Big Clive did this, then EEVblog Dave did it too. But Florin, you are the only one who actually explained decently how re-mapping or "tricking" the ECU for performance actually works, and how both just simply CAN NOT BE done by plugging a dongle into the ODB2 port . Proving that one particular brand of "performance dongle" is a scam IS NOT enough. Stressing that this simply can not be done with a dongle in any way from the ODB2 port is the way to go. Well done my friend!

@voltlog

5 жыл бұрын

thank you!

I tried the yellow one, it adjusts how fast you engine shift gears, very noticeable, but doesn't really improve Horsepower or torque. and your pedal is all messed up, a half way pedal push is a full redline rev... it does shift faster tho, it doesn't have the old half-second delay before it does anything at all before tuning

If people still insists these work theres no point arguing with them 😆 IGNORANCE IS DEFINITELY BLISSFULL. Enjoy your purchase, it is afterall your hard earned money 👍

@denciodamencio1026

3 жыл бұрын

money making scheme using ignorance as a tool......real talk.....ill rather have a bot of cold beer than buying this crap😊

At first I thought this wouldn't be interesting as I had already watched BigClive's video on these. But I decided to watch it anyway as I've got my car tuned few years ago in a small shop dedicated to my car brand for decades. At that time I had not yet started with my electronics hobby so I wasn't that interested in the what and how. Now I know much more and surely it was interesting. Thank you! And in case someone is curious, yes it did have a significant improvement on the car's performance. The tuning kit was BSR Stage 1 to a Saab 9-3 2.0t. According to their specs it should be a change from 175HP to 220HP. I am not the right person to evaluate if the improvement was that big but it didn't require imagination to spot the difference. :)

@voltlog

5 жыл бұрын

No doubt professional tuners know what they're doing and will deliver the results. But one shouldn't expect to replace hundreds of euros paid to a professional tuner with a $3 gadget. I'm amazed how many of these get sold on aliexpress and ebay.

Its seems that 8 pins controller on board was a tiny arduino and program only to blink all those LED to make look doing something in your ecu. There must some sort of memory to store map program. But its none... and no wire connection to obd2 pins that might disturb ecu or make it worst.

Thanks for checking it, I was always courius - what is inside in it ?

Thanks for this video review makes help me to decide about that items

Just a minor point concerning termination: the resistor couldn't possibly be on the PCB, because then you would have an un-terminated bus any time this device _wasn't_ plugged in; at any rate, it would only be needed if the OBD plug would sit at one _end_ of the CAN network (which is not necessarily true), and in that case, it would have to be permanently mounted into the dash socket - the loose end of the bus wiring would need it whether or not something is actually plugged in there... and yes, of course these are snake oil... :)

@111chicane

5 жыл бұрын

On some cars, very few though, the OBD2 connector has a protective cover with built-in 120 Ohm resistors. But in general you're correct. No termination resistors are needed in devices to be plugged in the OBD2 port.

@voltlog

5 жыл бұрын

thank you for the clarification!

i dont know what you're talking about but im sure you know what you're doing keep busting man!

@edenjordy8619

2 жыл бұрын

i guess it is kind of randomly asking but do anybody know of a good place to watch new series online ?

What do i think?🤔 ... ha ha got it🤯:... you are a genius😄😎. Thank you for the time you took to teach us about this scams 👍

Yes it will effect your vehicle performance with the amazing "placebo" effect :) I also never heard tuning to save fuel. It should cause you to use more fuel and often cause damage to engine in the long run.

@jackl8915

4 жыл бұрын

It’s a well known fact that ecu tuning can increase fuel economy as well as power.

@austinsharpley1733

3 жыл бұрын

It’s the efficiency of the tune that gives you the ‘fuel saving’ because technically you should be using less throttle now it’s more powerful but you are right really. No one is saving fuel, every one is stamping on the gas and wearing out their engines

@eyurtese

3 жыл бұрын

@@austinsharpley1733 Tuning for power will not increase efficiency. There is a sweet spot for efficiency like everything in life :) The car makers already tune your engine for most efficient / safe operation. If tuning made the engine better, the people who made the engine would already sell it tuned. It is not a conspiracy :)

@johneric6149

3 жыл бұрын

@@jackl8915 hi yy2

@jackl8915

3 жыл бұрын

@@johneric6149 Yy2?

CAN bus termination resistor is not allowed in anything that plugs into the obd port. The system has to have two under almost all circumstances, and they're found at opposite ends of the bus; usually one in the ECM and one in the antilock brake controller. Adding a third is a violation of the spec and would likely cause sporadic communication problems.

@voltlog

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the clarification, it makes sense, I was wrong to say that.

Thank you for your knowledge, you save me $

I already suspected it, I will return it. Thanks.

I heard that those chips destroy engine and other parts is that true?

