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Model specific boards => Golf mk5 => Topic started by: Hurdy on 24 November 2007, 17:23
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Finally decided to go for a few modifications. :evil:
Forge DV
Switchable APR Remap through the cruise stalk.
Carbonio - I will have to see how this goes as Awesome say they haven't fitted one before, but don't see why it shouldn't.
Also looking into:-
Big brake kit - 352mm disc stoppers with 6 pot Porsche monoblock calipers and pads and stainless steel brake lines.
May uprate the ARB's, but with the hundreds of speedbumps into town and the fact that my car only just clears on the drive, I doubt I will go for any lowering of the suspension. :sad:
I think it might just need the brakes when it is remapped. :evil:
I'll try and get it on the RR as well to get a before and after.
I will also take my camera :cool:
Insurance will be up :sad:, but not by too much :smiley:
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Forge DV is a must for a remap. Carbonio is easy to fit but you do need a spacer on each of the bolts that attach to the slam panel. I did mine with rubber gromits around the bolts, cuts out the chance of any vibration and rattles coming from it.
Sound is great, I get a nice mechanical sounding induction roar under load and a nice burble under normal driving conditions, drive with the window down to get the full effect.
Performance wise I have noticed a sharper throttle and the revs build quicker but I did have a full Milltek and Forge DV fitted at the same time :smiley:
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Forge DV is a must for a remap. Carbonio is easy to fit but you do need a spacer on each of the bolts that attach to the slam panel. I did mine with rubber gromits around the bolts, cuts out the chance of any vibration and rattles coming from it.
Sound is great, I get a nice mechanical sounding induction roar under load and a nice burble under normal driving conditions, drive with the window down to get the full effect.
Performance wise I have noticed a sharper throttle and the revs build quicker but I did have a full Milltek and Forge DV fitted at the same time :smiley:
I'd love to get the ED30 full system, but I still haven't heard anything from Milltek :cry:
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Can't see why its taking so long, That engine has been around for long enough now. The plumbing is pretty straightforward so maybe its an emission issue with the hi-flo cat.
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is the Carbonio just for the mk5 or fine for e30... it is something i have been considering!! so look fwd to your opinion
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WHy is DV a must on E30? :sad: I mean, I understand it was placed badly on GTI, but on E30 they change its location.... :sad:
I mean, if DV is so important, why big tuning firms (Oettinger, MTM, BB, REVO) do not offer any changes?
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Its fine for the ED30 to as its the same engine, you just have a bigger turbo than me :sad:
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WHy is DV a must on E30? :sad: I mean, I understand it was placed badly on GTI, but on E30 they change its location.... :sad:
I mean, if DV is so important, why big tuning firms (Oettinger, MTM, BB, REVO) do not offer any changes?
True the ED30 DV doesn't suffer from the same heat induced problems as my car, but the Forge item is such a well made product. When I took the OEM one off my car and looked at them both together I couldn't believe VAG would fit such a poor item. If I had an ED30 I would do it simply from a safety point of view, as there is quite a lot more pressure being put into the system from the remap. Plus it holds the boost more efficiently.
I dread to think what damage would be done to the turbo if it stalled at 150000rpm
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its not just a turbo
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=63266.10
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Alright a turbo and some oily bits, stop rubbing it in :smiley:
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Where can you get a Forge DV?? Is it on the awesome website?
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Yeah, its in the online store. I got mine from them
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Whats it under?? Forge....?
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duh,
under golf mk5 > engine (on the left list) > then scroll down
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Forge DV
Switchable APR Remap through the cruise stalk.
Carbonio
superb news :-) , beat me to it but Im still running in .... :laugh:
Exactly what I would do (maybe change the map to an Oettinger one but Im not sure thats not just £Â£Ã‚£Ã‚£ lost over APR which is just as good)
fitting cc at the same time is a no brainer imho
Before + After graphs yes please ... Do DSG 's dyno the same as manual ? wonder what the loss is ?
Cant wait to hear what you think as Im prob only a couple hundred miles away from a similar decision
its like Christmas :smug:
JohnO
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duh,
under golf mk5 > engine (on the left list) > then scroll down
Steve i never seemed to be able to work that out :grin:
Forge Adjustable Atmospheric Blow Off Valve 2.0T
Forge Atmospheric Blow Off Valve 2.0T
Forge Vacuum Operated Valve for VAG 2.0T
Sorry for being the noob in the convo but which is the DV thingi??
