All Things Mk5 > Performance Modifications
Take it easy before the remap?
Lucastheone92:
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--- Quote from: AJP on March 12, 2017, 01:25:53 pm ---Basically, yeah. The standard valve opens at a lower pressure. So it just helps maintain the higher pressure that the Loba is capable of producing.
Niki's 2+ maps (on the k04 at least) are apparently very tractable, with 1:1 throttle mapping etc. So you should be able to get the power down nicely with a tempered right foot! Obviously good tyres, suspension etc all help. Once you're up into 3rd you should be able to go WOT. And take off!
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Oh right ok I get it. Guessing it would make sense to get the pump fitted at the same time as the return valve from a labour point of view?
That's reassuring. My mate has just bought an s3 8p and that thing sticks to the road like glue! But as impressive as it is it's a bit too tame. I like a bit of drama when I'm driving!
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I think it's an inlet manifold off job. Bit more involved than the pump. But get them both fitted at the same time, no reason not to.
Yeah I often crave AWD, but 2WD has its perks. Once you're rolling it's plenty of fun. Things are warming up a bit now too, so traction's less of an issue. In the middle of winter though, anything down past 6 degrees or so, it's a bit silly - mine will spin up in 3rd, and I'm on decent tyres!
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You think it will be noticeable after fitting them even before the remap?
Yeah I know what you mean, my friend invited me out for a drive even in the rain and I have to decline as I wouldn't enjoy it much.
Also planned on getting an anti lift kit at some point which should help. Which tyres are you running? I'm currently on Michelin ps3's.
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Theoretically you shouldn't feel much of a performance increase from the pump until it's mapped to request more fuel, but in practice you really do. Along with the BCS and other bolt ons you'll definitely feel it. Then after the 2+ map it'll be like a different car.
Anti lift is on my to-do list. I'm hoping to get some coilovers so might do it at the same time.
Maybe look into uprated engine mounts too. They'll make a big difference in terms of reducing wheel hop and helping with power delivery.
I'm on PS4 at the front and Super Sport on the back. Had Super Sport all round but they'd jumped in price when I'd got through the fronts, so tried PS4. They're good. Really not far behind the Super Sports.
PS3 are maybe a bit more of an all-rounder, but still a good tyre. See how you go. When you need new ones, there's the new PS4S (not to be confused with the normal PS4) which is pretty much the replacement for the Super Sport.
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I am really looking forward to the new map. I'm fairly new to tuning considering my previous car was a 75bhp polo and I'm always wondering how tuning affects the overall reliability of the car.
Yeah wheel hop really makes me cringe! Did you notice much difference from the lower engine mount insert that came with your bcs?
So are the ps4s ones considered the latest and greatest?
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I didn't notice much difference from the insert to be honest. I get the impression full replacement mounts would be the way to go. Not cheap though. If anything, the insert helps to prevent flex on the downpipe, so it serves its purpose.
Yeah PS4S are apparently a step up from PS4. To be honest though I'm really happy with PS4. I doubt PS4S or Super Sport really give you that much more grip in general road use - maybe for a dedicated track car they're worth the extra cost.
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Im pretty happy with my ps3's but I'm keen to try the ps4's when I'm due some new ones.
I've started a thread in the loba pump so we will see what comes about it.
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Cool. Good luck with it bud. Like I said, there's a 99% chance you'll be fine but it doesn't hurt to check. Those PS3s won't last long once you've got full boost from that k04!
(Not jealous)
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Hi mate, do you think I will need an intercooler? Someone mentioned I could suffer from heat soak? I've spent so much money already and insurance won't insure with intercooler (as crazy as it sounds). It's only additional hardware on r tech website.
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Shoduchi:
It was I, who mentioned the IC. :grin:
A S3 IC being an OEM part might pass unnoticed and will benefit the cooling a lot. :wink:
I think it costs around £200-250 and you might find an used one for sale.
AJP:
--- Quote from: Lucastheone92 on March 17, 2017, 10:07:51 am ---
--- Quote from: AJP on March 12, 2017, 06:24:37 pm ---
--- Quote from: Lucastheone92 on March 12, 2017, 06:19:22 pm ---
--- Quote from: AJP on March 12, 2017, 02:40:46 pm ---
--- Quote from: Lucastheone92 on March 12, 2017, 02:22:41 pm ---
--- Quote from: AJP on March 12, 2017, 02:03:57 pm ---
--- Quote from: Lucastheone92 on March 12, 2017, 01:51:22 pm ---
--- Quote from: AJP on March 12, 2017, 01:44:33 pm ---
--- Quote from: Lucastheone92 on March 12, 2017, 01:37:12 pm ---
--- Quote from: AJP on March 12, 2017, 01:25:53 pm ---Basically, yeah. The standard valve opens at a lower pressure. So it just helps maintain the higher pressure that the Loba is capable of producing.
