Golf R Observations and Questions

**Candyman** · 14-01-2013, 05:28 PM

Originally Posted by SilvrFoxX

Don't do it CM

Looking at options for the moment, nothing finalised.

**brimway** · 14-01-2013, 05:30 PM

For anyone contemplating a DSG tune, this is my observation. Harding Performance did the tune last week and I have driven about 200ks since.

I wasn't interested in the increased LC RPM, but was looking for an inprovement in sport mode behaviour and less unwanted early up changes.

I can report that the tune has transformed the way the DSG behaves. Before, it felt like it was in some incredible hurry to get into 6th gear. Many, if not all, of you will know what I'm talking about. Now, sport mode can be used in normal urban driving, 5th at just under 60K/hr.

The up changes in S or D are faster and the down changes are more in keeping with what the car is doing re spped/load etc.

It is so good, I find that I am not using the paddles as much as before the tune. Well worth the money.

**Ryan_R** · 14-01-2013, 07:07 PM

^ +1

Also I'll raise you 25.5k for the R, Candyman

**SilvrFoxX** · 14-01-2013, 07:13 PM

It's CW the depreciation on it will be much worse.. $50 max

CM, don't even look at options, there are none

**Candyman** · 14-01-2013, 08:04 PM

Originally Posted by SilvrFoxX

It's CW the depreciation on it will be much worse.. $50 max

CM, don't even look at options, there are none

The Merc I spoke about is almost ready. I need to seriously look at options.

Either to offload the R or keep it as a second car. Not sure we need it if this other car arrives.

**vale46** · 14-01-2013, 08:38 PM

Originally Posted by Candyman

Anyone noticed a slight clunk coming from the front suspension when going into reverse

Not gearbox. Sounds like front right.

Car goes in for service next week so will let them know but wondered if anyone else had heard this

Bit early for LCA bushes ?

Mine does that too Candy. Sounds/feels like from around control arm...

**Candyman** · 14-01-2013, 08:44 PM

Originally Posted by vale46

Mine does that too Candy. Sounds/feels like from around control arm...

Good to know its not just my lemon.

Will see what the dealer finds on Friday.

I know the LCA bushes on the GTI were rubbish. Maybe the Rs are the same.

**vale46** · 14-01-2013, 08:50 PM

Haha. Keep me posted mate. I think I may have read a thread regarding it on either this or another forum. Can't seem to find it.

Loose or too small a bolt rings a bell? Could be wrong.

**Candyman** · 14-01-2013, 09:14 PM

Originally Posted by vale46

Haha. Keep me posted mate. I think I may have read a thread regarding it on either this or another forum. Can't seem to find it.

Loose or too small a bolt rings a bell? Could be wrong.

Could be it mate

Another thing to add to the list.

Also have the whining DSG noise but typical 1st gear stuff. Suspect it is normal.

Gotta love VWs. Will be my last one.

**Allegiance** · 14-01-2013, 10:00 PM

Originally Posted by Candyman

The Merc I spoke about is almost ready. I need to seriously look at options.

Either to offload the R or keep it as a second car. Not sure we need it if this other car arrives.

What Merc you getting?

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