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http://www.forgemotorsport.co.uk/content.asp?inc=product&cat=1703DV&product=FMFSITVR
i put this on the ed30 and you can buy direct from forge
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http://www.forgemotorsport.co.uk/content.asp?inc=product&cat=1703DV&product=FMFSITVR
i put this on the ed30 and you can buy direct from forge
Yup, that's the baby :cool:
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And that obviously is completley different to a blow off valve
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And that obviously is completley different to a blow off valve
A blow off valve is still a diverter valve (DV). More specifically a blow off valve is an atmospheric diverter valve, some peeps call them dump valves and these give the chavvy pshhhhh soundwhen changing gears at higher revs. The one I have chosen is a recirculating diverter valve and so doesn't dump to the atmosphere directly and so isn't as loud. :nerd:
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Forge DV
Switchable APR Remap through the cruise stalk.
Carbonio
superb news :-) , beat me to it but Im still running in .... :laugh:
Exactly what I would do (maybe change the map to an Oettinger one but Im not sure thats not just £Â£Ã‚£Ã‚£ lost over APR which is just as good)
fitting cc at the same time is a no brainer imho
Before + After graphs yes please ... Do DSG 's dyno the same as manual ? wonder what the loss is ?
Cant wait to hear what you think as Im prob only a couple hundred miles away from a similar decision
its like Christmas :smug:
JohnO
APR own oettinger, so the maps are probably the same or very similar
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oh really :cool: didnt know that , I guess that kinda makes that one a no brainer too lol
Nice one thanks
JohnO
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And that obviously is completley different to a blow off valve
A blow off valve is still a diverter valve (DV). More specifically a blow off valve is an atmospheric diverter valve, some peeps call them dump valves and these give the chavvy pshhhhh soundwhen changing gears at higher revs. The one I have chosen is a recirculating diverter valve and so doesn't dump to the atmosphere directly and so isn't as loud. :nerd:
Thanks again Hurdy! :smiley:
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Nice one, Hurdy!! :smiley: :smiley: You've been listening!....
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b308/RedRobin_05/JesusSaysModify.jpg)
Btw, the position of the Ed30 stock DV doesn't solve the DV issues - Failures aren't all down to turbo heat but from boost handling inadequacies. The Forge DV solves the problem by being a wise safeguard and has small but cool added benefits.
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Forge DV
Switchable APR Remap through the cruise stalk.
Carbonio
superb news :-) , beat me to it but Im still running in .... :laugh:
Exactly what I would do (maybe change the map to an Oettinger one but Im not sure thats not just £Â£Ã‚£Ã‚£ lost over APR which is just as good)
fitting cc at the same time is a no brainer imho
Before + After graphs yes please ... Do DSG 's dyno the same as manual ? wonder what the loss is ?
Cant wait to hear what you think as Im prob only a couple hundred miles away from a similar decision
its like Christmas :smug:
JohnO
APR own oettinger, so the maps are probably the same or very similar
Really?! Didn't know that... well actually I remember reading that Oettinger went bust - or almost and were rescued by an American businessman who owned a tuning house in the US so that makes sense. Hmm well I was dithering between Revo, APR and Oettinger, Oettinger being my preferred choice closely followed by APR. I know Revo are great too but Oettinger's pedigree and the plethora or articles I have read about APR pushed me in that direction - before that Revo was a no-brainer for me.
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Bl00dy hell.. this is beginning to pee me off... is there anything else you can't do with a dsg car?
APR Intercooler Kit 2.0T FSI
APR has designed the best intercooler upgrade for your 2.0T FSI engine as found in the VW GTI, Jetta and EOS. Charge air cooling is essential to maintaining powerful and safe operation of a turbocharged engine and as performance is increased, so must the efficiency of the intercooler. The APR FSI Intercooler is a perfect OEM intercooler replacement with an intercooler core size almost three times the size of the original unit.
