Justin's VWGolf.net.au MKV Project Car

[Justin Fox]

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DAY 1.

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OSIR carbon hood.

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S2T paddle shifters.

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Forge Twintake.

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Milltek turbo back.

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Advan RZ.

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Kics Project studs.

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Odyssey.

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REVO Stage 1 Tune.

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Neuspeed pulley and turbo discharge kits.

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Eastern Creek (photo by Mark Pakula).

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Solid mounts.

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Catch can.

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Defi gauges.

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Unibrace + Recaro pole positions.

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Unibrace UB.

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Rieger front lip.

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Photo by jdm_kid.

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KW Clubsports.

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Cut strut tops by Heasman Steering.

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Sprint Booster.


SPECIFICATIONS
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Exterior
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- Rieger front lip
- VW front emblem (custom painted gloss black)
- Stubby antenna
- Fog Lights Open Grille
- Fog light delete
- Rear wiper delete
- OEM GTI Grill (euro plate holder delete)
- OEM R32 tail lights
- Rolled guards (top one auto)

Interior
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- Recaro Pole Positions
- NewSouth Performance DashPod
- Defi-Link 52mm Advance Gauges (turbo, water and oil temp) + Control Unit + Greddy sensor adaptor
- removed rear seats and trim
- S2T Paddle Shifters

Handling
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- KW Clubsport Coilovers + end links
- H&R 28mm solid front sway bar & 24mm solid rear sway bar
- Advan RZ 18X8 5x112.0 +48 DG
- Advan Neova 235/40/18
- Kics Dual Phase System lug nuts
- ECS wheel spacers 10.5mm front
- UNIbrace inner and under braces
- Brembo GT 4 piston calipers (front)
- 2-Piece 330x28mm floating slotted RB rotors (front)
- Goodridge brake lines (front)
- Brembo HTC 64T high temp brake fluid
- Ferodo DS2500 pads (front & rear)

Engine
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- Milltek Sport large bore downpipe & hi-flow sports cat
- Milltek Sport Cat-back Twin outlet Non-resonated
- Ti tips
- Forge Motorsport Twintake induction System
- Neuspeed Hi-Flow Turbo Discharge Conversion kit
- Neuspeed power pulley kit
- Forge Motorsport Replacement Vacuum operated Valve
- Forge Motorsport Oil catch tank
- BSH Engine Mount
- BSH Transmission Mount
- BSH Pendulum Mount
- BSH Torque Mount Insert


Electrical
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- REVO Stage 1
- Odyssey PC925 battery
- Sprint Booster

Lightening
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Antenna: -20g
Golf Manual: -818g
Tool kit: -3.78kg
Parcel tray: -1.82kg
Rear floor: -1.62kg
Rear seat bottom: -4.96kg
Rear single seat back: -6.46kg
Rear double seat back: -17.48kg
Spare wheel: -14.34kg
Rear wiper assembly: -1.02kg
License Plate surround + fog light block-off panel -300g
Rear floor matts: -572g
Osir carbon bonnet -6kg
Rear boot trim panel: -1.74kg
Rear boot trim: -2.57
Amplifier cover: -170g
Undertray: -880g
Exhaust heatshield: -560g
Oil filler neck -35g
Battery box -646g
Fog Lights -420g
Rear fender lining: -1.5kg
Front brake heat shields: -720g
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+10.80kg (H&R swaybars/Coilovers)
-3kg (Miltek Turbo Back Exhaust)
-200g (Neuspeed Turbo Discharge kit)
+1.2kg (Forge Twintake)
- 12kg (Advan RZ + Toyo R888)
+395g (Kics lug nuts)
+1960g (H&R + ECS Wheel Spacers)
- 464g (new MKV rear hatch mechanism)
- 4.58kg (Odyssey Battery)
+ 400g (Unibrace)
- 1393g (Neuspeed pulley kit)
- 1kg (BSH billet mount package)
- 10.5kg (Brembo brakes)
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= -84.61g

Mechanic: Top One Auto - http://toponeauto.com.au
Alignment: Heasman Steering - http://www.heasmans.com.au

[10d]

1st???

[Howie]

I just can't use one of those... It would just destroy my AM radio reception!

[kaoticice]

hahah a nice start justin ... Future mods looked promising xD hahahah
I had stubbie antenna before from a friend, i found that radio transmission is reduced. I swapped it with my brother, since he doesn't listen to the radio anyway.

PS: good luck with selling your beautiful skyline :)

farout 10d... dats cheap :S lol

[Jethro41]

If you pick up an '05 GTI you won't need that.

[Cam]

Yeah the 05's have it inbuilt into the rear window.
Makes it look a lot cleaner. Wonder why they did away with it.
:p

Its nice to see you're planning ahead Justin haha!

You'll never guess what happened this morning. I pulled GT5 Prologue out and had a quick game on the PS3 before work.
I havent played it for about 6 months. Anywhoo... I was going through my garage (Evo 8, rx8, Ford Focus ST...................then.......2005 Golf GTI in white) lol!!

I bought my car in game long before I even contemplated getting a GTI.
:)

[chris32]

Yeah the 05's have it inbuilt into the rear window.
Makes it look a lot cleaner. Wonder why they did away with it.
:p


I was just looking at my parents 05 the other day and thinking the same.

I love my stubby antenna and didn't notice any loss in FM reception (don't listen to AM so cant comment).

[R32Perth]

Yeah the stubby antenna does affect AM, however it looks much better that stock so I live with poor AM.....

[Frenchie]

So it begins....>D

[SUGA]

This thread is hilarious.

[Justin Fox]

:lol:

I'm waiting on a call today from a guy who is keen to check out the car tomorrow. Not 100% sure he's serious though. I had 2 missed calls last night from a guy in Canberra. I just called him and there's no way at all he's serious...

C'MON!

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[SUGA]

888 Posts! CMONN!! Sell that thing!

[R32Perth]

Christina, maybe Justin is waiting for a wedding (did I say tat lol) present in the form of a Mk V................

[Shonen]

LOL Justin....

Buying parts for a car you're yet to own. Guilty as charged :D

[Taz_]

Keen as mustard...

[bigwill]

eager beaver :P

[Justin Fox]

Yew! My 3rd mod (1st is still to be revealed!):

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NewSouth Performance Mk5 RHD DashPod! It'll hold 3 DEFI Gauges nicely :lol:

I snapped this up from stephen8512 who bought it from our forum sponsor Parts4Euro.com:
http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?433-[SYD]-For-Sale-Mk5-Offset-DashPod-Right-Hand-Drive

[Paolo]

nice mindset of buying mods before the car Justin hahah
do you have big plans for the GTI?

[GBJ-R32]

sooo tell us wat the first mod is

also love the fact that uve started before u've even sold the skyline

GO HARD

[Pharkus]

You could probably set up 4 chairs in the living room, put the gauge holder on a table in front of you with the stubby antenna on your head and picture yourself driving your new car.

Any bites on the sale?

[Justin Fox]

Hehe cheers guys. It's pretty funny (to me anyways).

OK my 4th modification:

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Thanks to Tendy, who gave this to Christina (but it didn't fit her R32) I have this DSG transmission mount. It's not actually a mount though? Can someone tell me exactly what this thing is called?! Takes all of 2 minutes to install and it's a really smart design whatever it is.

1st mod is still coming, waiting so I can take pics of it first :)

[Paolo]

looks to me like a torque arm insert? i have one on my car, reduces engine movement and increases shift times and puts the power better to the floor. Could be wrong thou because the rubber mount looks abit short

[Justin Fox]

Ah that's it Paolo. I just did some research on it, seems like a smart modification to me, the more raw the better (I'll need engine mounts too!).

[Justin Fox]

http://www.jkm.org.uk/performance/tfsimotormounts.htm

That link shows a pic of the one Tendy gave me so I assume it's a "Superpro" insert. It's visibly a lot shorter than the other brands, so I assume it's perhaps not as effective as the other 2?

