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adseybear



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Alive td5 remap
Well, I finally bit the bullet and on a trip back from Yorkshire, popped in to see Gary at Alive.

Why I didnt get round to doing this in 4 years of ownership I dont know.

Nothing too serious was in order, just a nice stage 1 remap and a check over.

Gary tweaked his map to suit my landy and my requirements, and on the 5 hour drive back home, all I can say is wow. Once I'd finished being a child, its just so much more relaxing to drive. It now feels its effortlessly cruising at 70-80mph, and for this reason so far I seem to be seeing slightly improved fuel economy. Also has tonnes of grunt for those 4th gear overtakes on country roads.

I couldnt be happier and I'm still grinning! Mr. Green

As for Gary and Alive, faultless service Thumbs Up


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I.AM_a driver



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Hmmmm, sorely tempted. Might try to stop in on my way to/from Peterborough as its a bit far to go just for that. How long did it take to do? Mark S
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JWL



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Go on Mark you know you should! You certainly won't regret it Thumbs Up
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adseybear



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Well, I'm sure you can appreciate it was far more than a case of simply plugging in and sticking a map on there.

After having a chat, a cuppa, test drive in standard form, checking she was in full health, then 3 or 4 runs tweaking the map another chat, a look round all the goodies, etc etc. I was out in a couple of hours. Gary really meant it when he said that when he quotes for the map, he'll be there for hours if that's what it takes for us to both be happy.

It really is worth doing, totally transformed, best way I can describe it is she's now far more car like. Less lag, more grunt, much more relaxed cruising. 2003 Defender 90 Td5 CSW Belize Green - "Betty"
1958 Series IIA 109 Station Wagon - "Randolph" - Awaiting Restoration
2019 Jeep Wrangler JL Rubicon - SOLD
2006 Volvo V70 D5 - Ocean Race Edition, SOLD
2003 VW Passat Estate 1.9TDI - SOLD
2008 BMW 320D M Sport Estate - SOLD
2001 Defender 90 Td5 Hard Top - SOLD
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Scotland 2002 Defender 90 Td5 CSW Oslo Blue
Just so I can plan how long I'd need to stop if I was getting it done. Have you had much of an increase in insurance premium? Mark S
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Post #237969 23rd May 2013 11:05am
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adseybear



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No comment 2003 Defender 90 Td5 CSW Belize Green - "Betty"
1958 Series IIA 109 Station Wagon - "Randolph" - Awaiting Restoration
2019 Jeep Wrangler JL Rubicon - SOLD
2006 Volvo V70 D5 - Ocean Race Edition, SOLD
2003 VW Passat Estate 1.9TDI - SOLD
2008 BMW 320D M Sport Estate - SOLD
2001 Defender 90 Td5 Hard Top - SOLD
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diesel_jim



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What upgrade did you get? stage 1?


Actually, does anyone know what "stage1" and "stage2" actually refer to? because every tuners "tune" will be different.

Ok, stage 1 is usually 30~50bhp, but there doesn't seem to be any set values for it.

anyway, glad you're happy with your new-found performance Thumbs Up Thumbs Up
Post #237982 23rd May 2013 11:58am
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adseybear



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Stage 1 seems to apply to just a remap, stage 2 usually involves going a bit further and adding an updated intercooler too.

I'm not fussed about exact figures, Gary was explaining that every engine will be slightly different, and then the tune is also different for different vehicles so its impossible to give an exact figure.

