IE Tune Cable?

[98A4TurboAWD]

I installed a K04 and I want to tune the car. I have emailed IE but I haven't gotten a response and I want to place an order ASAP.

Can I use my Ross tech cable that is tied to my VIN to load the tune files from IE? Or is the powerlink required?

I have searched and didn't find anything. If it's out there I apologize. Just don't want $300 worth of cables for this VIN if I can avoid it.

[bb-tt]

U need the powerlink cable.

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Think you just missed the sale also.

[98A4TurboAWD]

U need the powerlink cable.

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Think you just missed the sale also.

What was the sale?

[bb-tt]

Tax refund sale, may still be going on haven't been on their site in a couple weeks.

[98A4TurboAWD]

Tax refund sale, may still be going on haven't been on their site in a couple weeks.

Ahh, APR had a sale as well. My local dealer was going to honor the 10% discount despite the car not being ready for a tune just yet.

I decided to go with the IE tune to avoid needing to visit a dealer and have the ability to load my own tunes.

Purchased the tune and the dongle.

[bb-tt]

Having had both companies i think you made the right choice.

[Nick27]

Got IE STAGE 1 on my car the power in sport mode is very smooth and gets aggressive. Normal driving mode is well normal driving mode but still has that added power but u won’t notice it since the gear change isn’t as sharp. Stage 1 for me was noticeable but as much as they advertise or ppl say. I will be going stage 2 for that 3k and under boost that most of us want. I got a daily driver a4 so I don’t wanna mod the whole car. I went with IE due to the fact some tuners didn’t have my ecu and claim to have it but the tune didn’t work and they were there with me all the way sending logs back and forth during winter time and sorted me out. There customer service and there product will always stay with me.

[98A4TurboAWD]

Having had both companies i think you made the right choice.

Got IE STAGE 1 on my car the power in sport mode is very smooth and gets aggressive. Normal driving mode is well normal driving mode but still has that added power but u won’t notice it since the gear change isn’t as sharp. Stage 1 for me was noticeable but as much as they advertise or ppl say. I will be going stage 2 for that 3k and under boost that most of us want. I got a daily driver a4 so I don’t wanna mod the whole car. I went with IE due to the fact some tuners didn’t have my ecu and claim to have it but the tune didn’t work and they were there with me all the way sending logs back and forth during winter time and sorted me out. There customer service and there product will always stay with me.

This is good feedback to hear. I researched these companies for the last few days and it's hard to get a hard answer. What I found is that essentially they're all very similar. That's why for me it came down to easy and convenient installation, which IE offers.

[Nick27]

This is good feedback to hear. I researched these companies for the last few days and it's hard to get a hard answer. What I found is that essentially they're all very similar. That's why for me it came down to easy and convenient installation, which IE offers.

IE is the most bang for your buck with an at home tuning capability and the numbers are high up there compared to apr and cheaper.

[98A4TurboAWD]

Got IE STAGE 1 on my car the power in sport mode is very smooth and gets aggressive. Normal driving mode is well normal driving mode but still has that added power but u won’t notice it since the gear change isn’t as sharp. Stage 1 for me was noticeable but as much as they advertise or ppl say. I will be going stage 2 for that 3k and under boost that most of us want. I got a daily driver a4 so I don’t wanna mod the whole car. I went with IE due to the fact some tuners didn’t have my ecu and claim to have it but the tune didn’t work and they were there with me all the way sending logs back and forth during winter time and sorted me out. There customer service and there product will always stay with me.

Can you explain a little more detail about your customer service experience? They analyzed data logs and emailed you another tune to load?

[Nick27]

they analyzed my logs since I thought my car didn't accept the tune and after 5 logs sent to them emailing back and forth. they told me my car was running great and there is not revision firmware needed for me. I do believe they can and will tweak the tune if needed/possible. just that alone is what sets them apart from the competition. they have generic tunes but if in the event you run into a problem they will help you and tweak it out.

[98A4TurboAWD]

they analyzed my logs since I thought my car didn't accept the tune and after 5 logs sent to them emailing back and forth. they told me my car was running great and there is not revision firmware needed for me. I do believe they can and will tweak the tune if needed/possible. just that alone is what sets them apart from the competition. they have generic tunes but if in the event you run into a problem they will help you and tweak it out.