Dave noticed that those scams had silkscreen bellow the IC pads, so it looks like it were doing something but weren't

@voltlog

5 жыл бұрын

In this case it was different, 8 pin micro and all pins were soldered down.

Thank you for the video. I was hoping for some dyno testing on the product, but it seems they are all snake oil.

Oh it works..right on 150klm it sent my car haywire..now I keep getting service error..reset many times to get back..$20 eBay crap,now I'm up for 220 tune up..abs-trac control- airbags light are always lighting up now randomly..fuk I'm spuing. .vx commodore

Yeah I bought one but thanks for info I throw mine away glad never used

how much power and Nm made in my 150hp and 205nm this Chip ? gazoline engine

Hello. This video is one year ago, let me know if this product is legit? Could it possible to improve the performance and fuel saves? Thanks

Could it be harm for a car f I will connect it

Funny how it has in-video ad

Good job bro you are amazing 👍

I had to subscribe to your channel as soon as I saw you using a Fluke DMM. That in itself tells me you know what you're doing!

Another placebo gadget . better use for the enclosure and maybe is that the positive feedback source

@voltlog

5 жыл бұрын

I don't know, if you read the reviews, people genuinely believe this works 😂

we need people like you.the problem is,their prospective were peoples whom didn't knew anything in mechatronic,like me.the marketing trick were so brilliant in this.almost people doesn't mind to pay $2-3 for something like this and aren't felt too frustrated if it's doesn't functionally according to their claimed.

@voltlog

4 жыл бұрын

people need to know about this, it doesn't matter the cost, it is still a scam

@jualkotelmurah

4 жыл бұрын

@@voltlog yes, correct.you must've enlightenment people about this.

It seems the one you have is fake. There should be 1 big IC at the center. The one that I saw is with M7 chip

Multumesc

These may suck. But I have yet to try a Bluetooth obd scanner that didn't work. Never paid over$4 either.

@voltlog

5 жыл бұрын

Well, I got one of those ELM327 bluetooth adapters that doesn't work. "Communication error: ECU responds to OBD2 requests but not to CAN ISO-15765 requests." Possible causes: engine not supported or ELM327 faulty or bad quality. If it's a software or hardware issue I have no idea.

@karlporath8904

5 жыл бұрын

@@voltlog try different software. I'm driving my semi right now and can't see what I use now. But I did go through 5 or 6 apps before getting everything to work.

@voltlog

5 жыл бұрын

@@karlporath8904 Eventually I figured out that my problem is the app which doesn't support my engine code. Unfortunately there is no other app that can show the DPF filter status as nice (i'm talking about VAG DPF).

@karlporath8904

5 жыл бұрын

@@voltlog wish I could help. Here in Detroit we have no emissions laws. So as soon as the car is out of warranty all the emissions get disabled.

Just seen a ad for this on Facebook

Many people said this is voltage stabilizer ? Its true ?

@aideelv2647

4 жыл бұрын

Biasa voltage stabilizer orang buat sendiri ja atau beli dah siap punya. Benda tu pakai capacitor je boss.. ni obd2 cip, nasib tak beli lagi. Haha

Good info. Just what I wanted to know. I just saved a couple bucks not buying this junk.

I think the placebo effect helps... through this device only if you believe. "Let the force be with you."😜

The my question is the device OBD2 tools keep plug inside the socket as permanently ...? no need remove pull out... or if only we need checking scan..? please give me the answer solution right way.. thanks bro.. greetings from jakarta...

@jojojeep1

3 жыл бұрын

Supposedly the one I was looking at was $90 you plug it into the port and it remaps a stock engine and transmission to its peak performance, and when you take it out the car automatically remaps back to the original factory specs

Нямате ли Турбо Obd2, че искам колата да съска и да върви много за без пари!?

real obd2 readers can buy lot many have same than k tech 1500€ system have many many other 100-200€ same all can do.

I have one installed in my car and I noticed less fuel consumption compare before., but I hesitated and thinking how can this device communicate ecu? If it is true, I appreciate programmer using PIC 16F59 microprocessor.

@Edward-oj1gk

3 жыл бұрын

haha.. your mind is just justifying your purchasing thats all my man! you have been scammed.. how can you believe that something small like that just plug and play will make everything better in your car? thats total BS

So, who thinks he doubles as Casey Affleck?

Thank you for this video...i cant put my hard earned bucks somewhere else....two bot of cold beer perhaps. nice video real talk baby!😊

is it the same with all of those chips

@lovethesmellofracefuelinth7374

3 жыл бұрын

Your right, they are all a scam and need a real tuner to work. It's why a got a diablosport for my Challenger, and actually do work

@cmh525

3 жыл бұрын

@@lovethesmellofracefuelinth7374 i have the same programer thanks for the info

I had my pick up fitted with this ob2 just recently and it works, fuel effecient and no lagging with the accelaration, it may varies to some cars maybe

@voltlog

4 жыл бұрын

Lito Andrade the only variation is how much you paid, but it's still a scam.

