Search results for query: *

This is specifically for a pre FL S3 (my car) with with generation 2 Haldex. Manual box. I can’t figure out how ESP works. The car has so much mechanical grip with Michelin PS3’s. Dry and wet. Does it only work when the light dash flashes? Or is it working all the time? Is it cutting power if...

Just about to order some NGK PFR7S8EG spark plugs from Opie with 20% off. They also have NGK ignition coils with the same discount. As my original coils have two original VAG, one Bosch and one no brand I wanted to change them. Has anyone used NGK ignition coils before? Any issues?

So I have owned the S3 for 3 months now. It’s fully serviced, with the engine oil and Haldex changed when I got the car. Also changed the thermostat so it warms up as it should. So I use Costco 97ron premium petrol. I do a mixture of short 10 mikes journeys and longer 50 mike journeys. I drive...

I am looking for a dogbone insert for my pre FL S3. I want the least increase in NVH as possible. When I had a mk4 GTI the done thing to do was install the Powerflex insert from the diesel. I assume because the Diesel engine vibrates more, the insert is softer. This appears to be the case when...

I need to replace the dampers on my PFL S3. They have nearly 80k on them and it’s all due a refresh. They feel very stiff but have no rebound control. I found that out today! Springs are new Sachs springs from ECP. I do not want to lower the car as I may have access issues into the drive. Any...

I noticed last week on my Stock S3 when changing the oil, that there was thick oil mist around the bayonet on the rubber pipe that connects the I/C and charge pipe. There will be boost leaking. Now I like a bit of turbo sound, so was looking at one of the many turbo muffler delete and metal...

In the next few weeks I will be attempted to remove the pre cat core in my S3 down pipe. With my previous Golf 1.8T I replaced the mid silencer with a straight pipe from a TDi. And it sounded great. So much so I didn’t feel it necessary to ever upgrade to a Miltek etc. As the exhaust is off...

I have a 3 door pre FL 07 S3 with the Alcantara and leather manual seats. They do have electric lumbar support. I am 6ft2 and I’m really struggling with the seating position. Now the seats are supportive, but they just sit too high. My hair rubs the headlining. I’m sure having a sunroof doesn’t...

so i have had a knocking for a while. turns out its the wishbone bolt that goes through the rear bush/subframe. i picked up, and torqued up new bolts from VW. still knocking. took them off for another look and the subframe hole looks ever so slightly ovaled. what options do i have? new bolt...

I was doing some logging tonight on my k03 AGU. This has been mapped on standard fuel, but i now always use Vpower.. I only have basic VCDS so normally only log inlet temp and maf mg/s. good news is that it was 16'c outside and inlet temps averaged 6' above with my new THS FMIC, at one point...

So i purchased this k03-053 privately for my AGU golf. Good news is that he thought it was a k03. its a ko3s as i was wanting! He said he had it checked over by his local garage and they gave it a clean bill of health. It has minimal play in the turbine. I asked about cracks, he promised not...

I am over hauling all suspension on my 1.8t FWD. Already have OE hight Sachs springs to go on. Was planning Bilstein B4's at £180 a set. But I have just seen the below for £ 85 posted from Germany. Tuning FK separately All TUV approved. Said to be 30% up rated. Does anyone have experience...

So my mapped K03 is getting treated to a THS FMIC next weekend. It currently has a PiperX panel, opened up airbox and Forge TIP. 3" decat on the other side. Has anyone gone from Forge to SFS supersize TIP? Its HUGE!!! Im wanting to optimisemy K03 to see how much it will safely push. Then move...

I have read all intercooler threads. I understnad the basics but please bear with me. My AGU k03 is mapped, Forge TIP and 3"DP. It spools up well. Produces 185hp and 220lbft.Peaks at 15psi. I feel the only time it suffered heat soak was on the rollers when mapping. I have taken logs and temps...

As above. Over the last month my cold start up idle has been circa 1600rpm. Is it controlled by water/outside temp sensor? It is normally around the 4'c mark in the mornings and when i drive home at 5ish. I dont feel i have an air leak, and TB is shiney clean as PCV is routed to a catch can...

As above really, any negatives or downsides? Im going to fit one of the generic ebay 3" downpipes, then at a later date fit a Magnaflow 3" 200cel sport cat welded in. I have heard internet stories of old turbo's not liking the change in pressure and spitting their seals though the back box. It...

So I'm pretty handy with a spanner, and I'm also a tight ******! how easy with a full tool kit, 4 axle stands, two jacks and a vice would it be to change the bushes on my car? 2wd 1.8t. I have gone for rear beam poly bushes, r32 rear donut wishbone bushes with poly fronts. Poly ARB drop...

Hi guys. I admit this is on a mk4 golf chassis, but I find this forum far superior and the 8L is the golfs cousin. I have a funny issue with the handbrake. Although it had received new disks and pads, it nearly failed the MOT for efficiency. When the brake is released the pads will rub. I...

which lowering spring that dont lower! guys im in need of a new set of springs and looking at the service history/receipts the front left is the only original and the rest are mismatched autofactor tat. iv always been in the school of thinking that wishbones need to be flat for best handling...

Who has the above on their 1.8t? In particular, who has one with a welded in 200cel sport cat? Had to change the exhaust centre pipe yesterday as it was shot. Replaced with the TDI centre, well eventually did. Had to break open a fresh grinder disc. It revealed the OE DP flexi is shot. So...