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| Golf GTI / R / R32 |
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196 | 0.02% |
| Impreza WRX / STi |
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133 | 0.01% |
| Mazdaspeed 3 |
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92 | 0.01% |
| Veloster Turbo |
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20 | 0.00% |
| Focus ST |
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149 | 0.01% |
| Other Hot Hatch |
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230 | 0.02% |
| Elantra GT |
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1000001 | 99.92% |
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If you go with a dedicated winter set, the 17's off a TDI or lower spec GTI will fit on the R. Clearance will be tight but it absolutely works and tires will be quite a bit cheaper.
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Aug 24, 2017 15:34
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fknlo posted:If you go with a dedicated winter set, the 17's off a TDI or lower spec GTI will fit on the R. Clearance will be tight but it absolutely works and tires will be quite a bit cheaper. Yeah it looks like they have wheels and winters in a 17 that they claim will fit also.
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Aug 24, 2017 16:11
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Kanish posted:Speaking of tire chat, anyone in the Maryland, DC, Philly area in the market for winter tires? I have a set of Blizzaks and 17" steelies I used for a year before I sold my Focus ST. Post this up in the Focus/Fiesta ST Trader Maryland Facebook group, I'm sure you'll get a hit. https://www.facebook.com/groups/728566210556545/
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Aug 24, 2017 16:18
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Any RS owners have tips for winter wheel deals? I'm waiting for a set of the 18" ST oem wheels to pop up on craigslist.
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Aug 24, 2017 16:37
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wolrah posted:There is no such thing as voiding the entire warranty. Even if you were to fully replace the drivetrain, everything not affected by that change remains covered as normal. VW will flag your car if you flash it, even if you go back to stock before taking it in -- the ECU has an internal flash counter. A JB1/4 will not be detected in a VW, but BMW does throw 'shadow codes' for them. I know you're saying there is no such thing but I would strongly recommend you look around the MK7Golf forums before saying that as fact. They do refuse to cover powertrain issues if the car was found to have been modified in some cases. big crush on Chad OMG posted:It won't "void" your warranty or any of that other nonsense people post without knowing how car warranties work. If you install it correctly it doesn't throw any codes or flags. Mine triggered limp mode occasionally when it was really cold out as the car was way overshooting requested torque or when it was really hot it would trigger overboost protection since the car was trying to add more boost to make up for the heat, this stopped happening after the car spent some time learning. The flashes will also do this, in some cases, especially APR. Long story short, if you leased the car or if you value the warranty then stick with a JB1/4 and downpipe until you're outside your warranty. I put almost 30k on my car before I got rid of it, 29k of those with a JB1/DP. I did use the warranty and I am glad I didn't flash. Also, don't attempt to use a downpipe without a JB1 or tune, the car runs like poo poo. BlackMK4 fucked around with this message at 17:35 on Aug 24, 2017 |
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Aug 24, 2017 17:21
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fknlo posted:If you go with a dedicated winter set, the 17's off a TDI or lower spec GTI will fit on the R. Clearance will be tight but it absolutely works and tires will be quite a bit cheaper. BlackMK4 posted:VW will flag your car if you flash it, even if you go back to stock before taking it in -- the ECU has an internal flash counter. A JB1/4 will not be detected in a VW, but BMW does throw 'shadow codes' for them. Ford doesn't have a flash counter as far as anyone's been able to determine, but they do have a key cycles since last reset counter which resets when you flash it. If that is unusually low it triggers a more in-depth investigation. quote:I know you're saying there is no such thing but I would strongly recommend you look around the MK7Golf forums before saying that as fact. They do refuse to cover powertrain issues if the car was found to have been modified in some cases. wolrah posted:Aftermarket parts and modifications which take the vehicle outside of manufacturer specifications can be grounds to deny warranty claims if they are plausibly related. The poster I was responding to has clarified their position, but there are a LOT of people out there who honestly believe that flashing the ECU means that you lose warranty coverage on the entire car, no matter what.
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Aug 24, 2017 20:38
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JB1 IS NOT detected in a GTI. Don't be an idiot and take it out before you service it and unplug the battery while installing it, which is all of 5 minutes once you figure it out. If voiding warranty is off the table, this is absolutely something you should do if you actually intend on enjoying the car. The people spreading rumors is not applicable to the VW GTI. The argument comes on whether waiting to do a real flash, which gives you power to do fancier stuff, is more of a drivetrain warranty voiding than anything, and that's only a question the first 30k
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Aug 24, 2017 23:40
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5y/60k on powertrain glad we've had a page of back and forth over something i'm still not interested in
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Aug 24, 2017 23:43
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BraveUlysses posted:5y/60k on powertrain I was actually kind of interested in it.
