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Old 04-11-2011, 10:37 AM
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Could anyone tell me if I would need an after market ECU or would the standard ECU be 'ok' i know that the air flow will be increased...

The current mods are a after market 'cat back' tanabe exhaust and twin Hks induction kit, Hks blow off valve.. standard block, standard turbos..

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Old 04-11-2011, 11:57 AM
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It doesn't necessarily increase the amount of air, it just cools and condenses the air. Fmic will help lower your underhood temps and add some power but not a ton. A large Fmic you usually get to prepare for a larger turbo that's going to build more heat. As far as the Ecu, I don't see why it couldn't run off the stock one. If you start increasing boost and swapping to larger injectors, then you'll need an Ecu to get her properly tuned
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It doesn't necessarily increase the amount of air, it just cools and condenses the air. Fmic will help lower your underhood temps and add some power but not a ton. A large Fmic you usually get to prepare for a larger turbo that's going to build more heat. As far as the Ecu, I don't see why it couldn't run off the stock one. If you start increasing boost and swapping to larger injectors, then you'll need an Ecu to get her properly tuned
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Old 04-11-2011, 03:42 PM
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I was just concerned because ive spoken to a few people and they say i wouldnt be able to run a fmic off a standard ecu? im just worried about causing any damage thats all, i have the chance to get one but havent yet .. the ecu would obviously be costing in excess of £700, so i didnt want to be doing that unless i really need to... Thanks both of you
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I've also heard fords are reliable, but have yet to see it lol people talk and too many of them think they know more than anyone else. Take everything with a grain of salt lol. The MAP (manifold absolute pressure sensor) and intake air temp sensor will notice the changes from the Fmic and will adjust the fuel map accordingly.
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