Mk6 Golf R Tuning Questions

[mozzatron]

Hi Guys

I picked up an ex demo Golf R a couple of months ago after having a nightmare with an R32 which i bought from a VW dealer. Had numerous issues which resulted in them taking it back 3 months later and swapping for the Golf R.

Anyhow, loving the new car. It's DSG and i'm looking to get it tuned. Preferably something that is reversible in case of warranty issues.

The research i've done suggests that most Stage 1 tunes offer the same kind of performance increase. Not sure at this stage if i will delve deeper into Stage2/3 so i'm just wondering if anyone can recommend a decent tune from a trustworthy dealer that's well priced (Trust being the key word after my horrific dealings in the past). I'm based in Sydney (Inner West)

And for those that have tuned their Golf R's, are there any issues that may arise from having a stage 1 tune?

If i go for Stage 2 or 3 is it possible to reverse those in case of warranty issues?

Cheers in advance

[Cantgiveyouthat]

I have a Viezu v-switch that was used on my 6R. Stage 1 and happy to recommend it. Lots of options though and no doubt others will chip in (lol).

[mozzatron]

Thanks for the recommendation, how much did that set you back?

Have been quoted $1,275 for an APR tune by Volksmuller

I have a Viezu v-switch that was used on my 6R. Stage 1 and happy to recommend it. Lots of options though and no doubt others will chip in (lol).

[Cantgiveyouthat]

I paid $1k. It plugs in over the obd port and takes a read of the ecu and provided two boost settings, it's sitting in my wardrobe and I'd be happy to let you have it for a couple of hundred. It also does an update of the dsg sport and normal settings. Normal is beefed up and sport is softer. I really liked it. You could try it first and see if you like it. Let me know if it's any interest. I'd check that Viezu would provide you full support first though.

I have not heard of many complaints about APR gear and that price seems a lot less than it used to be. I have heard a few bitches about the APR personnel, for what it is worth. There are plenty of tuning topics in this forum you can read up on. I'd push a bit harder on the price; they can't be selling so many these days.

Good luck

[boltor]

I paid $1k. It plugs in over the obd port and takes a read of the ecu and provided two boost settings, it's sitting in my wardrobe and I'd be happy to let you have it for a couple of hundred. It also does an update of the dsg sport and normal settings

Don't want to get in the way of helping out a fellow R owner, however aren't the vSwitches locked to the specific car? ie: after first use (and downloading the stock map), I don't think you can swap cars without a reset of the unit (via Viezu or the OEM of the loader itself). The stage 1 maps (vRace or vTrack) are specifically locked to the car which the base / stock map came from. Definitely would be best to check with Viezu directly.

[AdamD]

You will want to search / read through the Tuning and Performance section for plenty of information on the many tunes available.

[mozzatron]

Thanks for the info guys

Cantgiveyouthat - i will have a think about it mate, thanks for the offer. Will get in touch with the company and see if i will get support and what needs to be done.

Is there anyone in Sydney with an R tune that would be willing to let me come for a spin to see how it feels? From the research i've done, the GIAC tunes seem to be one of the more aggressive options which appeals to me - anyone have any comments on this?

[Cantgiveyouthat]

Don't want to get in the way of helping out a fellow R owner, however aren't the vSwitches locked to the specific car? ie: after first use (and downloading the stock map), I don't think you can swap cars without a reset of the unit (via Viezu or the OEM of the loader itself). The stage 1 maps (vRace or vTrack) are specifically locked to the car which the base / stock map came from. Definitely would be best to check with Viezu directly.

That is correct as far as I am aware.

[Cantgiveyouthat]

Thanks for the info guys

Cantgiveyouthat - i will have a think about it mate, thanks for the offer. Will get in touch with the company and see if i will get support and what needs to be done

No problem.

[drad81]

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[mozzatron]

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Cheers, replied

[staryknight]

I have just decided on a tune for my car after shopping around for the past few months trying to decide who was going to be the best value for money and offer good support. Have finally decided on DNA Tuning who are a forum sponsor, Lucas who has a Golf R has a long and detailed thread on his tuning/mod experience and its well worth a read if you are just starting to consider tunes. I will post a thread later once I've got my tune up and running and let you know my experiences in detail.

[mozzatron]

Thanks for the info i'll check that thread out.

Look forward to hear how you get on with your tune!

[mozzatron]

Just reading this DNA thread - did you go for the mild or aggressive stage 1 tune?

http://www.vwwatercooled.com/forums/f171/dna-tuning-australias-golf-r-audi-s3-tuning-information-72668.html

I have just decided on a tune for my car after shopping around for the past few months trying to decide who was going to be the best value for money and offer good support. Have finally decided on DNA Tuning who are a forum sponsor, Lucas who has a Golf R has a long and detailed thread on his tuning/mod experience and its well worth a read if you are just starting to consider tunes. I will post a thread later once I've got my tune up and running and let you know my experiences in detail.

[Lucas_R]

Cannot speak highly enough of DNA and John from Melbourne who is the distributor of DNA here in Oz. I have both my Mk6 R and Mk6 GTI tuned with DNA, and my friend has a Mk5 GTI tuned with them too.