VW T5 1.9 TDI Remap After 250,000 Miles
Over 250,000 miles on the clock and still earning its keep. This 2004 VW T5 1.9 TDI was being converted into a camper, but the owner had noticed it struggling …
VW T4 1.9TD Camper Stainless Exhaust and Engine Tune-Up
A VW T4 1.9TD camper made the journey from Dudley to PP Tuning in Louth for a new stainless steel exhaust and engine tune-up. The job turned out to involve …
Remapping Questions Drivers Actually Ask, Answered
A remap changes the software controlling your engine, not the hardware, and that raises three questions almost every driver asks before booking one: is it legal, will it damage anything, …
Should a Remapped Diesel Van Smoke More Than Before?
Black smoke after a diesel remap almost always points to too much fuel being pushed in without the airflow, boost and timing settings to match. A generic, off-the-shelf tune loaded …
Will Remapping Cause Any Damage to My Engine?
A remap won’t damage a healthy engine when the calibration is well developed and matched to the vehicle’s condition. Most damage linked to remapping actually traces back to a poor …
Is Remapping Legal If You Keep the DPF and EGR?
Removing a DPF, EGR valve or AdBlue system takes your car or van off the road, legally speaking, no matter how well it runs afterwards. Remapping’s not the same thing, …
Will Remapping Void My Car’s Manufacturer Warranty?
A remap doesn’t void your entire manufacturer warranty. UK dealers can still refuse cover for powertrain failures such as engine, gearbox or turbo issues if they can show the remap …
Suffolk VW T4 1.9TD Campervan Remap – From 55bhp to 90bhp
A VW T4 1.9TD campervan remapped by PP Tuning in Suffolk went from a dyno-measured 55bhp to 90bhp, with torque rising from 123Nm to 197Nm. The van was significantly underperforming …
Why Didn’t My Car Come From the Factory Remapped?
Manufacturers detune engines from the factory for a few reasons: global safety margins that cover worst case fuel, climate and maintenance conditions worldwide, deliberate software restrictions used to create pricing …
Does Remapping Actually Improve Fuel Economy?
Yes, remapping can improve fuel economy, but how much depends on your engine and how you drive. Turbo-diesels typically see the biggest gains, around 5% to 15%, sometimes up to …
