What have you done with your Polo so far (and today)

**danielv10** · 22-08-2016, 09:27 PM

Originally Posted by JB007

I was at fast stuff today and Dean extracted the software for my DSG and ECU tune. It is the OEM+ is the new harding performance tune. It claims basically the same the power and torque outputs as the APR tune. So the tune is apples for apples. Not sure why you heard it was down on the APR stuff.

How are you finding the OEM+ tune so far? I have been getting the itch again...

Staying on topic, recently changed the front headlight bulbs to Philips Xtremevision +130, changed interior lights to LEDs (wayyyy brighter than stock), and a complete wash, clay and wax job.

**Frazza** · 22-08-2016, 11:03 PM

Hey is there a Polo GTI tricks and tips page, somewhere that has a list of any cool and hidden features people have found

**heath55** · 22-08-2016, 11:04 PM

Originally Posted by JB007

I was at fast stuff today and Dean extracted the software for my DSG and ECU tune. It is the OEM+ is the new harding performance tune. It claims basically the same the power and torque outputs as the APR tune. So the tune is apples for apples. Not sure why you heard it was down on the APR stuff.

I got that from Harding performance themselves...quoted 180kw and 300 something of torque - can't remember exactly, not a huge difference, only a few kw..

**DubSteve** · 23-08-2016, 10:39 AM

Originally Posted by heath55

I got that from Harding performance themselves...quoted 180kw and 300 something of torque - can't remember exactly, not a huge difference, only a few kw..

How much did you pay for it? I want to do it to my Polo and probably the DSG tune as well.

Considering the 6C has 143KW and it jumps to 180 is pretty good, with a full exhaust and intake you would almost push 200 possibly?

**JB007** · 23-08-2016, 12:32 PM

I am at fast stuff atom waiting for the tune to be flashed in. So I cannot comment on if it's good or bad yet. I will check with Dean what the actual expected gains are. As for pricing guys best to give them a call a negotiate your own price. but I would suggest budget for say $2200 for both DSG and ECU tune. I wil post up up in few days or so after I have it and give a basic overview of the tune and how the DSG is. One thing I would say do both DSG and ecu tune if you have the auto. Manual cars just hook straight in guys.

**JB007** · 23-08-2016, 03:56 PM

Originally Posted by heath55

I got that from Harding performance themselves...quoted 180kw and 300 something of torque - can't remember exactly, not a huge difference, only a few kw..

You are correct Faststuff stated a 39kw gain from stock. I think the APR tune is a 41kw gain. 2kw is not worth splitting hairs over.

**green_comet** · 24-08-2016, 10:26 AM

I'm surprised more people aren't looking at the BMS JB1 Performance Tuner for the 6C. It seems pretty awesome for the price, with the added benefit of being easily removed and supposedly untraceable.

I know piggybacks and flash tunes each have their own pros and cons, but I just can't get my head around how loading some software onto the ecu costs $1200+. I'd understand if it was a custom tune and your car needed dyno time, but when it's just an off the shelf map that pricing seems pretty crazy to me.

We also have a Focus ST which I was looking at flash tuning, for $500us + shipping I can get a Cobb Access Port loaded with off the shelf tunes. It's a shame there's not something similar available for the Polo, as they offer one for the MK6 Golf GTI. The Polo GTI not being sold in the US really stuffs up the availability of aftermarket performance parts.

**JB007** · 24-08-2016, 06:01 PM

I do not think everyone is confident in using the tuning tool. It easy enough to flash tunes in but making tune changes seems to put ppl off.

**JB007** · 24-08-2016, 06:05 PM

Originally Posted by danielv10

How are you finding the OEM+ tune so far? I have been getting the itch again...

Staying on topic, recently changed the front headlight bulbs to Philips Xtremevision +130, changed interior lights to LEDs (wayyyy brighter than stock), and a complete wash, clay and wax job.

After a day of driving and 200 clicks later the car feels great. The new power is really noticeable and the pulling power of his thing is crazy. The DSG tune is brilliant. The entire package just works much better. If you are on the edge about getting the polo tuned, then get off it and get it done. Wheel spin is a much more common thing when exiting tight corners under heavy throttle inputs. I am really happy thus far.