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Model specific boards => Golf mk5 => Topic started by: micalee on 24 November 2006, 14:56

Title: R32 mods
Post by: micalee on 24 November 2006, 14:56

I have an R32 and having just sold my Impreza, it feels a bit slow. This was only to be expected and not specific to the car. The R32 is so much more refined, comfortable etc etc etc and with the DSG box, it makes driving effortless.

So, my question is, is there a chip available or any mods which can improve the performance?

2nd question would be the fuel, the dealer told be normal unleaded (95 RON) however, have heard it has to have Super (at least 98 RON)? Is this correct and what would be the result of running it permanately on 95 RON?

Lee

Title: Re: R32 mods
Post by: scotty4 on 24 November 2006, 15:01

i've been told no long term damage using the cheap fuel, but other will disagree

Title: Re: R32 mods
Post by: wantmygti on 24 November 2006, 15:21

I'm sure the VW Golf brochure says you can use 95 ron for both the GTi and R32 but performance will be reduced.

Incidentally, my dealer has an R32 that was chipped by AMD and is now pushing 280bhp through a DSG box. And if you get them mchipped by VW they maintain their warranty.

Title: Re: R32 mods
Post by: micalee on 24 November 2006, 15:35

Any idea on a cost and who is "mchipped"?

Title: Re: R32 mods
Post by: micalee on 24 November 2006, 15:53

cant find a link to AMD Chip, keep getting computer stuff! Any ideas please.

Title: Re: R32 mods
Post by: wantmygti on 24 November 2006, 16:14

Sorry - that was a typo. Was just saying that VW will chip them and maintain the warranty. At least thats what my local dealer offered.

You can find AMD here www.amdtechnik.com but i guess you have to go through VW to get the warranty bonus.

Else i believe Morego will chip them and you can pay a small premium for their warranty.

Title: Re: R32 mods
Post by: micalee on 24 November 2006, 16:19

Many thanks for the advice

Title: Re: R32 mods
Post by: Matt555 on 25 November 2006, 09:52

Morego seem like a really decent bunch of guys, i'd give them a call matey.

Title: Re: R32 mods
Post by: L555BAT on 25 November 2006, 13:58

If you ran an Impreza then you will know the importance of having the best fuel in it.  I had a P1 for nearly 4 years and only ran it on optimax/Vpower, sometimes used NF octane booster also.  So get the best fuel you can, whether it be Vpower, or Tesco 99.

Title: Re: R32 mods
Post by: The Doc on 26 November 2006, 09:27

I too wanted more power...

LINKY: http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=43630.0

Title: Re: R32 mods
Post by: micalee on 26 November 2006, 19:48

Some interesting stuff there - like all new cars, it just needs loosening up and running in before it runs better!

Title: Re: R32 mods
Post by: ReDBull on 27 November 2006, 09:35

There is a company that offers 300 BHP with cams re map and full system with sports cat. They also offer a kit that allows you to adjust the 4 wheel drive and put more power through the rear wheels. A bit like the tarmac, gravel, snow on a evo. Can't remember there name but I'll find it for you.

Title: Re: R32 mods
Post by: micalee on 27 November 2006, 17:22

Many thanks

Title: Re: R32 mods
Post by: ReDBull on 28 November 2006, 13:39

Have a look at www.autops.co.uk. the company is APS. They use a Miltek, Schrick cams and re-map =300BHP.
The Haldex Generation 2 controller is worth a look to.
Or try AmD www.amdtecnik.com.
Hope that will stop the STI withdrawals