Thinking about a tune

[1st Gen]

I was going to go with the COBB unit but a buddy at work says a dyno tune is the only way to go after mods.
I see IE has a tune as well.
After modding phones, computers, and a previous car build, I'm fully aware of the possibility of generic code not doing what it's intended to do.
Is there a path forward that doesn't include cashing in a savings bond?

 

[Saabingti]

What sort of modding have you done? Unless you've done extensive engine work, a custom dyno tune is unnecessary.

The OTS tunes from the big names are tried and true, no real need to worry about bad code.

 

[jay745]

Yeah, the tunes for these cars aren't super sensitive to mods like other platforms. Unless you're going for huge power dyno tuning is a waste of money

 

[supreme_gti]

I was going to go with the COBB unit but a buddy at work says a dyno tune is the only way to go after mods.
I see IE has a tune as well.
After modding phones, computers, and a previous car build, I'm fully aware of the possibility of generic code not doing what it's intended to do.
Is there a path forward that doesn't include cashing in a savings bond?

Unitronic ECU tune files are proper. Make sure you fix all the weak spots first prior to tuning.

 

[1st Gen]

This is good information. Thanks.

 

[Alpinee30]

Nothing wrong with Cobb and you can also adda tune from Stratified. Can be purchased as a kit from them Aswell. Stratified tunes are way better than the OTS COBB .

 

[aspro_gti]

Nothing wrong with Cobb and you can also adda tune from Stratified. Can be purchased as a kit from them Aswell. Stratified tunes are way better than the OTS COBB .

Based^ I second this
Especially if you have a K04

 

[GolNat]

If you just want to tune and move on APR or Unitronic. If you want the ability to tweak and modify COBB with a none COBB tune.