All Things Mk5 > Performance Modifications
Is there anyone has gone Stg2/2+ and wished they had not?
martziniuk:
Tbh I am addicted to the mid range pull of stage 3 (stage 2+), it is so addictive and I could not imagine going back to stage 1, However I do worry about the fuel pump and had I had the money would have gone for the APR pump.
My clutch went on stage 1 so the replacement Sachs clutch is up to the job of stage 3. I am currently on 100k with no problems so far lol.
Sunglasses Ron:
Car new April 08 -
- Week later was Revo Stage 1 + Milly TBE
- Few months later went Stage 2
- 50k done then HPFP, Intake and Stage 2+ added
- Now sat on 78k and not a mechanical fault to be reported
This is with easily 100+ 1/4 mile runs whilst modded and all on long life service intervals (20k)..
I appreciate that most on here have been worried about the odd engine and fuel pump seal failure and aren't willing to take what they think is a gamble with thier pride and joy (don't blame them tbh). BUT that doesn't necessarily mean that Stage 2+ is on the brink of going boom!!! IMO, it's far from it..
That being said, it's not for everyone and can be a bit :driver:. Plus Stage 2 is by no means slouchy :surprised: But whatever tune you do decide on, I would definitely add the HPFP, as the midrange is epic.. :happy2:
theo:
I bought my car in April 10 and at that point had already decided exactly the way I was going with the mods. Within 2 months the car went off to VWR for a stock to stage 2+ conversion. Best £X,000 i spent. Nothing like gaining over 100hp in one session!
At the start of this year, I was contemplating going back to stage 2, then took the car for a spirited drive again and completely changed my mind. :happy2:
RedRobin:
--- Quote from: Janner_Sy on March 10, 2011, 06:04:56 pm ---i think stage 2+ might actually be to much for a car now in hindsight.
however i really value the midrange of the HPFP.
So i think a stage 1 remap, HPFP, and intake would be the best choice of modifications for me. id bet that would be similar to stage 2 peak figures, but with better mid range whihc is more usable in everyday life. plus it save you spending 1100 on a TBE
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....A Milltek TBE was my very first mod and I only did it originally for the noiz (as VC very aptly spells it).
RedRobin:
--- Quote from: martziniuk on March 10, 2011, 07:42:41 pm ---
I am currently on 100k with no problems so far lol.
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....That's music to my ears! :pomppomp: :pomppomp: :pomppomp: :star:
I'm only a K03 GTI on Revo2 and 92k miles but it's good to hear.
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