@ianabapo6323

4 жыл бұрын

If it's a scam, why is it allowed to circulate in the first place? Do authorities have some sort of ways on checking these items before they are out to be sold?

@kingheusen3799

4 жыл бұрын

Could it work in Toyota Hilux 2015?

I'm going to start working on one that will eliminate the need for fuel. Of course your car won't start after installation but that's the secret ;)

@111chicane

5 жыл бұрын

Keep me updated. I work on the same. Seems like it's not very safe for the car though.

@voltlog

5 жыл бұрын

maybe even start an indiegogo campaign 👍

it lights up...what more do you want? 😆

KZread is running these scam commercials right now

If u want instant raw power, get a performance EV like Tesla or the latest Dodge Charger EV

As they say you get what you pay for. Spend pennies get junk.

The only explanation is Magic..

People just luv being conned by these scams.

Holly crap, it's only a BLINKER piece of garbage...

In other words its just a plecebo effect eifht? Jusr like what quack doctors do during medieval times. Rhey give patients meds made pf flour and na rurally those who take will rhink rhey fwel much better. I had my doubts rhe very first time i saw the product and fortunately i did not place an order

Right I’ve been using the diesel one now for 2 weeks. What I will say is that I have noticed smoother acceleration in the 50 to 70 range and there does seem to be less fuel use. Does it work, hope so but for few quid there’s no harm done. I haven’t noticed any difference in acceleration as of yet but only done about 50 miles using it. I can only say why would something be sold they makes a claim and does not work? You could say it’s in my head but I would say I know my fucking car I’ve had it 4 years now. For 15 quid I’m happy. Does this guy know when he’s talking about, fuck knows I cannot appraise his work and can only go in experience. I will just add that in the 80's there existed the Sinclair zx81 that had 1KB of memory and people typed large amounts of code on this! He’s talking like we know what he’s talking about. 😀

@voltlog

4 жыл бұрын

You should buy another one, install two of them, that will double everything you speak about.

@rosendorx77

4 жыл бұрын

@@voltlog lmao

@Edward-oj1gk

3 жыл бұрын

very stupid haha

Thanks for this video. SCAM.

What this does is to do the “Passive” ECU reset that is currently included in every modern car. I’ll tell you why you don’t need this tool. It’s very simple. It works like this: You simply turn the ignition ON (without starting the engine). Hold the gas pedal all the way in for more than 5 seconds. Preferably 30 seconds. Without depressing the gas pedal, turn the ignition Off. Let the gas pedal go. Wait about 1 min. Start the engine. This will reset the user learning habits of the ECU. In conclusion, yes this device is a scam, what this device does is just to activate a simple code via OBD which is “Holding the Gas pedal sensor all the way in”. So that when you turn the car on you Kinda feel a difference. Yes it is noticeable for those that owned a car for at least few years and have never perform an ECU learning habit reset. And that’s why the PCB in this device is so simple and useless.

@e92e36

3 жыл бұрын

interesting, so what you’re saying is the device simply keeps the ecu in hard reset mode? If I do the Ecu reset procedure you mentioned every morning before starting my car, I’m basically imitating what this device does? I have been doing the ecu reset every morning and still want a bit more power / better throttle response, but I couldn’t see the point of spending hundreds on a tune when I could buy a chip like this.

@exklimexklim

3 жыл бұрын

@@e92e36 first you must understand how ECU works. If your vehicle is not a performance or sports car you won’t gain that extra push you’re looking for easily. City vehicles are meant for Gas Savings and low emission regulations stabilized by your region, so ECUs are programmed with a calendar code that learns your habits from Monday to Sunday. As well learns the car’s health, airflow, gas injection and other mayor sensors around the car to keep the car constantly running without performance lost or gains. It communicates directly with the vehicle motherboard. The trick as follows: Perform the gas pedal reset from Monday to Sunday, while performing the gas pedal reset you must drive the car for 10 minutes and threat it like a race car; drive it hard for 10 min. Remember the gas pedal is a sensor as well and has its relative memory in the ECU. The car will think you’re an insane bastard with a heavy wallet therefor will pre-inject more gasoline, air, etc etc. for this to work efficiently you must already ran out of warranty with your manufacturer. Manufacturers sometimes locks this reset during warranty periods to avoid fixes in your vehicle. Remember, the manufacturer hates and only wants your money. They lock it deeply that only the manufacturer can perform a reset, and automatically unlocks after warranty ends therefor you have issues you must pay for them to the manufacturer. If your car still under warranty get an old used ECU and get it in. Some specialist will help you unlock it and edit it as well. Making changes to your car like a new exotic exhaust without reprogramming the ECU will cause weird issues to your car at a point of causing RodKnock.

