Yes...linear with respect to accelerator switch voltage output to accelerator pedal movement - NOT, throttle movement which is what folks are generally talking about in this discussion. I have a graph of that in that thread shown below. I hypothesize that the pedal box would straighten this line out and be the mythical "linear" throttle eveyone wants but I have never spend anymore time playing with it...maybe one day I'll do it. To do this, I used live data on my OBDEleven to see the variables and held the pedal at the various % positions in the first columm then recorded the %throttle that I had to generate this.So stock is a linear pedal feel, where the pedal tuners are the exact opposite of a linear pedal feel, and create pretty much a flat\dead zone from like 35% - 65% pedal input?
But its cooler and more stealthy to have a modded GTI. Only other car-people would know that something is up. To me its so funny to get challenged by someone, and then just gap them and the dumbfounded expressions are priceless. S3, R. TTS, and others are what I call "expected fast." If you go fast in those or otherwise horsing around, people don't care because they know those cars are already fast. Plus the 5- oh is more likely to notice you. I've chased a Cayman, and M3 and others through surprise speed traps at 90+, and never get pulled over because the po-po too busy looking at the other car that more looks the part.
I'd be quite happy bee-bopin' along in my (insert German luxury vehicle here) and getting gapped by someone in a GTI.Unfortunately, you're still driving a GTI.
I tested this (for someone looking for a tweak to increase throttle response) on my TDI, 6MT. No change in throttle response and it didn't even mess with my cruise control.There is another one (OBDEleven app or change) that is called "increased engine responsiveness" but really that's the "audi" mod as I call it (and it's referred to that elsewhere) - you litterally change the manufacturer in the long coding from VW to Audi. I tested that too and didn't see any differences but at least it's in the engine control unit. It knocks out your cruise control so at least *some* plausibility that it is impacting the throttle in some way.
Nice, thanks for the info!I tested this (for someone looking for a tweak to increase throttle response) on my TDI, 6MT. No change in throttle response and it didn't even mess with my cruise control.
https://forums.ross-tech.com/index.php?threads/35210/#post-296266
That person ultimately bought a pedal box.
It's both a pro and a conUnfortunately, you're still driving a GTI.
A little late to the thread but feel free to check out my build thread. I haven’t spent much on labor as I’ve installed everything myself - the fmic and BFI engine/trans mounts. I also have a lot of tools and a quick jack. For me, building the car myself has been a huge enjoyment and has saved a ton on labor costs.Hey All! Let me know if this is a redundant question as I’m a newbie to the GTI modding world.
I have a 7.5 GTI SE automatic with 20k miles. It’s stock except for an off the shelf Cobb stage 1 tune and a K&N air filter - see? I said I was a newbie.
I’m trying to figure out a budget for the build and while I could swing $15k in upgrades over the next year I’m curious how an experienced tuner would spend their money. Also, I don’t have a garage or access to one so I will need a shop to do the upgrades.
Looks are important but I’m more concerned with performance. I know I want new wheels, tires, and coilovers.
If you were me, how would you spend $10k to $15k ranked in order of performance?
Thank you in advance for your help.
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Nice list for a well-rounded street driven car!I spoke with the OP at length this afternoon & after really diving into what was most important for how he’d be using the car (& keeping it long term) this is the list I came up with to meet his goals.
I had some downtime at the airport, so after investing a decent amount of time into this list I figured I’d share it here for anyone else who may be interested. Without context of our conversation I’m sure there’s stuff other forum members would tweak, but based on picking the OP’s brain this is my recipe for success.
Nice list for a well-rounded street driven car!
I didn't talk to him, but it might be worth adding a more aggressive street pad and higher temp fluid as well. E.g. Hawk HPS 5.0 and Motul RBF600. These can be done whenever it's time for a brake service. Also, the stock engine/trans mounts will probably be pretty warn after a couple years at that power level. BFI stg 1 mounts might be a down the road upgrade as well.
Some people are probably gonna take issue with spending $13k for "only" those upgrades. But you've choosen quality parts that shouldn't cause headaches a couple years down the line. I'd say if he wanted to bring the price down, I'd look at keeping the stock DP and doing a CSS/TCR muffler. Add a res delete for more volume if desired. EQT is supposed to be coming out with a stock DP IS38 tune soon'ish, probably this year.
Agreed, this is probably the better move now that FCP has raised the price and less favorable warranty terms.@GTI Jake what about EQT is38 & tune? You can get good package deals on that setup and you have an Accessport.
@GTI Jake what about EQT is38 & tune? You can get good package deals on that setup and you have an Accessport.
Agreed, this is probably the better move now that FCP has raised the price and less favorable warranty terms.