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TURBOCHIP GOES FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH
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fisherman
 


Member Since: 16 Jan 2007
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Wales 

Had to cancel mine due to some work being carried out by stealer on wednesday. I was told by Alistair that the remap was completely undetectable by the stealer systems, but I bet they'd know if they drove it. I'll be interested in your update Swifty. FFRR 2017 4.4SDV8 Autobiography. Cost so much I must be mad!
D4 HSE 2012 Like a second wife, more expensive but goes better! I almost cried this time!
D3 HSE 2006 (Almost 8 years together, true love)
Land Cruiser VX 1994 11 years together, wife cried when I p/ex'd for my D3  
Post #1275485th Feb 2007 1:11 am
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LRtuning
 


Member Since: 22 Feb 2005
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2006 Discovery 3 TDV6 SE Auto Adriatic BlueDiscovery 3

The upgrade cannot be detected by LR dealer tools but of course if you drive the car 'against' a standard vehicle it will be obvious Smile  
Post #1275895th Feb 2007 9:59 am
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Chocolate
 


Member Since: 20 Dec 2006
Location: Yorkshire
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United Kingdom 2005 Discovery 3 TDV6 SE Manual Zambezi SilverDiscovery 3

Can somebody technical PLEASE explain the Black Smoking issue associated with chipping, I know there are other forum members wanting this answered, thanks

Banging Head Banging Head 

Car of the Year 2005, 2006 and 2007, Best Large 4x4
Top Gear "Best Car In The World"
4x4 Magazine "Best 4x4 In The World"

2005 D3 2.7 TDV6 SE Manual, Zambezi Silver, Ebony Powered/Heated Leather, Privacy Glass, Side protection, Parrot CK3200LS Bluetooth Phone Kit, 18" Type 2 Alloys, Bi-Xenons, and Tasmods Stainless Steel sill trims, MANTEC Protection  
Post #1278345th Feb 2007 11:22 pm
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Martin
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Location: Hook Norton
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United Kingdom 2006 Discovery 3 TDV6 SE Manual Buckingham BlueDiscovery 3

Black smoke is soot caused by overfuelling and/or high cylinder temperatures. Alternatively it can be soot dislodged from the exhaust system. 06 D3 SE / 15 LR D90 XS SW / 88 LR 90 Td5 / 68 BMW 2000 ti
Any issues with the site let me know!  
Post #1278365th Feb 2007 11:34 pm
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wiggs
 


Member Since: 03 Sep 2006
Location: Manchester
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United Kingdom 2015 Discovery 4 3.0 SDV6 HSE Auto Fuji WhiteDiscovery 4

Chocolate wrote:
Can somebody technical PLEASE explain the Black Smoking issue associated with chipping, I know there are other forum members wanting this answered, thanks

Banging Head Banging Head


Dont know if its directly associated with chipping but here's a guide to diesel smoke..

http://www.uniteddiesel.co.uk/diesel-engine-smoke.php G4 Gone ...but not forgotten  
Post #1278566th Feb 2007 1:23 am
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Swifty
 


Member Since: 13 Sep 2006
Location: here
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England 2005 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Auto Adriatic BlueDiscovery 3

WOW -

No black smoke. Lots of power. No turbo Lag. Improved MPG.

Ive done a 190 mile trip follwoing the remap earlier today.

I cruised at 95 for over 120 miles on the M5 (allowing for occasional slower vehciles) and returned just over 24 MPG on the trip

I hit the M42 in peak - doing around 50mph for that camera controlled section and was up to 28MPG

I used Cruise Control on the North Devon Link Road, and it maintained its high speed, where it usually struggles on the hills.

It makes such a diffefrence - my average MPG on the same route on the way out (although slightly different traffic conditions) was 18mpg.

O - and I took an RRS HSE on the Roundabout at J24 M1 from the lights, on drag race accelleration. Sweeet.

To quote a favourite weekend partner of mine "i'm lovin' it"  
Post #1284277th Feb 2007 10:41 pm
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DG
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Member Since: 12 Dec 2005
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Wales 

Swifty wrote:
To quote a favourite weekend partner of mine "i'm lovin' it"


Does she work in McDonalds then ? Wink 21 year LR veteran > D2 GS 2003 > D3 S 2006 > D3 HSE 2009 > D4 HSE 2013 > D4 HSE 2015 > D5 HSE 2018 > DS HSE R-Dynamic P300e 2021  
Post #1284317th Feb 2007 10:50 pm
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Swifty
 


Member Since: 13 Sep 2006
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well she has great buns Rolling with laughter  
Post #1284347th Feb 2007 10:56 pm
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DG
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Rolling with laughter Rolling with laughter Bow down Thumbs Up 21 year LR veteran > D2 GS 2003 > D3 S 2006 > D3 HSE 2009 > D4 HSE 2013 > D4 HSE 2015 > D5 HSE 2018 > DS HSE R-Dynamic P300e 2021  
Post #1284367th Feb 2007 11:01 pm
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NICKNICK
 


Member Since: 14 Jul 2006
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No smoke with my TC.
TC also sorted to redo the remap via my dealer after the LR enhancement (lucky my dealer, Stratstone, offers TC inhouse)

I have said it before on here but imo the TC upgrade is essential for onroad driving,

I would not have purchased a Disco 3 if i had not read the reviews on here of the TC upgrade before buying.  
Post #1284377th Feb 2007 11:02 pm
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Swifty
 


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England 2005 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Auto Adriatic BlueDiscovery 3

NICKNICK wrote:

I would not have purchased a Disco 3 if i had not read the reviews on here of the TC upgrade before buying.


likewise Nick - and 24 hours later, its got better as the AUto Box has adapted to the new power...  
Post #1288028th Feb 2007 11:15 pm
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Wex
 


Member Since: 16 Apr 2007
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Ireland 2006 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Manual Bonatti GreyDiscovery 3

Just to let anyone on this side of the water thinking of trying Turbochip.My recent installation by one of the boardmembers Chris Tyler has been well worthwhile.For those who tow a lot the difference in power/torque is phoenomenal and for those who love that extra bit of umph is a serious must.Ok it does cost a few quid but with the xtra mpg it shouldn't be long before it pays for itself and after thats done it will save you a few quid. Thumbs Up

I havent seen a puff of black smoke to boot ! Wink

Chris can be contacted via his profile , failing that pm or email me and Id be happy to pass you his details.  
Post #15271027th Apr 2007 6:04 pm
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dgrr
 


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England 2006 Discovery 3 TDV6 HSE Auto Bonatti GreyDiscovery 3

For those who've had the TC treatment, the pros seem to far outweigh any cons, but... although I think someone already asked the question in another thread, it's worth asking again, so no apology for repetition Wink :

Has there ever been a published independent test/review of a regular D3 versus a TC'd D3, with all the associated performance-related results? Let alone the regular motoring press, have none of the LR-oriented titles ever covered this? DGRR  
Post #1538552nd May 2007 11:15 am
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DiscoDad
 


Member Since: 06 Nov 2006
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United Kingdom 2014 Discovery 4 3.0 TDV6 HSE Lux Auto Fuji WhiteDiscovery 4

I'd like to see a few more recommendations from '07MY owners on this subject if at all possible.

Can't decide whether to take the plunge. Back in the game!  
Post #1539122nd May 2007 3:27 pm
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JMC
 


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Scotland 

DiscoDad wrote:
Can't decide whether to take the plunge.

Does this go for group-buys too where you have signed up but not responded to payment requests Confused

http://www.disco3.co.uk/forum/topic10914-26.html The older I get, the more I realise that people confuse wrinkles for wisdom Smile
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