[10d]

Justin, I've got the VWR mounts on my car now. Responsive but you can feel a lot of vibration during idle.

[10d]

http://www.jkm.org.uk/performance/tfsimotormounts.htm

That link shows a pic of the one Tendy gave me so I assume it's a "Superpro" insert. It's visibly a lot shorter than the other brands, so I assume it's perhaps not as effective as the other 2?
Nope, it's the APR ones.

[Justin Fox]

Ah OK thanks Tendy! :)

[Paolo]

http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?445-[NSW]-2005-Golf-GTI-MKV-DSG
*nudge nudge*

[silverbullet]

dude it's cool you are anticipating your new GTI with mods but i would like to throw caution to the wind. please don't put more money down until you get the GTI. good chance the GTI you get may already have mods that you like or you might change your mind later.

i've got a few spare bits and bobs for my mkV GTI. RCD500 mp3 oem stereo system, complete oem intercooler from a mkv gti (new); front honeycomb grill from GTI. let me know if you need any of them once you've bought your car.

good luck dude.

[Justin Fox]

dude it's cool you are anticipating your new GTI with mods but i would like to throw caution to the wind. please don't put more money down until you get the GTI. good chance the GTI you get may already have mods that you like or you might change your mind later.
Ah spot on man I'm with you. I'm just being silly, really :lol:

[M4RK0]

Hey Justin!, what about the sticker?, you'll need it after you removed the one from dealer details, LOL!

[Justin Fox]

LOL y6es will need a sticker, my 5th mod :lol:

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hmmm, black or white though?! :lol:

[GBJ-R32]

just wait and see which on which colour you buy then choose either black or white

[Justin Fox]

just wait and see which on which colour you buy then choose either black or white

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:lol:

[mungholio]

wheres the car, justin?
i'm guessing you're on the hunt all morning

[G-rig]

Once i bought a motorbike jacket before i bought a bike LOL.
Had to get one to match then..

[rayray086]

4 page build thread without a car! Epic!

[Justin Fox]

LOL! I've got to wait until my mechanic is open for business again to check out a GTI. Bad timing selling a car over the break :lol:

[AP]

Comon Justin hurry up and get a car, There are lots to choose from!!!

[chankone]

go justin! GTI!

[10d]

LOL! I've got to wait until my mechanic is open for business again to check out a GTI. Bad timing selling a car over the break :lol:
Haha. No excuse. He will be back Tuesday. You got till then to narrow down your choices, dude >D

[MasterKevin]

hahaha this thread cracked me up :P

[G-rig]

How's the search going Justin?

Are there many decent ones around 25k? Not many show up on carsales, cheapest is $27k but in this market can always offer a few thousand less.

My mate bought a nice white one with sunroof+leather with low km for $34k..

[SUGA]

Looks like we got a new addition to the family! :)

[nath_mk6]

Do tell Christina, do tell

[SUGA]

haha I can hear Justin typing away downstairs, so I'll leave you anticipating for just a bit longer! :P

[Justin Fox]

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OH YEAH!

Today I called Barloword to see if they were open, they were, so Christina and I dropped in to check out a MKV GTI I've had my eyes on for the last couple of days.

The car looked very tidy on the outside for a 2005 model, not so bad on the inside either. The gear knob had a bit of wear, the inner door handles and steering wheel controls did too but it was just general wear and tear. It had the non-leather interior (fine by me as I'll most likely strip it anyways :lol:) and a sunroof (crap, extra weight :lol:) and Bi-Zenon headlights :cool:.

The used car salesman was a little ordinary until he heard Christina's exhaust (he wanted to hear it). Christina gave it 3 blats and his reaction was dead set hilarious. He was in shock and once he started moving he literally had to shake the goosebumps out of his arms!

We took the MKV GTI for a test drive, car felt great, drove straight, not a single rattle to be heard inside and no suspension noises whatsoever. Engine felt strong and the DSG shift was lighting fast like the new MKVI was.

Everything just felt right. I've followed a fair few GTI sales from Barloworld lately. It seems like a LOT of people are trading in their MKV GTI's for MKVI's and Barloworld sell them off for as low and sometimes lower than people do in private sales (goes to show how powerful they are as a dealership). We got back to the dealership and went inside to cut a deal, 3 months warranty was all I can get for it (no extended warranty options). Everyone was in good spirits and I got the car down to $30k (perfect) without any hassles.

The sales guy was still excited about Christina's exhaust "I love your car!". He brought his store manager out to hear Christina's exhaust (it was no longer about me wanting to pay for the GTI lol!). He freaked out hard when she told him it cost $7k, he was going on about that for a bit but once she hit it he changed his tone completely and said he'd buy one too! (GOLD). He then proceeded to notice all the modifications on the car and pay many complements.

We went in to pay a deposit on the car and on our way out the sales manager was still outside checking out Christina's car, he had his camera out now and was taking pics of it. Made Christina's day. I'm happy too, will be picking up the car on Tuesday when the banks open. :)

PS: Both the sales guy and the manager were very well aware of AP's beast too! :>

[Clifton]

The sales guy was still excited about Christina's exhaust "I love your car!". He brought his store manager out to hear Christina's exhaust (it was no longer about me wanting to pay for the GTI lol!). He freaked out hard when she told him it cost $7k, he was going on about that for a bit but once she hit it he changed his tone completely and said he'd buy one too! (GOLD). He then proceeded to notice all the modifications on the car and pay many complements.

We went in to pay a deposit on the car and on our way out the sales manager was still outside checking out Christina's car, he had his camera out now and was taking pics of it. Made Christina's day. I'm happy too, will be picking up the car on Tuesday when the banks open. :)

LOL gold!

Congrats on the car Justin! cant wait to see what you do with it.

[Justin Fox]

Forgot to mention. It's only done 30,000 or so km's and it's never missed a service either (full log books) :cool:

[stephen8512]

wow! 5 years old and only 30K kms!!! thats like 6000kms per year! sounds like a really good find Justin! congrats!!!

[AP]

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OH YEAH!

Today I called Barloword to see if they were open, they were, so Christina and I dropped in to check out a MKV GTI I've had my eyes on for the last couple of days.

The car looked very tidy on the outside for a 2005 model, not so bad on the inside either. The gear knob had a bit of wear, the inner door handles and steering wheel controls did too but it was just general wear and tear. It had the non-leather interior (fine by me as I'll most likely strip it anyways :lol:) and a sunroof (crap, extra weight :lol:) and Bi-Zenon headlights :cool:.

The used car salesman was a little ordinary until he heard Christina's exhaust (he wanted to hear it). Christina gave it 3 blats and his reaction was dead set hilarious. He was in shock and once he started moving he literally had to shake the goosebumps out of his arms!

We took the MKV GTI for a test drive, car felt great, drove straight, not a single rattle to be heard inside and no suspension noises whatsoever. Engine felt strong and the DSG shift was lighting fast like the new MKVI was.

Everything just felt right. I've followed a fair few GTI sales from Barloworld lately. It seems like a LOT of people are trading in their MKV GTI's for MKVI's and Barloworld sell them off for as low and sometimes lower than people do in private sales (goes to show how powerful they are as a dealership). We got back to the dealership and went inside to cut a deal, 3 months warranty was all I can get for it (no extended warranty options). Everyone was in good spirits and I got the car down to $30k (perfect) without any hassles.

The sales guy was still excited about Christina's exhaust "I love your car!". He brought his store manager out to hear Christina's exhaust (it was no longer about me wanting to pay for the GTI lol!). He freaked out hard when she told him it cost $7k, he was going on about that for a bit but once she hit it he changed his tone completely and said he'd buy one too! (GOLD). He then proceeded to notice all the modifications on the car and pay many complements.

