fisherman
Joined: 16 Jan 2007
Location: Hornchurch Essex
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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. Will I get my rod in?
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LRtuning
Joined: 22 Feb 2005
Location: AUSTRALIA + UK
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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 
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Chocolate
Joined: 20 Dec 2006
Location: Yorkshire
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Can somebody technical PLEASE explain the Black Smoking issue associated with chipping, I know there are other forum members wanting this answered, thanks
 
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| Mon Feb 05 2007 11:22pm |
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Martin
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Joined: 06 Nov 2004
Location: Shoreham-by-Sea
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Black smoke is soot caused by overfuelling and/or high cylinder temperatures. Alternatively it can be soot dislodged from the exhaust system. DISCO3 Goodies in the Shop: Stickers, Polo Shirts, Fleeces and More! | D3 Parts For Sale
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| Mon Feb 05 2007 11:34pm |
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wiggs
Joined: 03 Sep 2006
Location: Manchester
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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
Dont know if its directly associated with chipping but here's a guide to diesel smoke..
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Swifty
Joined: 13 Sep 2006
Location: here
Posts: 245
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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"
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DG
Joined: 12 Dec 2005
Location: The Gaff !
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Swifty wrote:To quote a favourite weekend partner of mine "i'm lovin' it"
Does she work in McDonalds then ?  Powered by............................
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I've been accused of vulgarity. I say that's bullshit 
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| Wed Feb 07 2007 10:50pm |
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Swifty
Joined: 13 Sep 2006
Location: here
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well she has great buns 
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DG
Joined: 12 Dec 2005
Location: The Gaff !
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I've been accused of vulgarity. I say that's bullshit
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| Wed Feb 07 2007 11:01pm |
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NICKNICK
Joined: 14 Jul 2006
Location: uk
Posts: 98
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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.
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| Wed Feb 07 2007 11:02pm |
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Swifty
Joined: 13 Sep 2006
Location: here
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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...
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| Thu Feb 08 2007 11:15pm |
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Discowex
Joined: 16 Apr 2007
Location: Craggy Island
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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.
I havent seen a puff of black smoke to boot !
Chris can be contacted via his profile , failing that pm or email me and Id be happy to pass you his details.
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| Fri Apr 27 2007 6:04pm |
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dgrr
Joined: 04 Apr 2006
Location: York
Posts: 179
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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 :
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
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DiscoDad
Joined: 06 Nov 2006
Location: In a Lay-By!
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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.
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