- Cast Aluminum End Tanks
- Bar and Plate Core Design
- Silicone Pressure Hoses
- Direct OEM Fitment - NO Trimming Necessary
- Fits ANY Stock or Aftermarket Bumper Cover
- Adaptor Coupler for Stock Plumbing
Note: Not suitable for cars with DSG
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I'm just itching to upgrade my e30 as well and the more i read about it, the more i want it done (after all, have done 9300 miles now!) Only thing making me very hesitant is that i'm afraid to lose the warranty, and am not sure if the car will be able to handle the power through the front wheels. Maybe its a psychological thing or maybe its because i've never done anything like this before and haven't got the guts/confidence to do it, but my thinking is that i'm not going to touch the engine mods until the warranty runs out. But its just too long away! It seems so many people are upgrading their cars with no problems though. Help me! :cry:
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I'm just itching to upgrade my e30 as well and the more i read about it, the more i want it done (after all, have done 9300 miles now!) Only thing making me very hesitant is that i'm afraid to lose the warranty, and am not sure if the car will be able to handle the power through the front wheels. Maybe its a psychological thing or maybe its because i've never done anything like this before and haven't got the guts/confidence to do it, but my thinking is that i'm not going to touch the engine mods until the warranty runs out. But its just too long away! It seems so many people are upgrading their cars with no problems though. Help me! :cry:
I thought about that for a couple of minutes and said to myself.. sod the warranty. :rolleyes: Red Robin's dealers seem reasonable.. if I have any problems I'll go to them :grin: :grin: :grin:
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I'm just itching to upgrade my e30 as well and the more i read about it, the more i want it done (after all, have done 9300 miles now!) Only thing making me very hesitant is that i'm afraid to lose the warranty, and am not sure if the car will be able to handle the power through the front wheels. Maybe its a psychological thing or maybe its because i've never done anything like this before and haven't got the guts/confidence to do it, but my thinking is that i'm not going to touch the engine mods until the warranty runs out. But its just too long away! It seems so many people are upgrading their cars with no problems though. Help me! :cry:
....I recommend you do a CarLimits one day course (4-car day for more one-to-one attention) - On airfield at North Weald in your own car. Explore the limits under supervision so you know where the edge is on the road and better stay away from falling off it!
http://www.carlimits.com/script/viewEvents.php?type=airfieldtraining&month=20070101 (http://www.carlimits.com/script/viewEvents.php?type=airfieldtraining&month=20070101)
Mods like exhaust, Forge DV, Carbonio intake, suspension, brakes, remap from someone established like APR/oettinger or Revo, are highly unlikely to go wrong and result in a warranty issue but talk to your dealer (and insurer to check cost increases) first.
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Bl00dy hell.. this is beginning to pee me off... is there anything else you can't do with a dsg car?
APR Intercooler Kit 2.0T FSI
APR has designed the best intercooler upgrade for your 2.0T FSI engine as found in the VW GTI, Jetta and EOS. Charge air cooling is essential to maintaining powerful and safe operation of a turbocharged engine and as performance is increased, so must the efficiency of the intercooler. The APR FSI Intercooler is a perfect OEM intercooler replacement with an intercooler core size almost three times the size of the original unit.
- Cast Aluminum End Tanks
- Bar and Plate Core Design
- Silicone Pressure Hoses
- Direct OEM Fitment - NO Trimming Necessary
- Fits ANY Stock or Aftermarket Bumper Cover
- Adaptor Coupler for Stock Plumbing
Note: Not suitable for cars with DSG
....Bear in mind that the stock intercooler is considered to be particularly good on the stock car. Forge had quite a lot of difficulties improving it in their product development. Also, the climate you drive in should be a consideration. I believe that the APR intercooler must have an appropriate map upgrade added.
More and more peeps offering mods are turning their attention to DSG. It's still a new and relatively expensive car in the UK market for owners to be prepared to spend, and also it's a great car as standard anyway. :smiley:
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АPR have an intercooler kit for DSG, I just saw it on their webpage.
Also, I just went and ordered Forge DV. :lipsrsealed: I wonder who is going to install it, since "my" mechanic is Italian, does not speak English. :smiley: I wonder if I were to do Oettinger remap at their HQs would they be able to install the DV? :undecided:
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АPR have an intercooler kit for DSG, I just saw it on their webpage.
Also, I just went and ordered Forge DV. :lipsrsealed: I wonder who is going to install it, since "my" mechanic is Italian, does not speak English. :smiley: I wonder if I were to do Oettinger remap at their HQs would they be able to install the DV? :undecided:
Here are the instructions that Forge give on a PDF on how to fit a DV if you are confident enough.
http://www.forgemotorsport.co.uk/media/FSITVINSTR(1).pdf
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АPR have an intercooler kit for DSG, I just saw it on their webpage.
Also, I just went and ordered Forge DV. :lipsrsealed: I wonder who is going to install it, since "my" mechanic is Italian, does not speak English. :smiley: I wonder if I were to do Oettinger remap at their HQs would they be able to install the DV? :undecided:
Here are the instructions that Forge give on a PDF on how to fit a DV if you are confident enough.
http://www.forgemotorsport.co.uk/media/FSITVINSTR(1).pdf
....Definitely do-able but probably not to be undertaken by someone who hasn't got some mechanic experience. I've read of instances of peeps getting it wrong at home (in the States) in their back yard. Ideally you need a high ramp.
