Mk7 Golf R Discussion Thread

[Primordial]

By the way - is anyone interested in some Flow Designs V2 Side Splitters for their R?

FLOW DESIGNS AUSTRALIA

I bought them for my car but changed my mind. They're still in the box. Price will be cheaper than the website.

[jonoz]

Anyone looked into replacement side skirts?

"Someone" had a nasty run-in with the kerb that's pretty badly scratched the side skirts. You can't even tell when looking at the car but its more that I know its there.

[Primordial]

Anyone looked into replacement side skirts?

"Someone" had a nasty run-in with the kerb that's pretty badly scratched the side skirts. You can't even tell when looking at the car but its more that I know its there.

It'd likely be cheaper to repair them (sandblast them back and fill the scratches, repaint). If you want to replace them, aftermarket will be substantially cheaper than OEM. Remember to include the cost of prep and paint though, as they will likely come gel-coated or raw.

Rieger Side Skirts for VW Golf, Golf R, GTI MKVII (with Cutout)

[bobcrusader]

Anyone running 245/35 tyres on their 19in Cadiz wheels? Feedback/photos please.

I'll answer my own question. Got Continental ContiSportContact 5P 245/35/R19 fitted today and they fit like a glove. Just enough overhang to protect the rim. Extra 10mm of width at each corner never hurt, but track day on Monday will be the real proof. Pretty quiet so far. And the extra 3.5mm of sidewall also gives a little more comfort and protection. I was a little concerned that 245 is the max recommended for 8in rims, but the ContiSport 5P in 245 on the Cadiz rim look like they were made for each other. No weird bulging, just a nice flat sidewall.

[Mikey1]

I'll answer my own question. Got Continental ContiSportContact 5P 245/35/R19 fitted today and they fit like a glove. Just enough overhang to protect the rim. Extra 10mm of width at each corner never hurt, but track day on Monday will be the real proof. Pretty quiet so far. And the extra 3.5mm of sidewall also gives a little more comfort and protection. I was a little concerned that 245 is the max recommended for 8in rims, but the ContiSport 5P in 245 on the Cadiz rim look like they were made for each other. No weird bulging, just a nice flat sidewall.

Other than a slight improvement in ride quality, were you also looking for an increase in grip? You probably would have got that anyway when upgrading to CSC 5P. It will be interesting to know what difference in speedo error is now. It would surely now read lower than actual. Wheels May 2014 lists actual speed at an indicated 100kph using Bridgestone RE050A tyres as 98kph. Good luck on Monday's track day. [emoji4]

[bobcrusader]

Bit of extra grip was a goal. Mostly to reduce understeer. I expect my speedo to read true now, was 2Km/h over before. But the biggest deciding factor was stock - Bob Jane have been running a promotion and Continental were quoting 6 weeks delivery times. But one store had the 245/35/R19 in stock, and my local guy went and got them. Kudos to Chirnside Park Bob Jane.

[Mikey1]

Bit of extra grip was a goal. Mostly to reduce understeer. I expect my speedo to read true now, was 2Km/h over before. But the biggest deciding factor was stock - Bob Jane have been running a promotion and Continental were quoting 6 weeks delivery times. But one store had the 245/35/R19 in stock, and my local guy went and got them. Kudos to Chirnside Park Bob Jane.

I like your thinking regarding reducing understeer. The new Audi RS3 will have an option to up-spec the front wheels/tyres to 255/30R19 for exactly the same reason.

Regarding speedo error, I have done some research from TireRack.com and it would seem you are spot on. The standard Bridgestone RE050A tyres have a rotation spec of around 817/mile and the Conti's around 805/mile. This would translate an indicated 100 km/h to a true 98 x 817/805 = 99.5 km/h. Close enough to round up to 100 km/h. It will be good to hear about your forthcoming track day experience.

[bobcrusader]

Confirmed yesterday with GPS. Speedo reads 1Kmh over true now. I saw that there is a weekend event at the Island today and a Golf R wagon was running around making 2.06 comfortably. I aim to get under 2mins tomorrow and the tyres and tune should make that possible, so just up to the driver's ability...

[Primordial]

Is anyone interested in some VWR springs for their R?

VWR Sports Springs - VWR31G70R

EDIT: *****SPRINGS ARE NOW SOLD*****

[cbwolf]

Has anyone on here used a piggyback tuning box on their R?

I've previously used DTUK with good results and was wondering if anyone has done it to their R yet? Or similar?

[sekas]

Has anyone on here used a piggyback tuning box on their R?

I've previously used DTUK with good results and was wondering if anyone has done it to their R yet? Or similar?

I use a RDTechnik tuning box on for 30000km and love it, get 3.6/3.7 area for 0-100 and ran 12.4 1/4mile in 34degree heat in Darwins humidity. Although i am upgrading as they will have their live tuning available soon.
As for DTUK on the R, i have not seen a negative review on them and is the most common used especially in england/europe. Go on to vwroc forum tuning section for a good read.


Mk7 Golf R Lapiz Blue | RDTechnik Tuning box and DSG Tune | APR Intake | Throttle box | VWR Springs & Drop Links | P3 Gauge | OZ Wheels

[Primordial]

Has anyone on here used a piggyback tuning box on their R?

I've previously used DTUK with good results and was wondering if anyone has done it to their R yet? Or similar?

I'll be fitting a JB1 in a week or so. Excellent results from these so far in the US. The support from George Smooth (the developer) is second to none as well - hes very active on the forums. JB1 handles upgrades well too, you can use "Map 6" to customise your boost curve and aggressiveness according to your supporting mods.

[beingaware]

I'll be fitting a JB1 in a week or so. Excellent results from these so far in the US. The support from George Smooth (the developer) is second to none as well - hes very active on the forums. JB1 handles upgrades well too, you can use "Map 6" to customise your boost curve and aggressiveness according to your supporting mods.

JB1 is pretty damn good.
For anyone wanting to tune but has a locked out ecu, this is the next best thing.

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[Bigboboz]

I use a RDTechnik tuning box on for 30000km and love it, get 3.6/3.7 area for 0-100 and ran 12.4 1/4mile in 34degree heat in Darwins humidity. Although i am upgrading as they will have their live tuning available soon.
As for DTUK on the R, i have not seen a negative review on them and is the most common used especially in england/europe. Go on to vwroc forum tuning section for a good read.


Mk7 Golf R Lapiz Blue | RDTechnik Tuning box and DSG Tune | APR Intake | Throttle box | VWR Springs & Drop Links | P3 Gauge | OZ Wheels

What mod gave you the biggest pick up in acceleration? Is the tuning box that can be used without other mods or is it a package deal to get the results?

[sekas]

What mod gave you the biggest pick up in acceleration? Is the tuning box that can be used without other mods or is it a package deal to get the results?

Tuning box for sure. Quoted figures of +55HP 90nm so definitely notice the difference. Has a 0-9 dial on it and comes set to 6 with every increase a 4% gain on the base map. So similar to those other brands out there.
If you have the option i would get a proper tune, the only reason i went down the tuning box route was because of where i live.
Intake is more for noise and may help add say 5-10hp.


Mk7 Golf R Lapiz Blue | RDTechnik Tuning box and DSG Tune | APR Intake | VWR Springs & Drop Links | P3 Gauge | OZ Wheels