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Offline ChrisED30

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Re: your opinions on the DSG?
« Reply #90 on: 28 March 2008, 12:14 »
Its only faster 0-60 using lauch control. Aside from that I have seen no conclusive evidence that its faster up and running. Unless anyone can find any vids or stats??
[nope me neither :rolleyes:I heard there is torque problems with the automatics when remapped too..Did I say my grandad drives an auto :grin: /quote]

Offline acwats

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Re: your opinions on the DSG?
« Reply #91 on: 28 March 2008, 17:57 »
DSG is good that's why I chose it, but I think the initial thread started to get the good and bad, not the bias.

I love mine except for the fact it goes through 1st and 2nd really quickly when in D and you can even find yourself in 4th where as in a manual you'd probably still be in 2nd.

This is great for fuel econ when not pressing on and the car can easily find 2nd in 0.04 seconds with a kick down but this is sometimes a bit too much. Driving in S is too extreme the other way and holds on too long for "spirited" driving.

There - a honest review with the standard bias -

It's the future and it's here now go get it - those with an extra pedal remind me of my late grandfather who always swore by the double de-clutching.
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Offline LaserBlue

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Re: your opinions on the DSG?
« Reply #92 on: 28 March 2008, 18:29 »
Wow my first thread to reach 10 pages  :laugh:

I think we should call it a day now, the thread has been amusing and helpfull throughout the whole week.

I want to thank you all for you comments.

This forum is way better than the golfmkv.com  :wink:

Offline orca

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Re: your opinions on the DSG?
« Reply #93 on: 28 March 2008, 19:21 »
Just one last thing...

Let us all know what you end up getting  :smiley:

Cheers

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Re: your opinions on the DSG?
« Reply #94 on: 28 March 2008, 19:53 »
Just one last thing...

Let us all know what you end up getting  :smiley:

Cheers


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Offline R32UK

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Re: your opinions on the DSG?
« Reply #95 on: 28 March 2008, 20:19 »
Jeezaloo!! im away for half a day and end up getting slagged off by every grandad with a DSG :lipsrsealed:

Im not hear to change anyone's mind as I said previously, I have already made the choice as have most of you. I just wanted to help a dude out with his decision. it wouldnt be right if 50 people came on hear and said DSG is the best thing ever and the he goes out and gets one... only to find like me that its not for him. :undecided:

Here is the conclusive evidence

1.DSG is faster 0-60 (but yet to see any proof of it being faster round a track) correct me if im wrong.

2. You are not in full control of your gearing

3. 90% of dsg drivers will leave it in auto

4. there are limits on the amount of power a DSG box can handle

5. We dont know how long they last :grin:

6. Cant do donuts in a DSG.... very important!!

7. A little "jolty" at low speeds

8. Danger of getting a "lazy leg"

9. Cant change gear using paddles when going round corners

10. Cant (for whatever reason) be in gear and rev your engine in an aggressive manner

These are just a few points.. no need for anyone to get all defensive either..  :grin: :grin:

Offline KentBladeboy

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Re: your opinions on the DSG?
« Reply #96 on: 28 March 2008, 20:29 »
R32, personally I don't give a toss if the manual or the DSG is a better car, but I am always perturbed when statements are made that do not always add up

I read this last month in my Road & Track

http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?section_id=12&article_id=6321

Still not enough power?
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Re: your opinions on the DSG?
« Reply #97 on: 28 March 2008, 20:34 »
isnt the bugatti veyron fitted with dsg aswell?? has that got enough horsepower with a dsg box?

Offline R32UK

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Re: your opinions on the DSG?
« Reply #98 on: 28 March 2008, 20:38 »
Sorry Im not sure what point your trying to make there kentblade boy.

You did read that they have had to make changes to the DSG?? The standard DSG fitted in the golf WILL NOT handle that kind of power. FACT

Offline KentBladeboy

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Re: your opinions on the DSG?
« Reply #99 on: 28 March 2008, 20:44 »
Never suggested it would....just sitting here bored and wondered how long it would take for you to rise to the bait   :smiley:
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