i'm a vw n00b help me !

[efman]

i'm lookin at picking up a 01 1.8t gti and i have a few questions
whats the best boost controller and how much boost can this motor hold
besides that i'm wanting to do a few easy bolt ons to get into the mid 14's what mods are the best ? and also i'm having a hard time finding a good website to find information so whats the best vw forums ?
thanks for anyhelp given

[Allstar3.8T]

Mid 14s is chip only. GIAC or APR has good ones everyone will tell ya. Some ppl have one low 14sw/ chip only, (I did 14.1 @ 100 in a jetta)so it is that big a deal. Dont do a boost controller, the chip is FAR better as a tune, and a B.C. doesnt change enough, just adds pressure, thats bad.
Try VWvortex.com READ alot first, dont reply as a noob too much or you'll get thrashed...dont strat topics like "which chip is best" etc etc Its a purist VW nazi style site where everyone thinks they know something, most do, not many like they think though. Also google "club 1.8T" it is a site that has alot of info for newbie 1.8T owners.
This site is also good w/ the closer knit VW group, Paul/Admin has good ties w/ EPG for parts also.
Hope this helps,
Greg

[4dmin]

^ 2x


software > boost controller

software + downpipe + exhaust = low 14's no doubt

13's is possible w/ bolt on's as well. let me know if you need any help getting parts or questions, EPG are sponsors of IA and good friends of mine they only do VW/Audi.

[Julio]

Chip Chip Chip.... should be 1st mod.
I think here you have enough help, alot of vets vw/audi owners, Me being a newbie myself to the dub world.

I have chip alone in my TT.. 1.8t /ko4 turbo. Chip & DV.. I ran a 14 flat, which has been my best run..

You should do chip + DV and start from there.

[Decker1.8t]

I know a certain someone that is selling his 2003 VW GTI 1.8t 5spd w/ 27k miles ... ME!

shoot me a PM and we'll talk prices

[efman]

thanks for all the help guys i'm sure i'll be askin alot of questions pretty soon