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Old 07-09-2001, 08:42 PM
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Default Chipping advice wanted <more>

I'm sure this question has been addressed but the search function isn't giving me the threads I want. Can someone tell me or direct me towards threads on "When you should chip a car in regards to the mileage." Thanks!

This is pretty sad...my A4 hasn't even been delivered yet and I'm hungry to chip.
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Chip right after the break in if you wish.
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Seriously?? I was figuring 1000 miles for break in...seems everyone else like 1k
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????????? No comprende
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I took the more conservative route and waited until 5K.
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Same. Wait until after first service, just incase anything crops up.
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Default Sorry bout that. I was just going to do break in for 1000 miles...

then after whatever I consider break in (1000 miles in this case)its okay to chip?

sorry...excitement of getting a new car seems to have made my grammar and thought process a little messed up
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Hmm...advice taken....just curious, why are you selling your ECU w/chip? bad experience?
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Yep - any time after the orginal 1000 miles.
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Default Re: Yep - any time after the orginal 1000 miles.

I installed APR Stage II at 1000 miles and am extremely satisfied with it.
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