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Old 21 September 2004, 14:16   #1
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chiptuning

Does someone know if it is possible to chiptune a optimax 225?
(changing the software etc. to get more hp)
They do it with cars so why not with outboards?
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Old 21 September 2004, 14:59   #2
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It has been discussed here with the before with the 150 Optimax (2.5l V6)

http://www.rib.net/forum/showthread.php?t=6015
http://www.rib.net/forum/showthread.php?t=3450
http://www.rib.net/forum/showthread.php?t=4574

I would imagine for it to be possible to upgrade the 225 you would have to get the ECU from another similarly built engine ie: (3.0l V6)

Maybe an ECU from a Mercury Promax or a 250XS. You will also have to change the exhaust as well as these engines have racing exhausts, not to mind a host of other racing parts to produce the extra power.

Overall it is a very costly procedure and will void your warranty. A new more powerful engine would work out cheaper.

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