How do I make a MK11 GTI go faster?

**Ricky D** · 16-07-2010, 05:09 PM

what is the best way to make my Australian Golf faster without putting a VR6 in it?

I have been told they are un-tuneable.

Will removing the catalitic converter do anything?

**Stiggy_21** · 16-07-2010, 05:13 PM

K&N air filter, i havent done it but people seem to like em

**Jarred** · 16-07-2010, 05:13 PM

Originally Posted by Ricky D

..Will removing the catalitic converter do anything?

get you in big trouble if you get caught without it....

Assuming you car is standard, i'd start off with a mk 3 2l down pipe and decent exhaust (inc a bigger/high flow cat) and maybe a good air filter.

If you want to work the 8V a bit, common mods are 2L bottom ends with big valve heads & bigger throttle bodies. UK ECU's are meant to throw more fuel into the mix too. Apparently you can fit a bigger MAF on there too (from a 5 series BMW I think)

A 16V would be nice, as they already make a bucket more power than our 8V's, standard!

**Jace** · 16-07-2010, 05:17 PM

Poor mans power modifications... Strip weight where ever you can!

**sports racer** · 17-07-2010, 01:28 AM

You've got about 98hp with the Aussie spec motor. A 2litre engine swap brings it up to around 110 which is similar to UK spec 1.8l motors but with more torque. Add the Mk3 downpipe and you've got a few more hp and more torque. You should be able to do this for under $500. Add a decent cam and some bigger valves and you're getting enough horsepower to start having fun without spending too much.

While you have the exhaust pulled apart hit the cat a few times on the ground to dislodge all the rusted out bits which will help with the airflow.

Cheers

Paul

**VwJunkie** · 17-07-2010, 09:43 AM

I run a K&N, catback exhaust, 276 cam and HD valve springs, its alot faster than a stock mk2, the most restrictive part is the exhaust manifold though. Either bin the car or just get a metal vr6 one when you get the manifold done mate

**ryana89** · 18-07-2010, 09:07 AM

Originally Posted by Jarred

get you in big trouble if you get caught without it....

My 1992 MK2 lacks a cat, but it passed roadworthy?

**VwJunkie** · 18-07-2010, 12:09 PM

Do they do emission tests in qld? you only need a cat if your car is built after july '88

**ryana89** · 18-07-2010, 07:38 PM

I just had a read over the rules of QLD's emissions tests.
From what I read of the QLD transport website, if your cars emissions are poor, you are 'suggested' to get it checked.