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06-18-2007, 03:20 AM
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so what do I need to get to interface with the ECU? I have a laptop. Do I get the Vag software from ross-tech? And what cable do I need? I want to keep this cheap-under 100$. I have a 2001 1.8 Any advice. Is it worth getting. I am sick of the CEL going off.
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06-18-2007, 05:54 AM
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you will never get one under 100...you lookin at at least 300 and they are well worht it you use it like 5 times and it is paid for
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Understeer is when you hit the wall with the front of the car and oversteer is when you hit the wall with the rear of the car. Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall and torque is how far you take the wall with you.
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06-18-2007, 12:06 PM
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You can get a cheap vag cable from ecstuning.com and use and old version of vagcom available on ross-tech's website. However, the old versions are basic when compared to the new versions.
Plus, you will get NO tech support from ross-tech if you use a 3rd party cable. I ended up just biting the bullet and getting mine through ross-tech. It is worth the money, period. Pony up the cash and do it right.
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Mike Serrone 2008 Candy White GTI DSG / ///BARBUG: my former ride / There is no substitute.
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06-18-2007, 05:23 PM
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I suppose it is worth the tech support alone, thanks for the advice
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06-18-2007, 09:27 PM
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plus the software alone is 100 bucks
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06-20-2007, 12:31 PM
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I agree it's cheapest to just buy the product outright from www.ross-tech.com. However, I did buy a third party cable $15, software $99 and used it as is for awhile. I was able to check and clear codes as well as make a few adjustments. Luckily, www.ross-tech.com does offer upgrades which amounts to the difference in cost of the software and cable. In the end, I was out $15 going this route.
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06-20-2007, 03:58 PM
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What you need... go here
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It's well worth every penny. 
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