The 5 BEST Modifications for the Golf R ~ Do THESE First!

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If you plan to modify Golf R, GTI, Alltrack, or even a VW golf, these are the mods I feel are the best first mods to make. These mods are pretty affordable, improve the car greatly, and make driving an owning the Golf R all around better. Even if you plan to further modify the Golf R, you have to start modifying somewhere. I think these are the best first modifications you can make.
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@JDRoblox 4 жыл бұрын

I HAVE A BLACK MK7.5 R AND IM SO GLAD I FOUND YOUR CHANNEL! GREAT VIDEOS! KEEP THEM COMING PLEASE!

@reality150tv 2 жыл бұрын

Love your channel and how you take the time to walk us through what is going on. I watch quite a few other mechanic style channels, I find a lot is skipped over or not well explained with most channels. It goes from step a to step c and i am left wondering what happened between them. I feel like this is as close as it gets with having editing for time and what not to actually watching someone do it in person. Thx for sharing your in depth knowledge of the automotive industry with the rest of us!

@tfaubus 4 жыл бұрын

it's hard to resist modding an enthusiast car that is still under warranty

@jenniferg4913 4 жыл бұрын

Lol tell me about it!

@AiR1DaN 4 жыл бұрын

I told myself I was going to enjoy my GTI through the warranty period. That didn't last very long..

@murgero1 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, we all do it and we all accept the risk. Just dont take it to the dealer. Find a qualified local mechanic that works on german stuff.

@AiR1DaN 4 жыл бұрын

@@murgero1 I live in Germany so, that portion is covered 😂

@murgero1 4 жыл бұрын

@@AiR1DaN Brilliant. Tell them to make this Golf R available here in NA with a freaking moon roof. We can't get that option here!

@nicoagaton3102 4 жыл бұрын

I need to save this video for later in the future

@HumbleMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

You can set up a playlist for "liked" videos and it will live there.

@scotts6702 4 жыл бұрын

Love you info! questions: 2017.5 GTI sport. Arizona. 1. What size is factory RSB? Whats a great size to upgrade to? 2. Are intakes worth it or needed for stage 1? 3. IE tune. ( or other) Im not savvy or confident to self tune. Which type of shop could handle it? THANKS so much !

@raysears5439 4 жыл бұрын

@@scotts6702 1) Not sure 2) From my understanding, it's not necessary 3) I know some tuning companies like apr have locations where they'll do it for you but you could also give your local shop a call :)

@Sm00th-0perator 4 жыл бұрын

Nico. I did just the same :.) This guy knows what he is talking about.

@jstoli996c4s 4 жыл бұрын

I just did~

@timothybracken1728 3 жыл бұрын

I love this channel, best mechanic on youtube hands down. Super friendly and as someone who doesn't know anything about cars I learned a lot from you!

@HumbleMechanic 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

@stevenaziz 2 жыл бұрын

There are just sooo many crispy, satisfying clips in this video of that bumblebee yellow Golf R. I’m drooling.

@michaelbarrett3312 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love your videos. I just got my first GTI. Your videos are awesome, informational, and so magically dangerous for me to watch. I've looked around a bunch without a ton of luck, what are your feelings on the JB4 vs a stage 1 tune? I'm overly paranoid about my sweet sweet warranty. I also had no idea about the oil pan, def going to get an alltrack pan and the rear sway bar.

@bigkw2389 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid! I have a 15 R lapiz blue. Bought it used , bought new tires continental extreme contact. Next I'm going in for 60k service, 1+ tune and maybe a inlet and intake. Wouldn't mind if the exhaust was louder though. Love these vids keep em coming. You're my go to for golf r info . Thanks

@Sijray21 4 жыл бұрын

i personally LOVE the Euro Aspherical mirror lenses. It really makes the side mirrors more usable. I had it on my MK6 GTI and it was one of the first things i did to my new-to-me mk7.5 R

@leonardyoung2126 Жыл бұрын

Looking to buy a golf soon, your channel is a God send. Thanks for the tips!

@n9wox 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent lighting in the garage for the video. Attention to detail. 👍

@kokekan75 4 жыл бұрын

I’d also recommend the racing line r600 cold air intake as it looks stock and has a great sound, as well as the silicone air intake tube and inlet elbow. Definitely notice the performance difference. Aluminium shifters. Definitely APR stage 1 ECU and DSG tunes.

@Pikachu-om4pc 6 ай бұрын

I want to get one, but scared to hydrolock cos of heavy rains.