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Aug 25, 2017 00:31
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EAT FASTER!!!!!! posted:Wow the Tyre Rack plan seems surprisingly painless. It's super easy and I've had dedicated winter wheels and tires for every car I've owned this century. Get them shipped to home if you want to do it yourself, get them shipped to a garage if you want them to do it.
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Aug 25, 2017 12:25
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I've always lived in apartments and having someone else store and mount them is A+++++ convenience wise.
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Aug 25, 2017 14:36
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Doing an OTD at Waterford hills next weekend. Swapping to ATE 200 fluid, time to see if my brakes and cooling system can keep up with the MRX power level. Last vdynos I ran (tune is still in revision) is showing about 255-260 whp and similar torque. A touch more lag than I would like, but I plan on swapping downpipes and buying a used manifold and trying to port it. Less restriction on the exhaust side should speed up spool a bit. Very fun to drive, but I bet it will be harder to be smooth around Waterford. Very tight track.
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Aug 25, 2017 20:57
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Etrips posted:Is this legitimate? If I recall correctly, the jb1/jb4 doesn't actually push anything outside of stock parameters, so it doesn't actually do anything that would show up. TD1 is the magical flag that will basically nuke your turbo/engine warranty, and is caused by any sort of actual ecm flash. As far as tires and wheels, go, dropping down to 17" brings prices way down and give you that little extra sidewall for those invisible potholes that crop up in the winter. Which tires do you currently have on the car? Depending on how much tread life they have left and how much you actually drive, it might be worth just using them up during the summer then getting a proper summer when you come due for tires. I'm assuming you have 18s on the car right now. Mine with 17s vs 19s.  
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Aug 26, 2017 00:11
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xsf421 posted:Any RS owners have tips for winter wheel deals? I'm waiting for a set of the 18" ST oem wheels to pop up on craigslist. I got the winter wheel package with mine when I bought my RS. Living in northern Indiana I knew I'd need them and having a dedicated set of winter wheels was very appealing. Plus the Pilot Alpin PA4 tires are probably only second to Nokian Hakkepelitas as far as being the best winter tires money can buy.
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Aug 26, 2017 01:17
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Huge_Midget posted:I got the winter wheel package with mine when I bought my RS. Living in northern Indiana I knew I'd need them and having a dedicated set of winter wheels was very appealing. Plus the Pilot Alpin PA4 tires are probably only second to Nokian Hakkepelitas as far as being the best winter tires money can buy. Agree on the PA4s. These got my Cayman through a Wisconsin winter better than my old GTI on all-seasons DWSes.
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Aug 26, 2017 14:39
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PaintVagrant posted:Doing an OTD at Waterford hills next weekend. Swapping to ATE 200 fluid, time to see if my brakes and cooling system can keep up with the MRX power level. Nice. Waterford isn't too hard on brakes at least since the straights are so short. Do you have anything to monitor coolant or oil temps?
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Aug 27, 2017 11:43
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Larrymer posted:Nice. Waterford isn't too hard on brakes at least since the straights are so short. Do you have anything to monitor coolant or oil temps? Yeah it seems harder on tires than anything else to be honest. My first run there was on stock all seasons, they howled like mad. I will monitor temps w the Cobb AP.
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Aug 27, 2017 12:58
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We'll have to get new tires for the RS since I got a staple in the rear right and at 12k miles 4 autox two track days I don't think just buying the rear replacement makes sense at this point. Thinking about Michelin Pilot Sport 4S anyone have any other options for track and daily commuting duties.
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Aug 27, 2017 18:59
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PaintVagrant posted:Yeah it seems harder on tires than anything else to be honest. My first run there was on stock all seasons, they howled like mad. I will monitor temps w the Cobb AP. I need to try and make it there to at least one event this season. I think I'd be fine with my current aggressive street pads (and some new fluid which I still need to swap over with the SS brake lines). Doing any more events this year? Suburban Dad fucked around with this message at 20:40 on Aug 27, 2017 |
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Aug 27, 2017 20:32
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KidDynamite posted:We'll have to get new tires for the RS since I got a staple in the rear right and at 12k miles 4 autox two track days I don't think just buying the rear replacement makes sense at this point. Thinking about Michelin Pilot Sport 4S anyone have any other options for track and daily commuting duties. PS4S are my next tire once my Cup 2s are toast. Also, did you post a pic of the staple on Facebook? Cause I might have replied to it with the secret goon club question.
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Aug 27, 2017 20:34
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Larrymer posted:I need to try and make it there to at least one event this season. I think I'd be fine with my current aggressive street pads (and some new fluid which I still need to swap over with the SS brake lines). Doing any more events this year? I think I'm going to do the HPDE at gridlife (ginger man) in October. I have to check the rules though, I don't have a tow strap and they might require one.
