Rozza's New 147 Tiguan

[ethosguy]

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The only negative at the moment would be the slight lack of engine response, as the DSG slushbox is taking a little getting used to...

Probaably not right to consider DSG as a 'slush'-box...always mechanically engaged...no hydraulic torque converter to slush.

[PaulRozza]

paul,
you'll find Simon at Autowerks really helpful.
i was in the other day having the oil changed on the 911 and they were doing a re-map on a Mk6 GTi. there is a special on at the moment and you get all the extra features for the standard price, you can also have a test re-map done to see if it works for you,
might see you there as my 147 is delivered this friday, finally

thanks epiolt, will be calling Simon Wednesday to see when I can get the ECU remap done. I'm interested to know what the typical run-in km's would be? I was thinking that a remap on a brand new Tig would not be totally sensible, and maybe there should be a few km's on the clock before upgrading the power? Again, this thread is from a noob's perspective when it comes to performance enhancement, so that's why I'm asking the question.

I've managed to scratch up 600 or so in the first few days, but I was thinking a nice 1,500 or so, or am I mislead as these engines are built to be modded immediately? what are your thoughts?

[PaulRozza]

Probaably not right to consider DSG as a 'slush'-box...always mechanically engaged...no hydraulic torque converter to slush.

Thanks ethos, read: new VW guy, and not 'mechanically inclined!!!' though I see the funny side. Interestingly, I'm coming from having 310kw's on tap, to 147kw's...so the only way I can describe the 'lag' in the Tig is a sense of 'slushiness'

I'm sure (and have been told repeatedly) that the Stage 1 ECU remap will take care of a large part of this 'slushiness' (notice I am now calling it slushiness - not slush per se), but I am also fully aware that I am opening pandora's box here (team_v, I'm sure you'd agree!!!) as from what I can tell, mods are like tattoos, once you start it's incredibly hard to stop. Just ask my wife who is PO'd as I am incessantly surfing for possible mods one week into ownership. And I've got an R arriving in a few months as well!!!

[ethosguy]

btw PaulRozza, nice garage.
No DSG in the R?

[PaulRozza]

btw PaulRozza, nice garage.
No DSG in the R?

Yes, sorry, corrected in sig...not to mention the 2008 Polo GTi in the garage as well (can't quite fit it in the sig for some reason).

[PaulRozza]

OK, I've spent quite a few hours trying to find some decent body mods for the Tig. I like the clean lines and sharp looks as is, but let's face it, there are more and more of these beauties on the road, and a vehicle needs its individuality...

Other than the VW factory bits (spoiler?) available as an after market accessory (is this even available in Australia?), I've struggled to find anything even half decent other than concept photos. I did however, finally stumble upon the LL Tek Motorsports modified Tig I think I like it!!!

This has now made it onto my list of modifications. Does anyone know if this is available locally through an official importer / distributor? Looking at pricing, it appears to be around US$5,500 or so for the full kit including rims.

[jb747]

Nice Tig.

My understanding was that the Tiguan DOES NOT have the DSG gearbox, but rather a normal torque converter automatic.

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Nice Tig.

My understanding was that the Tiguan DOES NOT have the DSG gearbox, but rather a normal torque converter automatic.

the new ones do, the old ones don't.

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... the LL Tek Motorsports modified Tig I think I like it!!!.

yep looks great. I'd just go for the front spoiler and rear valance, skip the roof spoiler - looks goofy IMO, and not 100% on the flared wheel arches (would have to colour code them if I got them). Also needs to be lowered to get the full effect, but it's my choice.

Keep us informed if you have any luck sourcing it into Australia - I'm sure you'd be the first




BTW, anyone isntalled the "Sprint Booster"? http://www.lltek.com/volksgate/html/...ter_for_vw.htm

[PaulRozza]

BTW, anyone isntalled the "Sprint Booster"? Sprintbooster tuning accessory for VW Volkswagen cars a gas pedal performance upgrade

Noticed that mod as well, looks interesting...seems to be a simple plug and play mod...& available for the Tig as well:

SBVW1001S | VW TIGUAN | Manual | 2008+ | All Gas & Diesel Engines
SBVW1002S | VW TIGUAN | Automatic/DSG | 2008+ | All Gas & Diesel Engines

Modern ECUs have a memory function (also referred to as an Adaptive Driving Program) inasmuch as your vehicle becomes accustomed to your driving habits and conditions. The Sprint Booster alerts your ECU that it should always be ready for the gas pedal to be "punched" and that when this happens it will deliver.