Niki's 2+ maps (on the k04 at least) are apparently very tractable, with 1:1 throttle mapping etc. So you should be able to get the power down nicely with a tempered right foot! Obviously good tyres, suspension etc all help. Once you're up into 3rd you should be able to go WOT. And take off!
--- End quote ---
Oh right ok I get it. Guessing it would make sense to get the pump fitted at the same time as the return valve from a labour point of view?
That's reassuring. My mate has just bought an s3 8p and that thing sticks to the road like glue! But as impressive as it is it's a bit too tame. I like a bit of drama when I'm driving!
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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I think it's an inlet manifold off job. Bit more involved than the pump. But get them both fitted at the same time, no reason not to.
Yeah I often crave AWD, but 2WD has its perks. Once you're rolling it's plenty of fun. Things are warming up a bit now too, so traction's less of an issue. In the middle of winter though, anything down past 6 degrees or so, it's a bit silly - mine will spin up in 3rd, and I'm on decent tyres!
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You think it will be noticeable after fitting them even before the remap?
Yeah I know what you mean, my friend invited me out for a drive even in the rain and I have to decline as I wouldn't enjoy it much.
Also planned on getting an anti lift kit at some point which should help. Which tyres are you running? I'm currently on Michelin ps3's.
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Theoretically you shouldn't feel much of a performance increase from the pump until it's mapped to request more fuel, but in practice you really do. Along with the BCS and other bolt ons you'll definitely feel it. Then after the 2+ map it'll be like a different car.
Anti lift is on my to-do list. I'm hoping to get some coilovers so might do it at the same time.
Maybe look into uprated engine mounts too. They'll make a big difference in terms of reducing wheel hop and helping with power delivery.
I'm on PS4 at the front and Super Sport on the back. Had Super Sport all round but they'd jumped in price when I'd got through the fronts, so tried PS4. They're good. Really not far behind the Super Sports.
PS3 are maybe a bit more of an all-rounder, but still a good tyre. See how you go. When you need new ones, there's the new PS4S (not to be confused with the normal PS4) which is pretty much the replacement for the Super Sport.
--- End quote ---
I am really looking forward to the new map. I'm fairly new to tuning considering my previous car was a 75bhp polo and I'm always wondering how tuning affects the overall reliability of the car.
Yeah wheel hop really makes me cringe! Did you notice much difference from the lower engine mount insert that came with your bcs?
So are the ps4s ones considered the latest and greatest?
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I didn't notice much difference from the insert to be honest. I get the impression full replacement mounts would be the way to go. Not cheap though. If anything, the insert helps to prevent flex on the downpipe, so it serves its purpose.
Yeah PS4S are apparently a step up from PS4. To be honest though I'm really happy with PS4. I doubt PS4S or Super Sport really give you that much more grip in general road use - maybe for a dedicated track car they're worth the extra cost.
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Im pretty happy with my ps3's but I'm keen to try the ps4's when I'm due some new ones.
I've started a thread in the loba pump so we will see what comes about it.
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Cool. Good luck with it bud. Like I said, there's a 99% chance you'll be fine but it doesn't hurt to check. Those PS3s won't last long once you've got full boost from that k04!
(Not jealous)
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Hi mate, do you think I will need an intercooler? Someone mentioned I could suffer from heat soak? I've spent so much money already and insurance won't insure with intercooler (as crazy as it sounds). It's only additional hardware on r tech website.
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You don't need one like you would if you lived on the equator. An S3 cooler would be nice to have, and would undoubtedly open up a few more ponies when you get the map. But you could run a slightly tamer map with your standard cooler. Speak to Niki about it if you can - he's the best person to advise on what hardware will work with his maps.
Lucastheone92:
Well I guess the list goes on! I'm now on the hunt for an s3 cooler. Like you said hopefully an s3 cooler isn't noticeable.
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Shoduchi:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Upgraded-Audi-S3-Intercooler-with-Alloy-End-Tanks-Factory-Seconds-/222426848413
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