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jolebole

jolebole

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Tkulhanc134 said:
i honestly think stage 1 is really unnecessary for me for this car unless they bring 50 ponies like the last gen then its ok for me, especially in a shitty state like VA driving 80+ its at least mandated court date. Maybe i'll get some 19 ibs. lightweight wheels from neuspeed and better tires and i think the car may will be complete.



i can speak my experience with my mk6 gti stage 1. in 5th gear on highway for instance, you can get to 75-80 mph in 3 seconds from 55mph. The power delivery is more jerky with the way i put it when boost kicks in, but the car doesn't seem to have linear acceleration as stock, technically you feel like driving an electric car when you pass someone on highway, stage 2 seems to solve the issue but never experienced, i believe ill wait for 2 and see what happens. I can't speak for sport mode as well on DSG as my mk6 was manual.

MK7 GTI w/ lightweight wheels = mk6 stage 1, in my opinion.
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Is APR and Uni similar in where on the RPM meter they provide the power ?
You mean even lighter wheels then stock? How light you need to go to make a difference?
Does wheel weight afect torque? In the world of wheels light=expensive.
 
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Tk_mkv1

Tk_mkv1

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Location
United States of 'Murica!
jolebole said:
Is APR and Uni similar in where on the RPM meter they provide the power ?
You mean even lighter wheels then stock? How light you need to go to make a difference?
Does wheel weight afect torque? In the world of wheels light=expensive.
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Yep same

Yes lighter than stock. Our Austin wheels are 25ibs a wheel alone, just like Detroits on mk6. Neuspeed wheels are 19ibs, due to their lightweight it provides better rotational mass, better acceleration and makes the car faster, not a whole lot obviously. Neuspeed's in particular for a lightweight wheel is not expensive, around ~$1,200 a set; there are lot more alternatives in different brand like Enkei or OZ, cost at least ~$2,000 a set and thats a lot for wheels. Neuspeeds seem to have better quality on wheels than OZ as i saw them bent.
 
Chris43

Chris43

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Location
Bury, Lancs
You don't know how lucky you have it in the US. A UK gallon of standard unleaded works out at $8.36
 
ihmix

ihmix

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Location
Milton Keynes
Chris43 said:
You don't know how lucky you have it in the US. A UK gallon of standard unleaded works out at $8.36
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That's probably the cheapest it's been in the uk for nearly 2 years. Crazy.


Golf GTD
Pure White
Dynaudio, Winter Pack, 19" Santiago Wheels, keyless, DCC.
Order date:- 19-9-14
Bw confirmed :- 02-11-14
5b text received 07-11-14
5c text received 12-11-14
6 text received 14-11-14
Collection 30-11-14
 
jolebole

jolebole

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Location
Chicago
Also ordered ECS 15/20mm spacers with extended bolts. They are 15% OFF today :D. Will try to install them for the weekend. :D:D

 
CLapperhighs

CLapperhighs

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Location
United States
Had a busy night! Installed some parts from my old car. A VWR short shift kit, with 42 DD end link bushings, and Torque solutions shifter cable bracket bushings. Total shifter overhaul! It feels so good. It's Very short and precise. Pops right into every gear with no hesitation. It's beautiful.

Also installed the GFB DV+. :) tomorrow morning the VWR springs go on! :D
 
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Stueck9356

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Location
NC
How does the shift feel? I am looking at a SS kit, but I don't want to have a loud transmission or harsh cold shifts, something I've always found with those.

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CLapperhighs

CLapperhighs

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Location
United States
Stueck9356 said:
How does the shift feel? I am looking at a SS kit, but I don't want to have a loud transmission or harsh cold shifts, something I've always found with those.

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Its amazing. It's the same shifter i had on my mk6. Combined with all the other shifter mods i did, it's perfect. Very short, (maybe even too short.. mines adjustable, so i might lengthen it ever so slightly.) It feels very mechanical and precise. No added noise or vibrations aside from a reassuring click you get with each gear engagement. Cold shifts are fine. The gear oil will affect that more than anything though. Stick with Oem Gear oil. No reason to change it.
 
SHFT

SHFT

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Location
Houston
Clapperhighs said:
Had a busy night! Installed some parts from my old car. A VWR short shift kit, with 42 DD end link bushings, and Torque solutions shifter cable bracket bushings. Total shifter overhaul! It feels so good. It's Very short and precise. Pops right into every gear with no hesitation. It's beautiful.

Also installed the GFB DV+. :) tomorrow morning the VWR springs go on! :D
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Did you know that I used to own your DV+ lol
 
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