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I believe that the APR intercooler must have an appropriate map upgrade added.
Any more info on this RedRobin?
On the one hand the OE I/C is good and diff to improve , but then again the APR is so much different it needs a remap?
Im confused lol
JohnO
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I believe that the APR intercooler must have an appropriate map upgrade added.
Any more info on this RedRobin?
On the one hand the OE I/C is good and diff to improve , but then again the APR is so much different it needs a remap?
Im confused lol
JohnO
....I've just done a quick Search but have a thread with 11 pages to read! Plus Kylie is on TV in 5 mins - so you lose out!! For now :smiley: Back to post later.
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АPR have an intercooler kit for DSG, I just saw it on their webpage.
Also, I just went and ordered Forge DV. :lipsrsealed: I wonder who is going to install it, since "my" mechanic is Italian, does not speak English. :smiley: I wonder if I were to do Oettinger remap at their HQs would they be able to install the DV? :undecided:
Here are the instructions that Forge give on a PDF on how to fit a DV if you are confident enough.
http://www.forgemotorsport.co.uk/media/FSITVINSTR(1).pdf
....Definitely do-able but probably not to be undertaken by someone who hasn't got some mechanic experience. I've read of instances of peeps getting it wrong at home (in the States) in their back yard. Ideally you need a high ramp.
no ramp needed its an ed30 dv at the front and is very easy to do.
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Bl00dy hell.. this is beginning to pee me off... is there anything else you can't do with a dsg car?
APR Intercooler Kit 2.0T FSI
APR has designed the best intercooler upgrade for your 2.0T FSI engine as found in the VW GTI, Jetta and EOS. Charge air cooling is essential to maintaining powerful and safe operation of a turbocharged engine and as performance is increased, so must the efficiency of the intercooler. The APR FSI Intercooler is a perfect OEM intercooler replacement with an intercooler core size almost three times the size of the original unit.
- Cast Aluminum End Tanks
- Bar and Plate Core Design
- Silicone Pressure Hoses
- Direct OEM Fitment - NO Trimming Necessary
- Fits ANY Stock or Aftermarket Bumper Cover
- Adaptor Coupler for Stock Plumbing
Note: Not suitable for cars with DSG
....Bear in mind that the stock intercooler is considered to be particularly good on the stock car. Forge had quite a lot of difficulties improving it in their product development. Also, the climate you drive in should be a consideration. I believe that the APR intercooler must have an appropriate map upgrade added.
More and more peeps offering mods are turning their attention to DSG. It's still a new and relatively expensive car in the UK market for owners to be prepared to spend, and also it's a great car as standard anyway. :smiley:
Bit confused now as the aftermarket manufacturers like APR and Forge clain that there intercoolers are a massive improvement on stock?!
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АPR have an intercooler kit for DSG, I just saw it on their webpage.
Also, I just went and ordered Forge DV. :lipsrsealed: I wonder who is going to install it, since "my" mechanic is Italian, does not speak English. :smiley: I wonder if I were to do Oettinger remap at their HQs would they be able to install the DV? :undecided:
Thanks for that :wink:
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Bit confused now as the aftermarket manufacturers like APR and Forge clain that there intercoolers are a massive improvement on stock?!
....Well, they want to sell their products.
I better not mention any names but a few months ago I spoke to someone at Forge about the intercooler and they advised me not to bother for road use in the UK and someone else at Forge on another occasion said that they only made improvements after much effort.
At the moment I can't find that info about APR remap - I may have got it wrong - I'll keep looking.
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....Well, they want to sell their products.
I better not mention any names but a few months ago I spoke to someone at Forge about the intercooler and they advised me not to bother for road use in the UK and someone else at Forge on another occasion said that they only made improvements after much effort.
Well thats shocking... surely they can't be blatantly lying can they? :undecided:
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Hmm, wondering if I should get Eibach ARB's too while I am there? :undecided:
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Hmm, wondering if I should get Eibach ARB's too while I am there? :undecided:
They are on my shopping list :cool:
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My eibach pro kit should be in Gib soon...demon tweeks say it has been dispatched....an Anti Roll Bar...would be good for gib i think as there are alot of tight corners which when your in the mood, you take at high speeds lol...any like pros and cons towards the anti roll bar kit??
