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  1. Nerdy Oreo

    Selling - MK7 GTI Cobb Access Port Vent Mount - (3D Printed) $20

    These are print on demand, in ASA, so they wont warp or discolor in the car during the summer. I am able to print them in the colors listed below the images. It takes me about a week to get them shipped (I work a full time job). $20 + Shipping (Calculated on request). Let me know if you have any...
  2. Nerdy Oreo

    New Brakes Question

    Hey guys! I am going to be doing a brake job on my. Mk7 gti (non-performance pack) and I will be fully replacing both rotors and pads. I was looking at doing an "upgrade" and going with the following kit - - > https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-brake-kit-ebc-brakes-kit-00781 My questions are...
  3. Nerdy Oreo

    Exhaust question lol

    So I installed my exhaust and didn't end up tightening the connector to the downpipe enough... If the catback separates from the cat/dp is it unsafe to drive? I assume not (itl essentially be a dump pipe at that point) but just making sure it's safe to drive home.
  4. Nerdy Oreo

    Delete please

    I know about the endless threads on here about "which intercooler is best" or "here's the link to the intercooler test by mygolfmk7(dot)Com" etc. Apologies for bringing this up for whoever is sick of people asking questions about intercoolers. However, I have one question, a simple question...
  5. Nerdy Oreo

    Is20 - - > is38 upgrade question

    I am planning to upgrade to an is38 and I currently run a CTS Turbo Catted Downpipe on my is20 along with a CTS Turbo Inlet pipe. Do I have to replace those when going with the is38 or is the sizing the same? Like physically will the pieces be compatible with the is38?
  6. Nerdy Oreo

    Need a Retune when removing cat?

    I am stage 2 eqt is20 tuned and I was wondering if I remove my catalytic converter and replace it with a straight through pipe, would I need a Retune and if not is it safe for the car to have no cat (back pressure wise)? I also recently installed an awe track catback and wanted to understand...
  7. Nerdy Oreo

    Black Badges MK7?

    I'm betting this question has been asked a million times, but I haven't been able to find an answer. Where do you find the best quality front and rear black VW badges, fender badge, and GTI badge? Drop a link if you can! Also, coming from my time with JDM mods interior carbon was big...
  8. Nerdy Oreo

    Rear Sway Bar questions

    I have a few questions about upgrades to the rear sway bar. First, do you guys truly recommend them. SECOND, any recommendations on size, 24,25,26,27mm? Third, any recommendations on specific sway bars? Finally, what would you expect to spend on your recommend swaybar. This car is not tracked...
  9. Nerdy Oreo

    MK7 Exhaust Question

    Hey everyone, I'm aware of the countless exhaust related threads on this site but couldn't find the answer to my super specific question. I'm looking for an exhaust around the $500-600 price point with a similar tone and volume to the AWE Touring Exhaust. I'm running a CTS Catted Downpipe at the...
  10. Nerdy Oreo

    Brightest Halogen bulbs?

    Hey guys. I've searched fir an answer to this and found multiple threads that don't fully answer the question so I thought I would ask again here. Im trying to avoid spending $100+ for an LED upgrade that will enevitably blind other drivers so I was curious if there's a brighter drop in 1:1...
  11. Nerdy Oreo

    Rest In Peace Ken Block

    I know this isn't a normal discussion but I felt it was warranted. Ken Block sadly just passed in a snowmobiling accident. Rest in peace to an absolute ledgend. Admins please take this down if need be. Just wanted to post out of respect. Never to be forgotten.
  12. Nerdy Oreo

    Permanent Auto-window fix?

    Has anyone found a permanent fix to the automatic open/close issue on the front windows? Specifically the drivers side. I have lost count of how many times I've done the full reset (put window up and hold up, then all the way down and hold down... Etc), that "fix" no longer works lol 🤣
  13. Nerdy Oreo

    What to buy?

    I have $150 to spend on Amazon, trying to find something to get fir the car. Any recommendations on little things for the car? What I already have: Obd11 Upgraded paddle shifters Thinkware U1000 Dashcam Escort Max 360c Radar detector
  14. Nerdy Oreo

    Battery Recommendation?

    Hey guys... It's that time of year again where my battery has decided it doesn't want to battery anymore 🙃. So now I'm here looking for some good battery recommendations! I have heard that Optima Red Tops are good but I don't know what works best with the car (besides factory). Thanks again...
  15. Nerdy Oreo

    Lowering Springs??

    Hey everybody! Out of curiosity for those running lowering Springs, how are they, do you recommend them, which ones did you Buy and why?? Im considering getting lowering Springs for slightly stiffer handling and an all around more aggressive look but there so many options with such a large...
  16. Nerdy Oreo

    Paint vs Wrap

    I have been looking Into doing a full color change on the GTI and I'm pretty torn. For those who have changed the color of their car, which did you choose, why, and how much did it cost (if you are willing to share that)? Also drop a photo! Would love to see how it came out!
  17. Nerdy Oreo

    Average paint costs?

    Hey guys, kind of a random question but on average how much does paint restoration cost? My front bumpers clear coat is peeling (roughly the 6in in diameter) and I have swirl marks all over the vehicle and one or two dents where car doors have hit me and removed paint. I've had shops quote me...
  18. Nerdy Oreo

    Intercooler vs Interchiller

    Does anyone have any experience with interchillers and the Mk7 platform? I know it's twice the cost of most intercoolers but it looks like there are very few drawbacks that are massively outweighed by the benefits. Are there any complete interchiller kits available for the Mk7 gti and what's...
  19. Nerdy Oreo

    Trq Wrench Recommendations?

    Anyone have any good torque wrench recommendations for under like $200? Im trying to get some good recommendations
  20. Nerdy Oreo

    Good RI Inspection Locations?

    Anyone know of any good RI inspection locations to get my 2017 GTI inspected? It is a Stage 2 EQT car with a Catted Downpipe, IE v2 Intake, CTS Intake Elbow, and an EQT Dogbone mount + Insert. I was easily able to get it inspected in Mass but I am moving back to RI in October and will need to...
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