Launch Control RPM (MK7 Golf R)

[dlaunde]

Hey all,

I am dialing in my 19' R launch control RPM with EQT tune. I have found that anything over 3500rpm with the mods and power I am running results in slip/a less than graceful launch. Around 3500rpm can be hit and miss, whereas 3000-3300rpm always launches perfectly.

Is there much, if any, measurable difference between a clean launch at 3200rpm and a clean launch at 3500rpm? I am sure for 0-60ft times it makes a difference, but for 0-60mph or a quarter mile run, is the difference negligible?

Thanks!

 

[krs]

I can't even tell the difference on my gauge cluster between a difference of 200 rpm's. Is this for a DSG?

I'm launching higher than that when I take off for a Autocross run, probably 4,000-4,500 and it's a grab and go. I've never launched the car when not on 200tw tires though.

 

[dlaunde]

I can't even tell the difference on my gauge cluster between a difference of 200 rpm's. Is this for a DSG?

I'm launching higher than that when I take off for a Autocross run, probably 4,000-4,500 and it's a grab and go. I've never launched the car when not on 200tw tires though.

DSG, yes.

On my old Uni Stage 1 tune 4k launch worked great on my Michelin PS 4 All Season tires. I am now EQT Stage 2 + E30, same tires (don't worry, I will be using Michelin PS4 summers when it gets warm again). I am going to get a custom DSG file for launch points and am trying to decide if I should play it "safe" and just get 3200rpm file or do a 3200rpm/3500rpm file (3200 at 100% pedal, 3500 at kickdown engaged).

 

[scrllock]

You gotta test and figure it out with your setup, really depends on your torque curve, tires and surface. Sounds like you already have though, so do 3200 + 3500@kickdown?

It will definitely make a difference, you should get a dragy and determine just how much.

 

[dlaunde]

You gotta test and figure it out with your setup, really depends on your torque curve, tires and surface. Sounds like you already have though, so do 3200 + 3500@kickdown?

It will definitely make a difference, you should get a dragy and determine just how much.

How many launches can be reasonable done within a certain time period without abusing the DSG too much?
The reason I ask a lot about launch control questions is because I don't want to test it too much and cause issues, so trying to gather as much info beforehand as I can.

 

[jimlloyd40]

If you just use the stock launch control in the R what RPM does the car set if you just floor it with your foot on the brake with a DSG?

 

[dlaunde]

If you just use the stock launch control in the R what RPM does the car set if you just floor it with your foot on the brake with a DSG?

I believe it is 4000rpm (though the manual says 3200rpm is ideal IIRC)