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  1. wizmk7gti

    ABS module went bad

    Heard of Honda Accords having issues. Costs about the same too. Friend waiting 3 months for part.
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    Modded parts for sale/Greenville SC

    Very nice, I'm jelly! Been longing for a rear drive ever since I drove an M2 at BMW's track.
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    Modded parts for sale/Greenville SC

    Why you selling, what are you getting?
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    Typical Interstate Speeds

    I also find that if you stay out of the left lane you mostly avoid scrutiny. Unless you're all alone.
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    Typical Interstate Speeds

    Grew up on Long Island. Drivers always fill any gap and drive as fast as they can. Or slightly faster. Up state on NY thru- way people tended to stay right except to pass. Living in S.C. now for 27 years ,drivers ten d to view the left lane as the " Express Lane" meaning "I don't want to...
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    How long did your factory clutch last

    At 72k , last 6k apr stage1. So far so good. No holeshots!
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    MK7 owners in the S.C. upstate ?

    The wife. Daughter drives the beetle. Wife loves the Jetta. 1.4 is impressive. I've actually hit higher speeds in it than the Gti. Softer ride, speed sneaks up on you.
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    MK7 owners in the S.C. upstate ?

    Shorty, that you on 385 w/ the firetruck? I like your ride!
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    Any Regrets after Tuning MK7 GTI?

    Just got Apr stage 1 in April. Only 4k miles with the tune. 66k before tune. Clutch isn't slipping yet.....! Sorry I waited so long. GTI was fun before but.....I'm still giggling every time I drive it!
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    Any Regrets after Tuning MK7 GTI?

    I did APR stage 1 93 low torque in April. My only regret was waiting so long!
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    Lack of audio?

    Still having same problem at 70k. Had dash unit replaced but intermittent problem continues, oh well!
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    What is the obsession with warranties?

    I bought mine intending to go stage 1 after about 12k. Figuring any bugs should show up by then. But not wanting to void the warranty messed up my time table. The only things that failed were my a/c condenser, out of warranty by 3k miles and my audio which was replaced but not repaired. Got...
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    Winter wheel / Tirerack.com / hub rings

    I had issues with the plastic rings. Got Amazon aluminum solved the problem. Also good to torque in 3 stages with tires in the air. Have same wheels and tires in 18 by the way.
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    What did you do to your mk7 today?

    I have close to 20k on mine and they're about 50%. I don't do burn outside, but do drive briskly on country roads.
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    Slight vibration at higher speeds

    I have wheels with centering rings as well as stock without. When I had an oil change the shop rotated my tires. Had vibration as soon as I hit 70. Got home. Was thinking they left out a centering ring. But they were all in. I torqued each wheel to 88lb/ft. In 3 steps, while on the jack. No...
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    Hub Centric Ring Fitment

    I had the plastic tire rack ones, and the vibrations. Bought 2 different sets of aluminum ones on ebay. Both work fine. I also make a point of tightening the bolts in 3 stages while jacked up.
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    Wheel and tires!!!

    Firestone Firehawk Indy 500's. Excellent summer tire. Very good value. Can use all year in Ca.
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    Scion TC

    Tc's were available with a dealer installed super charger!!
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    How many unscheduled repairs during your first 100k?

    67k ,condenser went just out of warranty. Have an intermittent audio issue. 2dr.6spd. No sunroof issues, a little wind noise that I'll negate with gummi pfledge. Not loosing antifreeze nor using oil. Love this car.
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