Tigger73's 125TSI Tiguan Build Thread

[Tiggy1]

Definitely worth having the oil at least. I made the mistake of believing what I read - that you can do it without losing any. Unless you're super quick or super lucky (neither of which was I) you will lose some so best to be prepared. Considering it only holds 300-400ml it doesn't take much of a loss to starve the pump
Obviously that's newer version to what I got (with blue cover) - do you know what the additional benefits are of newer version?
Biggest difference I noticed was smoother/quicker transition of power between axles - none of that feeling of apparent additional gear change when taking off!
Also handling, while by no means rear-biased, is certainly more neutral when pushing it. Although I had springs and lower control arm bushes/alk done around same time which certainly reduced natural understeer tendency as well.
Be curious as to how yours will feel given you've had all that done already so will be used to the handling and be able to notice the difference more. Certainly makes for nice neutral/safe feeling 4 wheel drifts when on the limit ( as I discovered at recent track day)

[tigger73]

Hmm thanks guys. Looks like it might be best to wait until I have some Haldex oil and do the oil change at the same time.


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[Ramee]

Hmm thanks guys. Looks like it might be best to wait until I have some Haldex oil and do the oil change at the same time.


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Go to local VW now!! All you need is 1L of bottle which will cost around 60 AUD. Usually they have in stock.

Anyway you can do it with minimal oil loss if you are quick and do the refill later...

Oh I forgot to tell, you need a small piston style pump to pump oil in to the Haldex unit. You can get one from Supercheap.

[Tiggy1]

What - $60?! I got quoted about $90 thru VW when I tried getting it, so ended up getting it through ECS for about $40 (with a few other bits to make the freight worthwhile) but then had to wait a couple of weeks all the while praying I wouldn't destroy anything with not having enough oil in there!
Pump is good idea, but I managed by just using the tube it came in - like silastic with nozzle and built in plunger. Stuck it one of those dispenser guns and did the job.....
Obviously they are now selling it in 1l bottle, whereas the tube I got was "oneshot" deal with just the right amount. Either that or turkey at dealership either wasn't aware of or didn't want to sell it in the bottle

[Ramee]

What - $60?! I got quoted about $90 thru VW when I tried getting it, so ended up getting it through ECS for about $40 (with a few other bits to make the freight worthwhile) but then had to wait a couple of weeks all the while praying I wouldn't destroy anything with not having enough oil in there!
Pump is good idea, but I managed by just using the tube it came in - like silastic with nozzle and built in plunger. Stuck it one of those dispenser guns and did the job.....
Obviously they are now selling it in 1l bottle, whereas the tube I got was "oneshot" deal with just the right amount. Either that or turkey at dealership either wasn't aware of or didn't want to sell it in the bottle

Yeah I got 1L bottles around 60 AUD. And my haldex unit drank more than 300mL. More like 600 to 700 mL of oil. Are you sure you put the right amount in there ?

My Haldex oil part number VW-G060175A2. Exact price is 69.25 for 1L bottle. Sorry about the confusion

[desvejk]

In the best of all worlds I'd love a full size spare on the Tiguan.

I though about modifying the existing boot area for a full size wheel but rejected it because I carry a fridge and pantry storage for camping. Imagine taking all that out in the event of a flat!

My solution was to stay with the existing space saver but to place it in a upright position to the side. This means I can get to the spare without moving my fridge.

The fridge and the pantry occupies the area taken up by the space saver wheel and substantially increases the amount of usable space!!! This is a big advantage for me.

To get a full size wheel I have attached one to my Cub Off-Road camper trailer on Cub’s utility arm. In fact I have two spares - one for the Tiguan and one for the Cub. This has an added advantage of lowering the ball weight on the Tiguan for towing, so it’s a win win situation.

Admittedly when I don’t have the Cub camper with me I’m back to the space saver only. On balance, I believe this is a reasonable solution.

I’ve done lots of outback travel with the Tiguan and it’s a fantastic tow vehicle and handles rough roads extremely well. The includes the Flinders Ranges, the Savannah Way, Outback Queensland and many bush tracks.

As far as value for money and comfort goes the Tiguan and Cub camper trailer is great for travelling.

The Tiguan is a solid 4WD with only low clearance limiting it’s performance.

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[Transporter]

Nice solution.

You could also put the spare tyre on the roof for the long trips when you don't tow the trailer.

[pologti18t]

You could invest in a puncture repair kit....

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All CX5s have a space saver.

[desvejk]

I have one - A good idea.

An air pump is also a necessity.

[Ralphs]

Thanks for this link and for sharing. Great idea and good work.

I just don't understand though; how when an owner can do this .... why can't VW engineer it that way out of the factory? Even if the full size cost more at least have it available.