Diggs24
Autocross Champion
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- 2015 GTI
Why not just leave stock arm in?
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Anyone using the Powerflex hybrid dogbone puck?
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Twist1
Autocross Newbie
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- Breaking Mustang Hearts
Yeah it's a fine line of rigidity.
That is the plan now. HPA was already installed, didn't have the stock arm with me at my buddies. Should have asked for a ride home to get the stock arm instead of trying to modify the powerflex to work. But you know, there was beer involved.
Ahh the old redneck engineering. Been there multiple times. My result is usually: It ain't pretty but it works.
SonicBloom
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- Bay Area, CA
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- 2017 GTI S
Assuming engine and transmission mounts are upgraded does the powerflex hybrid require an upgraded pendulum mount to keep wear and tear and NVH down? I’m trying to determine how necessary an upgraded pendulum mount is when upgrading the rest of the mounts.
austexrocker
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Hello All, Hopefully someone here can help me clear up some confusion before I spend money and wait for shipping just to find a mistake. Powerflex part # PFF85-833 appears to be for post 2016 models while PFF85-831 is for the pre 2016 models. In Hotfarts post (#6) it looks like a PFF85-833. I also have a 2017 GTI, Autobahn with PP. The confusion is from EuroTuning's website. They give conflicting info saying they part/year like above but when I plug my car in, they say the PFF85-833 does not fit and the PFF85-831 does. Something isn't adding up. BTW, my intention is to match this with an ECS arm and engine mount. Will wait for the tranny mount. Otherwise I am bone stock. Thanks for any clarification.
Hotfart
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You're right, mine is PFF85-833 (the newer "B" version). I'd be willing to bet you have the newer version as well, but unfortunately I'm not aware of any sure-fire way of knowing which version you have without first getting underneath and having a look. I'd recommend reaching underneath with your phone and snapping a pic to verify which one you need.
Hotfart
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Also, I don't see PFF85-833 listed on UroTuning's website. If it turns out that's the one you need, I'd just order it straight from PowerFlex. https://www.powerflexusa.com/shop/p...ower-engine-mount-hybrid-bushing-large-b-2437
Another option if you're unable figure out which one to buy (depending on their return policy and if you don't mind tying up ~$75 temporarily, and losing out on some shipping costs) - just order both and return the one you don't need.
Another option if you're unable figure out which one to buy (depending on their return policy and if you don't mind tying up ~$75 temporarily, and losing out on some shipping costs) - just order both and return the one you don't need.
Twist1
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Wouldn't upgrading the pendulum mount make nvh even worse than the oem one?
"Both the HPA and Revo had insane NVH when brand new. I hated driving until they broke in. "
Really? I installed the HPA as well as new engine and tranny mounts all at once. There's about 10% more nvh at very low rpm, such as idle or 6th gear at 2500rpm on the freeway but it's barely noticeable. Under all other conditions, there's none perceptible.
The improvement over stock is quite good, especially when really stomping on it / quick shifts (stage 1 and SSK).
I wonder why my results were so much better?
Really? I installed the HPA as well as new engine and tranny mounts all at once. There's about 10% more nvh at very low rpm, such as idle or 6th gear at 2500rpm on the freeway but it's barely noticeable. Under all other conditions, there's none perceptible.
The improvement over stock is quite good, especially when really stomping on it / quick shifts (stage 1 and SSK).
I wonder why my results were so much better?
AlienSP
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- Austin, TX
Being short on time lately, I had the Powerflex hybrid installed last week. After install, I drove down the street and thought the NVH was way too much and I'd revert it back to stock this week. Two days after install, it's only in reverse where I notice that something is different and 10% louder is a good estimation in normal driving. I can now accelerate from a stoplight without the violent wheelhop. Great improvement.
Diggs24
Autocross Champion
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- de plains! de plains!
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- 2015 GTI
AlienSP
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- Austin, TX
Turned your AC on yet?
You had to turn yours off? 91F last Friday.
Ok, I flipped the AC compressor on/off and there was a slight difference at idle, but nothing I would have noticed until now. In the wet, the Indy 500s still shudder under acceleration, but much more manageable than before.
austexrocker
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Hey, A fellow Austinite. Yeah, AC on in February, and heater on the next day. That's Texas. Thanks for the input guys. This forum has been super helpful. I lurked for quite a while before joining. Even bone stock and dry pavement, I get serious wheel hop from a standstill hard acceleration. First couple of time I thought something was broken. Good to know there is a relatively easy solution. Haha, never experienced that with my 2010 TDI.
CarlosCanizares
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- Surrey, BC, Canada
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- Mk7 Golf R
I just want to confirm my stupid question:
When installing the PF Hybrid puck, the stock one has to come out, correct? Similar to HPA and Revo...
When installing the PF Hybrid puck, the stock one has to come out, correct? Similar to HPA and Revo...