help me with my VW upgrades

[pmoa]

I have a platinum gray jetta GLS 1.8T .....Looking to upgrade....what should i do first? or would anyone like to take over my lease so i can get a new car?

 

[fs5]

you want to modify your jetta or get a new car?
I suggest you talk to someone over at atpturbo.com, you can get 350hp in that car easy.

 

[Aharami]

upgrade your suspension first. thats the best upgrade you can do. i suggest going with koni adjustable shocks and neuspeed sport springs

 

[halik]

chip it!
my friend just spent 450 on a new fuel map that gives his GTI about 240hp

 

[Quixfire]

Paint your rotors & pads.

 

[Aharami]

Originally posted by: halik
chip it!
my friend just spent 450 on a new fuel map that gives his GTI about 240hp

thats gonna significantly reduce the gas mileage of the car. but 240hp...damn!!!

 

[KEV1N]

Swaybars

 

[m2kewl]

Originally posted by: Quixfire
Paint your rotors & pads.

paint the rotors and pads...HA!

 

[JRS4224]

neuspeed cat back exhaust

 

[GasX]

Originally posted by: Aharami

Originally posted by: halik
chip it!
my friend just spent 450 on a new fuel map that gives his GTI about 240hp

thats gonna significantly reduce the gas mileage of the car. but 240hp...damn!!!

not to mention all of the problems associated with running rich over the long haul

 

[CChaos]

Oh I'd say suspension, chip, intake, and exhaust for starters. I really need a new suspension and wheels myself but I'm just too damn cheap.

 

[ckk81]

Originally posted by: pmoa
I have a platinum gray jetta GLS 1.8T .....Looking to upgrade....what should i do first? or would anyone like to take over my lease so i can get a new car?

u will get better answer from HERE!!!

 

[JYDog]

Originally posted by: Quixfire
Paint your rotors & pads.

You mean paint the calipers.

I'd do a mild body kit and suspension with coilovers.
Then later upgrade the engine.

 

[BeauJangles]

do some suspension work and add in swaybars as someone else stated. Definately will have a huuuge improvement almost immediately.

 

[BeauJangles]

check vwvortex.com for ideas, btw

 

[pmoa]

thanks fellas.....i just wanted to see if AT had some modders out there. I think i may do my suspension and my wheels next. I want some mille miglia 17's just to fill the wheel well some more.

 

[NutBucket]

Originally posted by: Mwilding

Originally posted by: Aharami

Originally posted by: halik
chip it!
my friend just spent 450 on a new fuel map that gives his GTI about 240hp

thats gonna significantly reduce the gas mileage of the car. but 240hp...damn!!!

not to mention all of the problems associated with running rich over the long haul

Not really any problem since you're upping the boost significantly. The bigger problem is how long that engine is going to live with the boost increase.

 

[pmoa]

yeah dont wanna chip yet....car is still under warranty

 

[PaNsyBoy8]

chipping your car will actually increase gas milage. as for mods, i would say, do suspension first, a rear sway bar will definately help, lower your car a bit, if you don't want to deal with a lowered car, shine street racing makes a performance setup that doesn't lower the car much if at all, but ur car handles a lot better. exhaust, depending on what you want, i would stay away from neuspeed, some good companies would be eG solid's exhaust or Miltek if you want quiet GHL if you want loud, Techtonics tuning if you want cheap. a downpipe would also bring you some nice gains in hp, there's a very cheap one on ebay ppl have been trying out. if you don't plan to upgrade ur turbo, go with a 2.5in turboback exhaust, u'll definately feel the power difference. an upgraded diverter valve also helps a bit, if you want to go all out, you can go with an turbo upgrade, atp and apr make some nice kits, atp being the cheaper of the two but lacks a little when it comes to software. if you have anyquestions pm me or surf the vortex

 

[boomdart]

Seriously...

Programmed computer/upgraded "superchip"
Hi flow fuel injectors/fuel pump/fuel pressure regulator
Gapless piston rings
Oversized valves
MSD 6A Ignition w/ blaster 2 coil
If 5spd get an ACT2600 clutch
New shocks, strut bars, control arm, springs, bushings, etc (just changing shocks will not make your car handle better; only to a small degree)
Cold-air intake (true cold air, not warm air conical filter)
Underdrive pulleys
Exhaust headers, catalytic converter, exhaust piping, muffler (2 1/2" and hi-flow cat)
Larger throttle body
Tougher motor mounts
Forged pistons for higher compression
High performance camshaft
Engine balancing

Take your pick...

Edit; As far as handling goes, higher performance tires will not only increase handling capability but also acceleration. I suggest Cooper Cobras for their blend of performance/ride comfort/cost. But there are many other brands that are better for either of the reasons.

 

[thomsbrain]

Originally posted by: fivespeed5
you want to modify your jetta or get a new car?
I suggest you talk to someone over at atpturbo.com, you can get 350hp in that car easy.

yeah until the coil packs fail. bwahahahahaha.

 

[JulesMaximus]

Originally posted by: boomdart
Seriously...

Programmed computer/upgraded "superchip"
Hi flow fuel injectors/fuel pump/fuel pressure regulator
Gapless piston rings
Oversized valves
MSD 6A Ignition w/ blaster 2 coil
If 5spd get an ACT2600 clutch
New shocks, strut bars, control arm, springs, bushings, etc (just changing shocks will not make your car handle better; only to a small degree)
Cold-air intake (true cold air, not warm air conical filter)
Underdrive pulleys
Exhaust headers, catalytic converter, exhaust piping, muffler (2 1/2" and hi-flow cat)
Larger throttle body
Tougher motor mounts
Forged pistons for higher compression
High performance camshaft
Engine balancing

Take your pick...

Edit; As far as handling goes, higher performance tires will not only increase handling capability but also acceleration. I suggest Cooper Cobras for their blend of performance/ride comfort/cost. But there are many other brands that are better for either of the reasons.

Complete waste of money.

 

[NutBucket]

Originally posted by: JulesMaximus

Originally posted by: boomdart
Seriously...

Programmed computer/upgraded "superchip"
Hi flow fuel injectors/fuel pump/fuel pressure regulator
Gapless piston rings
Oversized valves
MSD 6A Ignition w/ blaster 2 coil
If 5spd get an ACT2600 clutch
New shocks, strut bars, control arm, springs, bushings, etc (just changing shocks will not make your car handle better; only to a small degree)
Cold-air intake (true cold air, not warm air conical filter)
Underdrive pulleys
Exhaust headers, catalytic converter, exhaust piping, muffler (2 1/2" and hi-flow cat)
Larger throttle body
Tougher motor mounts
Forged pistons for higher compression
High performance camshaft
Engine balancing

Take your pick...

Edit; As far as handling goes, higher performance tires will not only increase handling capability but also acceleration. I suggest Cooper Cobras for their blend of performance/ride comfort/cost. But there are many other brands that are better for either of the reasons.

Complete waste of money.

How often is modding a car not a complete waste of money?

 

[MercenaryForHire]

Originally posted by: Quixfire
Paint your rotors & pads.

Don't forget to stretch your tires too, that's worth 0.05g on the skidpad and 1.7s in the quarter

How about you sell the grocery-getter and buy a car that's actually supposed to go fast?

- M4H

 

[Stifko]

You can put a golf front end on it and make it a getta, or is that only with mk3s ?