We went in to pay a deposit on the car and on our way out the sales manager was still outside checking out Christina's car, he had his camera out now and was taking pics of it. Made Christina's day. I'm happy too, will be picking up the car on Tuesday when the banks open. :)

PS: Both the sales guy and the manager were very well aware of AP's beast too! :>

That's funny, because I purchased my R from there..

[AP]

Congrats Justin, if you want leather I have a complete R32 leather interior in my warehouse if you are interested.. Seats door trims etc..

[SUGA]

haah Anthony, the sales guys couldn't stop raving on about your car!
They love your beast!

[10d]

Congrats dude!

Finally. Got some bits for you here!
Donation time! hahaha

[Cam]

Congrats Justin!
Glad to hear you found one. Great price with those options as well. And the km's are REALLY LOW! I thought I was doing well finding an 05 with 64,000kms lol.
:)

Too funny with Suga's exhaust. Would have loved to have been there to see the look on his face.
Its nice to see dealers appreciating mods like that and getting into the spirit.

Your garage is going to be awesome, don't opposites attract?
White R32, black GTI....... there will be some love happening in your garage
:>>D:p

[Frenchie]

Finally well done Justin - glad you got a dark Golf, need a bit of darkness in this forum with all these white cars !! Let the modding begin >D

Can't wait to see your work !!

[10d]

Finally well done Justin - glad you got a dark Golf, need a bit of darkness in this forum with all these white cars !! Let the modding begin >D

Can't wait to see your work !!

C, so the UG will be the balance of good and evil then, huh???

>D

[wilch]

White R32, black GTI....... there will be some love happening in your garage
:>>D:p

Dibs on the dark grey 4WD Turbo baby Polo that comes out!



...and congrats Justin!! Can't wait to see what you do with this car. :)

[Frenchie]

C, so the UG will be the balance of good and evil then, huh???

>D

haha you sir are correct - I could turn either side ! do not trust this Frenchman >D

[PassthatR]

Woohoo! Congrats Justin! So happy for you mate. Those GTI's sure are awesome bang for buck. We must do a comparison one day (I've got a 130i..).

Oh and Barloworld is also where we got our VW from. Good bunch of people.

[10d]

I have a feeling Justin must be busy looking into a personalised plate for his GTI now. Hehe.

[Paolo]

good to see the wait paid off! do you plan to put your JDM flavour into it?

[G-rig]

Congrats Justin, glad you found one!

[burgs]

Congrats on the purchase, let the modding begin :)

[Cam]

I have a feeling Justin must be busy looking into a personalised plate for his GTI now. Hehe.

How about "The Fox"
:p

Or even better "JFox"

[10d]

Justin normally gets the engine or model designation number. Maybe something with 1KZ or BPY. >D

[VR53KS]

I know the plate he wants, he told me in Terrigal, but maybe I won't reveal it so nobody else can take it from him! And so that I won't steal his thunder ;)

[silverbullet]

dude congrats on the purchase. funny thing is i was checking that car out 2 weeks ago when my GTI was in for a service. was thinking what a clean car...should mention it to JFOX. and i was also there when suga picked up her R32 from barloworld. coincidence? if you are thinking of getting rid of your stock wheels i'd be happy to takem off ya. PM me.

[S&H]

Congrats on your purchase Justin.
Good to see another BMP GTI "rescued from the pound...."

[Rayjuice]

congrats on the good find justin...such low kms!
can't wait it modded up! 1st mod should def be the sticker :D

[Justin Fox]

LOL cheers guys. Plates were on order before I bought the car :lol:

[GBJ-R32]

congratz J cant wait to see wat u do to this one

[jazzle]

The used car salesman was a little ordinary until he heard Christina's exhaust (he wanted to hear it). Christina gave it 3 blats and his reaction was dead set hilarious. He was in shock and once he started moving he literally had to shake the goosebumps out of his arms!

We took the MKV GTI for a test drive, car felt great, drove straight, not a single rattle to be heard inside and no suspension noises whatsoever. Engine felt strong and the DSG shift was lighting fast like the new MKVI was.

Everything just felt right. I've followed a fair few GTI sales from Barloworld lately. It seems like a LOT of people are trading in their MKV GTI's for MKVI's and Barloworld sell them off for as low and sometimes lower than people do in private sales (goes to show how powerful they are as a dealership). We got back to the dealership and went inside to cut a deal, 3 months warranty was all I can get for it (no extended warranty options). Everyone was in good spirits and I got the car down to $30k (perfect) without any hassles.

The sales guy was still excited about Christina's exhaust "I love your car!". He brought his store manager out to hear Christina's exhaust (it was no longer about me wanting to pay for the GTI lol!). He freaked out hard when she told him it cost $7k, he was going on about that for a bit but once she hit it he changed his tone completely and said he'd buy one too! (GOLD). He then proceeded to notice all the modifications on the car and pay many complements.

We went in to pay a deposit on the car and on our way out the sales manager was still outside checking out Christina's car, he had his camera out now and was taking pics of it. Made Christina's day. I'm happy too, will be picking up the car on Tuesday when the banks open. :)

PS: Both the sales guy and the manager were very well aware of AP's beast too! :>

hahaha @ salesmanager

damn good buy and low km. :D

[stevie]

Congrats on the purchase Justin. Can't wait to follow the modding adventure. Let it begin!

[shida]

Hahaha!! This thread wins! I am loving it!!! Congratulations again Justin!!! 30,000 in 5 yrs? That is a fab deal, couldn't have asked for any better!

Now for a "mod installation day". Bet you got all the goodies all lined up waiting for their new home!!! lol

[AP]

PS: Both the sales guy and the manager were very well aware of AP's beast too! :>

Great there goes any chances of any warranty work.. Haha

[burgs]

Hard to keep her under the radar, she is a fairly famous rig :)

[derek]

grats on the purchase!

[iBoost]

Congrats Justin, looks like a clean example. Looking forward to seeing what you have planned!

[Justin Fox]

No plans. I'm a no plans kinda guy :lol:

[kaoticice]

congratzz justin.. WOW dats seriously a low km car, u've got an awesome deal!!

stage 3 *cough*

[GBJ-R32]

stage 3 turbo and ecu plus KW 3 with full adjustable sways + big kit brembo like a 6 piston :D

[Bizi]

Congrats, Justin. Sounds like the deal of 2010 thanks to good timing.

I might be interested in some of your GTI bits, too!

[burgs]

congratzz justin.. WOW dats seriously a low km car, u've got an awesome deal!!

stage 3 *cough*

We are in the times of stage 4, im thinking he would enjoy that?lol

[Shonen]

That didnt take long :p


Congrats Justin.

[kaoticice]

v10 swap

[Justin Fox]

This morning I got to the bank, banked in my V35 cheque and drew a cheque for Barloworld. Suga just got her wisdom teeth taken out this morning but the guys insisted that she bring the car as a few more staff wanted to hear her exhaust :lol:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4013/4496131376_b452077bda_o.jpg
Sold to me!

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4003/4495492985_67f66cbab1_o.jpg
Car was nice and clean, and apart from having only a 1/4 tank of fuel the experience was just like buying a new car :)

I'm super busy today and haven't even got the time to put my new antenna on :lol: will hopefully make some time tomorrow to play with the car.

[defaultx]

Looking sexy :D !! Nice buy mate

[VR53KS]

You sikkarnt, this I wanna see! Congratumalations, good luck and I hope you keep this one for longer than a month ;)

[MasterKevin]

let the modifications begin :)

[stephen8512]

nice justin!!! cant wait to see how this is gonna turn out!

[nath_mk6]

No big novelty cheque? Congrats mate nice clean car and a good price by the sounds of it. A two dub family is born

[10d]

Yin Yang, buddy. What will happen to the balance of the universe?? Only time will tell. :)

[AP]

Congrats Justin, welcome to the golf club!!!

[shida]

Come on Justin!!! We're dying over here to see MOAR!!! Yayyy you finally did it!!!

P.s as I said... Go the Tartan!!! Me personally likey!

[G-rig]

Congrats Justin..

