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  • #61
    Probably the only thing I will do is tweak the handling.. Anti Roll bars to assist cornering and (maybe) down the track, I'll take a look at suspension mods.. I don't really want to try and get more HP with exhaust mods.. In fact.. If I'm getting 300HP, then that suits me just fine..

    Originally posted by Mac135 View Post
    So 300bhp is going to run to around 225kw. Provided its usable and, it sounds like it is from your initial drive, then its going to be pretty potent. Are you adding other mods to accompany the Revo?


    ---------- Post added at 10:10 PM ---------- Previous post was at 10:06 PM ----------

    Oh and I think a short shift adapter would be $$ well spent.. The travel is a bit on the long side

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    • #62
      I would generally agree with you. 300 is about the same as i have in the 135i. Don't need anymore for driving around town ie the car won't be tracked.

      As long as there is a strong pick up and mid range then i'd be v happy. Did you look at other than Revo eg APR?

      As you can see my car is still some time away so it is good to learn from the guys with cars on the road. At this stage i think my mods would be limited to

      Stage 1 remap
      Suspension upgrade k & w DCC kit perhaps
      Also fitting storage unit and covered cup holders for fitting by the dealer prior to delivery

      Anyway still have lot's of time to think, read and consider
      Scirocco: Indium Grey, DSG, pana roof, Sat/Nav, Dynaudio, VWR springs and APR stage 1. Now sold
      Arriving April 17 Audi S3 sedan, Panther black, S-tronic, PP2, pano, matrix lights, assistance pack, 40:20:40 seats, mirror pack, light inlays

      Tiguan: Tiguan 162TSI, DAP and pano in Habanero

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      • #63
        I have been thinking about the Stage 1 Remap but what has happens to the warranty?

        APR - High Performance Development for Audi, VW and Porsche Vehicles.

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        • #64
          Originally posted by preeman View Post
          I have been thinking about the Stage 1 Remap but what has happens to the warranty?

          APR - High Performance Development for Audi, VW and Porsche Vehicles.
          You'll void the warranty on the entire drive train.

          Hence why I'm going for Viezu. At least with V switch I can revert to stock program before each service or warranty claim if need arises.

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          • #65
            Originally posted by why_999 View Post
            You'll void the warranty on the entire drive train.
            It will only void the warranty if a failure can be attributed to the tune... The same as if you fit a CAI or Dump Pipe.... but don't rely on what any of we weekend warriors say in here... talk to your preferred tuner.. Guy Harding for APR for instance as these guys will be able to give you the more definitive answer.
            Candy White Scirocco R DSG with Panoramic Sunroof and RNS510 Sat Nav, tint
            Cup Rear Spoiler, VMR V718 GM rims, APR Tuned, Brembo 6 pot BBK, Eibach Pro-Kit springs, Low line RVC, Exhaust flap delete

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            • #66
              Andy,

              you are on the money.. this conversation has been had over and over.. a Stage 1 ( if thats how you want to refer to it ) is a remapping exercise and bang for buck the best spend on your Turbo vehicle and the safest. Warranty is a tricky area to navigate, but I was with the crew out at the drags yesterday and there is a fellow there who has had a HADEX failure on the rear wheels( which prevented him entering, however he has what some might call a stage 3 and when he went back to VW they asked him what mods he had, he told them and they said fine and the HALDEX is being fixed under warranty.

              The tuners themselves are going to skirt around answering directly as it is not a cut and dried answer and even those offering some warranty/insurance of their own create an interesting situation as to who actually will agree which caused the issue if it comes to that.

              There are some big names out there and I recommend you do a bit of research on tuning first, my tips are make sure whoever you decide can offer after sales service, preferably local and actually understands technically what is going on with the tune. For me the most important aspect was getting a Dyno readout of the promised figures, I know I got what I paid for
              Current Ride: MY 16 Daytona Pearl Grey Audi S3- Performance Pack 1, Sunroof and Driver assist

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              • #67
                SilvrFoxX

                I see you are around the hills area (I am guessing Castle/Baulkham hills?), any chance of a meetup? Would love to feel the diff in the car. I am usually at the Virgin Active gym 5 nights.

