The great big MK6 Golf 118TSI tuning thread

[Rawcpoppa]

I'm pretty certain most of it will fit.

This is my new favourite thread

Anyways how do you guys feel about tuning that significantly raises the torque output of the 118 engine past the 240 NM rating of the 7 speed dsg?

I'm new to tuning so I have to ask is a new intake worth it? I have other dumb questions lined up if you guys don't mind!


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[The_Hawk]

I had someone rev it for me this evening... it's sort of loud on the oustside of the car now... pretty much sounds like an atmo vent blow off valve... Will post a video when I get a chance.

[Ryan_R]

Anyways how do you guys feel about tuning that significantly raises the torque output of the 118 engine past the 240 NM rating of the 7 speed dsg?

I've been running 320nm of torque for over a year without DSG issues. It's rated for 245nm but that doesn't mean it can't handle more (this has been discussed elsewhere if you search).

[Brendan_A]

This is my new favourite thread

Anyways how do you guys feel about tuning that significantly raises the torque output of the 118 engine past the 240 NM rating of the 7 speed dsg?

I'm new to tuning so I have to ask is a new intake worth it? I have other dumb questions lined up if you guys don't mind!


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I'm not worried about the extra torque as I'm running a manual box.

As for the intake, when your running a stage1 tune it is more noticeable in the top end and helps on a hot day. And the sound is awesome!!

Ask all the question you want. Pretty sure someone will be able to answer it.

[Guy_H]

Actual the "real" torque rating is not on the DSG at all, its really on the dry clutch assembly which (like eveything that runs a wet or dry clutch) becomes one of the "fusible" links.

We have been doing a lot of work on the 7 speed clutch assembly & have learnt a few tricks recently

[Rawcpoppa]

Actual the "real" torque rating is not on the DSG at all, its really on the dry clutch assembly which (like eveything that runs a wet or dry clutch) becomes one of the "fusible" links.

We have been doing a lot of work on the 7 speed clutch assembly & have learnt a few tricks recently

Hey guy don't keep all the secrets to yourself! What's a "fusible" link anyway?


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[Guy_H]

That's the cheap thing that goes POP in-between two expensive things.

[omgolf]

That's the cheap thing that goes POP in-between two expensive things.

Are there any upgrades for the clutch assembly to make it 'less fusible'? :p

[Lucas_R]

I doubt there is without you handing over many of your dollars.

Are there any upgrades for the clutch assembly to make it 'less fusible'? :p

[gavs]

Guy has some interesting info regarding hybrid turbos and tuning, especially in a Fabia RS, don't you Guy?