Does look like a new car delivery sitting in the delivery bay!


I'm super busy today and haven't even got the time to put my new antenna on :lol: will hopefully make some time tomorrow to play with the car.

Dude it takes like 5 seconds =D.

[chewy7]

Welcome to the BMP club Justin!

Get ready to go loco whilst trying to keep it clean. I swear i spend more time cleaning my car than driving it, lol.

[R32Perth]

Congrats Justin, look forward to the build ....

[zz2]

hell yeah Justin! im sure you have big plans

[Justin Fox]

Cheers guys for all the congrats. Much appreciated :)

I'm determined to not feel any pressure on this one (a lot of people are expecting me to do something grand with this on JDMST!). I'll just have fun with it, and do my thing :)


Get ready to go loco whilst trying to keep it clean. I swear i spend more time cleaning my car than driving it, lol.
I've had 2 black cars in the past. I swore I'd never get black ever again after the Alfa, but I did (2nd black car was a Jazz) and here I am again! DOH!


P.s as I said... Go the Tartan!!! Me personally likey!
I was never a fan of the tartan but I'm not a huge fan of leather either (more how Leather wears badly over time). I have to admit I'm feeling more at ease with ripping out tartan seats than leather ones :lol:

[kaoticice]

^ didn't u previously had a k20 swapped jazz??

LOL this built thread has 10 pages already :P u have set a high expectation here nahayahhahahahha

[Justin Fox]

^ didn't u previously had a k20 swapped jazz??

LOL this built thread has 10 pages already :P u have set a high expectation here nahayahhahahahha

Yah I've had 3 Jazz's! They are the best car in the world!

[Justin Fox]

OK here's an update:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4015/4498009087_53d41944fa_o.jpg
Old Antenna.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2655/4498009291_b396c4fb3d_o.jpg
New Antenna. Ooooooh I've broken the seal as they say :lol: the mods will flow on from here!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2685/4498009469_a451b24d25_o.jpg
This little star nut is the only thing holding the rear seats in.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4042/4498009675_6648095dbf_o.jpg
All the stuff that came out. Rear seats, spare, tools, parcel shelf and boot floor.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2783/4498646266_74f2726937_o.jpg
The weigh in begins.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2702/4498646158_669a54075f_o.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4059/4498008877_de2399aa4d_o.jpg
The manual is almost 1kg :lol:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2794/4498645906_41b5061d9a_o.jpg
Stripped! The bikes will fit in nicely me thinks.

OK here's the weight breakdown. I've broken the rear seat down into separate components (it's 3 pieces).

Weights:

Antenna: -20g
Golf Manual: -818g
Tool kit: -3.78kg
Parcel tray: -1.82kg
Rear floor: -1.62kg
Rear seat bottom: -4.96kg
Rear single seat back: -6.46kg
Rear double seat back: -17.48kg
Spare wheel: -14.34kg
----------------------------------
51.29kg

I'll be adding some more weight back in as I'll be carrying a puncture repair kit and pump or maybe just a can of goop, we'll see. I'll stop here for today, got to know the car a little more today which is always fun. PS: She spins the wheels hard on boost in 2nd gear in the wet huh?! Caught me by surprise last night!

[nath_mk6]

Going to be an interesting read :)

[Paolo]

you work quick Justin!

[defaultx]

Looking forward to seeing where this goes....! Can't believe how quickly you've gotten into stripping it haha

[SUGA]

Better put all those bits in a safe place and out of sight.

[MasterKevin]

u should spray it all gloss black :D looks awesome !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[G.:Rowler]

Congrats Justin! Dude, what an awesome deal you got. Very clean low km car. Looking forward to seeing the transformation unfold.

[ml16]

Spins the wheels in 2nd in the wet? My old ae93 corolla could do that :P

Looks sweet mate. Very keen to see this car progress and some real-life R&D take place for everyone to see.

Good luck with the project.

[kaoticice]

I'm hoping ur build thread will have some influence from the jdmst style builds :) ... it'll be really awesome!! (no pressure xD )

PS: ur jazz built was inspiring!! People who spent most of their money on plush toys and stickers on their jazz should learn =D

[Justin Fox]

Hey plush toys and stickers are fun too :lol:

OK I'm going to let everyone in on what I'm looking into:

- Lighter exhaust (Full Ti).
- Deka Battery.
- Lighter front seats (I have to weigh a stock seat to be sure this one's worth it).
- Carbon bonnet.
- Lighter wheels.

Suspension:
I've bought a set of PSS10's off John a while back. He's yet to take them off his car but hopefully I can get them off his car and onto mine in a week or so. :> I'll be sure to weigh them against the stock gear too (I assume they will be lighter).

Deka Battery:
I've worn out a Deka battery before. They are tiny and made for motorbikes (Harley's actually). I killed it because I put it in the GT-R which I didn't drive much. I'm assuming it will be fine in a car I use as a daily driver though.

Seats:
I'm a huge fan of bucket seats, really deep and tight fitting ones at that so I might get a pair but I'd only do this if they were significantly lighter than the stock seats (I'm pretty sure they would be. I'll have to weigh up a stock seat + rail ASAP).

CF Bonnet:
I'm not sure if it's going to be significantly lighter than the stock bonnet. I am hoping it will be but I have no idea on weights. Since the car is black, a CF bonnet shouldn't gain too much more attention. It would be great to take more weight off the front of the car too.

Wheels:
I am having a hard time finding wheels with aggressive offsets. I am hoping to get 18x9 +35's on there but going custom on a set of Rays CE28's is not an option which is a real bummer. I might end up having to settle for 18x8 +45/50's as that seems to be the common size for VW's.

[stephen8512]

hey justin! with the rear seats, did u take it out to just weigh how mch they are or are they off the car permanently? wouldnt it be a bit noisy in cabin for a daily? (of course NOTHING compared to your GTR :D)

[Tim]

CF Bonnet:
I'm not sure if it's going to be significantly lighter than the stock bonnet. I am hoping it will be but I have no idea on weights. Since the car is black, a CF bonnet shouldn't gain too much more attention. It would be great to take more weight off the front of the car too.

Wheels:
I am having a hard time finding wheels with aggressive offsets. I am hoping to get 18x9 +35's on there but going custom on a set of Rays CE28's is not an option which is a real bummer. I might end up having to settle for 18x8 +45/50's as that seems to be the common size for VW's.

Re: front end weight. Seibon in the US do carbon fibre fenders which are also 10mm wider.

Re: wheels. 9" and ET35 is a big no go on the front of a MKV. I used to run 9" ET49 which gave 1-2mm strut clearance and 2-3mm of poke in the front and quite flush in the rear. ET35 would be massive poke!

[stevie]

Sounds and looks good Justin. Will be following this thread closely!

[saad]

Justin Im running 19x8.5 ET46, and these have given me some grief, despite having the front guards roll. The rears rub with passengers in the back and wehn driving very fast corners, so do the front, but only on the Fender lining. Im considering ordering some team dynamics 18x8 et45.

The front seats weigh about 38kg from memory. I took the passenger one out when I did the stereo, and faark it was heavy. Thats for leather though.

In terms of bucket seats, the Recaro pole positions are about 8kg each and come in a nice leather too, or you can just get the re-trimmed if you know someone, which might work out cheaper. JohnnyC at golfmkv had them, check out his thread:

http://golfmk5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=72595&highlight=johnnyc

And the seats:

http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o304/jonnnny28/DSC05259.jpg

http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o304/jonnnny28/DSC05262.jpg

http://golfmk5.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1657590&postcount=179

I reckon you should get a rollcage too, like this:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2607/3825058120_feded4e3f7_b.jpg

http://golfmk5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=99536&highlight=schroth


Anyway let me know what buckets you decide on, I might be interested too, as I think Ive decided against getting a GTR for the time being, and turning the GTI into a daily driven track car, then later getting a GTR or maybe even a Formula V.

[G-rig]

You don't muck around Justin, didn't take long for the diet to commence!

