Ford Focus - Wise to superchip 1.6 tdci 113k on clock?

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Sat 9 Mar 2013 13:51
Ford Focus - Wise to superchip 1.6 tdci 113k on clock? - gadgesxi

i tow a caravan and after a little more power. im thinking there are too many miles on the clock? but i do an oil change every 6-8k anyway, so maybe not too bad?

what do you think?

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Sat 9 Mar 2013 14:05
Ford Focus - Wise to superchip 1.6 tdci 113k on clock? - Collos25

In my opinion the implications with insurance and the DVLA its not worth the risk.

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Sat 9 Mar 2013 15:15
Ford Focus - Wise to superchip 1.6 tdci 113k on clock? - RT

Given the towing limit of the Focus 1.6 TDCi (1200kg) and the kerbweight (around 1400kg) both versions of that engine should tow a suitable caravan quite adequately in standard form.

Maybe the caravan is too big/heavy for the car ?

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Sat 9 Mar 2013 15:35
Ford Focus - Wise to superchip 1.6 tdci 113k on clock? - unthrottled

Chipping is for playtime, not towing.

Ever wondered why truck engines have a low specific output?

[hint: it's not because the drivers enjoy accelerating slowly]

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Sat 9 Mar 2013 17:33
Ford Focus - Wise to superchip 1.6 tdci 113k on clock? - Alf_Hooker

Forget all about chipping this engine, its already got a reputation for fragility, and at this mileage it will be nicely bedded in. changing things will likely bring about its destuction.

Change it for a 2.0 TDCI if you need more power, much better.

if you keep it make sure you change the oil very regularly and use good quality stuff, otherwise the EGR valve soots up and b&ggers the turbo.

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