@Strata1R 4 жыл бұрын

awesome stuff. i'm totally getting the rear swaybar upgrade as i do track it. speaking of took this car to Road America (big power track with long high speed straights and heavy braking areas) and I can confirm the stock brakes are excellent even for track use. very little brake fade and pedal feel stays strong!

@j_white1305 4 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to seeing what you go with for wheel/tire upgrade!

@BobMaltbie 3 жыл бұрын

Waiting patiently--sort of--for my first Golf R MK8 for track duty. Great videos!

@alexchapman8313 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I’d love to see a video on the power outlet change.

@msp213 4 жыл бұрын

So glad I found this channel. Looking to get a Golf R and your info is awesome.

@HumbleMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.

@carolynekeeler 4 жыл бұрын

The absolute BEST part of this video is the little hand waving from the backseat 8:52 into it.

@jimbojimson 4 жыл бұрын

Well this is interesting, I literally just bought a Golf R two days ago and here you are putting up a video specific to it 😮

@thequanhitsback9088 3 жыл бұрын

I know this is late but if you haven’t done any exhaust mods yet, wether it be a down pipe or whatever, the resonator delete is totally worth it.

@richardhughes601 2 жыл бұрын

My Golf R flew up a Gulch during a rough snow storm here in CO. People where parking their cars downhill and walking up to their homes whilst I was drifting home, upwards into the cosmos...amazing little car!

@jameshole4431 3 жыл бұрын

One other change, Amber euro turn signals in the rear. Awesome video. Very knowledgeable. Awesome. You are also really articulate.

@justafatman7 4 жыл бұрын

Excited for news on remote start!

@victorchen8484 4 жыл бұрын

what kind of news

@mrD66M 4 жыл бұрын

Unless the ECM can detect (on a manual) whether the car is in gear or not, don't think that will be possible

@Sullinator07 4 жыл бұрын

I was just talking to someone on r/golf subreddit about how awesome your videos are. You’re amazing dude. Also if ya wanna show the best way to add windows up/down with the remote that be dope. I miss that on my jetta mkiv

@HumbleMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

🙏 always love a mention on reddit. Lol. I may do the video to do the video for you guys. I love the feature!!! Just don’t use it on this car

@heroichitsuji 3 жыл бұрын

OBDEleven

@kokekan75 4 жыл бұрын

Got the superpro arb with oem drop links. Much sharper turn ins, only notice at speed. Also highly recommend the racing line cold air intake, great top end increase in power and lovely growling sounds. The APR stage 1 is incredible!

@harleyjamesgeorge 4 жыл бұрын

When you do the Remote Start. Can you do a video and if it can’t be done maybe mention it in another video? Also subscribed, wicked video mate 👍

@PrideAutoDetailingSpringfield 4 жыл бұрын

Love this video I was wondering what to do next on the golf R

@xmunitrader 4 жыл бұрын

This guy is really good.. Speaks rapidly and directly all while providing very helpful info. Question.. I thought APR’s latest tune disengages the engine Start/stop?? Have the other top tuners you mentioned not addressed this? One more reason to go APR in my opinion if not because I agree, it’s the most annoying feature. Thanks again for the great content. Happy 2018 Golf R owner here.

@RokBenni 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video as usually ....highly agree with the first 5 mods list....I have them all on my MK7 GTI....one other easy and helpful plus cool mod is the auto hatch kit mod using the key fob to pop the hatch ...it does require changing out a few easy parts and possibly some coding....When I installed mine it did not require coding and it has worked flawless every since....loving the progression of the Golf R.....👌cheers

@canchume 4 жыл бұрын

cannot wait to see all those other mods tbh, the best series

@ZLee96 4 жыл бұрын

The remote start would be super cool! I just got a 2017 Golf R and I was thinking about getting a remote starter. I heard that a DBALL2 with a immobilizer bypass should work.

@80s_Boombox_Collector 4 жыл бұрын

Even better, enable remote start on a manual car. Difficult, but possible. You'd have to disable the clutch interlock if there is one.

@martenm1738 4 жыл бұрын

Great video as always, even though it's older I would like to see more about the mk6 platform/variant /sportswagen options that they do sell in Europe vs USA and of course how we can modify them on our USA vw

@ryansauer1373 4 жыл бұрын

Great list, thanks for posting!

@wickertwm 10 ай бұрын

I installed an aluminum belly pan on my CC. Two days later when I was on the Hwy a deer ran out in front of a pickup truck going the other way. The deer was pushed into my lane and went under my car. Only damage was a couple of stock plastic pans under the passenger seat. This is a very good upgrade for any car.

