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Old 07-24-2001, 01:39 PM
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Default GIAC -vs- APR -vs- ABT Ok guys, whats the real deal on these...

Im sure this has been asked 1001 times by now, but even after searching the archives (not really helpful right now) and reading replies they seem to wonder off the topic.

So is there really any worth while difference for getting one over the other besides the cost? All the performance claims are within 2-3 of each other so it doesn't seem that one really out performs the other and could justify the price difference by referring customers to their numbers or use it as a selling point.

If you guys could list what Tuner you went with and why you did and/or <b>your experience(s)</b> with it and even other brands if you switched/changed for some reason!(not rumors or he said-she said) I would really appreciate! Because after reading the archives today and last night I still haven't really found a solid answer or good explanation. Are we just looking at name brand game, or something good?

Here are the break downs...


225C/R TT

- GIAC
257HP, 252FT/LBS (+32hp & +45 ft/lbs)
$495.00

- APR
254HP, 262FT/LBS (+29hp & +55 ft/lbs)
$499.00

- ABT
255HP, 260FT/LBS (+30hp & +53 ft/lbs)
$695

Thanks alot, this will really help b/c I might be picking up a 225 (coupe) this week!
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Default Ok..I will hop in with a ringer...MTM...as dyno tested...

two 225TTs...both with MTM chips and Forge Milltek exhausts (non resonated)...both run within one hour of each other...
255-262 HP
300-307 lbs torque

I am going to be 're dynoing' my set up 8/13 on a different 4 wheel dyno (newly installed) just for comparison.
If you are looking to chip...performance exhaust is a must...a few nice options now available...with that said I have the Forge Millteck and am totally pleased. Of course this post is IMHO....
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Default Re: Ok..I will hop in with a ringer...MTM...as dyno tested...

You have this chip in your TT right now? If so could you Email me some details and info about it?

Also, if you don't mind, I would love to see some pics of yours! Im looking to get the same color combo, if you could send me a link or pics I would really appreciate it! The more the better! Thanks...
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Default Link to better search engine if interested.

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Default so is it gonna be the S4 or a TT now? keeping options open eh?

welp..just to let you know, I have the Abt in both cars, I would go with no other....strong and smooth....i had APR in my previous 2000 A4, but to me, Abt is better.....also dosen't hurt that they are in my back ard either....
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Default Yepper...MTM is in the TT...she is called AMULETT...here are some pics...

first my set up (those who have heard this before take a coffee break ;-) is MTM ECU, F/M exhaust, Bilstein Sport struts/shocks, EBC brakes and a few other tricks..but for the pics...

<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/4128/amulett_at_wedgewood_ii.jpg">

The previous pic and this one was taken at our TT gathering at New Hope Pa. so they are recent...
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/4128/amulett_at_wedgewood.jpg">

This shows the TT with the Projectzwo grille...
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/4128/amulett_with_projectzwo.jpg">

and finally our two TTs (Ellen has the CHPSTTR 225TTR)

<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/4128/rear.jpg">

If you want more info go to http://members.home.net/eerickso

Enjoy!
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Default LOL! How are yah? Well, I finally...

gave up on the S4 =( Couldn't find a local dealer willing to go the extra mile to bring that combo in and the dealers I phoned were not to interested in making a phone deal. Just got to be to much of a pain in the ***. So Im after the next best thing
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Default Re: Yepper...MTM is in the TT...she is called AMULETT...here are some pics...

SOME FRIGGEN PEOPLE ARE TOO DAMN RICH....&lt;sigh&gt;
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Default if you are willing to give it a shot.....i can ask my dealership for you...

i've bought like 3 audis from them in the last year and a half....so i have a little pull there...where are you located and what did you want exactly? maybe i can help......
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ONLY TWO HAVE CHIPPED 225s!!?? Come on guys, help out!!!


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