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Dartman the one



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I think that is reasonable LfW, though we are still waiting for someone who has done it to report. (if anyone has) Smile my PC is slightly to the right of Genghis
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Mikey



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Dartman the one wrote:
I think he was asking about improvements to the SD4 not Freelys in general, as I said before with a manual it is usual to get improvements, an auto is more questionable. The tuning box depending on its software (assuming it has some Laughing ) the OBC can read optimistically regarding mpg.


I saw an improvement of 4 mpg on my Auto Disco 3, again, mapped by Alive Thumbs Up

Mapped properly, and like for like driving, almost everything will an improvement in economy. But you should never map for economy in the first place Thumbs Up

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had my 07 auto remapped 6 months ago had 3 options.
1 economy. 2. a general mix. 3. power tune.
I went for the mixed setting because of towing a twin axle caravan .
what a difference more power, torque and yes economy 4mpg better wether towing or solo.
well worth having it done

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Thanks guys. So ALIVE sounds like a good option.
I didn't know if the SD4 Auto would get much benefit but you lot reckon up to 4 mpg ? Better than nothing if you get a bit more torque as well.

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Mav71



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Mikey wrote:
blacktiger wrote:
Mikey wrote:


Alive Tuning remap.

2010 TD4.E, manual, 130k miles Thumbs Up


I asked a similar question as the OP a while ago and got all sorts of stuff about how any more power will overload the clutch and gearbox.
So my question to Mikey is what tune did you put on your TD4e? And has it affected anything in the drive train?


Just a normal tune from Alive Tuning, around 185bhp. Could have got more power if I asked for it, but it's the wife's car, so not much point. It will likely receive a decat and big intercooler in the summer, which will see it close to 200bhp, which is more than enough for her

We got the car at 126k, it was remapped the same week. In 4k miles, there have been no adverse effects on the drivetrain, or clutch/DMF. And it's much more fun to drive now Mr. Green


You won't see a genuine 200bhp, as the duty cycle of 160PS TD4 injectors max's out at around 187bhp. Freelander 2 HSE Lux 2013MY - Barolo Black with Ivory Leather. Alpine DVD - Privacy -Evoque 20" Dynamic Wheels and more to come.........

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There is no reason why an SD4 wouldn't see the same kind of fuel economy increases under the right driving conditions.

I am in the process of doing mine as we speak. I have sent my Superchips Bluefin back to Superchips to be re-configured from my old TD4 to my current SD4 Auto.

ALIVE Tuning is a very good option, but don't discount Superchip's Bluefin. Bluefin will allow you to re-install the standard map if you wish. Bluefin was excellent on my old FL2. Freelander 2 HSE Lux 2013MY - Barolo Black with Ivory Leather. Alpine DVD - Privacy -Evoque 20" Dynamic Wheels and more to come.........

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Lyndon Fraser



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Has anyone experience of having a SD4 (2013) auto re-mapped and what gain in performance and MPG, thank you.

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When I remapped my Disco TD5 auto the result was not only more power and torque but an annoying effect on the autobox - it would change down much more readily on pressing the accelerator - due to the increase in torque I presume. A manual gearbox would have been better as I could have stayed in a higher gear.

When I remapped my BMW the autobox was fine. So just a warning about possible undesirable effects on the autobox on the SD4 . Jules

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sid



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what do remaps cost on average Question

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Bluefin have an offer on at the moment!

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So has anyone had their Sd4 remapped and able to provide real life testimony of how it performs,? I'm interested in torque for towing and economy rather than outright power. Landrover - turning owners into mechanics since 1948

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Another thumbs up here for Bluefin but im on a Td4

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I've only had one car remapped that was a Nissan x trail at 113 bhp to 130 bhp plus, which made sense at the time for towing. It felt under powered but did make a big difference but with the SD4 I don't think it needs remapping. Your not going gain that much I wouldn't think. MY13 HSE LUX Aintree Green
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Badger51



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Bobupndown wrote:
So has anyone had their Sd4 remapped and able to provide real life testimony of how it performs,? I'm interested in torque for towing and economy rather than outright power.


Bluefin quote a 25hp & 78nm increase over stock, without an SD4 owner saying they've had it done, who knows but that would look a reasonable increase in torque to me.

Cheers,

Nick (Now Sold). 2008 Freelander 2 (Nazca Sand) SE TD4 Auto. Statutory write off & on WOVR for hail damage but still road legal.
171037Km as of 09/05/22
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Nanocom Evo II (also sold)

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