@FarAboveDaCloudz

2 жыл бұрын

@@exklimexklim Not many people are aware of what you've described. Even aftermarket tuners sometimes do this with their tuning software. UpRev (or perhaps my shop's tuning guy) did this to me on my 06 Infiniti M45. My car ran like a demon until their tune expired. It took me years to figure it out. It's horrible what people and companies are capable of doing to your car for repeat business. 😕

26w

busted...

👍👍👍

Very interesting just thrown one in the rubbish bin

its not scam

So, in conclusion... This cheap thingy is dead except from draining car battery... Very well.

The original cost like $25

@rosendorx77

4 жыл бұрын

still is on ebay at 23.95 as of 07/16/2020 , wtf

Placebo OBD2

We did it on our Toyota Hiace Commuter D-4D 2.5 liter. Doesn't really add speed, but the fuel consumption reduced a bit and the throttle response is quicker. Oh, our van is also a Public Transport vehicle.

kill two birds with one stone huh. oh yeah i need the casing lets make a video. ja ja jajajajajj

Reviewed by the eevblog, too: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ipuM2ch7hK6yd7g.html (with the same verdict)

Version Fake

I've been using this tuning chips for a long time and made my car fuel efficient and performed better, improved power and torque and removed throttle delay.. experience is better than watching this video.. just make sure to use the original one because there are fake items out there

@tonystone1387

4 жыл бұрын

add that you sell these on Ebay

@juliusbaisac9527

4 жыл бұрын

@@tonystone1387 I think the one you test is the fake version.. the original one is using microchip PIC16F59

fake pcb

haha, good video.

dude i’ve been using one in my 98 jeep cherokee and it works fine. got my mpg from 13 cause my big ol tires to 17 mpg. also it actually holds a steady green and red light at the same time. you are not the smartest cookie. try it on a car before you TRY and get all smart 🤣🤣

@isaacsweeney507

3 жыл бұрын

Lady’s and gentleman this person is a dumb ass 😂 thank you good day

@van8365

3 жыл бұрын

its true this works on my car , this guy. is idiot, he even read reviews and all poepole for him crazy and he knows better..

great test......oh, that's right, you tested nothing. great article about something you know nothing about. at least now i feel that i know nothing about it too. the real amazing part is that you never even put it in a vehicle.

@travelinghobo

2 жыл бұрын

It's almost like you didn't even bother to watch the video. smh

I don't know one of these that actually works. As far as I knew they're all scams except from the company. Good luck getting one.

@voltlog

5 жыл бұрын

The thing is it doesn't matter how it's called or what shape it takes, what they claim is not possible with such an OBD dongle.

@MrBrymstond

5 жыл бұрын

@@voltlog The only thing I know is I have an OBD 1 and 2 error reader which is a diagnostic tool. This tool allows you to clear the errors to see if it was a fluke or not and so after you repair your vehicle you don't have to wait for the computer to do it...OBD 1 is good for cars up to 1995 and 2 is 96 to current. Also insurance companies have them if, if you install it will lesson the cost of your insurance, but it will report back if you were speeding, built in GPS so when you get around open WiFi it reports on you. I'm not sure if they carry a sim card yet. Certain cars have the capability to install a performance chip. I used to be a mechanic before all of this crap and made a good amount of money doing that, but I painted Italian sports cars and averaged 5k per job. I was able to spray with no orange peel effect, but like a glass finish. Back in the early 80's, that was a lot of money. anyone with a nice car came there to get a paint job. Some days I would get 2 to 3 jobs per day. Even though the owner received a good chunk of that money, he brought me the work and I was my own boss. Lunch was always the best and on the owner with a case of top beer. This was a huge company and I was the only person allowed to spray any vehicles, made me feel good about myself. That place was certified all the way, mechanics, body men which is how I started to detail. My son is a master mechanic at Toyota, but they work on anything. I had 2 Dodge Ramcharger's a 1981 which had no computer and a 1988 that did, but all you had to do with that was turn the key on and off 3 times and it would blink a code, just don't lose the cross reference book.

@voltlog

5 жыл бұрын

@@MrBrymstond Interesting insight, from what I hear these days Ferrari's have notoriously low quality paint jobs coming from the factory which you wouldn't expect for such an expensive car.

@MrBrymstond

5 жыл бұрын

@@voltlog And they have robots doing the job in most cases. It is a shame because it doesn't have to be this way.

A bit late.

this one is fake.. original have chip in it..

@paulachayjr.3322

4 жыл бұрын

Can you show where to find the real one?

like Trump said, Chinaaa, no more china crap

Double Decker

Hoax

@audiepage3952

3 жыл бұрын

Scam bullshit