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Old 04-02-08, 10:13 AM
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Upgraded ECU needed?

All that was on the car was:

99 spec turbos, DP, CB.

The car seems to "skip" when started cold, so I am worried that the engine may be blown (even though it feels pretty good when warm).

Any thoughts if the prior owner may have popped it without knowing?

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You need an upgraded ECU when:

1. You want/need to run more than stock boost
2. You want/need to use larger injectors
3. You want/need to install an aftermarket turbo kit which is not based on the stock turbos
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Sweet - thanks Majik.

I assume this is also true for an upgraded fuel system.

Any wisdom to lend on the "missing" at startup?
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Originally Posted by revsteve
I assume this is also true for an upgraded fuel system.
That depends on what "upgraded fuel system" encompasses. If it's just a fuel pump, then that can be done on the stock ECU. If it's larger injectors, then you need an upgraded/programmable ECU to go with them.

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I'll get it up this weekend.
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