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Hello All,
I know a lot of people have been wondering if the Racechip actually works or does anything at all. I hope this thread can shed some light on that. I don't have dyno results at this time and I may never have that but I have done a bit of testing with 40-60mph pulls using the Torque Pro App. So here is my setup and results.
I got my Racechip GTS on sale for $449.00 including the App control. They had a sale for $100 off.
So basically the Racechip GTS pushes peak boost from about 17 psi stock to 23 psi, which is a approximately 6 psi increase which is definitely able to be felt by the driver. I'd say if it's not +48hp/+85 lb-ft of torque then it's damn close. You can remove it at anytime in about 2 mins including the time to pop the hood. If you're looking for a bit more power but don't want a huge hassle with tuning, in my opinion this is a good option.
If anyone does get actual dyno results or real world time data like this please do share. No need to clog up the thread with any other crap like my XXX is better cause blah blah, without any data.
I know a lot of people have been wondering if the Racechip actually works or does anything at all. I hope this thread can shed some light on that. I don't have dyno results at this time and I may never have that but I have done a bit of testing with 40-60mph pulls using the Torque Pro App. So here is my setup and results.
Setup | Notes | |
Timed via: | Torque Pro App | |
Boost via: | Depo Racing WA5201LED via Manifold port. | Can't use Boost from ECU via OBD2 as this is being altered by the Racechip. |
Gear: | 3rd | |
Start Speed: | 35mph | To give time to build full boost |
Fuel Type: | 93 octane | |
Fuel Level: | 80% | |
Driver weight: | 200lbs | |
Cargo weight: | 28.5lbs | Diono 3R carseat, it's a heavy one. |
Road Grade: | Flat pavement (no hill) | |
Wind: | Very low to zero | |
Drive Mode: | Sport, Traction control off | |
Intake Mod: | SXTH Short Ram W/O BPV | |
Spark Plugs: | Stock |
Stock | Racechip Level 7 | ||
Peak Boost | 15-18 | 22-24 | psi |
40-60 Best | 2.99 | 2.49 | seconds |
40-60 Worst | 3.48 | 2.73 | seconds |
40-60 Avg | 3.20 | 2.60 | seconds |
General Notes: |
- When switching between off or on for the racechip you have to do a few pulls to get the boost to be more consistent and I believe for the ECU to get the timing to be more consistent as well. |
- The only thing the Racechip is doing is interrupting the Boost Signal for the Boost Solenoid and the MAP. |
- Sometimes Boost will surge (up and down) which can be felt in the butt dyno. The best times had none of that just a nice flat boost level/feel. |
- There was no wheel spin at anytime in 3rd gear. |
I got my Racechip GTS on sale for $449.00 including the App control. They had a sale for $100 off.
So basically the Racechip GTS pushes peak boost from about 17 psi stock to 23 psi, which is a approximately 6 psi increase which is definitely able to be felt by the driver. I'd say if it's not +48hp/+85 lb-ft of torque then it's damn close. You can remove it at anytime in about 2 mins including the time to pop the hood. If you're looking for a bit more power but don't want a huge hassle with tuning, in my opinion this is a good option.
If anyone does get actual dyno results or real world time data like this please do share. No need to clog up the thread with any other crap like my XXX is better cause blah blah, without any data.