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BlueLude94
03-13-2006, 09:57 PM
Just got a Silver(silverstone grey, i believe) 1.8t GTI. Test drove one and a dealership and fell in love with the tq out of that little beast did a little shopping around and found a 2003 with 22k for $10K...the catch was it had been in a front-end collision but everything was replaced including headlights front bumper and fenders. I am learning very fast they are very differant than hondas, LOL. So, what are some pointers on making this thing a little quicker without drawing to much attention to it...Pics will be up soon.

BTW:Car is registered in a city that is emmision exempt, and no warranty
gtikid
03-13-2006, 11:43 PM
Welcome :D Glad to have another "dubber" :goodjob:...now...lemme be the first to say "CHIP THAT BITCH!" :D :goodjob:
rollininstyle2004
03-13-2006, 11:46 PM
Welcome :D Glad to have another "dubber" :goodjob:...now...lemme be the first to say "CHIP THAT BITCH!" :D :goodjob:
Ill be the second to say it...Chip, easiest 50+hp and 60-70lbs of torque you can get for $500. :goodjob: :goodjob:

Id say within the next 24hrs there will be a comment from Paul telling you to go GIAC for the chip from Eurotech so ill just say it first. Go to EPG and get chipped with GIAC. You can also look at APR (which I have, and love). Either or is great. Paul has put down some WICKED numbers with the stock turbo and a GIAC file ;)
Decker1.8t
03-14-2006, 12:06 AM
Welcome home my Silverstone brother ... wanna buy my old Neuspeed P-flo intake?

:goodjob:
BlueLude94
03-14-2006, 12:42 AM
Ya, Decker looks almost Identical to yours, Might be intrested in that intake and do you still have that BOV?

When you "chip", is this a chip that is pre-programmed or does it invovle tuning?
Does the chip just up boost and fuel or what? I do know it depends on the octane rating. I got so much homework to do.

Sounds like some easy power, I really can't imagine 60+ more ft lbs of tq.
Oooo Weee I'm excited!!!!!!!
Decker1.8t
03-14-2006, 01:03 AM
I think Benwaballs has the SSK BOV for sale. Check:
http://forums.importatlanta.com/showthread.php?t=47430 and shoot him a message.

Yeah. Tuning is something else. Chipping is chipping. Ups the boost levels, changes fuel timings, removes the shitty lag caused by fly-by-wire throttles, and some other things. It's definitely the most cost effective mod you can possibly do. I promise you'll love it.
4dmin
03-14-2006, 07:16 AM
Ya, Decker looks almost Identical to yours, Might be intrested in that intake and do you still have that BOV?

When you "chip", is this a chip that is pre-programmed or does it invovle tuning?
Does the chip just up boost and fuel or what? I do know it depends on the octane rating. I got so much homework to do.

Sounds like some easy power, I really can't imagine 60+ more ft lbs of tq.
Oooo Weee I'm excited!!!!!!!

Welcome to the darkside :goodjob: :king: .... also whe your ready to chip let me know i'll get ya in touch w/ B from Eurotech... it will be the best 500$ you ever spent :bigok: (its a 30min max install) ... gains will be around 40whp/70lbs
benwaballs
03-14-2006, 07:21 AM
I think Benwaballs has the SSK BOV for sale. Check:
http://forums.importatlanta.com/showthread.php?t=47430 and shoot him a message.

Yeah. Tuning is something else. Chipping is chipping. Ups the boost levels, changes fuel timings, removes the shitty lag caused by fly-by-wire throttles, and some other things. It's definitely the most cost effective mod you can possibly do. I promise you'll love it.

+1 decker nice looking out

welcome. kinda fun having some tq huh.

i still got the 1.8t hks ssqv 4 sale 200takes it.
Julio
03-14-2006, 02:27 PM
Welcome to the Dub FAM... yes, Chip... diffrent chips out there.. But go to eurotech and get some GIAC loving!

