Custom Tuning starts at $1699. To get a more accurate cost on your custom tune, please create a ticket and tell us more about your build, and your specific modifications.
If you feel that our existing tune offerings will not work for your application or your intended use, you can request Custom Tuning. Custom Tuning must be requested through our Tickets, and you must provide vehicle information as well as hardware (upgrades) information. Once submitted, our team of calibrators will evaluate your request and determine if Custom Tuning can achieve your goals and if they are able, your Tune Request will be accepted.
Custom Tuning requires heavy participation from the Customer, either through an Authorized TZ Dealer or the Customer themselves. TuneZilla Calibrators will require that the vehicle has access to dyno time when needed, and data logging is required. If you are not comfortable with data logging, and if you may not be able to access a facility with a dyno (many facilities will rent dyno time) custom tuning may not be possible for you.
Custom Tuning vs. Off The Shelf Tuning
We understand that our end users have varying driving styles and build purposes, which is why we offer revisions on all of our Off-The-Shelf tunes. By offering Custom Tuning to our customers, we can be sure you are getting the most out of your vehicle with your specific parts upgrades. Our OTS (off-the-shelf) maps are tested in house with as many variables as possible to ensure even if you don’t want to customize your tune, your vehicle’s OEM sensors and adaptations will still be able to optimize our tunes to your region’s fuel and most bolt-on upgrades. Tune Revisions are not the same as Custom Tunes. See our Terms and Conditions for our re-tune policy (section 4b)
We believe it’s important for our customers to understand what is happening inside their engine so they can make informative decisions. Our LOG VIEWER automatically generates your vehicles data log .csv files into easy to read graphs which can then be viewed by our Calibrators to find areas of optimization on your vehicle. Not only can this data be used to optimize your tunes, but a lot of troubleshooting and diagnosing can be done by comparing requested data to actual data at a glance.
In many cases, custom tuning is not required. If you are unsure if you will benefit from a Custom Tune, you can reach out to our team and upload data logs for them to examine.
Upgrade
Supported
Fuelling Upgrades
Yes
Turbo Upgrade - Hybrid or larger
Downpipe Upgrade
Intercooler Upgrade
Engine Swap
At TuneZilla, we strive for an OEM level of drivability and reliability. Our team of Calibrators from around the world painstakingly work to deliver repeatable performance on all of our base maps. One of the major differences between our tunes and most of our competitors tunes is our linear OEM like throttle response. Where some software tuners increase throttle response to mask the actual output of their tunes by giving a very peaky feeling under acceleration, our tunes are designed to make the most usable and consistent power curve possible to maintain a strong pull without a heavy fall off midway through the power band. All while generating peak power as early as possible in the RPM range. Most off the shelf tunes advertise an attractive peak power figure, but suffer from a sudden drop in torque and a lower torque curve throughout the remainder of the RPM range.
INCREASED REV LIMITER
ADJUST TIMING TO OPTIMIZE HIGHER OCTANE FUEL
ADJUST BOOST REQUEST VALUES
INCREASE THROTTLE RESPONSE
OPTIMIZED FUEL TRIM ADJUSTMENTS
91 OCT & 93 OCT CALIBRATIONS
HIGH OIL PRESSURE SWITCH POINT LOWERED FOR ENGINE LONGEVITY
OPTIONAL MAP SWITCHING*
OPTIONAL LEFT FOOT BRAKE FIX
OPTIONAL OVERRUN CRACKLES
OPTIONAL HARD CUT LIMITER
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Requirement
Minimum 91 Oct / 98 RON
Required
Hard cut limiter is available for both manual transmission and DSG equipped cars, when equipped with DSG the limiter will only work in manual mode if auto upshift is disabled.
Map switching is available through tune requests only. Some box codes may not be supported.
Selectable on Instatune
Feature
Left Foot Brake Fix
Allows brake pedal and accelerator pedal to be pressed without cutting throttle/fuel.
Works with Stage 1 and up
Overrun Crackle
Extends fuelling request after throttle lift off to create "crackles" or "pops and bangs"
Works with Stage 2 and up
Hard cut Limiter
Cuts fuel at a set RPM instead of the factory "soft" limiter which limits engine speed/revs at a set RPM
Recommended for track/race use only
when equipped with DSG the limiter will only work in manual mode if auto upshift is disabled
The Stage 2 files for the 1.8T EA888.3 engine satisfies the gap that separates the Golf 1.8T from the GTI 2.0T. Increasing output to an eye watering 250 ft-lb of real, usable torque, our Stage 2 files also improve throttle response and drivability to a level that feels akin to the flagship FWD hot hatch of the VW brand, leaving your wallet with more room to breath so you can upgrade tires and brakes to hunt down GTI's on the open track.
