Yeah but Revo is not a custom map either , plus I dont know how they justify the high price when they ripped the software from APR (so much for extensive R & D for Revo)
....My post didn't claim that Revo maps were custom. In fact they offer a separate service for custom maps. With regard to the court cases between APR and Revo, my understanding is that basically, the courts have decided that there isn't enough evidence of wrongdoing to hold Revo Technik liable for any monetary damages to APR. Furthermore, as they were dismissed with prejudice, the judge has summarily closed the case and told APR not to come back again. The legal claims by APR were started way back in 2003, so do you think that Revo are still using the same code without further development?
Jabba, R-tech and Shark all offer Maps that are adjustable based on mods you have and how you drive, Linear (for smooth drivers), max power (for willy wavers) and punchy for those that like to feel themselves pressed against the seat back.
....Revo maps are adjustable as well - Via a SPS box switchable by the car owner or by any appointed Revo dealer. The adjustable settings are Boost/Timing/Fuel - I have a long experience of adjusting the Revo maps on my car directly according to my changing hardware performance mods. Furthermore, as a direct result of Revo's adjustability I was able to nurse a leaking turbo until diagnosed and resolved (I wrote a thread on the subject).
The best, and fastest, way to drive
ANY car regardless of which remap or if remapped at all, is smoothly. Changing the way you drive is not a safe way to drive - You should strive to maintain your best standards within the the limitations of your vehicle at all times.
If your mainstream and like name dropping when talking about cars and want a big name and want to pay high prices then APR/Revo are deffo for you, if your not mainstream try something different, all the happy "Alternative" tuned car owners can't be wrong can they?
....I feel happier with an established mainstream tuner with a wide network of dealerships as backup. It adds to my peace of mind. I have Revo but my second choice would be APR. What completely puts me off Shark is Ben's inclination to rubbish his rivals whenever I see him. I am proud to pose Revo stickers on my car:
Over 60,000 miles on Revo