I thought when i had the spare and seats out that the car felt slightly faster, but it was probably a placebo effect. I'm sure it all helps though :).

Don't think the car would start if you left it for more than a few days with the small battery, but prob not an issue for you (all the electronics and sensors drain the battery a bit).

[Justin Fox]

hey justin! with the rear seats, did u take it out to just weigh how mch they are or are they off the car permanently? wouldnt it be a bit noisy in cabin for a daily? (of course NOTHING compared to your GTR :D)

Yes they will stay out, extra noise? I live for it! If I ever needed them to go back in it's just a 10 minute job.


Re: front end weight. Seibon in the US do carbon fibre fenders which are also 10mm wider. Re: wheels. 9" and ET35 is a big no go on the front of a MKV. I used to run 9" ET49 which gave 1-2mm strut clearance and 2-3mm of poke in the front and quite flush in the rear. ET35 would be massive poke!

Cheers for this info Tim. I'm now thinking 18x8 +35. Enkei RPF1's are available but damn they look weak (need more aggressive offset to make them look nicer in shape). I might end up settling for 18x8 +45's in the end of the day, maybe run a 10mm bolt on spacer if there is such a thing for VW PCD.


The front seats weigh about 38kg from memory. I took the passenger one out when I did the stereo, and faark it was heavy. Thats for leather though. In terms of bucket seats, the Recaro pole positions are about 8kg each and come in a nice leather too, or you can just get the re-trimmed if you know someone, which might work out cheaper.

Those Recaro's look awesome. Thanks for the weight info saad. I know race buckets are super light but the rails are usually heavy. I'm a huge fan of the Recaro SPG, fits me perfectly so I might look into them. I've already found a lot of info regarding the airbag/warning lights regarding seats too, should be AOK to sort out (I hope!).

[Tim]

just for the record 18x8 ET35 would still be a couple mm of poke. Would work if youre not scared of stretching tyres and a little bit of scrub. Most newer golf owners tend to be a bit ummm how can I put it. Uber-conservative :D

[saad]

Justin you seem like a function over form guy, so dont go lower than ET45. 18x8 ET45 is perfect from what i hear, and thats what my team dynamics will be

[schoona]

just for the record 18x8 ET35 would still be a couple mm of poke. Would work if youre not scared of stretching tyres and a little bit of scrub. Most newer golf owners tend to be a bit ummm how can I put it. Uber-conservative :D

x2. you aren't a half arsed guy. Aggressive is your thing :) Congrats on the purcahse mate. Enjoy!

[MasterKevin]

I like the fact that justin wants to be different :)

much respect right there :D

Be Different brother ! ride on !

[G-rig]

dont go lower than ET45. 18x8 ET45 is perfect from what i hear, and thats what my team dynamics will be

+1 my OZ where 18x8 ET 45 and that's the perfect size IMO only the very ocassional scrub.

[Tim]

stock wheels scrub on an R32 if you drive it hard enough!

[G-rig]

That's what everyone says, and i assume the same wheels/tyres would on a GTI (although they are 5mm higher aren't they?). Not worth going too agressive unless you are about show and not go. ET45 sits nice and flush with the fenders (may poke out very slightly but if you're lowered 30mm like i was the rims are in due to the camber).

[schoona]

That's what everyone says, and i assume the same wheels/tyres would on a GTI (although they are 5mm higher aren't they?). Not worth going too agressive unless you are about show and not go.

Have 2 sets of wheels. Show and proper, and track and proper :)

[Justin Fox]

I'd go wide for looks AND function. Wider track = flatter cornering = faster lap times (or just faster full stop!).

I've managed to fit much wider wheels on cars before. Offset and wide wheels is a skill I've got a bit of experience in :)

My ED Civic had +25! Yes it was hella flush :lol: Where there's a will, there's a way but as it is right now I'm having a hard time finding anything in 5x112 PCD.

Here's what I've got so far:

RAYS VOLK RACING CE28N 18x8 +50 FORGED
6.67kg

TE37
8.21kg

NEUSPEED RS-10 18x8 +45
8.07kg

Enkei RPF1 18x8 +35
8.07kg

ADVAN RS 18X8 +47
7.7kg

ADVAN RZ 18X8 +48
7.8kg

ADVAN RSD 18X8 +48
ADVAN RSD 18X8.5 +45

[G-rig]

Have 2 sets of wheels. Show and proper, and track and proper :)

Nice, best of both.

[schoona]

RAYS VOLK RACING CE28N 18x8 +50 FORGED
6.67kg

TE37
8.21kg

NEUSPEED RS-10 18x8 +45
8.07kg

Enkei RPF1 18x8 +35
8.07kg

ADVAN RS 18X8 +47
7.7kg

ADVAN RZ 18X8 +48
7.8kg

ADVAN RSD 18X8 +48
ADVAN RSD 18X8.5 +45

Would love to see the CE28Ns on a BMP.

[G-rig]

I'd go wide for looks AND function. Wider track = flatter cornering = faster lap times (or just faster full stop!).

I've managed to fit much wider wheels on cars before. Offset and wide wheels is a skill I've got a bit of experience in :)

As long as you dont mind it scrubbing heaps on the track, but assume you'd get the guards rolled and pulled. Also if you have rock hard suspension perhaps the travel wont be as much so it may not scrub?

[10d]

Full on raw, dude. You can weigh my bonnet when it comes before you make your decision.

[ar44]

I'd go wide for looks AND function. Wider track = flatter cornering = faster lap times (or just faster full stop!).

I've managed to fit much wider wheels on cars before. Offset and wide wheels is a skill I've got a bit of experience in :)

My ED Civic had +25! Yes it was hella flush :lol: Where there's a will, there's a way but as it is right now I'm having a hard time finding anything in 5x112 PCD.

Here's what I've got so far:

RAYS VOLK RACING CE28N 18x8 +50 FORGED
6.67kg

TE37
8.21kg

NEUSPEED RS-10 18x8 +45
8.07kg

Enkei RPF1 18x8 +35
8.07kg

ADVAN RS 18X8 +47
7.7kg

ADVAN RZ 18X8 +48
7.8kg

ADVAN RSD 18X8 +48
ADVAN RSD 18X8.5 +45


Just in my opinion Ce28's with a 50+ offset will have no concavity (flat), right? No go!

Same with TE37's.

[Justin Fox]

Yes 100%, flat and ugly. Damn light though!

[chewy7]

Holy smokes Justin!! Thats crazy! I like it :D :D

My wheels are 18.x8.5", +45. They poke out a little, but its fairly noticeable to the people following behind, lol . They scrub on hard corners on stock R32 suspension.

[ar44]

Yes 100%, flat and ugly. Damn light though!

There incredibly light! It may be a disadvantage, with the loss of that sprung mass you may find the front wheels will just spin and spin? Tyres will play a big roll no doubt but with any power upgrades...

[Frenchie]

RAYS VOLK RACING CE28N 18x8 +50 FORGED - I like the look and love the weight.

Justin but agree offset is very conservative, can't they do a custom # for you ?

Otherwise have a look at AVD. wheels - custom wheels all the way baby !

[MasterKevin]

Ce28n are so sexy although i really only ever liked them in the 18 x 10 +35 gtr offset cause of the dish on the JDM wheel ! sexxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx!!!!!!!!!

[saad]

OZ Allegerita's? Very very light.