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Aug 27, 2017 20:45
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PaintVagrant posted:I think I'm going to do the HPDE at gridlife (ginger man) in October. I have to check the rules though, I don't have a tow strap and they might require one. I'm sure your OEM tool kit has a tow hook, and I'm sure buying a second OEM one would be like $15.
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Aug 27, 2017 20:49
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BlackMK4 posted:I'm sure your OEM tool kit has a tow hook, and I'm sure buying a second OEM one would be like $15. It does not 
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Aug 28, 2017 16:05
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BlackMK4 posted:I'm sure your OEM tool kit has a tow hook, and I'm sure buying a second OEM one would be like $15. For some stupid reason the Fords don't have a factory tow hook.
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Aug 28, 2017 17:21
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wat.
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Aug 28, 2017 17:24
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Are you sure? My RS has one.
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Aug 28, 2017 17:28
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KillHour posted:Are you sure? My RS has one. It's possible that the RS is the only Focus that has one since for the US market it's the only Focus built in Saarlouis and it has a few euro-market features.
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Aug 28, 2017 18:07
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Huge_Midget posted:I got the winter wheel package with mine when I bought my RS. Living in northern Indiana I knew I'd need them and having a dedicated set of winter wheels was very appealing. Plus the Pilot Alpin PA4 tires are probably only second to Nokian Hakkepelitas as far as being the best winter tires money can buy. In hindsight, I should have picked up the snow package. Managed to snag a set of 18" FoST wheels with TPMS sensors for $100 each yesterday though, so now I just have to find some tires.
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Aug 28, 2017 18:09
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KYOON GRIFFEY JR posted:It's possible that the RS is the only Focus that has one since for the US market it's the only Focus built in Saarlouis and it has a few euro-market features. That seems kind of crazy - do they not expect ST owners to track them?
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Aug 28, 2017 18:13
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poo poo, it's not even about tracking, it's about getting the thing onto a flatbed without bending something under the car.
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Aug 28, 2017 18:17
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My ST owning friend tells me he did not have a tow hook when he bought his and had to purchase his own. Bought brand new too.
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Aug 28, 2017 18:30
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BlackMK4 posted:poo poo, it's not even about tracking, it's about getting the thing onto a flatbed without bending something under the car. they're so reliable they'll never need to be on a flatbed 
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Aug 28, 2017 18:33
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KYOON GRIFFEY JR posted:It's possible that the RS is the only Focus that has one since for the US market it's the only Focus built in Saarlouis and it has a few euro-market features. I believe that this is the case. The Euro FiSTs seem to have the cutout on the bumper where you'd expect, but the US market models do not and have to drill the crash beam to install an aftermarket one: http://www.fiestastforum.com/forum/threads/4428-Piercemotorsports-Front-Tow-Hook-Kit I assume the same is true on the FoSTs.
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Aug 28, 2017 18:42
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Wow, lame.
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Aug 28, 2017 18:50
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Can confirm my RS came with a tow hook, lug nut key, fuel funnel, air compressor and can of fix-a-flat.
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Aug 28, 2017 20:44
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Huge_Midget posted:Can confirm my RS came with a tow hook, lug nut key, fuel funnel, air compressor and can of fix-a-flat. did it have the seatbelt cutter and the small fire extinguisher and the hi-vis vest too loving Belgium
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Aug 28, 2017 21:43
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KYOON GRIFFEY JR posted:did it have the seatbelt cutter and the small fire extinguisher and the hi-vis vest too No, but there's space for them under the rear carpet! 
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Aug 28, 2017 21:48
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Huge_Midget posted:Can confirm my RS came with a tow hook, lug nut key, fuel funnel, air compressor and can of fix-a-flat. Where is your lug nut key because I don't see one and I know I have the locked rims.
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Aug 28, 2017 23:03
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KillHour posted:Where is your lug nut key because I don't see one and I know I have the locked rims. It was in a plastic baggy with a card that has the barcode for the lock pattern. It looks a lot like a socket wrench socket.
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Question: I'm picking up an AccessPort for my RS from a former RS owner. According to him it has the standard OTS Cobb tunes as well as a Tune+ 91 and 93 tune. Is there anything I need to know or do before I flash the ECU in my RS? Should I do a baseline data log? This is the first time I've ever done something like this to a car, and while I work in IT and am used to doing things like BIOS updates and firmware updates, its still slightly unnerving to do it to my $40k car. His car was a 2016 RS, mine is a 2017 RS. I'll find out more on Wednesday when I pick it up but his car was bone stock, as is mine. Should I be fine running those maps or do I need to pony up another $350 for my own custom tune? I might add more bolt ons down the road, but it will stay stock for the foreseeable future.
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