Our DUB fam on IA.com is rather small. but the few cats we have here will more then likely be able to help you out more then any other board out there.. Believe me..


And I know the how it feels ... from honda to Dub.. diffrent world.
rollininstyle2004
03-14-2006, 03:48 PM
Welcome to the darkside :goodjob: :king: .... also whe your ready to chip let me know i'll get ya in touch w/ B from Eurotech... it will be the best 500$ you ever spent :bigok: (its a 30min max install) ... gains will be around 40whp/70lbs
:D Less than 8 hours...I win :D
Decker1.8t
03-14-2006, 04:01 PM
:D Less than 8 hours...I win :D


:lmfao:
B00sted1.8t
03-14-2006, 10:11 PM
Welcome aboard Mate.... :D
BlueLude94
03-14-2006, 10:29 PM
Is there anyone with a Vag-Com? I am throwing a ESP light...the little Hazard Triangle with a "!" and a arrow around it. Can this lead to mechanical problems?
Chuckster
03-15-2006, 07:15 AM
LMAO, thats traction control
Allstar3.8T
03-15-2006, 08:05 AM
If its silver its reflex silver, if its gray its silverstone on GTI, platinum on jettas.
Great buy, and dont forget to check out the APR BBQ in Auburn Ala w/ all of us on April 1, Chips are on the low low then($500 for 2 programs typically), and DPs are also. ($250 for 2.5")
BlueLude94
03-15-2006, 08:46 AM
LMAO, thats traction control
Is there a differance betwwen Traction controll and ESP? Can I still pull this code with the vag-com?
Decker1.8t
03-15-2006, 09:29 AM
when the little light starts blinking at you while you're driving, it means your ESP (traction control) is working. If you push the ESP button and the light just remains on, the yuo've turned it off.
Allstar3.8T
03-15-2006, 01:58 PM
02and older have a diff system than 03s+. The older system can be vag-com changed to be off when cranked, and push button to turn on. 03+ ESP cant....yet.
BlueLude94
03-15-2006, 03:18 PM
No, It stays on all the time and pushing the button does nothing.
Allstar3.8T
03-15-2006, 05:10 PM
No, It stays on all the time and pushing the button does nothing.
When the buttons pressed, an indicator doesnt appear on the dash? Is the check engine light on by chance?
BlueLude94
03-15-2006, 05:33 PM
No CEL's, The ESP light never goes off, I even disconneted the battery to clear the code but when I hooked it back up, still on. :(

Here are some belated pics:
http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b356/Bluelude95/Picture002.jpg
http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b356/Bluelude95/Picture004.jpg
http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b356/Bluelude95/Picture003.jpg
http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b356/Bluelude95/Picture001.jpg
And that little pescky light.
http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b356/Bluelude95/Picture005.jpg
Decker1.8t
03-15-2006, 07:19 PM
mmm... good old silverstone. What part of town do you live in?
rollininstyle2004
03-15-2006, 08:28 PM
If its silver its reflex silver, if its gray its silverstone on GTI, platinum on jettas.
Great buy, and dont forget to check out the APR BBQ in Auburn Ala w/ all of us on April 1, Chips are on the low low then($500 for 2 programs typically), and DPs are also. ($250 for 2.5")
*sigh* to bad APR has not love for me and the logitudinal 1.8Ts :(
BlueLude94
03-15-2006, 08:42 PM
mmm... good old silverstone. What part of town do you live in?
Newnan, but car is registered in Meriwether county.
4dmin
03-16-2006, 10:18 AM
yo traction control can be triggered by unbalanced wheels, maf, bad alignment, etc... i would stop by a EPG or a dealer to scan your car. :goodjob: (i never drive w/ mine so it isn't a big deal)
Decker1.8t
03-16-2006, 04:00 PM
yeah. it's a PITA. I always keep it off.
HeLLo iM iZzY
03-21-2006, 09:33 PM
One clean GTI...:goodjob: