» Keeping the Porsche 996 Turbo Running Well with a VR Tuned Flash

Everyone knows the Porsche 911 is one of the best driver’s cars available. Models like the GT3 are fantastic for going to the track, but for anyone who wants a fast street car, the 911 Turbo has long been the go-to option. The 996 Turbo, in particular, is capable of insane amounts of power on the stock engine, making it a popular choice for those who want tons of performance without spending the money on a brand-new Porsche 911 Turbo. As with any turbo car, the 996 Turbo benefits from an ECU tune.

With an ECU tune, the boost is raised, the ignition timing is modified, air/fuel ratios are optimized, as well as other changes on the ECU. For the 996 Turbo, the boost is raised from 0.6-0.7 bar (8 to 10psi) to a consistent 1 bar (14.7psi). The increase in boost results in a huge jump in power. Depending on other modifications, you could see even higher boost levels and more power.