I love the RS10's too

[Justin Fox]

As much as I love how lightweight the CE28's are I don't think I can do it, they just look so ugly in that size and offset. The Advans in 18x8.5 +45 sound good to me. Yes there will be some scrubbing but I'll roll and pull the guards until there is none. I just have to pull the trigger now :eek:

[JohnA]

great thread this one. Have enjoyed reading it.

some of you guys are simply crazy (in the nicest possible way) :)

[MasterKevin]

As much as I love how lightweight the CE28's are I don't think I can do it, they just look so ugly in that size and offset. The Advans in 18x8.5 +45 sound good to me. Yes there will be some scrubbing but I'll roll and pull the guards until there is none. I just have to pull the trigger now :eek:

o0o where you getting this from :P veryy niceeeee

[10d]

As much as I love how lightweight the CE28's are I don't think I can do it, they just look so ugly in that size and offset. The Advans in 18x8.5 +45 sound good to me. Yes there will be some scrubbing but I'll roll and pull the guards until there is none. I just have to pull the trigger now :eek:
Are you going to run 225 or 235. A strecthed 225 will look pimp, daddy!

[GBJ-R32]

loving this thread but all these numbers about wheels is doing my head in.

who can give a quick explanation on what all these number means for us normal people who arnt crazy(in a good way):D

[Justin Fox]

GBJ-R32 - Offsets do my head in as well, they do so with every car I buy but the research usually pays off and in most cases I'm happy I go against the grain, against the recommended sizes in the catalog, and go for something aggressive. Sure, there's more work in getting them to fit (no scrubbing/rubbing) but the satisfaction of having them look and work better is well worthwhile.

There are lots of offset calculators online, and even more guides on what all the numbers mean. I've not got any links in my bookmarks but I'm hoping someone else on here does.

[Justin Fox]

PS: Wheels and gauges on order! :)

[Pharkus]

You surely don't muck around mate. Well done. I trust you and the other army of technical mechanical yeti monster experts will help me out with my choice of wheels after I get my PSS10's =)

Your car is looking like it's going to be a monster already! Now go and clean up the garage of the mess you made!

[VTECMACHINE]

hahahahaha... Going so hard already! Nice. I think I need to stay away from this thread, or i'll get influenced.

[GBJ-R32]

O dam looks like ive got a bit of reading to do on all these offsets

also which wheels? did u just order

[stephen8512]

nice! what gauges? lemme guess....defi 52mm racers in blue? or white?

rims? advan RS?

[10d]

nice! what gauges? lemme guess....defi 52mm racers in blue? or white?

rims? advan RS?

Hahaha. You are reading Justin like a book.

[Pharkus]

Hahaha. You are reading Justin like a book.

Not like this one...

http://www.eden.co.uk/images/300/9781845392468.jpg

[Justin Fox]

Gauges I ordered the new Defi-Link Advance in black and wheels I ordered some Advans which are cast but light enough (lighter than forged TE37's so I'm happy). Advan are releasing forged wheels later this year but I just can't wait and I'd expect the forged rims to be a lot more expensive too.

Regarding offsets etc. I'll start a new thread with pointers here:
http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?602-Understanding-wheel-OFFSETS

[AP]

Come on Justin this build is taking to long..haha

[stephen8512]

Hahaha. You are reading Justin like a book.

great minds things alike tendy...what can I say? :D

[stephen8512]

justin, the new defi-link advance BF gauges are only in 60mm arent they?

[Justin Fox]

justin, the new defi-link advance BF gauges are only in 60mm arent they?

I'm not getting BF. I appreciate them and all but they're a bit gimicky for my liking, a little too new school. I'll be going the Defi-Link Meter ADVANCE CR's.

[10d]

great minds things alike tendy...what can I say? :D


justin, the new defi-link advance BF gauges are only in 60mm arent they?

FUUU... the gauge holder he got from you was 52mm??

[stephen8512]

FUUU... the gauge holder he got from you was 52mm??

yep 52mm's. They were advertised on my FS thread as 52mm guages can only fit on the offset pod

[J.T]

congrats on the purchase justin, im subscribing to this thread! following your builds are always an event.

[jazzle]

any sound insulation / tar craps on the boot area?? going to remove them?? :)

[Justin Fox]

Yup there's a bit of tar in there but I won't be removing it. I only saved about 2kg or so in removing the tar on the GT-R. It's a horrible job and you can't exactly undo it either.

[10d]

but Germaan tar might be a bit heavier >D

[AP]

I have the recaro polepostion for my turbo R, just waiting for the seat brackets..

[saad]

Lovely seats Anthony. And light as! I want to get some too, but dont want to lose the access to the back. Maybe a pole position for the drivers side, and the reclingin version for the passengers

[Justin Fox]

I love the Recaro SPG, not sure if they make them any more. The Pole Positions look hot, especially in plain black (non-leather). I'm looking into Bride seats at the moment. I'm not 100% sure they make rails for the MKV (I've sent out a few emails, hope to hear back soon).

[stephen8512]

BRIDE Low Max Gias!! or BRIDE ZETA III justin!!!! love these seats!!

[10d]

Just use the Godzilla's Brides, JF.

[Justin Fox]

Stepherm - yup I love them too. I have a set in the GT-R, they're a perfect fit for me (but too tight for everyone else). And nah can't do that Tendy. That would be sacrilegious!

OK I've removed my rear wiper + motor today:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4059/4506066099_04d9d9d4d2_o.jpg

The DIY Thread is here:
http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?627-DIY-Rear-Wiper-Delete-MKV-Golf

Updated weights saving:

Weights:

Antenna: -20g
Golf Manual: -818g
Tool kit: -3.78kg
Parcel tray: -1.82kg
Rear floor: -1.62kg
Rear seat bottom: -4.96kg
Rear single seat back: -6.46kg
Rear double seat back: -17.48kg
Spare wheel: -14.34kg
Rear wiper assembly: -1.02kg
Rear boot trim panel: -1.74kg
----------------------------------
54.05kg

[10d]

4kg more, easily solved when you get your DeKa battery.

[chewy7]

Justin,
I Just remembered this guy was selling these wheels...Did a search..But they sold early this year: http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=109066&highlight=s3

Would have been a steal at 3k :(

[Justin Fox]

Can't say I'm a huge fan of the look of RE30's (I've had them on 2 cars previously but didn't like them). Definitely a good deal though, they'd make great track rims for sure!

[GBJ-R32]

Stepherm - yup I love them too. I have a set in the GT-R, they're a perfect fit for me (but too tight for everyone else). And nah can't do that Tendy. That would be sacrilegious!

OK I've removed my rear wiper + motor today:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4059/4506066099_04d9d9d4d2_o.jpg

The DIY Thread is here:
http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?627-DIY-Rear-Wiper-Delete-MKV-Golf

Updated weights saving:

Weights:

Antenna: -20g
Golf Manual: -818g
Tool kit: -3.78kg
Parcel tray: -1.82kg
Rear floor: -1.62kg
Rear seat bottom: -4.96kg
Rear single seat back: -6.46kg
Rear double seat back: -17.48kg
Spare wheel: -14.34kg
Rear wiper assembly: -1.02kg
Rear boot trim panel: -1.74kg
----------------------------------
54.05kg

dam man thats impressive 54kg
is there a formula for power gains from wieght reduction?

[AP]

What about some more power!!!

[10d]

We need to sort him out, AP :)

[Justin Fox]

I have a feeling my car has been chipped already. It revs up to 6500rpm before self shifting, is this normal?

In any case guys I am (right now) not after more power. In my opinion there's heaps of power there, much more than an MX-5 or Honda Civic but the car is a lot heavier than those 2 cars. Making a car handle better before making more power is always where it's at for me :cool: Maybe I'll just have to impress you guys with a killer lap time over other GTI's making twice as much power? :>

OK a small update. I dropped in to JDMyard today to buy a Honda Wiper Delete plug but it turns out the plug Yonas has in store is different to the plug I had in mind. His one is metal and it's $30. I bought it anyway and I've made it work, but I doubt it's going to be as watertight as the simpler rubber grommet I've used in the past (see image below).

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2515/4131390535_0dc280f294_o.jpg
The rubber grommet/plug I had on the ED.