I'm very happy with it, however it's now highlighted that a set of discovery gears are probably in order. 2003 Defender 90 Td5 CSW Belize Green - "Betty"
1958 Series IIA 109 Station Wagon - "Randolph" - Awaiting Restoration
2019 Jeep Wrangler JL Rubicon - SOLD
2006 Volvo V70 D5 - Ocean Race Edition, SOLD
2003 VW Passat Estate 1.9TDI - SOLD
2008 BMW 320D M Sport Estate - SOLD
2001 Defender 90 Td5 Hard Top - SOLD
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adseybear



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Yes, I got a "stage 1". Initially quite a mild well rounded map that we tweaked to give a little bit more in places, tested to ensure it remained smoke free. 2003 Defender 90 Td5 CSW Belize Green - "Betty"
1958 Series IIA 109 Station Wagon - "Randolph" - Awaiting Restoration
2019 Jeep Wrangler JL Rubicon - SOLD
2006 Volvo V70 D5 - Ocean Race Edition, SOLD
2003 VW Passat Estate 1.9TDI - SOLD
2008 BMW 320D M Sport Estate - SOLD
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barbel jim



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stage 1 appears to be 30-50 extra gee-gees as you say, but also tends to be maximum without fitting an intercooler. stage 2 will yield another 20+ ponies, but requires an intercooler Whistle

Insurance roughly £20-50 depending on your provider.

Adsey Thumbs Up Whistle
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adseybear



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Still shocked Shocked

Just had a service and the exhaust manifold fixed


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Coming home, put my foot down to overtake a van, after passing 4 cars further down the road and doing a silly speed, I just said wow. Whistle 2003 Defender 90 Td5 CSW Belize Green - "Betty"
1958 Series IIA 109 Station Wagon - "Randolph" - Awaiting Restoration
2019 Jeep Wrangler JL Rubicon - SOLD
2006 Volvo V70 D5 - Ocean Race Edition, SOLD
2003 VW Passat Estate 1.9TDI - SOLD
2008 BMW 320D M Sport Estate - SOLD
2001 Defender 90 Td5 Hard Top - SOLD
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DRW58



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Remap costs
Can I be rude and ask how much your stage one re map cost, I'm considering the same, but have no real idea of the cost involved.
I do however like the sound of improved performance both at the top of the range but also at the lower torque end of the spectrum.
Thanks Dave I built a garage for my Mini
With a place for everything and everthing in its place.
Ten years down the line there's a Mini in there somewhere, and Censored all's where it should be!!!! Ho hum
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Trossachs turbo



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Dave,I had my stage 1 done in Birnham Dunkeld last year,good job using autologic I think.he pointed out that the manifold had two sheared studs, which I dealt with using JE engineering kit. Cost of the remap was £ 315 I think.This did not include the egr removal,which I did this year
Post #253111 22nd Jul 2013 9:59pm
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adseybear



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£300 with my defender2 discount.

As previously mentioned before, thats not a plug in laptop jobby, thats Gary will go out on the road for a couple of hours if needed tuning it to what you/he feels is best. 2003 Defender 90 Td5 CSW Belize Green - "Betty"
1958 Series IIA 109 Station Wagon - "Randolph" - Awaiting Restoration
2019 Jeep Wrangler JL Rubicon - SOLD
2006 Volvo V70 D5 - Ocean Race Edition, SOLD
2003 VW Passat Estate 1.9TDI - SOLD
2008 BMW 320D M Sport Estate - SOLD
2001 Defender 90 Td5 Hard Top - SOLD
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Pickles



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adseybear wrote:
Well, I'm sure you can appreciate it was far more than a case of simply plugging in and sticking a map on there.

After having a chat, a cuppa, test drive in standard form, checking she was in full health, then 3 or 4 runs tweaking the map another chat, a look round all the goodies, etc etc. I was out in a couple of hours. Gary really meant it when he said that when he quotes for the map, he'll be there for hours if that's what it takes for us to both be happy.

It really is worth doing, totally transformed, best way I can describe it is she's now far more car like. Less lag, more grunt, much more relaxed cruising.

"More than simply a case of plugging in".....Absolutely the most important aspect, & the reason why you have such a good result.
I've got no time at all for those generic "chips"....because every engine IS different, & invariably it is the skilful & careful tuner himself that will get the best out of any remap.
At this stage, I don't know anyone in Melbourne who knows Landrovers well enough to do this.
Glad you got a good job.
Cheers, Pickles.
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