Is stage 1 or 2 better?
Stage 2 tuning delivers greater power gains than Stage 1 but requires supporting hardware upgrades to function effectively. These modifications, such as a performance exhaust, intercooler, and upgraded intake system, help optimise airflow and cooling. When going to a stage 2 tune, its important to be able to feed enough cold air into the turbo for maximum power. At stage 1 you can get away with the stock intercooler but at almost twice as large, the Race Intercooler is needed for stage 2 and above.Stage 2 tuning requires a decat downpipe or high-flow sports catalyst, upgraded air intake system, larger intercooler, and a spark plug and ignition coil upgrade.Stage 2 Tuning Overview: Typical Hardware: Cold air intake, cat-back or catless exhaust, upgraded intercooler (turbo engines) Horsepower Gains: 40-80 HP depending on platform. Drivability: Maintains good street manners while providing significant performance improvement.
Can you go straight to stage 2?
While most car owners start with a stage 1 remap before progressing to stage 2, this isn’t necessary – so you can theoretically take your car for whichever stage of ECU remapping you want. The stages of remaps aren’t a required order and just refer to the extent of work they entail. While most car owners start with a stage 1 remap before progressing to stage 2, this isn’t necessary – so you can theoretically take your car for whichever stage of ECU remapping you want.Will a remap affect my car’s fuel efficiency? A Stage 2 remap can actually improve your car’s fuel efficiency by optimizing the engine’s performance. By improving the air and fuel flow and increasing the combustion efficiency, your car will use fuel more efficiently, resulting in better gas mileage.Yes, you can go straight for a stage 2 remap or whichever stage of remapping you prefer. It is essential, however, to bear in mind that most cases of higher stages of remapping necessitate corresponding hardware modifications to ensure the vehicle can safely and efficiently handle the increased performance levels.
Is stage 2 safe for cars?
Stage 2 tuning takes performance to the next level by adding supporting hardware modifications along with an ECU remap. At this stage, the stock components of the car start becoming bottlenecks, and replacing them allows the engine to breathe better and handle increased power levels safely. ECU tuning involves modifying the fuel and spark maps of an engine. Many modern engines also have controls for camshaft timing and many other items that can affect power output. RRT has partnered with the premier tuners in the country to deliver to you an increase in horse power and torque.Tuning the ECU doesn’t just boost throttle response and fuel efficiency, it also improves power and torque.