POWERLOADER REGRETS
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Melting Slicks
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From: Chicagoland Illinois
POWERLOADER REGRETS
Anyone get Powerloaded and regret it??? Any warranty issues??? I have been thinking about this because of the write ups and the possibility that it would be better for the A4 to be powerloaded but am concerned about my factory warranty...I do not plan to do many mods and am not in a big hurry which should be a good match because I hear you have to wait with Steve Cole. Any thoughts??? :chevy :seeya
Burning Brakes
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From: Foothill Ranch, Ca Ca.
Re: POWERLOADER REGRETS (silversport)
Almost all users have yet regreted their purchases of Powerloader, including myself.
Waiting for it to arrive is a separate issue.
I wouldn't worry about your warranty. Dealer idiots will not know.
After "Loaded" with an A4, you will agree that this how a C5 should drive from factory.
[Modified by Da Kind, 8:15 AM 4/29/2002]
Waiting for it to arrive is a separate issue.
I wouldn't worry about your warranty. Dealer idiots will not know.
After "Loaded" with an A4, you will agree that this how a C5 should drive from factory.
[Modified by Da Kind, 8:15 AM 4/29/2002]
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Re: POWERLOADER REGRETS (Da Kind)
issues revolve around time and customer service.....plan your mods out VERY carefully and if you plan on changing or adding more in the future, you're probably better off with something like LS1edit or Ed Wright, etc....:cheers:
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Re: POWERLOADER REGRETS (jeffh355)
I think the bottom line is simply this:
If you have a handle on ALL your mods planned for the car (whether already done or planned for the future), then the Powerloader is a wonderful product to enhance any C5, especially the A4. Where folks are having problems is when they get the product and then do additional mods and have to send back the Powerloader for re-programming. Therefore, if you plan appropriately, you will no regreat this wonderful product IMHO.
Good Luck
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2002 Black/Black A4, 3.42 Rear, ZO6 Air Box Cover, Powerloader II
If you have a handle on ALL your mods planned for the car (whether already done or planned for the future), then the Powerloader is a wonderful product to enhance any C5, especially the A4. Where folks are having problems is when they get the product and then do additional mods and have to send back the Powerloader for re-programming. Therefore, if you plan appropriately, you will no regreat this wonderful product IMHO.
Good Luck
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2002 Black/Black A4, 3.42 Rear, ZO6 Air Box Cover, Powerloader II
Burning Brakes
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From: Glendora CA
Re: POWERLOADER REGRETS (BLK02C5)
I have to agree with BLK02C5, BUT don't wait until you can afford ALL the mods. This Forum is addicting and I started with a few then went nuts thanks to all the folks here. The PLII or other form of programming is a must to really enjoy your car. My PLII being in the shop for so long makes me do things at a slower pace so maybe it's a good thing it takes so long to get it back. Whatever you decide, get some kind of programming done.
Melting Slicks
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From: Huntington Beach CA
Re: POWERLOADER REGRETS (gnosys)
Agree with BLK02C5. The powerloader was, by far the best thign I have done for the A4. A loaded and non-loaded car are 2 different worlds. Like everyone says, it should have come like this from the factory.
However, I sent my loader back in early February and have recently purchased 3.42, a SY3500 and TransGo Shift Kit and my powerloader is nowhere in sight. All I can say is it is definitely worth it from a performance standpoint, but place your order and forget all about it. This is the second time I have had to do this. Then when it gets returned you'll have a pleasant surprise.
However, I sent my loader back in early February and have recently purchased 3.42, a SY3500 and TransGo Shift Kit and my powerloader is nowhere in sight. All I can say is it is definitely worth it from a performance standpoint, but place your order and forget all about it. This is the second time I have had to do this. Then when it gets returned you'll have a pleasant surprise.
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Re: POWERLOADER REGRETS (silversport)
No regrets here, I like the Powerloader because if you lose your PCM for any reason. All you will need to do is reflash it. The dealer can not help an A4 with 3.42 or 3.73 gear.
[Modified by wallstAL, 11:07 AM 4/29/2002]
[Modified by wallstAL, 11:07 AM 4/29/2002]
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Re: POWERLOADER REGRETS (silversport)
No regrets here, I like the Powerloader because if you lose your PCM for any reason. All you will need to do is reflash it. The dealer can not help an A4 with 3.42 or 3.73 gear.
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From: Palm Beach Shores, FL
Re: POWERLOADER REGRETS (BLK02C5)
I think the bottom line is simply this:
If you have a handle on ALL your mods planned for the car (whether already done or planned for the future), then the Powerloader is a wonderful product to enhance any C5, especially the A4. Where folks are having problems is when they get the product and then do additional mods and have to send back the Powerloader for re-programming. Therefore, if you plan appropriately, you will no regreat this wonderful product IMHO.
Good Luck
______________
2002 Black/Black A4, 3.42 Rear, ZO6 Air Box Cover, Powerloader II
If you have a handle on ALL your mods planned for the car (whether already done or planned for the future), then the Powerloader is a wonderful product to enhance any C5, especially the A4. Where folks are having problems is when they get the product and then do additional mods and have to send back the Powerloader for re-programming. Therefore, if you plan appropriately, you will no regreat this wonderful product IMHO.
Good Luck
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2002 Black/Black A4, 3.42 Rear, ZO6 Air Box Cover, Powerloader II
Melting Slicks
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From: Union City CA
Re: POWERLOADER REGRETS (oceanaire)
Actually I don't use the product anymore, but I found it to be great for A4 cars. Wait time, well that's been discussed, but still a good improvement over stock. I'm not sure the dealer will find out, unless they hook up a scanner. Never had the dealer give me issues since I never told them about the code.
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Re: POWERLOADER REGRETS (silversport)
Well....YOU ASKED!! The Powerloader is a great product..No doubt about it!! I've had it and it was the best mod I ever did at the time!! :yesnod: .....UNTIL I needed it reprogrammed for the carefully planned NEW modifications. Steve Cole disapointed...BIG TIME!!!
If you ever need a program for new and much anticipated mods ..well, you might as well throw the PLII into the abyss because you will NEVER see it again :yesnod:
If you ever need a program for new and much anticipated mods ..well, you might as well throw the PLII into the abyss because you will NEVER see it again :yesnod:
Burning Brakes
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From: Palm Beach Shores, FL
Re: POWERLOADER REGRETS (Buckmaster)
And we could have used that $500 for other things...............I would have been better off giving it to a crackhead at least they could have enjoyed it ;)
But so true!! :yesnod:
Burning Brakes
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From: Mt Isle Harbor NC
Re: POWERLOADER REGRETS (Y2K2C5)
I read that there was a difference in performance between the two, LS1 Edit and PLII. Does one tune the car better than the other? I am also looking to buy, I have a '99 A4 with no mods.
(just kidding REDLYNER no offence) And can you use LS1 edit over the PowerLoader program already in the car?