Mk4 GTI model changes 1999-05

[Fizz]

dont mean to hijack, but does anyone know if the later model linkage can be put in an early model?

is this on the shifter end or gearbox end?

Its tricky as the gearbox end as well as the shifter end would need to be replaced as they completely different 2 the later models. I was told that a shifter kit may fix some of the issues like it being a bit sticky from 1 to 2nd and that notchy feeling when shifting. But i actually like the clicking into gear the later models don't do this and just slide into gear.

[csimpson]

Cheers fellas, looks like I'll probably be looking for a 1999-ish model since I like features and I'm not too fussed about MY.

How much would you expect to sell a 1999 GTI for? NSW, manual. I only ask because the price varies so widely between sellers and sites.

Edit: Also, generally what price am I looking for with

* New clutch (if I go chasing power/chipping) & install
* Front and rear strut braces
* New rear exhaust section

Doe VWWC have a for sale section?

[csimpson]

Ooh, here's a question for you. About what RPM does the turbo properly spool up? And what's the cruising RPM at 110?

[ranton-inc]

dont mean to hijack, but does anyone know if the later model linkage can be put in an early model?

is this on the shifter end or gearbox end?

you would have to do the whole thing.

including gear box.

[SoVeReIgN]

Ooh, here's a question for you. About what RPM does the turbo properly spool up? And what's the cruising RPM at 110?

By 2k its really pulling - If its chipped you'll get a real hit at about 3500 aswell.

3000rpm = 120km/h, 110 is about 2800 or so.

[HOLEIN1]

you would have to do the whole thing.

including gear box.

on the gearbox side of things, what needs to be changed? just the linkages?

[fuzion]

1999/2001;-

Genuine Recaro's
Full Size Alloy Spare
Sunroof was standard
VR6 Style Linkages on Gearbox / Shifter linkages as mentioned
No Trip Computer (Half MFD)

2002 & mid 2002 onwards;-
Aero Wipers
Chrome Boot Struts / Chrome Engine Strut
Sunroof [optional even 95% of them had it]
Steelie Spare
Generic Recaro's (not as up bolstered as much; changed due to cost / complaints)
Suspension a tad softer as well
Half MFD (trip computer etc)

Thats about all i can remember that i found between the black gti and my red one (black being late 2000) and mine being 2002.

Theres other things but i forget.. lol

[SoVeReIgN]

Are these the leather Recaros? They look gorgeous :p

Edit: Hmm, maybe they're not.



These are though, as far as I'm aware (though they haven't really been looked after).

P.S Is there a rule about image-hosting here?

These are the leather buckets in the A3, and without a doubt they'll be the same ones that were optional on the GTi.

[csimpson]

What's max stock boost on the GTI, and boost after, say, a GIAC chip?

PSI or BAR, either is OK.

[DUB 20V]

1999/2001;-

Genuine Recaro's
Full Size Alloy Spare
Sunroof was standard
VR6 Style Linkages on Gearbox / Shifter linkages as mentioned
No Trip Computer (Half MFD)

2002 & mid 2002 onwards;-
Aero Wipers
Chrome Boot Struts / Chrome Engine Strut
Sunroof [optional even 95% of them had it]
Steelie Spare
Generic Recaro's (not as up bolstered as much; changed due to cost / complaints)
Suspension a tad softer as well
Half MFD (trip computer etc)

Thats about all i can remember that i found between the black gti and my red one (black being late 2000) and mine being 2002.

Theres other things but i forget.. lol

my 2004 gti never came with silver bonnet struts or boot struts, i had to buy it all as after market, lol cost me a packet and never came with areo wipers either also had to buy them,

[SoVeReIgN]

What's max stock boost on the GTI, and boost after, say, a GIAC chip?

PSI or BAR, either is OK.

Stock is anywhere between 5 and 10 pounds afaik - A GIAC chip will bump that up to about 17psi (max), few more little mods and you can bump it up above the 20s but the turbo starts to get out of its efficiency range.

[csimpson]

Does the GTI have a boost gauge standard?

[ope126]

Does the GTI have a boost gauge standard?

No it doesn't...

[Fizz]

but it isn't hard 2 fit one nicely and neatly

[wu4evers]

Stock is 0.6 bar, APR is 0.95 bar something. Sorry dunno the GIAC