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My eibach pro kit should be in Gib soon...demon tweeks say it has been dispatched....an Anti Roll Bar...would be good for gib i think as there are alot of tight corners which when your in the mood, you take at high speeds lol...any like pros and cons towards the anti roll bar kit??
only pros
I have Eibach Pro System Plus on my list... towards the spring I do it! :smiley:
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I've fitted the Eibach anti-roll bars and coilovers and it handles spot on, although this picture was taken before.
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how much are the coilovers and ARBs? from?
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Got both from Awesome, coilovers are 500ish and anti-roll bars are 250ish, plus the dreaded of course.
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Paying for labour must have been a b!tch! Btw....from ur sig i see some BBS 19"'s....care to post some pics :)
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Got both from Awesome, coilovers are 500ish and anti-roll bars are 250ish, plus the dreaded of course.
Dude I got to say that is probably one of the nicest looking Ed30 I have seen. Keep it clean, keep it standard, keep it looking mean!
I think it the colour... new black??
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cheers mate, thanx for the positive comment, I like the OE+ look to.
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gotta agree , Gaz's car is a belter and shows why the ED30 should have had 19's :wink:
Re: ARB , If you are getting springs or coilovers fitted this time then yes I would.
And of course a proper suspension setup which I guess you have to bargain for too :lipsrsealed:
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....ARB's are often overlooked but play a vital part in an effective suspension setup as a whole. For anyone who is very restricted by costs, I would go as far as suggesting that ARB's are excellent value for money and do those if you can't afford to go the whole hog. :smiley:
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....ARB's are often overlooked but play a vital part in an effective suspension setup as a whole. For anyone who is very restricted by costs, I would go as far as suggesting that ARB's are excellent value for money and do those if you can't afford to go the whole hog. :smiley:
What about strut brace's? Do you reckon they are worth having? If I went for one it would only be an over the front engine brace. :undecided:
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....ARB's are often overlooked but play a vital part in an effective suspension setup as a whole. For anyone who is very restricted by costs, I would go as far as suggesting that ARB's are excellent value for money and do those if you can't afford to go the whole hog. :smiley:
What about strut brace's? Do you reckon they are worth having? If I went for one it would only be an over the front engine brace. :undecided:
....Probably a bit overkill for road use. I know a few guys who've fitted them to their Mk4 R32's for track days but no Mk5's. Perhaps someone else here knows more than I do about them.
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ooooo....kkkkk...
I dont undestand much of this. But Hurdy your car is gonna fly :drool:
I did a mod on Gran Turismo 4 to my GTI called a variable LSD. I noticed it grips better even with something like 300 HP.
What does a LSD do?
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ooooo....kkkkk...
I dont undestand much of this. But Hurdy your car is gonna fly :drool:
I did a mod on Gran Turismo 4 to my GTI called a variable LSD. I noticed it grips better even with something like 300 HP.
What does a LSD do?
....LSD = Limited Slip Differential.
Coincidentally, I'm considering this mod. Should I post all the info here or start a new thread (and post a link to it here) about the LSD for the GTI Mk5 ?
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ooooo....kkkkk...
I dont undestand much of this. But Hurdy your car is gonna fly :drool:
I did a mod on Gran Turismo 4 to my GTI called a variable LSD. I noticed it grips better even with something like 300 HP.
What does a LSD do?
....LSD = Limited Slip Differential.
Coincidentally, I'm considering this mod. Should I post all the info here or start a new thread (and post a link to it here) about the LSD for the GTI Mk5 ?
To avoid confusion, I'd start another thread RR :cool:
Can't wait to hear about it :drool:
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ooooo....kkkkk...
I dont undestand much of this. But Hurdy your car is gonna fly :drool:
I did a mod on Gran Turismo 4 to my GTI called a variable LSD. I noticed it grips better even with something like 300 HP.
What does a LSD do?
....LSD = Limited Slip Differential.
Coincidentally, I'm considering this mod. Should I post all the info here or start a new thread (and post a link to it here) about the LSD for the GTI Mk5 ?
