grambles423
Automotive Engineer
Will be posting updates on VAGer.org. (It seems to be blocked on my work computer. Dont worry Bender!)
Introduction:
Again, I dont know why, but I love posting over here on the MK6 forums instead of the MKV. I was actually a member here before I was a member there, awaiting the launch of the MK6 in America. I believe I joined around June 2009 so theres not much I've missed lol. (Harddriven and Chucktaylor)
The vehicle was purchased back in July by a guy named Jed (User name: TheJakofallTrads). He was a huge supporter of the golfmkv forums and brought a lot of technical insight to the table. He found he couldnt keep spending the money on the car when he never drives it, so enter me. I flew up and met him in Baltimore and drove the car back home in the same day. And if I had the chance to do it again, I would without a shadow of a doubt.
My Mentality:
I frankly am not the one for all show and no go. I value the sleeper look and a very clean vehicle over all. Many would agree on the forums that there are just some basic essential modding they would do, and then call it a day. We all know theres higher priorities in life, but something happened in mine that allowed me to do such a thing.
I was the winner of the 2011 APR BBQ Stage 3 Raffle. I was stoked when I won, however as the days went by, I realized the underlying fact: I DONT HAVE THE MONEY TO SPEND ON SUPPORTING MODS. I talked it over with my wife and found a simple solution. I needed to talk to APR.
After a few emails and PMs to Arin, I asked him this simple question, "Could I swap Stage 3 for K04 and all supporting mods." A day went by and then arrived a very exciting PM:
"We can do K04, Stage 1 Carbonio, Downpipe, FMIC in exchange for the Stage 3 kit"
I was floored. I realized that I still needed to purchase the Stage 2 Carbonio, but that actually just happened as of Sunday through a seller in the classifieds :thumbsup:
So now here I sit. With 4 boxes of APR greatness sitting in my guest bedroom awaiting for install. I plan on installing each part one at a time. That way I know the effects of each modification. (I'm debating doing DP and K04 at the same time, that'll save me a trip to APR HQ)
Vehicle: 2008.5 TSI MKV BMP
Current Mods:
Performance
APR Stage 3 Raffle Winner Traded for K04+Supporting Mods
APR K04 V2.0
APR FMIC
APR Carbonio Intake Stage 1
APR Carbonio Intake Stage 2
APR Downpipe
APR Boost Tap
BFI Engine and Trans Mount
ECS DogBone Mount
Noise Pipe Delete (2011+ Pipe)
Rev D DV
APR Front Sway
APR Rear Sway
MK6 Driver Gear Springs (2DR DSG)
S3 Lower Control Arm Bushings
Hankook Ventus V12 Tires
Centric HP Rotors
Stoptech Street Performance Pads
USP SS Lines
Tyrol Caliper Bushings
Tyrol Rigid Collar Subframe Kit
Unibrace UB
Unibrace RB
Cosmetic
Nokya Yellow FTP and Fogs
AWE Boost Gauge
Detroits
Removed Modifications (This allows users to ask questions about pasts mods)
KDR TSI Grounding Kit
Neuspeed Sport Springs
Bilstein Sport Shocks
Team Dynamic Pro Race 1.2s
Bridgestone Potenza RE-01R
BSH Truseal Intake Stage 1 and 2
AWE Boost Tap
AWE DV Relocate
ST Coilovers
Wolfsburg Front Grille and Fogs
If anyone sees something that is soon to be removed that they might consider purchasing feel free to PM me. I will consider you first when selling.
Thread will be continued..........
Introduction:
Again, I dont know why, but I love posting over here on the MK6 forums instead of the MKV. I was actually a member here before I was a member there, awaiting the launch of the MK6 in America. I believe I joined around June 2009 so theres not much I've missed lol. (Harddriven and Chucktaylor)
The vehicle was purchased back in July by a guy named Jed (User name: TheJakofallTrads). He was a huge supporter of the golfmkv forums and brought a lot of technical insight to the table. He found he couldnt keep spending the money on the car when he never drives it, so enter me. I flew up and met him in Baltimore and drove the car back home in the same day. And if I had the chance to do it again, I would without a shadow of a doubt.
My Mentality:
I frankly am not the one for all show and no go. I value the sleeper look and a very clean vehicle over all. Many would agree on the forums that there are just some basic essential modding they would do, and then call it a day. We all know theres higher priorities in life, but something happened in mine that allowed me to do such a thing.
I was the winner of the 2011 APR BBQ Stage 3 Raffle. I was stoked when I won, however as the days went by, I realized the underlying fact: I DONT HAVE THE MONEY TO SPEND ON SUPPORTING MODS. I talked it over with my wife and found a simple solution. I needed to talk to APR.
After a few emails and PMs to Arin, I asked him this simple question, "Could I swap Stage 3 for K04 and all supporting mods." A day went by and then arrived a very exciting PM:
"We can do K04, Stage 1 Carbonio, Downpipe, FMIC in exchange for the Stage 3 kit"
I was floored. I realized that I still needed to purchase the Stage 2 Carbonio, but that actually just happened as of Sunday through a seller in the classifieds :thumbsup:
So now here I sit. With 4 boxes of APR greatness sitting in my guest bedroom awaiting for install. I plan on installing each part one at a time. That way I know the effects of each modification. (I'm debating doing DP and K04 at the same time, that'll save me a trip to APR HQ)
Vehicle: 2008.5 TSI MKV BMP
Current Mods:
Performance
APR Stage 3 Raffle Winner Traded for K04+Supporting Mods
APR K04 V2.0
APR FMIC
APR Carbonio Intake Stage 1
APR Carbonio Intake Stage 2
APR Downpipe
APR Boost Tap
BFI Engine and Trans Mount
ECS DogBone Mount
Noise Pipe Delete (2011+ Pipe)
Rev D DV
APR Front Sway
APR Rear Sway
MK6 Driver Gear Springs (2DR DSG)
S3 Lower Control Arm Bushings
Hankook Ventus V12 Tires
Centric HP Rotors
Stoptech Street Performance Pads
USP SS Lines
Tyrol Caliper Bushings
Tyrol Rigid Collar Subframe Kit
Unibrace UB
Unibrace RB
Cosmetic
Nokya Yellow FTP and Fogs
AWE Boost Gauge
Detroits
Removed Modifications (This allows users to ask questions about pasts mods)
KDR TSI Grounding Kit
Neuspeed Sport Springs
Bilstein Sport Shocks
Team Dynamic Pro Race 1.2s
Bridgestone Potenza RE-01R
BSH Truseal Intake Stage 1 and 2
AWE Boost Tap
AWE DV Relocate
ST Coilovers
Wolfsburg Front Grille and Fogs
If anyone sees something that is soon to be removed that they might consider purchasing feel free to PM me. I will consider you first when selling.
Thread will be continued..........
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