                MJ

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                • #68
                  Yeah thats around the corner from me.. I don't get home till late.. weekends are better.. also if you want to see what it can do there needs to be less traffic around
                  Current Ride: MY 16 Daytona Pearl Grey Audi S3- Performance Pack 1, Sunroof and Driver assist

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                  • #69
                    We can work something out, I am usually at the gym from 8 till 9.30 PM

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                    • #70
                      Originally posted by SilvrFoxX View Post
                      Andy,

                      you are on the money.. this conversation has been had over and over.. a Stage 1 ( if thats how you want to refer to it ) is a remapping exercise and bang for buck the best spend on your Turbo vehicle and the safest. Warranty is a tricky area to navigate, but I was with the crew out at the drags yesterday and there is a fellow there who has had a HADEX failure on the rear wheels( which prevented him entering, however he has what some might call a stage 3 and when he went back to VW they asked him what mods he had, he told them and they said fine and the HALDEX is being fixed under warranty.

                      The tuners themselves are going to skirt around answering directly as it is not a cut and dried answer and even those offering some warranty/insurance of their own create an interesting situation as to who actually will agree which caused the issue if it comes to that.

                      There are some big names out there and I recommend you do a bit of research on tuning first, my tips are make sure whoever you decide can offer after sales service, preferably local and actually understands technically what is going on with the tune. For me the most important aspect was getting a Dyno readout of the promised figures, I know I got what I paid for
                      There was also plenty of discussion in the Ford XR5 forums as well on the same issue.. a couple fo guys had what can only be considered catastrophic failures yet the engines were replaced under warranty... and they had swapped back to "standard" mapping using a handheld device but Ford still knew there had been a tune installed... the manufacturer can go pretty deep into the firmware when they need to.

                      It is also important to have a Tuner who is willing and able to sort issues out and get your tune back when VW load a new version with some minor bug fixes etc... it does happen and there have been plnety of people who are left without their $1000 plus tune because it was done in Qld and they are in NSW etc...

                      Do your homework well people..
                      Candy White Scirocco R DSG with Panoramic Sunroof and RNS510 Sat Nav, tint
                      Cup Rear Spoiler, VMR V718 GM rims, APR Tuned, Brembo 6 pot BBK, Eibach Pro-Kit springs, Low line RVC, Exhaust flap delete

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                      • #71
                        Ordered WV Racing Sports Springs and the Whiteline Antilift Kit from Rennenhaus
                        MY12 Scirocco R - slightly not stock :rolleyes:

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                        • #72
                          SilvrFoxX
                          Did I see you drive past the gym tonight around 7.30PM?

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                          • #73
                            I think Ian from Rennenhaus might chime in soon with some updates on his mods............just sayin.
                            2017 Ford Fiesta ST the go kart

                            2015 Audi SQ5 bi-turbo V6 TDI family hauler

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                            • #74
                              Umm. I'll take any of these three. Preferably the third one

                              HPA Motorsports Inc. Products: Scirocco
                              Scirocco R - Candy White / DSG / Panoramic Roof / RNS510
                              Mods - HPA ECU & DSG Stage 2 / VWR Racing Intake / Akrapovic Slip-On Titanium Tips / Milltek DP / HPA Mounts / Superpro LCA / H&R Sport Springs / VMR V710 19x8.5 / Michelin PSS 255-35

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                              • #75
                                Package for my wife's Scirocco R arrived today from Rennenhaus



                                Volkswagen Racing Scirocco Sports Springs



                                Will wait until we get the front lip protection sorted before installing them for her but it should fix the stance nicely.

                                Cheers Al
                                Last edited by quozl; 20-03-2012, 02:48 PM.
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