MK5 Golf GTI
All Things Mk5 => Mk5 General Area => Topic started by: stiggy on March 26, 2010, 03:33:09 pm
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Hey all,
I have finally managed to book my car in for a spot of modifications by VWR :pomppomp: :laugh:
Been a very busy year so far and have been putting this on hold for long enough now. That, and a lot of patience with VWR to finally speak to Matt and book the car in. So, would like some wise words for a newbie embarking on his voyage down the infamous slippery slope!
I have already fitted and run a blueflame turboback since december and am totally addicted to the noise - there is a noticeable increase in throttle response and i'm sure the car is slightly quicker off the mark.
So here are the plans:
VWR springs
VWR ARBs
WALK fittment
VWR Fast road engine mount
Now, I also want to have the car remapped and was initially thinking of having this done from VWR also. I believe they supply the superchips remaps but wanted to know what the difference is between the VWR remap and a normal superchips remap, cos there is a difference in cost (is it just the addition of a VWR panel filter?)
Also, would I be better off just getting a superchips remap from elsewhere and fitting a carbonio air intake or go for the VWR remap (+ panel filter and whatever else there is - if anything)? Does the carbonio intake come with its own filter?
Any advice would be mucho appreciated :happy2:
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they also do Revo maps now i am sure of it :smiley: and you will be very happy with the guys at vwr
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they also do Revo maps now i am sure of it :smiley: and you will be very happy with the guys at vwr
Ok, thanks for the info - didn't know they do revo. Is it the same price (i.e. 510+VAT)?
I am paying a little extra going to VWR i think and travelling quite far, but it is the first time I'm doing anything like this and have heard a lot of good praise about their work so feel confident. Only thing is i'll have to leave my car with them for a week because of the race season and them being busy. Ah well, at least i'll have one of their cars while i wait :signLOL:
I have to say, it was very difficult to get through to Matt and this has tested my patience but glad I managed to get it booked in the end - cannit weit!!! :laugh:
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i know he is hard to get hold of but they are getting ready for race season so its non stop for em down there and Mat ends up working stupid hours so its just you have to keep trying to get hold of him.
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vwr are spot on ...problem is there very hard to get hold off..That is the only downside..
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vwr are spot on ...problem is there very hard to get hold off..That is the only downside..
but when you do get em they look after you :laugh:
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:sad1: maybe
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vwr are spot on ...problem is there very hard to get hold off..That is the only downside..
but when you do get em they look after you :laugh:
Gents, Lets set the record straight, VWR do cock up, just the same as any other workshop/tuner. However, where VWR excel, is the attitude of Sam and Matt, and their wish to sort any problems out.
They are human just like all others, so mistakes do happen. But their Drive to sort out problems is the best i have experienced.
:happy2:
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I've been speaking to VWR over the last couple of days regarding getting some work done. Prices seem to be very competitive and Matt was very helpful and prompt with his responses.
VWR do the Revo maps now as Mat said.
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No one is perfect and inevitably mistakes will happen - we are all human after all (I hope!), but what has attracted me is their level of advice and knowledge of the cars, also their attitude which has been spot on (whenever i've been able to get through).
With regards to their remap then, what else is included in the price? The impression I got is that they fit the VWR panel filter as well. How would this compare with having a carbonio (or any other) intake + remap? What would be the better option?
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No one is perfect and inevitably mistakes will happen - we are all human after all (I hope!), but what has attracted me is their level of advice and knowledge of the cars, also their attitude which has been spot on (whenever i've been able to get through).
With regards to their remap then, what else is included in the price? The impression I got is that they fit the VWR panel filter as well. How would this compare with having a carbonio (or any other) intake + remap? What would be the better option?
Exactly.
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Think you will still need to get a CAI they come up on the for sale section quite often.
Ask Mat sure he will advise the best option.
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Think you will still need to get a CAI they come up on the for sale section quite often.
Ask Mat sure he will advise the best option.
Yes, I think I will ask Matt and see what he says when I see him - just to add to the list of questions. I've made another purchase today, which I totally forgot about - the revised diverter valve (rev D). I don't think there's anything wrong with the current one but would be best to change it especially after the remap. Roll on next week :party:
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Got mine sat on the desk. Been there for days now.
Plucking up the courage to replace. Garth said 3 hrs!!!
Perhaps tomorrow, longer days.
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Got mine sat on the desk. Been there for days now.
Plucking up the courage to replace. Garth said 3 hrs!!!
Perhaps tomorrow, longer days.
To be honest, the thought of replacing myself didn't even cross my mind :scared:
Is it an easy job for someone with no experience?
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Told it is just three 5mm Allen bolts. But you can only get to them from under the car.
Remember reading it's sooooo much easier if you have an Allen socket and ratchet.
Sent a pm to Garth asking if there are any tips before I start.
If it's not raining tomoz, may give it a go.
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Well, been a long wait and finally got my P&J sorted :driver:
The boys at VWR have done a fantastic job on the car - very pleased with the results. Had to leave the car there for a week and was given a red demo car as a replacement, which honestly I didn't like at all at first but seemed to grow to it in the last couple of days. Definately needs some TLC - this thing had dents, cracks and scratches everywhere - maybe they were there to improve the aerodynamics of the car :rolleye:
These are the mods fitted to my car:
VWR springs
VWR ARBs
VWR fast road lower engine mount
WALK
Rev D diverter valve
REVO remap to around 300bhp
When arriving and meeting Matt, he really took the time out to show me around the car and was very impressed how the car had turned out. He seemed almost as excited as I was to get my hands behind the steering wheel - top bloke. We chatted for a while then he handed my keys back to take the car for a spin :party:
The car behaves exactly how I want it to! The power delivery is so smooth and addictive, especially with the blueflame :drool: feels like the exhaust note has changed especially when working through the gears. Power delivery has same characteristics as stock but on a much higher level, with less wheel hop so the car is easily manageable. The car is now flatter around the twisty turnys and turn in is more precise than before, springs have given a noticeably lower ride height and stiffened up the ride slightly, without any compromise on comfort - infact, i'd say it's probably more comfortable than before! The car has undergone a complete transformation now, but it is still easily an everyday car - very pleased with the results and can appreciate each mod done to the car - Matt and the guys have really worked their magic.
Only thing I would say is that there is a slight issue with traction as the wheels do begin to spin when pressing on, and the brakes are still standard (and crap) so will be looking to fit an LSD and bigger brakes in the future. Will also need to take the car on a rolling road to see exactly how many ponies are being minced and chewed up. Anyone know of a place in the Midlands?
Overall, one very happy customer :happy2:
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Midlands VW have a good Rolling road setup, jody there really knows his stuff.
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any pics of the ride height?