Mine should be here by Friday. Can't wait.

Thank you for your insight. I'll reach out to them if I have any issues.

[Nick27]

Mine should be here by Friday. Can't wait.

Thank you for your insight. I'll reach out to them if I have any issues.

Do you think an updated intercooler is worthy of spending money on for stage 2 or the stock one is fine? Seeing the number are only 25 hp and 30ft lbs more from stage 1 with the hfc...they say the FMIC is highly recommended

[bb-tt]

I was in central Fl so it was a necessity. The 3.0 TDI ic is nearly a direct fit and dirt cheap at rock auto. It kept up with stage 2 worth every penny for me. Added plus, it still looks stock. It could not prevent heat soak when i went to k04 even in winter in Dallas.

[Nano909]

Do you think an updated intercooler is worthy of spending money on for stage 2 or the stock one is fine? Seeing the number are only 25 hp and 30ft lbs more from stage 1 with the hfc...they say the FMIC is highly recommended

It's not about the power gains you get, it's about the cooling you get. Turbo cars love cooler air, and the stock system is pretty crappy. Buying an aftermarket intercooler should be at the top of everyone's list of mods.

Also stay away from other stock intercoolers. There's no point in taking out your stock intercooler just to put another stock one in. ECS sells their intercooler for like $250ish or with bigger charge pipes for $550ish.

[Iceman502]

Can you explain a little more detail about your customer service experience? They analyzed data logs and emailed you another tune to load?

Top two examples to date:

I ordered their high flow cat and downpipe on a Monday so that it would arrive on Friday. It didn't show so I called them to ask, and they checked with UPS to confirm UPS had "lost it." As a result, IE one day air mailed another one at no cost to me and it arrived on Sunday, so I still managed to get it installed that weekend as planned.

I recently installed their intake manifold, which involves disconnecting two sensors that stay unplugged, which throw fault codes and the check engine light. Through a couple emails and reflashes, they got the tune sorted out, and now there is no CEL.

They also have a customer support page on Facebook that is very active, with several of their guys frequently chipping in to answer questions.

[Nick27]

It's not about the power gains you get, it's about the cooling you get. Turbo cars love cooler air, and the stock system is pretty crappy. Buying an aftermarket intercooler should be at the top of everyone's list of mods.

Also stay away from other stock intercoolers. There's no point in taking out your stock intercooler just to put another stock one in. ECS sells their intercooler for like $250ish or with bigger charge pipes for $550ish.

https://www.eurosporttuning.com/auto...dd-on-kit.html
is that the one your talking about besides the 3.0 tai intercooler that is a gem fit? on Eurosport it says it will not fit hem direct charge pipe system....

[Nano909]

https://www.eurosporttuning.com/auto...dd-on-kit.html
is that the one your talking about besides the 3.0 tai intercooler that is a gem fit? on Eurosport it says it will not fit hem direct charge pipe system....

The entire kit is $480 right now on ECS. I'd jump on that deal.

[bb-tt]

The entire kit is $480 right now on ECS. I'd jump on that deal.

Or for a third of the cost you can get the tdi ic that is more than adequate for stage 2. There are multiple theads here on it.

[Nano909]

Or for a third of the cost you can get the tdi ic that is more than adequate for stage 2. There are multiple theads here on it.

Then if he goes K04 he'd have to buy another intercooler and do the installation again? Waste of time and money.

[Nick27]

Why does IE get 256 on stage 1 and the competition is up to 270-280 hp... does the tune actually make more on dyno then paper or is it just short of power...

[bb-tt]

Why does IE get 256 on stage 1 and the competition is up to 270-280 hp... does the tune actually make more on dyno then paper or is it just short of power...

which comp? just looked APR stg1 91 file shows same hp and less torque.

[Nick27]

B8.5 a4 91 apr stage 1 270hp/330 torque revo and giac and eurodyne are similar.
IE 91 stage 1 256 hp/ 322 torque.

Do the other coMpanies over averse or does IE actually make more?

[Chatchie]

I've had APR on 2 cars and it's been great. I know everyone hates APR but thier tunes we're both gnarly. If they had a flash at home Service like a flash loader they would be rolling in (more) cash.

My allroad hauls ass on stage 2 with a smidge of e85.