Same here - I am def considering this. The only thing I am worried about is the inter-play with ESP although I have read that the LSD reacts much quicker than ESP so there is no issue. Also what I have read - in vortex I think - is that to put an LSD into a DSG car might require taking the DSG box apart which I would not do :shocked:
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Definitely bit the bullet now :evil:
Booked in next week for part one mods:-
Remap
Forge DV
Carbonio
They have agreed to Rolling road it before and after, so I can see the differences with the mods. :evil:
Note to self *Must not forget camera*
Interestingly I spoke to Awesome who basically advised me not to bother with the Eibach ARB mod on its own as it will not do much. Significant differences will only be noticed in conjunction with a spring or full coilover change (which I can't really go for :cry:). So that has saved me £500 :smiley:
Now, should I buy the APR tuned badge whilst I am there so that they can see why and how I was able to overtake them?, or should I leave it off and let the people guess what lies under my bonnet? :undecided:
http://www.awesome-gti.co.uk/images/aprtunedbadge.jpg
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Nah let them guess, you'll have some fun embarassing a few 911 drivers.
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Nah let them guess, you'll have some fun embarassing a few 911 drivers.
:evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil: :evil:
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Yeha, dont bother putting the badge, just embarres them like that GT did to me, youl have them wondering for about a month, wtf happened lol
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Let us know how it goes and what you think of the service from Awesome. I have bought quite a few parts from them now and they have been excellent on the phone and by mail order, be good to know what they are like in the workshop.
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yeah leave it off!
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If I put the W8 on it would confuse them when I passed them :grin:
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Definitely bit the bullet now :evil:
Booked in next week for part one mods:-
Remap
Forge DV
Carbonio
They have agreed to Rolling road it before and after, so I can see the differences with the mods. :evil:
Note to self *Must not forget camera*
Interestingly I spoke to Awesome who basically advised me not to bother with the Eibach ARB mod on its own as it will not do much. Significant differences will only be noticed in conjunction with a spring or full coilover change (which I can't really go for :cry:). So that has saved me £500 :smiley:
Now, should I buy the APR tuned badge whilst I am there so that they can see why and how I was able to overtake them?, or should I leave it off and let the people guess what lies under my bonnet? :undecided:
http://www.awesome-gti.co.uk/images/aprtunedbadge.jpg
Be interesting to see what car does before and after, mine did 248bhp and 294bhp, how many miles has your car done now, I'll also be interested to see if the carbonio helps as I'm considering this as my next mod.
O yes, leave the badge off.
And by the way I've never had anything but excellent service from Awesome, at times they've really gone out of the way to get things spot on as I can be a bit fussy. They are real enthusiasts with a passion for VAG group cars
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badge off definitely.
I always reckoned a discrete mod of 2 edition thirty rear badges cut together in the right way would give you...
EDITION 300
very subtle :evil:
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badge off definitely.
I always reckoned a discrete mod of 2 edition thirty rear badges cut together in the right way would give you...
EDITION 300
very subtle :evil:
:grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: Hurdy you could photoshop that, no problem.
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badge off definitely.
I always reckoned a discrete mod of 2 edition thirty rear badges cut together in the right way would give you...
EDITION 300
very subtle :evil:
:grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: Hurdy you could photoshop that, no problem.
oh dont! hes only just stopped playing with it!
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eh voila
(http://www.johnoldfield.dsl.pipex.com/images/weblog/ed300_badge.jpg)
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why does the picture looked cross eyed.
but yeah nice lol
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actually a pic taken from below so car is not straight on , Mr fussy!
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eh voila
(http://www.johnoldfield.dsl.pipex.com/images/weblog/ed300_badge.jpg)
Like it LOL. :smiley:
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me 2, might buy a couple and try to get it perfect :tongue:
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Definitely bit the bullet now :evil:
Booked in next week for part one mods:-
Remap
Forge DV
Carbonio
They have agreed to Rolling road it before and after, so I can see the differences with the mods. :evil:
Note to self *Must not forget camera*
Interestingly I spoke to Awesome who basically advised me not to bother with the Eibach ARB mod on its own as it will not do much. Significant differences will only be noticed in conjunction with a spring or full coilover change (which I can't really go for :cry:). So that has saved me £500 :smiley:
Now, should I buy the APR tuned badge whilst I am there so that they can see why and how I was able to overtake them?, or should I leave it off and let the people guess what lies under my bonnet? :undecided:
http://www.awesome-gti.co.uk/images/aprtunedbadge.jpg
Be interesting to see what car does before and after, mine did 248bhp and 294bhp, how many miles has your car done now, I'll also be interested to see if the carbonio helps as I'm considering this as my next mod.
O yes, leave the badge off.
And by the way I've never had anything but excellent service from Awesome, at times they've really gone out of the way to get things spot on as I can be a bit fussy. They are real enthusiasts with a passion for VAG group cars
My car has done 5,100 miles, so I'm hoping it is a decent 240+bhp before.