@michaelschneider- 3 жыл бұрын

+1. Great VW info. ! A VCDS dongle/program is a must for any VW owner.

@Pearl3Drummer 4 жыл бұрын

Great information, thanks for sharing!

@bippie999 3 жыл бұрын

I like the fact you have an HD camera. I’ve done most of what you recommended. Rear sway bar is next.

@jayonefive234 3 жыл бұрын

awesome video. thanks for the work you do

@j1ndz 4 жыл бұрын

Just an idea, the 95B 4-piston, all-aluminum Brembo caliper used on the base Macan and Audi Q5 are direct fit for the stock calipers of the Golf R and Audi S3. Many people have done the retrofit but there is no detailed write-up or video on it yet. Both calipers can be had for about $500 retail making it a cheap upgrade while shaving off half the weight (from 18.8lbs to 9.4lbs). Would make for an awesome video.

@levigato125 4 жыл бұрын

I have the Neuspeed Power Module on my 2019 GSW 4Motion and even that makes a difference. 200HP/252TQ makes the 1.8T fun to drive.

@IReahpZz 4 жыл бұрын

Neuspeed may be cheap but it will cause issues and if you hammer it a few times you'll go into Limp mode. It's a common issue on the 2.0t and 1.8t gen3 cars. If your gonna go piggy back tune buy a jb4 module since you get more power, customizability and alot less issues and less lag.

@DanielBrownOre 3 жыл бұрын

@@IReahpZz Never have gone into limp mode on my gen3 1.8t with latest Neuspeed version that ends in ".15". The key is to not use the +7 mode and stay on the +5 mode with at least 91 octane fuel, preferably more. It also cost $200 used while a JB4 is hard to find for under $400 used with the BT connection. Now, if I had a 2.0 it would be different, but for the 1.8t you can't beat the Neuspeed used for so little!

@NoZenith 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so excited for your remote start. I'm from Michigan and the bitter cold weather isn't good for the car or for me when I need to get out to work LOL

@husariaproductions4240 2 жыл бұрын

This is great thank you! Waiting for the golf r mk8 version of this

@jetrovay 3 жыл бұрын

Great list. jelly of that color. I could only get a black one, but I'll be following your advices for sure

@pianoekket 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought a 2017 Golf R and holy f.. that thing moves. Never had anything quite like it, and of course I know I will eventually wanna tune it.

@paulkaplan8420 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great videos, very informative & well made. I'm thinking about getting a used 2004 VW Eurovan Camper. Are there particular trouble spots with the VR6 engine or upgrades you would recommend? Could a newer 2 liter I4 TSI engine replace an older warn out VR6? The Eurovan is still a nice platform for touring & some overlanding if you don't want a larger more expensive Sprinter van conversion. What would your dream Eurovan contain? Thanks again for your show, PK.

@xcaret-ns3pb 3 жыл бұрын

Sweet ride.. I love the color one of a kind 👍👍👍

@Abubububu 4 жыл бұрын

Would love to see the minimod with the fuse you mentioned 👍

@cnrspd6969 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and i just got a MK7.5R and have watched a lot of your vids on the car :) Just wondering if you considered a front LCA upgrade (to increase caster and camber) or camber tops as the car seems to come with more neg camber in the rear than the fronts which i assume is the standard "safe" setup. I will definitely be getting a stage 1 ecu/dsg tune and rear swaybar upgrade but also want to dial in the alignment to get more front end grip. Cheers :)

@JimieMcCutcheon 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely a good idea for the spare and tools. Has me curious what tools, if any you keep in the car as you go about your day to day life?

@CubeReviewsUK 4 жыл бұрын

GREAT video man!

@robertdavis5714 4 жыл бұрын

Interesting, 2 of your 5 are on my list to do, Metal Pan and rear sway-bar and end links.

@uniqueflh2941 4 жыл бұрын

This video is awesome! I’m two-weeks into ownership of a 2019 AllTrack SE DSG that replaced Wifey’s ‘13 Jetta SEL. Had just gone thru some of your ‘R’ videos the other day, so was super excited to see this hit my feed today... Anything you can offer to simplify/walk thru the VCDS mods would be SO appreciated. As would the remote start mod. There MUST be a way to make that happen. I’d also dig it if you could add some insight to adding OEM Adaptive Cruise and/or Top View camera capability. My AllTrack has the Driver’s Assistance Package - I would think that some sensor swaps & coding would provide the ability to access the other features. Thanks for all your videos! Your stuff is SO helpful.

