Mk7 Golf GTI Discussion Thread

[mattaus]

Was the traction control light flashing madly too?

Sorry, I didn't notice

[pepito]

Axle tramp ?


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[mattaus]

Axle tramp ?


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Possibly, but I've never experienced anything like it in a car before so I'm the wrong person to ask lol. Just thought it might be a known issue.

[bobcrusader]

Caught the DSG off-guard? Wrong gear was waiting on the other shaft because you were slowing down, then quickly accelerated, leading to the engine hitting the redline a couple of times before the DSG caught up and changed gear. I've done this a few times to myself.

[mattaus]

Caught the DSG off-guard? Wrong gear was waiting on the other shaft because you were slowing down, then quickly accelerated, leading to the engine hitting the redline a couple of times before the DSG caught up and changed gear. I've done this a few times to myself.

That sounds more like what I experienced. Can't say for sure it was red-lining, but it sounded like something was repeatedly hitting a hard limit. Just much more of a thud than I'm used to. This is the corner it did it on.. Steep, tight, a steering wheel approaching full lock, and a pretty uneven road surface as you exit the corner (living up to Brisbane's high standards). A bit of indecisiveness from the DSG is not too difficult to imagine I guess

[giveway]

Axle tramp ?


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+1 to axle trap. That is the only violent thing I feel in my GTI PP. Rain is here again in sydney and I'm tramping again at the slightest wheel slip.

[wasabiz]

Just bought S2TT paddles (polished black) for my car. It'll arrive here next week, will post picture once it's installed. I hope the investment is worth it

[Dawson]

Just bought S2TT paddles (polished black) for my car. It'll arrive here next week, will post picture once it's installed. I hope the investment is worth it

I've been looking at these, they look pretty good. Will be good to hear your thoughts.

[jake]

Can anyone comment on the diff in the MK7 compared to MK6?
I had a MK6 GTI manual and it was wheelspin city in the wet (especially after it was tuned).
Is the diff in the MK7 any better?
I've read that it brakes the inside front on exit but does it make it better on exit or just feel more intrusive?
Any info appreciated.
Thanks.
P.S. I know the PP GTI has the better diff but am only interested in a manual.

[wasabiz]

I've been looking at these, they look pretty good. Will be good to hear your thoughts.

I've just received words from Race Division that there will be a delay on the paddles

"Good morning Ben, we got a bad news for you. We have just received a note from S2T in the states that they will be making a couple of small revisions to the VW2 design (Mk7) and will begin manufacturing shortly."

Sucks but I guess they're making it better which is a good thing?