Lol.It all helps..At least you got the dirt off and it didn't wait till you'd dried it to start. Trying to be positive lol
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370bhp ....Went down to see Kim at QSTuning this morning, for a dyno run. Kim was keen to individually test the different modifications and see how they all interact, so he very kindly gave up his morning to tinker with my car!
First up, we ran the car completely standard. Made 310hp which is pretty strong!
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Next up, I added the MTM M-Cantronic module, and over three runs we averaged just under 360hp (359-point-something).
After this we added the Forge intake pipe, and CTS turbo inlet elbow. This was perhaps the most surprising result, taking the car up to just under 370hp!
Finally, we refitted the VWR R600 intake which I personally love, however Kim is firmly of the opinion that no intake kits do anything substantial, no matter what they claim.
The end result? An identical bhp figure over all three runs, the only improvements being torque curve coming in sooner and sharper, and lower intake temps by 3C at 6000rpm. So whilst they do no harm, I had to concede that they don't do much! Still, I'm happy with the noise, better response and most importantly I'm happy with the combination I've got making 370hp!
Peak torque was 465Nm.
Quick snap at my mate's on the way back...
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Went down to see Kim at QSTuning this morning, for a dyno run. Kim was keen to individually test the different modifications and see how they all interact, so he very kindly gave up his morning to tinker with my car!
First up, we ran the car completely standard. Made 310hp which is pretty strong!
View attachment 94100
Next up, I added the MTM M-Cantronic module, and over three runs we averaged just under 360hp (359-point-something).
After this we added the Forge intake pipe, and CTS turbo inlet elbow. This was perhaps the most surprising result, taking the car up to just under 370hp!
Finally, we refitted the VWR R600 intake which I personally love, however Kim is firmly of the opinion that no intake kits do anything substantial, no matter what they claim.
The end result? An identical bhp figure over all three runs, the only improvements being torque curve coming in sooner and sharper, and lower intake temps by 3C at 6000rpm. So whilst they do no harm, I had to concede that they don't do much! Still, I'm happy with the noise, better response and most importantly I'm happy with the combination I've got making 370hp!
Peak torque was 465Nm.
Quick snap at my mate's on the way back...
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370bhp ....Well done mate...
would putting on a pedal box make it more driveable ?
Cracking photo Batchio...car looks awesome pal..
Doggers? What's wrong with people walking their dogs......I'm not sure you know mate - I find it smooth as mousse anyway with the MTM, as @jungle650 will correspond. The Cantronic just feels OEM switched up to 11!
Thanks Jassy boy! I'm going to get out to the Ashdown forest at dusk soon with my camera and get som good ones - as long as I don't bump into any doggers!
Thanks mate! It all just kinda happened... Was only supposed to chuck on some springs and a remap!Good thread this, OP; makes some cracking reading, and your car`s a credit to you !
Keep it coming bud
I'm not sure you know mate - I find it smooth as mousse anyway with the MTM, as @jungle650 will correspond. The Cantronic just feels OEM switched up to 11!
Thanks Jassy boy! I'm going to get out to the Ashdown forest at dusk soon with my camera and get som good ones - as long as I don't bump into any doggers!
No, I'm afraid not, tend to leave them in my GP Dog's cage!Always thought your motor looked incredible @batch , now to see how well it performs... Where do you live? do you leave your keys near your letterbox over night....?
Thanks @jungle650 ! I'm still undecided on a pedal box, may consider one - you need to come and visit me and show it off! Let's PM and organise that meet!I can confirm the MTM is smooth as silk. I love it. Adding a pedal box changes the dynamics but also in a good way for 90% of the time (on the settings that I like anyway). There is a review. I dont tend to drive my car really hard, but in the wet/ greasy conditions I wouldnt normally turn the pedal box on (as per the manufacturers insx) and if I did it would only be to city mode, so have not experienced rear slip out etc on a bend exit.( Nor do I want to! )
Nice dyno results batch. Had a feeling the air filter would make little difference (apart from sound) good strong stock results at 310, have seen a few now above the standard number. Seems the Germans are conservative.
Ps love those wheels...
Jungle.
No, I'm afraid not, tend to leave them in my GP Dog's cage!
If you're anywhere near Surrey we can have a catch up sometime!
Go find a dealer with one and be a test pilot! They won't know you're in a company car!******, might give it a miss then
I'm up in North Yorkshire mate, but I'd love to see/experience it some time.. My A3 is a company car, so the 1.6TDI leaves much to be desired...
Thanks @jungle650 ! I'm still undecided on a pedal box, may consider one - you need to come and visit me and show it off! Let's PM and organise that meet!
Go find a dealer with one and be a test pilot! They won't know you're in a company car!
Got to say the A3/S3 is such a lovely bit of kit though isn't it? I'd never had a really nice (or even new!) car before my last one.
Don't blame me!It is indeed, been through 3x 10+ year old cars before landing this. Had wanted an A3 for years and was lucky enough to find one on the list, massive step up from a 55 Clio! I'm only 21 though, so I've got plenty of time.. It's just reading things on here... I have an ever-growing list of things I will do to the next car I own - and you're one of the main culprits!
And I don't know why you're liking these posts @Rob2k68, you're the joint highest contributor!Don't blame me!
And I don't know why you're liking these posts @Rob2k68, you're the joint highest contributor!
Haha LoL mine remained standard for six months then I got the itch for mods and the rest is history !! ;o)
And the award for 'Longest Signature on ASN goes tooooo......'
Have you all seen S3Alex..Now there's someone who's caught the 'mod bug'..lolHaha LoL mine remained standard for six months then I got the itch for mods and the rest is history !! ;o)
Beat you to it mate!View attachment 94343 Just going to leave this here..
It looks like it's hugging a wall or you've activated yer cars spidey sense via VCDS lolNot the best photo but for some reason I quite like it! Good reflections, stance looks good... Apologies for the **** driveway, a new one is imminent!
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looks better if you put your pc on the side...It looks like it's hugging a wall or you've activated yer cars spidey sense via VCDS lol
Not to sure mate my pc is still on it's side...
Not to sure mate my pc is still on it's side...
LMAO !!
As long as you didn't follow thru Rob.....LMAO !!
To be honest l still have'nt a clue what Paul post was aboot l just liked it anyways.................lol
Looks like a lot less hassle to me..lolNever seen photo editing done that way before LoL !