I'll leave it as is for now. I'll grab one of the above rubber grommets from Honda Parts ASAP. Here's what I've done so far:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2286/4507221382_375fb46008_o.jpg
Wiper delete plug from JDMyard.com

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4047/4507221460_2b20f48165_o.jpg
It's threaded.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2411/4506582591_1cdfd54b40_o.jpg
I had to get into MacGuyver Mode. I scrounged around the man cave and found a few good bits: An allen key bolt, a red washer made of rubber, something you would find in the plumbing section at Bunnings. A carbon bicycle headset spacer and also a carbon fibre bicycle stem top cap.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2333/4506582695_70bd44c230_o.jpg
This is how it all came together in the end on the underside.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4067/4507221788_469125c66d_o.jpg
And how it looks on the outside.

I've done a leak test with a hose and it's all good but I don't feel 100% on the seal so I'll buy some silicone ASAP and seal the underside properly.

[defaultx]

Looks very clean Justin, nice work :)

[GBJ-R32]

that came out clean
test it out with the water hose and see if it leaks

are u giving it a hit when it shifts at 6500rpm or is that light footed driving?

[Lima]

Just read this thread, nice work Justin!

Mind, $30K for an 05, that sort of money might've tickled our interest on Mrs Lima's 3dr GTI (Aug 06 build). It's just about to go in for its 45K service. Would've expected 05s to be selling for mid 20s (or less).

Still, doesn't look like money is a huge concern, may the mods continue! :cool:

Cheers
Liam

[Justin Fox]

that came out clean
test it out with the water hose and see if it leaks

are u giving it a hit when it shifts at 6500rpm or is that light footed driving?

Yes tested with hose, no leaks but still would like to use some silicone before putting the boot trim back on just to be 100000% sure. And it shifted at 6500rpm pedal to the metal, is that normal? I feel like Suga's car shifts earlier (then again it's not a GTI).

And LOL Liam don't tell me things like that!!!!!!! :lol:

[GBJ-R32]

yea just to be 100% buy some of the bathroom silcone gives abit of flex and water resistance

im sure the that gti is fine with shifting at 6500 is that the start of redline on the gti's or half way through

[10d]

The chipped ones will do 7,000 normally. Depending on tune. It is hard to tell since a non chipped DSG will shift by itself around 6,500. You can ask fellow GTI owners to drive your car to find out.

[Justin Fox]

Ah maybe it's not flashed then, all good. Feels so good as is I'm very hesitant to modify tuning to be honest.

[Cam]

'
Feels so good as is I'm very hesitant to modify tuning to be honest.

"German engineering in da haus.......yah..."
:p :D

Nice mods you've done so far.

[10d]

Enjoy it, dude. Knowing there's an option once you get bored is a good thing.

[Tim]

Just hook it up to a boost gauge or vagcom and you will know if it makes 1 Bar of boost then its been tuned.
Once you have driven a tuned one a standard one will feel slow :D

[Justin Fox]

Also a question for all DSG GTI owners. When you put the car in drive mode (auto mode) and you then hit a paddle on the steering wheel, does it change into DSG mode? Mine does and it surprised me. As soon as I come to a stand still it automatically goes back into Drive/Auto mode.

I know you can use the paddle shifters in Sports Mode on Christina's R32, but Christina says it doesn't do it in Drive Mode?

[Justin Fox]

Once you have driven a tuned one a standard one will feel slow :D
I've driven Tendy's GTI :cool: which I believe is quite tuned, no offence but it didn't feel radically different to my stock GTI, my GT-R on the other hand..... :>:lol:

[jdmyard]

good to see OEM Honda parts work for VW too :)

[Tim]

You just said you didnt know if yours was stock or not so I dont see that as a valid comparison. :D Not offending me. Tendy might get upset if he has spent a lot of cash on a car thats not really quicker than a stock one though :P

No point comparing to your GT-R. Thats in a different league all together!

[nath_mk6]

Also a question for all DSG GTI owners. When you put the car in drive mode (auto mode) and you then hit a paddle on the steering wheel, does it change into DSG mode? Mine does and it surprised me. As soon as I come to a stand still it automatically goes back into Drive/Auto mode.

I know you can use the paddle shifters in Sports Mode on Christina's R32, but Christina says it doesn't do it in Drive Mode?

You can use the shifters in D (and S) and it will revert to 'Manual' mode, if you slow down without shifting, or don't use them for a period of time it reverts back to D automatically.

Thats what my Mk6 does and to my knowledge its the same for all DSGs, but I may be mistaken.

[10d]

You just said you didnt know if yours was stock or not so I dont see that as a valid comparison. :D Not offending me. Tendy might get upset if he has spent a lot of cash on a car thats not really quicker than a stock one though :P

No point comparing to your GT-R. Thats in a different league all together!
Haha. No offense taken. But when JF drive it, he baby it. A stock GTi will run out of puff after 4500 to 5000. A tuned K04 will take it to redline. Kinda like VTEC, JF. :lol:

[Paolo]

that's right don't underestimate the K04 >D

[10d]

that's right don't underestimate the K04 >D
Hahaha. Looks like I got a backing here.

[Justin Fox]

100% Tendy. I never drive other people's cars too hard. Even on track, just can't do it and yes, my car runs out of puff big time at about 4500/5000.

I'll just leave it at this then: I have to now assume that my car is indeed dead stock but having said that, damn I'm impressed! I love it.

- She's plenty fast as is from A-B.
- The DSG shifts 'feel' more aggressive and faster than all R32 DSG's I've driven.
- She's invisible to most.
- She's easy to park into tight spots.
- She's agile and great at taking gaps in traffic.
- She just needs to lose a little more weight ;)

[10d]

100% Tendy. I never drive other people's cars too hard. Even on track, just can't do it and yes, my car runs out of puff big time at about 4500/5000.

I'll just leave it at this then: I have to now assume that my car is indeed dead stock but having said that, damn I'm impressed! I love it.

- She's plenty fast as is from A-B.
- The DSG shifts 'feel' more aggressive and faster than all R32 DSG's I've driven.
- She's invisible to most.
- She's easy to park into tight spots.
- She's agile and great at taking gaps in traffic.
- She just needs to lose a little more weight ;)
Haha. Not to mention illegal. >D
So its a she, eh? Got a name yet?

[stephen8512]

Haha. Not to mention illegal. >D
So its a she, eh? Got a name yet?

Justine Foxx :D

Sounds like a hot porn stars name or sth...lol :D

[Justin Fox]

:lol: no, no name yet. I'm not good with naming my cars actually. Plates, sure, but names? Not really.

[10d]

Haha. Cofi and Suga

[R32Perth]

or Mama (Suga) lol

[nath_mk6]

what about SWTNLO?

[10d]

Nah, had to be Cofi :)
It is the opposite of SUGA.

Black vs White
Turbo vs NA
5dr vs 3dr
Light vs Heavy

Coffee is bitter and Sugar is sweet.

:lol:

[nath_mk6]

well if Suga is sweet and a white car then shouldnt it be something sour or bitter and black to match the car?

I guess coffee is close enough ;)

[stephen8512]

GTAIGH

[kaoticice]

not a name.. but i got an idea for number plate LITE or iLITE possibly :)

[Justin Fox]

Plate's already on order guys, should be here in a couple of weeks.

[random]

just read the whole thread lol i can't believe you stripped out the back of the car basically as soon as you got home... i just can't imagine me ever doing that, but what you are doing look awesome.

[Frenchie]

Nah, had to be Cofi :)
It is the opposite of SUGA.

Black vs White
Turbo vs NA
5dr vs 3dr
Light vs Heavy

Coffee is bitter and Sugar is sweet.

:lol:

haha funny man Monsieur T

A highly anticipated thread Justin. Me likes

[GBJ-R32]

so justin whats the plates say??

[Justin Fox]

You'll all know soon enough :)

I've just put an order in with Ian too for a few things :>

I've set my budget to $10k max on top of the $30k car so I've got to be a little careful with mods. I'll be honest and say that I was seriously considering a full titanium Fujitsubo Exhaust from Japan. It makes only a little more power, less noise that stock but saves a massive 6kg over the stock system. The price translates to $5000AUD and that's without shipping and taxes. I'd expect it to be more like $6500+ landed. That would have blown heaps of my budget so I've erased it from my list of potential mods unfortunately.

