Thread: My Review & Experiences of Bluespark Pro + Boost Tuning Chip

Agree with Squiggle - though the TDV6 is by no means a poor performer either, the SDV6 is just magnificent.

Understand why people might want to fiddle with the engine performance (more power = better mentality, plus promises of fuel efficiency), but I'm in the same camp as others: stock rocks. For these cars, I think money is better spent on a good 2-way, extra fuel/water tanks, spare/better tyres, 18" rims etc. I haven't yet had a situation where I'm at full throttle and wishing I had a bit more poke...

Having said all that, i'm intrigued by the EGR shut off available via remapping - especially as this seems to only have positive reviews regarding engine life and reduction in 'gunk' buildup at the intake/throttle. By all accounts the EGR exists only to satisfy a government regulation, rather than to provide the driver/vehicle any benefit.

I have a D3, you can't get a SDV6 or 3.0 TDV6...

slightly off topic..

I recently saw a D4 in Avalon NSW which had an exhaust upgrade which to me sounded like a great balance between sounding tough but without being loud or overbearing.

I'd be interested in same, like many others I don't tow or find myself lacking power even when offroad so I don't need a re-tune but does anyone else have an upgraded sounding exhaust, if so who makes them?? price etc

Luke - I have a customised exhaust...

Nice little note and a ButtDyno says slightly (very slightly) improved throttle response.
Keep in mind that the vehicle systems will prevent rapid spool up to maintain traction...

I did see an ever so slight fuel saving - not enough to recover costs for about 5 years

Is it worth it? Not really... but it sounds nice

I have heard similar feedback regarding exhaust upgrades

What about intercooler upgrades are they worthwhile

Anything that cools the charge air will have a benefit.

Add to that any tuning (regardless of method) and the reduction to EGTs will help longevity.

In the same way the vehicle feels "zippier" on a cool, dense air day, a more efficient Cooler will enhance performance and keep EGT lower.

Will this gain be significant on a 2.7? I'm not sure - I have no data to back up any statement.

I do hear from UK tuners that it does have an improvement. And there is 2 versions for 2.7.

A replacement unit and a larger unit.
The former fits in std position, the latter fits in front of the Condenser, Radiator etc.

Personally I will be upgrading at some stage but not chasing it as a priority. I don't tow on days over 40c at the moment out of mechanical sympathy

yea cool, I saw the larger intercooler, if I upgrade that is the unit I will be going to

Originally Posted by BeeJ

Awesome discomick
I have heard goo things about Steinbauer

Guessing you like snake oil too

I don't know. It was there so I have left it alone. No obvious problems so far. EGT seems to work, exhaust not black or obvious overfuelling.
The son has a chip on his Hilux and it does blow black smoke.