MK7 "Random / "Stupid" Questions Thread"

[back2brand]

This question probably belongs in this thread: If all other factors are unchanged (no change in driving habits, fuel, tires, etc) would switching between "normal", "sport", and "eco" driving modes make any difference whatsoever to fuel economy? Again, all other things being equal.

 

[scrllock]

Picking up an isweep front brace....it bolts up to a hole near the dog bone mount.....anyone know what those bolt holes are....M8? it isn't coming with any hardware.
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Specs: M8 x 1.25 thread length 20mm — we would recommend using a washer as well.

 

[oddspyke]

This question probably belongs in this thread: If all other factors are unchanged (no change in driving habits, fuel, tires, etc) would switching between "normal", "sport", and "eco" driving modes make any difference whatsoever to fuel economy? Again, all other things being equal.

For a DSG, yes because it alters the shift points. In a manual, probably not, but I do think it changes the throttle mapping for more aggressive tip in, so it's possible.

 

[Subliminal]

This question probably belongs in this thread: If all other factors are unchanged (no change in driving habits, fuel, tires, etc) would switching between "normal", "sport", and "eco" driving modes make any difference whatsoever to fuel economy? Again, all other things being equal.

yes, at least that's the idea of it changing the throttle sensitivity

 

[back2brand]

For a DSG, yes because it alters the shift points. In a manual, probably not, but I do think it changes the throttle mapping for more aggressive tip in, so it's possible.

Thanks for the responses. Mine is a manual transmission. It's always been in the "sport" mode even though I am a very conservative driver.

 

[ER9240]

Is there an easy way to search these forums when searching for three letter words? Try searching e85, e30, MPI, or any other three letter acronyms and get zero results.

 

[JTM88]

Is there an easy way to search these forums when searching for three letter words? Try searching e85, e30, MPI, or any other three letter acronyms and get zero results.

Use Google, and format the search like this "e85 site:https://www.golfmk7.com/". It will return results for e85 from whatever you put after site:

This is a very useful way to search for anything on a forum.

https://www.google.com/search?q=e85...me..69i57.13269j0j15&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

 

[FooDogg]

yes, at least that's the idea of it changing the throttle sensitivity

I thought TiGeo had conclusively demonstrated by data logging the throttle impact is mistaken, all butt dyno? That assumption arose from translation error from German and location in software organization that implied throttle changes.

Sport mode changes electrical steering response and DSG shift points only.
There are long threads on this here and elsewhere as i recall. Correct me with links if I am wrong.

 

[Subliminal]

I thought TiGeo had conclusively demonstrated by data logging the throttle impact is mistaken, all butt dyno? That assumption arose from translation error from German and location in software organization that implied throttle changes.

Sport mode changes electrical steering response and DSG shift points only.
There are long threads on this here and elsewhere as i recall. Correct me with links if I am wrong.

then why does my 6spd have a drivetrain setting and what does it do

 

[swcrow]

anyone on here work for a paint/body shop that can get me some paint with clear mixed that I can brush on? Maybe a little containers worth? paintscratch two small bottles (1 oz) is about $27......is that a good price? Any positive feedback from that site?

 

[krs]

anyone on here work for a paint/body shop that can get me some paint with clear mixed that I can brush on? Maybe a little containers worth? paintscratch two small bottles (1 oz) is about $27......is that a good price? Any positive feedback from that site?

I used https://scratcheshappen.com

The kit was very nice, lots of brushes, primer, paint and clear coat.

$27 is about average for a kit like that, maybe a tad on the cheaper end.

 

[swcrow]

I used https://scratcheshappen.com

The kit was very nice, lots of brushes, primer, paint and clear coat.

$27 is about average for a kit like that, maybe a tad on the cheaper end.

Yeah nice! Thanks for that recommendation!

 

[StorableComa]

Dr. Colorchip is another good one. I've used them before with positive results

 

[DrFunkalupicus]

What's the recommended stuff to get to knock out a brake fluid change on my own?

 

[Nineeightyone]

What's the recommended stuff to get to knock out a brake fluid change on my own?

Clear hose and a container for the old fluid, brake fluid, a friend, line wrenches. Don't cheap out on the last three.

Blackhawk/Proto makes good line wrenches if you don't want to spend Snap-On money, and good fluid is sensible if you're gonna be in there anyway. RBF600 or ATE Typ200 are my go-tos.