Sharkie's TSI Amarok Build

[Sharkie]

So the 2wd Amarok is 4wd now?

Not quite, almost there. Just a progress update

Front bits are now done ... new aluminium sump, front diff (serviced too) and FR and FL driveshafts in. Sump clearance was probably the most complicated issue so far.

All electrics from the donor is ready to go in with all required control units plus entire gearbox/transfer case/rear diff loom. Next major mechanical items are transfer case and rear driveshafts.

[Sharkie]

Major progress milestone achieved ...

TDI gearbox (used) on the way into Big Red


TDI gearbox and transfer case (and propshaft) fitted



Big Red is now driveable again as the TDI box does not have a 3rd gear synchro issue (still in 2WD but with all 4WD hardware fitted). Next up is the electronics.

[lloydus67]

Coming along nicely lukas


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[TSOTSI]

Looking good Yster,

Maybe I should do a V6 swop like in brazil LOL in the single cab.

but welldone on work.

[EZZA]

How's the build coming along?

Took a light '4wd only' track in the 2wd TSI Rok the other day, was happy with how it handled it but did make me think of your build and how 4WD and low range would be nice at times.

[Sharkie]

Been playing with adding CarPlay to BigRed lately.

1st attempt was a RCD340 Pro/G with a classic style (RNS510 shape and size) and a 6.5" screen. This worked well and had full integration to the MY14 Amarok's systems as necessary. The angle of the screen in the Amarok is a pain and 6.5" is getting to look a bit small but the real pain is the front placing of the only USB port that you need to connect your phone to. A cable detracts from the look and a wireless dongle sits right there in your face.

Then ...

2nd attempt was a new-to-market RCD880Pro with an 8" screen. It is an OEM VW radio from China and has a rear USB port as well as a front. Using the rear port means no unsightly wireless adaptor. Looks pretty good and full interaction with all onboard electronics.

Testing front USB


End result - wireless CarPlay bigscreen VW OEM radio for a 2014 Amarok

[Lucas_R]

Nothing looks or works quite as well as an OEM solution. Nicely done. Having a wireless Carplay system and a decent sized screen really modernises the car doesn't it.