HIGH AND LOW TORQUE FILES
OPTIONAL LEFT FOOT BRAKING ENABLED
OPTIONAL MULTI-MAP SWITCHING*
DSG Tune
Recommended
Clutch Upgrade (manual)
Intercooler upgrade is advised
For manual transmissions, a clutch upgrade is highly recommended
\\\*Map switching tunes are available via tune request only. They are not available on Instatune.
Our Stage 3 tune catalog supports several hardware setups. From OE turbo upgrade options to the popular Garrett Powermax 2260S, our Off The Shelf Tunes are designed to optimize your turbo upgrade and maximize power output while remaining reliable and consistent. Our Stage 3 offerings also support Flex Fuel, Multi-Map file switching.
Supported Turbo Upgrade
Requirements
IHI IS20 (OEM) Turbocharger
NGK Spark plugs (06K 905 601M)
Air Filter Upgrade
IHI IS38 (OEM) Turbocharger
Garrett Powermax 2260S
MPI
Low Pressure Fuel Pump Upgrade
Flex Fuel is now supported on our Stage 3 tunes for the IS20, IS38 and 2260S. With this innovative feature, you can harness the incredible potential of ethanol to boost your vehicle's horsepower and torque, all while enjoying the benefits of a cleaner, more efficient engine.
How it Works: Our flex fuel tune is designed to allow you to seamlessly blend ethanol into your fuel, optimizing your engine's performance. As you gradually increase the ethanol content in your fuel mixture, you'll experience a noticeable boost in power. The magic begins at E10 and increases incrementally up to E65, giving you full control over your vehicle's newfound capabilities.
Simple upgrade for Major gains: Simply add an ethanol sensor to your vehicle, and your TuneZilla software will do the rest. Our tune files will automatically detect when there is an ethanol sensor installed and start adapting your tune to the ethanol content you've put in the tank. Multi-Port Injection is also required for this feature. Please check our MPI requirements in the Technical Guide to make sure your MPI setup will work with our Stage 3 files.
Safety First: Rest assured, we've designed our Flex Fuel feature with your safety in mind. It includes built-in safeguards to prevent excessive ethanol blending and protect your engine from potential harm. We prioritize your well-being and the longevity of your vehicle.
LOW TORQUE "CLUTCH SAVER" TUNE AVAILABLE FOR STOCK CLUTCH (UPON REQUEST)
OPTIONAL MULTI MAP SWITCHING*
Clutch Upgrade Recommended (Manual)
Clutch Upgrade (Manual)
Additional Hardware Support
Flex Fuel
An MPI (Multi-Port Injection) kit and an Ethanol sensor must be installed to utilize the flex fuel feature
GLI Camshaft
GLI exhaust camshaft upgrades are now supported on our IS20 tune files
Stock Downpipe
Tune files can be requested to accommodate IS20, and IS38 turbo upgrades with stock downpipe.
Fuelling Requirements/Support
Fuel System Upgrade
IS20 Turbocharger
Stock fuelling
Stock Fuellingw/ MPI (Multi-Port Injection)
980cc injectors (MPI)
Walbro Hellcat 525 Low Pressure pump
Stock fuel pump controller
IS38 Turbocharger
Golf R Injectors and Pumpw/o MPI
2.0T Golf R MK7 HPFP with Autotech Piston upgrade
2.0T Golf R MK7 Fuel Injectors
Garrett 2260S
w/ MPI and RS3 pump
980cc Injectors (MPI)
RS3 Low Pressure Pump
RS3 fuel pump controller
Stock High Pressure Pump
w/ MPI and Hellcat pump
Hellcat 525 Low Pressure Pump
Stock Fuel Pump controller
Stock High Pressure pump
w/ MPI and EQT Brushless Pump
925cc Injectors (MPI)
EQT Brushless Pump Kit
In testing, stock clutch held this power level, but is required for prolonged use
*Map switching tunes are available as a custom request only, they are not on InstaTune.
Not applicable for Automatic 09G (AQ250) transmissions. DSG transmissions will require a TCU tune.
91 Octane files for Stage 3 are available through ticket requests as logging may be required.
Left Foot Braking
Allows brake pedal and accelerator pedal to be pressed without cutting throttle.
Overrun Crackles
Hard Cut Limiter
When optioned on a DSG model, Hard Cut Limiter will only work in Manual mode if Auto Upshift is disabled (TCU Tune)
