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10-18-2019, 07:39 PM

lephoenix replied to a thread Out of warranty car is dying in Kia Forte Turbo Maintenance

Wow. Yeah maybe go to them from now on... lol Glad that you got it fixed and that it was cheap and pretty easy.

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10-18-2019, 06:21 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Out of warranty car is dying in Kia Forte Turbo Maintenance

It doesn't seem like pulling the manifold is that difficult. I say that based on other people mentioning pulling it without complaining about it...

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10-17-2019, 01:57 PM

lephoenix replied to a thread Out of warranty car is dying in Kia Forte Turbo Maintenance

In case you don't find an answer, https://repair.chiltondiy.com/Pub/DIY/Product/2014-Kia-Forte-repair-manual-online?ca=Repair&b=127005 Haynes and...

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10-17-2019, 10:59 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Out of warranty car is dying in Kia Forte Turbo Maintenance

Spark plugs on my 2015 are supposed to be replace every 45k miles. Not that it matters that much since this is an injector issue.

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10-17-2019, 10:58 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Out of warranty car is dying in Kia Forte Turbo Maintenance

Hopefully we do have more clearance... Can you get an injector out without pulling the intake manifold? I can't remember exactly how that is all...

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10-17-2019, 10:37 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

A couple notes, 1. Most of these pedal devices also have a low traction setting. Which would actually be nice during some winter scenarios....

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10-17-2019, 08:53 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Out of warranty car is dying in Kia Forte Turbo Maintenance

This forum isn't that active but I know how annoying it is to not get responses on this type of thing so... Have anyone ever changed their own...

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10-17-2019, 08:08 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

I don't think anyone said that a pedal tuner would make it faster or more responsive. But it would change the feel. A lot, if not most, sports car...

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10-17-2019, 06:11 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

So the Racechip S would probably be enough since it only goes up to 5? At least in your opinion? Have you gotten a chance to do any testing with...

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10-15-2019, 06:54 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

Did it stutter on 3? You should just buy a new sensor. They're pretty cheap.

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10-14-2019, 03:14 PM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

I'm glad you got your issues straightened out a bit. How does it feel set to 4?

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10-10-2019, 09:09 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

Good luck. Hope it goes well! Report back with your results if you feel like it. I am for sure interested in what you have to say about this.

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10-09-2019, 02:20 PM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

Well hopefully your tests go well. What did you do to figure out the issue? And what level/setting do you have the Racechip on now?

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10-08-2019, 12:05 PM

lephoenix started a thread Stock intake size in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

I had read about modding the stock intake over on the Veloster Turbo forum. It seemed like someone had sized their stock airbox outlet up to 3 or...

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10-08-2019, 11:59 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

Any update on your XLR order? Also, any update on a Racechip review? :)

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10-01-2019, 11:26 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

Ha. Yeah they say up to that amount so I don't know. But, there's a lot of praise from users on other platforms, including Hyundai/Kia owners. Their...

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09-30-2019, 02:16 PM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

GTS - $500 48hp/85tq Sxth OEM+ (with rental flashing equipment) - $424 10-15hp/16tq The most basic Racechip S is $279 and claims 32hp/56tq at the...

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09-30-2019, 01:11 PM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

Did you update Torque with your elevation? Might not make that big of a difference but 20 is high for stock. Do you do any of the work on your car...

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09-30-2019, 12:35 PM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

That's a bummer that the XLR didn't work. I really like the control knob that it has better than the control interface for other pedal boxes. You...

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09-30-2019, 11:27 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

Great! I really look forward to your review! While 93 might be better, I think Racechip recommends 91+ in sport mode. Did Torque show any codes...

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09-30-2019, 10:34 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

Yes and no. It is like the LAP3 chip. But that is not exactly what either does. They both have 2 connectors and both of those run to the MAP sensors...

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09-30-2019, 06:44 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Acceleration problems (RaceChip edition) in Kia Forte Turbo Performance

Congrats on the first post! I am really glad that you like your racechip. I've thought a lot about installing one but haven't gotten around to...

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09-27-2019, 11:26 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Been awhile, back on here now. in Kia Forte Turbo Discussions

Pretty much the only reason I would think about creating a facebook account. I'll probably just keep it old school and stick to the forums.

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09-27-2019, 09:20 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Been awhile, back on here now. in Kia Forte Turbo Discussions

Nothing. This forum is pretty dead. lol. Is there an active community of formerly forum forte folks frequenting facebook?

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09-27-2019, 06:36 AM

lephoenix replied to a thread Been awhile, back on here now. in Kia Forte Turbo Discussions

Welcome back. Where did it go? What's your whp record?

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