performance chip on Ebay do they work?

jasonc46 · Jul 10th, 2021, 16:18

Hi everyone I just got a 2007, v70 T5 really like it but I was just curios about moderate performance upgrades and I saw some options on ebay https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/232682169...EAAOSwW51dZknW
I just wondered are they legit? and further more are they safe when a car runs on LPG? What sort of easy upgrades do you all recommend with a budget of about £1k?

jasonc46 · Jul 11th, 2021, 10:57

anyone lol

Darlo 1 · Jul 11th, 2021, 13:53

Go and get a proper remap, if you want you engine to last stay away from these "performance" chips.

stuart bowes · Jul 11th, 2021, 16:37

I was quoted about 400 for a rolling road and remap.. assuming you get the same quote that leaves you 600 for a set of tyres which you'll no doubt be shredding at every set of lights

Simmy · Jul 11th, 2021, 19:29

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Originally Posted by jasonc46

Hi everyone I just got a 2007, v70 T5 really like it but I was just curios about moderate performance upgrades and I saw some options on ebay https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/232682169...EAAOSwW51dZknW
I just wondered are they legit? and further more are they safe when a car runs on LPG? What sort of easy upgrades do you all recommend with a budget of about £1k?

that sound expensive for a tuneing box with no back up or proof . they wont care if you wreck your engine get a good re map from some one like shem green at shemtec automotive lots of satisfied customers will back this up.

yomchi86 · Jan 8th, 2022, 22:22

Sorry for bumping an older post but for the sake of anyone looking into these Race Chips - I've got one on my 2007 XC70 D5 (the GTS Black Version with bluetooth module to allow changes from my phone-when parked up and safe of course).

RaceChips are made by a german company and have been tested extensively by various car enthusiasts and youtube channels (CarThrottle as an example). They do actually provide a warranty if your engine blows up as a result of using their chip (if engine is under certain amount of miles/years). The benefit of the chip is that you can also return it to 'stock' immediately (which you cannot with a remap). I've had remaps and chips on every diesel (and some petrols) I've owned so there are of course pros and cons to each. This chip is coded to your vehicle so it's not just a generic map type thing. If there are any issues like knocking/hesitation, you can receive updates over the air to your phone which uploads to the chip. Never had to use it but by all accounts the support is excellent.

Do I like mine? Absolutely. Was it easy to install? Without a doubt. Am I an idiot for using it on a a vehicle with 205k on the clock - most likely, but in fairness I have it set to 'eco' mode 90% of the time. Obviously Sport and Race mode will put additional stress on clutch/gearbox/driveshaft etc so as with any mods, use at your own risk. Also at the risk of sounding like the fun police, as with any mods, you should really inform your insurer to make sure you're covered in the event of an accident/theft etc.

Hope the above helps!

Simmy · Feb 6th, 2022, 15:27

yes but its still the price of a remap .plus its pointless if you drive round in eco mode.

stuart bowes · Feb 6th, 2022, 18:41

Also a d5 is somewhat easier to come by and replace if it goes wrong compared to a t5

Jul 10th, 2021, 16:18	#1
jasonc46 Junior Member Last Online: Sep 12th, 2022 22:40 Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: LONDON	performance chip on Ebay do they work? Hi everyone I just got a 2007, v70 T5 really like it but I was just curios about moderate performance upgrades and I saw some options on ebay https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/232682169...EAAOSwW51dZknW I just wondered are they legit? and further more are they safe when a car runs on LPG? What sort of easy upgrades do you all recommend with a budget of about £1k?

Jul 11th, 2021, 13:53	#3
Darlo 1 Lunatic. Last Online: Today 11:59 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: staffordshire	Go and get a proper remap, if you want you engine to last stay away from these "performance" chips. __________________ V40 1.9D 2004 620 miles to the tankful. 235000 miles on clock. Now sold, S60 D5 2004. I vape therefore I am.

Jul 11th, 2021, 16:37	#4
stuart bowes trying to be helpful Last Online: Today 13:25 Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Dagenham	I was quoted about 400 for a rolling road and remap.. assuming you get the same quote that leaves you 600 for a set of tyres which you'll no doubt be shredding at every set of lights __________________ V70 '01 auto petrol 2.4 (140) 70k ------------------------- mini project - link

Jan 8th, 2022, 22:22	#6
yomchi86 Junior Member Last Online: Nov 17th, 2023 21:13 Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Leeds	Hopefully helpful bump Sorry for bumping an older post but for the sake of anyone looking into these Race Chips - I've got one on my 2007 XC70 D5 (the GTS Black Version with bluetooth module to allow changes from my phone-when parked up and safe of course). RaceChips are made by a german company and have been tested extensively by various car enthusiasts and youtube channels (CarThrottle as an example). They do actually provide a warranty if your engine blows up as a result of using their chip (if engine is under certain amount of miles/years). The benefit of the chip is that you can also return it to 'stock' immediately (which you cannot with a remap). I've had remaps and chips on every diesel (and some petrols) I've owned so there are of course pros and cons to each. This chip is coded to your vehicle so it's not just a generic map type thing. If there are any issues like knocking/hesitation, you can receive updates over the air to your phone which uploads to the chip. Never had to use it but by all accounts the support is excellent. Do I like mine? Absolutely. Was it easy to install? Without a doubt. Am I an idiot for using it on a a vehicle with 205k on the clock - most likely, but in fairness I have it set to 'eco' mode 90% of the time. Obviously Sport and Race mode will put additional stress on clutch/gearbox/driveshaft etc so as with any mods, use at your own risk. Also at the risk of sounding like the fun police, as with any mods, you should really inform your insurer to make sure you're covered in the event of an accident/theft etc. Hope the above helps!

Feb 6th, 2022, 18:41	#8
stuart bowes trying to be helpful Last Online: Today 13:25 Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Dagenham	Also a d5 is somewhat easier to come by and replace if it goes wrong compared to a t5 __________________ V70 '01 auto petrol 2.4 (140) 70k ------------------------- mini project - link

Jul 11th, 2021, 10:57	#2
jasonc46 Junior Member Last Online: Sep 12th, 2022 22:40 Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: LONDON	anyone lol

Feb 6th, 2022, 15:27	#7
Simmy Premier Member Last Online: Today 11:26 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Manchester	yes but its still the price of a remap .plus its pointless if you drive round in eco mode.

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