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Griffin - my baby GT-R! (GTI Mk5) [SOLD!]
samx300:
Major Update
16 Jan: K&N Typhoon CAI + K&N Oil Filter and Oil Change
Went to a local garage to get the K&N Typhoon CAI fitted (for lack of proper tools). Also got a K&N Oil Filter installed along with an engine oil change (replace whatever gunk with Castrol Edge FST 5W30). The mechanic showed me the old oil filter and its' state was dire :surprised: Said it could've collapsed any moment causing some serious damage to the engine. Oil was also black and looked as if it hadn't been changed in a while. Glad I got these done. No installed pics of these yet but will upload soon.
17 Jan: R-Tech Stage 1 ECU+DSG Map + DV Change + Cam Follower Change
Drove up to R-Tech (from Sutton) on a full tank of Shell V-Power Nitro+. Met Nick and little Ben on site at sharp 0930. Showed Nick the WALD badge and suggested there might already be a map on the ECU. Nick said he wouldn't touch it if there was an existing map as it could lock him out and render the entire ECU useless (similar to bricking your phone while flashing custom ROMS). I was anxious and worried at this time because I didn't want to drive all the way back without a remap..plus who knows how much power the engine was currently making?! I would've been stuck with whatever I had forever.
Nick was surprised to see the AXX Engine on 07 plate and confirmed that my Griffin is definitely an import (not sure from where though). He has only seen 3-4 Mk5's with the AXX Code from this era. Inspection revealed that my DV was near its' death so Nick fitted a new revision G DV for me :)
Fortunately, after loading up Griffin on the dyno and hooking up the ECU, little Ben confirmed that there was no custom map and Nick would be able to work his magic. Dyno revealed that Griffin was making 205.2HP and 236.5 FT-LB of Torque before the remap. I will never know how much power she was making stock before I got the CAI fitted :confused:
Little while later, Nick reported he achieved 251HP and 308FT-LB of Torque on my stock build with just a CAI! Shortly after I was offered a test drive and I could not believe what a difference it made - rev limiter just flew and I was spinning the wheels in 3rd gear! Power delivery was linear and it just felt sooo much more powerful. It just pulls and pulls and pulls! Dayyuummmnnn! Never experienced such thrill and was well chuffed! Totally totally worth it.. The whoooshh and dissssshhh of the CAI is even more pronounced now and it feels like a cat is stuck in there that is screaming every time I accelerate and lift off :rolleye:
It get's better - we got talking and I discussed my plans for future upgrade. Nick then introduced me to Alex (owner of this forum and AKS Tuning in Bedford). He gave him a courtesy call and suggested I get the Cam Follower changed and also discuss my Exhaust Upgrade options with Alex. So I thanked the lads and collected my free keyring/sticker and set the SatNav to Bedford.
Alex from AKS Tuning is absolutely brilliant and definitely knows his stuff - he quickly changed the Cam Follower while I played Gran Turismo 5 in the waiting area :innocent: He also gave me my best options for an Exhaust upgrade and I have promised him that I will return ASAP.
PS* The Hobnobs I took for the R-Tech lads were very well received :wink:
Curiosity killed!: As mentioned in my first post, Griffin came with a WALD badge on the back. WALD is a tuning house that does it's own ECU Maps on Golfs that are VW approved. Some have reported 230-240HP with these. Turns out I just had a badge and there was no actual map on my ECU (good for me!).
Improvement/Mods Pipeline [UPDATED] in order of priority
1. New Tires
Rear tyres worn from the inside and I feel a lack of grip on the front ones too (especially after the remap). Tread on the rear tires nearing legal limit was the only advisory on Nov 2014 MOT. I am now looking (first priority) to get 4 x Goodyear Eagle F1 ASY 2 XL. These are about £105 each fitted and will run me a total of £425.
2. Full Sport Cat BCS Exhaust System with Downpipe (Resonated) - depends on when I am able to save all the funds, but aiming in first half of 2015. When I visit AKS Tuning for this, I will also go further to R-Tech for another remap to account for the upgrade Exhaust system. This will be a fun trip :laugh:
3. Big Brembo 340-345mm (or equivalent) slotted brake kit - may not be in 2015.
4. H&R Springs/Coilover for better ride and lowered height - may not be in 2015.
5. R-Tech ECU/DSG Stage 1 Remap DONE - gained 46.1HP and 72FT-LB of Torque (taking her to 251.3HP and 308.51FT-PB).
6. Audio Upgrade DONE - I made some changed to the parts that I initially listed in the thread. Final specs below.
Kenwood DPX-405BT - Double DIN CD/MP3/USB player with Bluetooth
Focal 165AS3 - 16.5cm 6.5" 3-Way Component Speaker (Front)
Focal FOCAL ISS 165 - 2 way Component Kit Slim (Rear)
JL Audio JL Audio JX360/4 - 4 Channel Amplifier
Rockford Fosgate Punch Series - P2-1X12 Single P2 12" Loaded Enclosure
Rockford Fosgate Punch P500X1BD - Mono Amplifier 500 Watts Class BD Amp
Dynamat Sound Dampening+High Quality RCA and Wiring
7. GTI Metal Trim for Seat Recline Handle DONE.
8. Full interior kit White LED Upgrade - Ordered, installation pending.
9. Licence Plate LED Upgrade - Ordered, installation pending.
10. VW Matt Black Boot Badge replace (stock badge suffers from White Worm) - Ordered, installation pending.
11. Front Grille Matt Black VW Badge DONE
12. Rear Centre Air Vent replacement - installation pending (I don't know how to do this one :sad1:).
13. Full Valeting with Engine Bay clean - pending
14. Remove OEM 6-CD Changer and insert a holding sleeve for storage - pending
Pics for some of the above!
Griffin on Dyno!
Happy Owner Sam!
Dyno Output:
Admiring the change (in shock!) a remap made with Nick in background
With R-Tech Tuning Wizard and Legend, Nick
samx300:
Spoke with VW Dealer (Lookers) in Mitcham and they confirmed my Mk5 is eligible for a Coil Pack replacement. Booked in for early Feb :smiley:
samx300:
Can anyone suggest a decent place to get the front grill (perhaps skirting and rear bumper) sprayed matt black in Sutton/Surrey (or anywhere South West London) area? I'm not pleased how the matt black VW badge up front is a very different black to the grill. Thanks.
JackL15:
Just read through your build thread, car is looking great. I can't wait to get mine re-mapped one day.
I will keep an eye out for your car I live just up the road in Banstead. :happy2:
samx300:
--- Quote from: JackL15 on January 26, 2015, 10:14:00 am ---Just read through your build thread, car is looking great. I can't wait to get mine re-mapped one day.
I will keep an eye out for your car I live just up the road in Banstead. :happy2:
--- End quote ---
Thanks mate! :happy2:
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