Hi All,

I thought I should share this with you all and especially anyone thinking of re-mapping their RR/RRS whether it be a TDV6 or a TDV8.

I have been fortunate enought to deal with Pete Bell (owner of Bell Auto Services - http://www.bellautoservices.co.uk/index.php) on the re-mapping of my Defender TDCi and have over the last 6 months enjoyed the increased power his re-map has offered with the switchable system having been adopted over the last 4 months

As well as owning the Defender you may well be aware that I have a RRS TDV8 which is now some 12 months old and has 12k on the clock having just had its first service a week or so ago.

When I first drove the TDV8 it took me about 15 seconds to make up my mind that I had to have one, due to the power, sound and shear fun of driving such a beast on the road. Since then I have always said they have more than enough power and that they did not really need to be re-mapped etc but could be a little more frugal when drinking the liquid called diesel.

As a result I contacted Pete who invited me down to his workshop to see what he could do - I kind of think he already knew but was keeping me guessing

So on Friday last I went down and spent the afternoon with him chatting about LR products in general as well as chatting about the TDV8. On the way down to York I averaged 24.3 MPG which is not bad for me, as the journey is a combination of dual carriageway and A roads.

He asked if I would agree to him re-mapping my RRS to see what I thought and if I was not happy he could put her back to standard.

It took him a short while and then said I could take her out for a drive and WOW what a difference

If you thought your TDV8 was quick then think again, me, now that the re-map is on she pulls stronger, sounds better with a slight increase in rear end burble, and is all together much smoother - not that she was not smooth anyway but she is just much more responsive and ready to go in any gear

After I returned Pete asked me what I thought and I instantly said "the map was on to stay but could I have a switchable system just in case I need to go back to the stealers etc" Obviously the answer was yes, so that was that

Pete asked that I re-set the trip computer and record the milage on the way home - he said this with a grin so I suspected something and guess what, doing the exact reverse journy I averaged 27.6 MPG which is a 3.3 MPG increase and with more power and instant throttle responce

Pete Bell, you are a GOD and many thanks for your help, patience and switchable re-map system  "UNDERSTEER" ----is when you hit the fence with the front of the car.
"OVERSTEER" ------is when you hit the fence with the rear of the car.
"HORSEPOWER" ----is how fast you hit the fence.
"TORQUE" -----------is how far you take the fence with you.

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Hi All,

Well I thought it time I wrote an up-date on the Bell Auto Services Switchable Re-map.

Since I had the re-map put on the TDV8 I have covered over 6000 miles and can honestly say I have not had any problems whatsoever

She has been into the stealers on 2 seperate occasions for work under wattanty and both times I have taken the re-map off and as soon as I get her back it is put back on (takes about 2 mins each time).

The TDV8 engine really does sound awesome and once the re-map is added she sounds even better with just a subtle amount of extra rumble from the back end.

With regards to the extra power, well again this is subtle but very noticable. The power is more instant and over the full rev range.

Fuel consumption is roughly the same overall, but on a long journey it is up slightly

Anyone thinking of a re-map, I would not hesitate in recommending Pete Bell and his switchable re-map  "UNDERSTEER" ----is when you hit the fence with the front of the car.
"OVERSTEER" ------is when you hit the fence with the rear of the car.
"HORSEPOWER" ----is how fast you hit the fence.
"TORQUE" -----------is how far you take the fence with you.

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Nice one Russell... well done, Pete  

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I was considering a remap for my tdv6 as my friend owns diamond tunning,when i asked about it he said he has heard a few storys about remapped tdv6's,he said that he has heard from other tuners that the tdv6 gearbox cant cope once its been remapped and that they have needed replacement gearboxes but then he hes also heard from other tdv6 owners that there has never been any issues with the gearboxs,anyone heard of any problems with the gearboxs once they are remapped ????

The TDV6's power is no problem for the Box, if your tuner looks inside he file he will find LandRovers recomended max working limit for the bos and the other engine related components in plane text.

well binary.

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ive just had my tdv6 rrs remapped by overfinch,the car had already had some sort of remapping previous to me buying it but it just didnt feel as quick as was suggested,the overfinch chip has been on since friday and WOW what a major differance,not only thru torque but also mpg.i also had the colour coded engine cover in back and grey with the overfinch logo which looks amazing. RRS-2.7hse overfinch engine upgrade-java black-ivory leather-22"overfinch supersports-hst bodykit-colour coded handles-side steps-09 clear rear lights and indicators-chrome wing mirrors-piano black interior and ivory overfich speedo dials.

Funny because i just seen an RRS by overfinch today while i was driving, they have a trick rear badge for the bottom of the tailgate

I want one hehe.


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Last edited by bellautos on Mon Mar 30 2009 7:24am. Edited 1 time in total

mark jolly wrote:

ive just had my tdv6 rrs remapped by overfinch,the car had already had some sort of remapping previous to me buying it but it just didnt feel as quick as was suggested,the overfinch chip has been on since friday and WOW what a major differance,not only thru torque but also mpg.i also had the colour coded engine cover in back and grey with the overfinch logo which looks amazing.

Sorry to make you sick but Overfinch are a Superchips dealer so you've just paid over the odds for your remap....I made the same unfortunate mistake many years ago

Bex,

I've heard exactly that more times than I can count...

Vogue wrote:

Bex,

I've heard exactly that more times than I can count...

It still amazes me how many people still get 'caught' out because they rely on the brand name

I'm sure I heard years ago that for some time B&O dvd players were actually Phillips units underneath the 'skin'

And no I didnt buy one and no you cant sell me a 2nd hand car or double glazing

but beyond people been "caught" to that trap, is Superchips product any good, better or worse than those discussed in this forum (by our site sponsors)


PS. @Mods: if you think that we need to open a new thread no problem 2009 Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 SE, Alaska White, Almond leather, tinted windows, active rear diff, tow pack, HiICE, full spare: gone and already missed

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Overfinch must have changed suppliers then because the program they were using was supplied by Turbochip. Who also supply Autologic and Racing Green (and no doubt a few others) last time I looked into it about 3 years ago.

So I went with JE on my TDV6 who make and sell their own product tested on LR's. TDV6 - gone
TDV8 - gone
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bex wrote:

mark jolly wrote:

ive just had my tdv6 rrs remapped by overfinch,the car had already had some sort of remapping previous to me buying it but it just didnt feel as quick as was suggested,the overfinch chip has been on since friday and WOW what a major differance,not only thru torque but also mpg.i also had the colour coded engine cover in back and grey with the overfinch logo which looks amazing.

Sorry to make you sick but Overfinch are a Superchips dealer so you've just paid over the odds for your remap....I made the same unfortunate mistake many years ago

Never mind. As long as you are happy. Hope the cover was free  TDV6 - gone
TDV8 - gone
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