

[artiedtke]

Originally Posted by martin_r_smith

Right, finally got around to getting the car on the dyno. So I was hoping for 160 bhp and maybe 250 ft/lb torque (standard being 140/214). After 2 runs it was clear I was wrong but in a good way........ The result was 170 bhp and 270 ft/lb of torque! So I was very pleased to say the least considering it was £144. Another plus point the smoke was minimal and my fuel consumption has been greatly improved ( if not lead footing it obviously) 49.3 mpg over 3 tanks full. So all in all very pleased with my purchase. I have graphs if anyone wants to see them.

Would be nice if you could post the graphs on here.

Very interested.

[martin_r_smith]

Will do after work tomorrow buddy. I think you will be as amazed as I was at the power and torque curves, both smooth and the power held right until the redline. The only dip in the curve was the usual initial opening of the wastegate.

[artiedtke]

Thanks.

Tempting still... but I cant imagine what it would do to the front tyre wear, which is already diabolical on the TDI.

Reports from members on here is that it 'feels' as quick as a stock T5 ?

[martin_r_smith]

Having owned both I would say they are correct, although the tdi picks up a lot quicker but does run out of steam before the t5, but to 80mph no contest. As far as tyre wear goes it all depends on how you drive it really, mine is no worse than standard.

[martin_r_smith]

Right here we go.....

[tonka12]

Have you got the info on the tuning box martin as it sounds good to me cheers russ

[martin_r_smith]

http://www.tuning-diesels.co.uk/products/ronbox-vp/

The one you want buddy

[pezzaVR4]

Think I am gonng have to try one of these.. Just had my diesel timing reset by those great guys at volvo heaven, Lakes 4 volvos.. now chirping the tyres I have in 1st n sometimes 2nd. Still getting a whiteish blueish puff very very occassionally...

Still working well on yours Martin?

[pezzaVR4]

Martin I was wondering whether you can recall if the P1 TDi has an 8 or 10 pin injection pump plug please as this needs to be specified at the time of ordering and I dont have the car with me at the moment.

Thanks again

DeK

[martin_r_smith]

Yes still working great really. Cannot remember off the top of my head but if you email ron he should know.

I figured in the end that at 3/4 power (approx. 165bhp) I was getting nigh on 50 mpg normal driving too. Now however I am getting less because I've been tinkering more and now have lots more power