I've looked into sway bars from all the manufacturers out there and I've decided to go for the bigger H&R's. They're twice the price of everything else out there. It hurts me a lot to pay so much for these as I've never paid anything close to this for some sway bars on any Japanese cars I've owned in the past but I like that you never have to grease these up (touch wood) and I have to admit I do trust H&R quality.

[windyzz]

100% Tendy. I never drive other people's cars too hard. Even on track, just can't do it and yes, my car runs out of puff big time at about 4500/5000.



Hi justin,

Check your DV revision, it may need a replacement. When i replace mine the boost hold much better and longer.

FYI: My old DV was broken to two pieces :P (creating massive boost leak).

Hope it help

[stephen8512]

as per what windyzz said. I replaced mine with the OEM piston DV. "D" model

[Jig]

I like where you are going with this car Justin. Loosing all that weight so that you can get better laps for a FWD drive car is a good strategy. It can however back fire on you. The stock MKV GTI even when driven hard, does not torque steer which is just amazing compared to its rivals. Having the weight loss however might introduce some torque steer. I dont know, just saying. Putting more power on a car that has had a diet lately will make this car less of a daily driver I would think. Once your done with the weight loss, time to get the suspension sorted out and with the loss of weight and a finely tuned suspension, it could potentially be a good daily car and an excellent track car. NO doubt about that.

Congratulations on your new car.

[Bizi]

How about DADI?

Would look great next to SUGA.

[I'm still astounded by the level of attention, thought, effort not to mention cash that people have lavished on their MkVs on this forum. You know who you are! :D]

[Space Cadet]

[He freaked out hard when she told him it cost $7k, he was going on about that for a bit...

Sorry how much????

[crazyray]

congrats on the purchase...

car is coming along nicely.....

[10d]

Justin, your build page is already 22 pages and still growing!

Talk about expectation!
I'm sure you got some more surprises up your sleeves. :D

[mshl1979]

Justin... should look at this as part of your weight saving project.

Carbon fibre doors / bonnet / boot / fenders
http://www.seiboncarbon.com/test2/images_u/1028200663523PMDD0607VWGTI%201.jpg http://www.seiboncarbon.com/test2/images_u/620200753927PMFF0607VWGTI%201.jpg http://www.seiboncarbon.com/test2/images_u/1152007121959AMHD0607VWGTIB-DV-2.jpg http://www.seiboncarbon.com/test2/images_u/1120200684335PMTL0607VWGTI%201.jpg

http://www.seiboncarbon.com/products.php

[Jig]

I could be wrong but I read somewhere that Seibon parts are not a perfect fit for the Golfs? With CF, it has to be a perfect fit because if you have to force, pry certain angles to get it installed, the CF will be under pressure and will start crack over time. I am happy to be corrected on this though.

[AP]

Justin... should look at this as part of your weight saving project.

Carbon fibre doors / bonnet / boot / fenders
http://www.seiboncarbon.com/test2/images_u/1028200663523PMDD0607VWGTI%201.jpg http://www.seiboncarbon.com/test2/images_u/620200753927PMFF0607VWGTI%201.jpg http://www.seiboncarbon.com/test2/images_u/1152007121959AMHD0607VWGTIB-DV-2.jpg http://www.seiboncarbon.com/test2/images_u/1120200684335PMTL0607VWGTI%201.jpg

http://www.seiboncarbon.com/products.php

Yeah I wanted these parts, But I have been told that the quality is really poor... Justin maybe we could chase Ian to get OSIR do do some bits for us...

[AP]

I could be wrong but I read somewhere that Seibon parts are not a perfect fit for the Golfs? With CF, it has to be a perfect fit because if you have to force, pry certain angles to get it installed, the CF will be under pressure and will start crack over time. I am happy to be corrected on this though.

It must be true Jig because thats what I heared!!

[10d]

Yes, Seibon quality is by far inferior to the OSIR. Saw a few example myself. They simply do not fit.

[MasterKevin]

CF goodies make my pants tight :P haha

[bigwill]

i believe john had some fitment issues with the seibon cf stuff, very poor quality.

[10d]

i believe john had some fitment issues with the seibon cf stuff, very poor quality.

Correct!

[mshl1979]

Does OSIR do doors and fenders as well though?

[AP]

Does OSIR do doors and fenders as well though?

I have asked Ian that he said they could!! I will give him a call today...

[Justin Fox]

Can't do doors guys. I really wanted some for my GT-R but I just can't justify them without some serious side intrusion bars on a weld in roll cage.

I'm really keen on the hatch though, front fenders too.

[10d]

Really? Hatch? You need to replace the glass and all that.
I remember Ian said that OSIR can make the rear hatch.

[Justin Fox]

Replacing glass shouldn't be a problem really.

[AP]

You just do the outer skin on the Golf doors!! Not the complete Door...

[mshl1979]

Justin your car is shaping up to potentially have the same power to weight ration as some of the ECU flashed GTI and Pirellis!!

Love it that you are going in a completley different direction with your car.

[Paolo]

Justin, just a heads up, another thing to think about when you get your turboback is that you will get a CEL. The only way to get rid of it is to upgrade to stage 2 software or attach either a wayne angle block (which is what i have) or o2 spacers to stop it appearing. Just thought you should consider this now before everything comes into play >D

[GBJ-R32]

this is turning out to be AWESOME!! 24 pages already

[Justin Fox]

Paolo I've read about the CEL, can you speak some English? :lol: Tell me exactly what I need to do to get rid of it (if it happens).

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4040/4519352877_225d2523bd_o.jpg

My new plates :)

[SUGA]

NICE! I like!

[10d]

Hahaha. New plates! :cool:

JF, what Paolo was saying:
In order to use your downpipe, without chipping the car, you need to get a Wayne angle pipe or Spacers for your O2 sensor.

[Pharkus]

Hah, can't believe that combo wasn't taken yet. Gratz on the purchase. Oh if your wheels are dirty maybe you can get Christina to clean them?

[SUGA]

I don't think she would be interested?

[Justin Fox]

I really want to paint the silver border on the plates black!

[saad]

If your gonna get a downpipe, may as well get it chipped, otherwise you wont see the maximum gains. A bluefin is only like $700 or so at the moment, maybe even cheaper, which will allow you to unlock some nice power and take advantage of your new exhaust, and improve fuel economy.

[10d]

I really want to paint the silver border on the plates black!

Me think you are doing it now :)

[GBJ-R32]

Nice did u have that on reserve or something.

[stevie]

I really want to paint the silver border on the plates black!

Yes, do it! :P

[Pharkus]

I don't think she would be interested?

Too busy cracking the whip instead?

[Paolo]

Paolo I've read about the CEL, can you speak some English? :lol: Tell me exactly what I need to do to get rid of it (if it happens).

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4040/4519352877_225d2523bd_o.jpg

My new plates :)

what 10d said! seeing as you don't plan to tune your car, the next best option is to order a wayne angle block or o2 spacers and attach them to the downpipe to prevent them from appearing, but like saad explained you gain the most benefits with a tune.

btw very schnazzy plates! you get my approval >D

[scotty1991]

Post a new pic when the borders painted, but from further away :D

[Justin Fox]

Cheers Paolo. I'll look into CEL issues IF I get a CEL. Will paint the borders properly (prep, clean, mask and spray) tomorrow and take better pics (car is dirty!).

[G-rig]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4040/4519352877_225d2523bd_o.jpg

My new plates :)

Nice one Justin, very clean mate.

I was going to get BO085 but it's taken.

[Justin Fox]

BOOBS - So I take it you're a boobs guy then Greg? :lol:

[G-rig]

BOOBS - So I take it you're a boobs guy then Greg? :lol:

Lol yup :p