Hi from supercharged R32 :)

[QuickR32]

For Australian R32's we need the Euro-Spec version - the primary difference is that the GIAC software is different and it costs a bit more because VF need to essentially pay a royalty to the UK guys who helped to modify the software for our non-USA cars.

Unfortunately our Australian cars are slightly different to the Euro/UK cars and the kit does need a few minor mods to get the piping fitted properly. I had Mark's Workshop in Perth do the initial install and he did a great job.

For us in Austrtalia/NZ, a significant cost is the freight as the supercharger itself is quite heavy and for the Stage 2 kit, the intercooler is reasonably large in volume.

VF are no longer making/selling the Stage 3/4 supercharger kits for the Golf R32 as they had problems with those blowers and fitment issues which unfortunately made them a bit unreliable. I have actually been to VF-Engineering and met with Nik, Jeff and the team and saw their new turbo kit for the R32 - very nicely made and will also use GIAC software. You can see the dyno charts and other info on VWVortex and it uses a water-air charge-cooler. HPA have also announced a new set of kits based around a similar approach and both kits will be launched at Waterfest in the USA shortly.

Lots of fun
Steve

[Treza360]

For Australian R32's we need the Euro-Spec version - the primary difference is that the GIAC software is different and it costs a bit more because VF need to essentially pay a royalty to the UK guys who helped to modify the software for our non-USA cars.
Unfortunately our Australian cars are slightly different to the Euro/UK cars and the kit does need a few minor mods to get the piping fitted properly. I had Mark's Workshop in Perth do the initial install and he did a great job.
For us in Austrtalia/NZ, a significant cost is the freight as the supercharger itself is quite heavy and for the Stage 2 kit, the intercooler is reasonably large in volume.
VF are no longer making/selling the Stage 3/4 supercharger kits for the Golf R32 as they had problems with those blowers and fitment issues which unfortunately made them a bit unreliable. I have actually been to VF-Engineering and met with Nik, Jeff and the team and saw their new turbo kit for the R32 - very nicely made and will also use GIAC software. You can see the dyno charts and other info on VWVortex and it uses a water-air charge-cooler. HPA have also announced a new set of kits based around a similar approach and both kits will be launched at Waterfest in the USA shortly.
Lots of fun
Steve

Thanks for the info mate. Very interesting and lots of food for thought.
A few more questions. How reliable and useable is the kit for everyday use? Also do you have some good photos of the pipework, install, intake etc. Interested to see how it all fits together in the car. Also do you have to remove the washer bottle or is it just relocated?
Cheers,
Trent

[goodfella]

I have been eyeing off the VF supercharger kit for my bora...ecs tuning have them for $4k + $370 shipping... hmmmmmmm

[geoff_gti]

Welcome Steve! Good to see another WA Golfer on board Nice pics, where was that hillclimb one taken?
I think you've been spotted several times too if you have a look through some older posts.

[MattyT]

ITS YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Finally!!!!

My how the rumors and whispers have gone around about the mythical supercharged R32 marauding around in perth somewhere.

Please for the love of all that is holy, you must come on a cruise with us soon!!

Welcome aboard

[runamuk]

Welcome to the forums mate, would be great to see you at German car day on the 27th.

[geoff_gti]

ITS YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Finally!!!!

My how the rumors and whispers have gone around about the mythical supercharged R32 marauding around in perth somewhere.

Please for the love of all that is holy, you must come on a cruise with us soon!!

Welcome aboard

And to think you doubted those who believed hahaha

[QuickR32]

Hi Matty, thanks for the awesome welcome - yes the mythical supercharged R32 in Perth is real In fact truth be known there are 2 although I haven't formally met the other owner.

Runamuk, the German car day sounds good - we will try and make it to kings park on the 27th.

The hillclimb pic is at Mt. Ommaney in Northam. The WRX club hires the road once or twice a year and we do 'driver training' there. We also do this for Collie, Barbagello, AHG etc.

Trent, to answer a few of your questions:-
The kit is certainly useable every day although it really depends on what you're used to and what you're prepared to put up with. The supercharger whine is a little noisy mostly at idle but I like it. My R-spec tires are probably the noisiest thing on my car as I don't have a spare set of rims/road tyres and the K&W V3's are set up for track so fairly harsh on the road.

In terms of reliability, the VF kit is a very tight fit and this makes it prone to a few problems which made it a bit challenging in the beginning. Things like the main intercooler pipes which are actually a special plastic, great for heat reduction, but they do need to be checked as they can pop out. Getting the supercharger belt tight enough and at the right tension is also challenging especially because our HIDs in Australian/Euro R32's are right up against where the S/C needs to go. The first couple of months these little things did drive me a bit nuts but once they were sorted it is just awesome fun and touch wood it has been really nice and stable for the last few months.

I have heaps of pics as I have pulled the entire kit in and out about 3-4 times to fix various small fitment issues and because I am no mechanic, I recorded each key step so that I would remember where bits went Rather than post them here, I might pop them up on a small website in the next few weeks and then post a link for those who are interested. The washer bottle is actually replaced by a different once, supplied in the kit.

Cheers to all
Steve

[gti vr6]

Can these be fitted to the MkIV Bora 2.8l?

Yes, a member on vask.org.net has one here in NZ

[DubSteve]

I say holy **** and welcome one of a kind mate

[Tim]

I say holy **** and welcome one of a kind mate

Yes. definately one of a kind. Except for the other couple going around

[Treza360]

Trent, to answer a few of your questions:-
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Cheers mate. Lots of food for thought now.
No more questions for the moment unfortunately. I'm sure they will come though. A website of pics would be awesome.

[qsilverza]

Isnt ECS american ? Just remember there are quite a few differences. Probably better to get someone to build a kit up for you.

I have been eyeing off the VF supercharger kit for my bora...ecs tuning have them for $4k + $370 shipping... hmmmmmmm

[gimp1]

OMG dude, that made my keyboard sticky


i absolutly love it mang..

good work

[JVLR32]

HI and very nice! good to see your having the real fun with the car