Losh's VR Ute build thread

[greenacc]

Does the ute drive better with the new O2 sensor?

 

[losh1971]

I think its a bit more responsive but not sure if I'm just imagining it. I will know more Saturday on my way back to Town. If i get back at a decent hour tomorrow i will fit the new memcal. With both the sensor and memcal Im hoping i can notice a decent improvement.

 

[greenacc]

The sensor should make a good improvement to your economy. Won't help if you keep fattening it hoping to find some extra power gains with the new memcal though.

 

[losh1971]

Mace claim that a reprogrammed memcal they sold me will help with economy as well as power.

 

[VS_Pete]

I think you should drive bare footed should help with economy.

 

[Lex]

Mace claim that a reprogrammed memcal they sold me will help with economy as well as power.

I would think the new memcal would have no effect on fuel economy or power until the extractors go on. Then you need to address the intake side of it (if you haven't already).

 

[losh1971]

From the Mace website regading VR V6 Memcals

WHY

Looking for the easiest improvement in horsepower, torque AND fuel economy on the market?

Fitting a performance MEMCAL to your VR V6 Commodore is easy and will provide measurable gains

in power and torque.Not only that, but your engine will make the power smoother, providing better acceleration.

You’ll even enjoy an improvement in fuel economy under normal driving conditions!

Sound too good to be true? Believe it.

WHAT

We work with a number of experienced engine tuners from around Australia to recalibrate the genuine Holden
MEMCALs that store your Commodore'™s tune. This means that there'€™s no dodgy soldering or modification
to the physical unit, so you can be sure of what you'€™re fitting to your pride and joy.

Each MEMCAL is recalibrated to suit your specific engine and gearbox type, as well as the model of Commodore you own.

Horsepower gains vary between different models and the condition of your particular engine. Our estimate is
a gain of about 8 to 12kW using standard 91-RON fuel, with an extra 2% using premium fuel.

Fuel economy gains will also vary between different models and the condition of your engine. Our conservative
estimate is an extra 40 to 50kms (V6) to the tank, but we would expect up to 100kms extra in some models.

The bottom line is that you WILL experience a fuel saving with our performance MEMCAL; even in a stock standard, unmodified Commodore.

HOW

Our performance MEMCALs feature recalibrated fuel and ignition parameters, meaning that your engine will be
more efficient; burning the fuel and air mixture cleaner, making more power. By adjusting these maps within
the tune of your Commodore'€™s MEMCAL, we fix the mass-production compromises Holden originally made, unlocking more power across the rev range and providing better fuel economy.

Our performance MEMCALs will also improve towing capabilities. Fitment is simple, handled by even the most
inexperienced DIY enthusiast in around 10-minutes with only basic tools.

 

[woteva]

Have a Greenfoam/nicefrog chip in my old VR that now has an ecotec and my son absolutely loves it. Stock headers, redback cat back exhaust, Corvette servo, FE2 lowered and otr cai are the only mods done. He says it will whip any VS or VT V6 his friends have. Plant your foot and prepare for stock wheel spin everytime at the lights. Have to back off sometimes to gain traction on the stockies. Economy went from around 520kms per tank to over 600kms when on country trips.

 

[losh1971]

I hope to fit the Pacies in 2-3 weeks. CAI might not be until next year probably.

 

[Lex]

From the Mace website regading VR V6 Memcals

WHY

Looking for the easiest improvement in horsepower, torque AND fuel economy on the market?

Fitting a performance MEMCAL to your VR V6 Commodore is easy and will provide measurable gains

in power and torque.Not only that, but your engine will make the power smoother, providing better acceleration.

You’ll even enjoy an improvement in fuel economy under normal driving conditions!

Sound too good to be true? Believe it.

WHAT

We work with a number of experienced engine tuners from around Australia to recalibrate the genuine Holden
MEMCALs that store your Commodore'™s tune. This means that there'€™s no dodgy soldering or modification
to the physical unit, so you can be sure of what you'€™re fitting to your pride and joy.

Each MEMCAL is recalibrated to suit your specific engine and gearbox type, as well as the model of Commodore you own.

Horsepower gains vary between different models and the condition of your particular engine. Our estimate is
a gain of about 8 to 12kW using standard 91-RON fuel, with an extra 2% using premium fuel.

Fuel economy gains will also vary between different models and the condition of your engine. Our conservative
estimate is an extra 40 to 50kms (V6) to the tank, but we would expect up to 100kms extra in some models.

The bottom line is that you WILL experience a fuel saving with our performance MEMCAL; even in a stock standard, unmodified Commodore.

HOW

Our performance MEMCALs feature recalibrated fuel and ignition parameters, meaning that your engine will be
more efficient; burning the fuel and air mixture cleaner, making more power. By adjusting these maps within
the tune of your Commodore'€™s MEMCAL, we fix the mass-production compromises Holden originally made, unlocking more power across the rev range and providing better fuel economy.

Our performance MEMCALs will also improve towing capabilities. Fitment is simple, handled by even the most
inexperienced DIY enthusiast in around 10-minutes with only basic tools.

Have a Greenfoam/nicefrog chip in my old VR that now has an ecotec and my son absolutely loves it. Stock headers, redback cat back exhaust, Corvette servo, FE2 lowered and otr cai are the only mods done. He says it will whip any VS or VT V6 his friends have. Plant your foot and prepare for stock wheel spin everytime at the lights. Have to back off sometimes to gain traction on the stockies. Economy went from around 520kms per tank to over 600kms when on country trips.

Hey thats great. Glad l'm wrong. Will have to put that on my list.