@glenndemelo328 3 жыл бұрын

I have a non factory starter on my R. From what I know you must sacrifice one key to stay hidden in the car at all times to by-pass the immobilizer.

@HumbleMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

Doing these modifications has been so much fun. What do you think we should modify next?

@reconbullet5449 4 жыл бұрын

Charge pipes, catch can, rs3 coil packs with rs7 sparkplugs

@mundo6454 4 жыл бұрын

Front sway and coilover suspension could be great for your golf R!

@chriskelvin248 4 жыл бұрын

OK, Charles. You asked- I'm gonna toss a lawn dart here. Rear hitch. The VW euro/ factory hidden hitch is so.....factory/ OEM/ awesome EXCEPT for the fact that it is just a ball hitch which= towing-which is epic in its own right-but my angle is rear-mounted bike racks. The current champion is the EcoHitch by Torklift Central. But- for me- it comes oh-so-close to perfect, but falls short because you always see the receiver below the fascia. I feel the ultimate, slickest, truly-hidden solution in the US is the Stealth Hitch. Only problem is that they have not yet found a person to blaze the trail for the community and be the prototype vehicle. They are based in Atlanta, so how about you do a video on how you spend a few days with those fine folks and help create the catalog product for the rest of us!?! Btw, their website states that your participation yields a free install and free hitch. And both versions- the trailer-centric version with all the wiring installed and the 2" receiver version for accessories!

@benjfsmith 4 жыл бұрын

Torque arm insert (BFI) was fantastic bang for buck on my '19 R

@froesesp 4 жыл бұрын

Dogbone

@shaunmark1 4 жыл бұрын

Love the color, I want.

@danielcrespo6554 4 жыл бұрын

Exelent!!!!!very good!!!!yoy are realy especialist!!!!you are "the doctor VW""""regrards fron Argentina!!!!

@stevetordoff 4 жыл бұрын

great video ... thnks for the ideas ... our 2017 mk7 R is getting close to being out of warranty and we are keen to apply some of these suggestions...

@pimpovic2 3 жыл бұрын

I've watched several of your videos, but this one earned you a sub. Thanks for the info. It's unrelated to me in some ways because I don't own a Golf R, but solid advice because I do own a '16 Tiguan. Do you have videos that go over coding and other mods for the Tiguan? I'm adding mods slowly, to make the car more dynamic (like the inherent GTI that it is) and improve chassis and braking to allow me to enjoy my commute more. Would appreciate any tips you can give.

@justindtackett 3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff as always. What’s your take on the Neuspeed power module Charles?

@user-mq2ww7ux8z 3 жыл бұрын

This video is awesome!

@Sideshowgaz5779 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you

@user-kn3li3pe9b 2 ай бұрын

#3 definitely a great idea

@malcolmhamilton8090 4 жыл бұрын

That spare tire kit is IDENTICAL to what’s in my 2012 Audi S4. Interesting to see it here.

@francois0013 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, helpful and inspiring! Have you ever regret not buying a manual Golf R instead of the DSG? Do you end up using the paddle shifters a lot or if you keep it most of the time on automatic mode? Could you talk a little bit about the this endless dilema between a manual vs DSG and what is your opinion on that? Thank's! Keep on the good work!

@HumbleMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

Great topic. No regrets about DSG. I love it

@ethenjordan2010 4 жыл бұрын

I can’t get my windows to do the comfort close or open on my 19 GTI. I also have Joker style blinkers on my car I found out how to add. Love it

@raysears5439 4 жыл бұрын

Aluminum paddle shifters :P

@yellorado 3 жыл бұрын

While my experience is from a very different platform, i agree 1000% with the rear swaybar upgrade. On my b6 audi a4 avant, the handling was so incredible i nicknamed the car "the magic carpet"! And that was from winter driving on winding country roads around Quebec city where i live.

@HumbleMechanic 3 жыл бұрын

NICE!!!!

@FR-yt5ik 2 жыл бұрын

My first mod is always tires, makes such a huge difference for me

@gamecock2465 4 жыл бұрын

In my Audi I remember there’s a temperature threshold with the AC coding that can be changed to control auto start stop. Maybe the Golf is similar.

@gtidamon 4 жыл бұрын

Love the video... I actually have a manual so my first mods were stage 1 tune with a short throw shifter. Included with the tint. Never thought of the sway bar. Makes me think more. Thanks for the good vid

@HumbleMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@gtidamon 4 жыл бұрын

@@HumbleMechanic looking forward to all the mods you do.. I sort of want to do the same as you do it.. So if you could lay out how much you spend each time that would be awesome.. Or at least retail price of it.. I'm sure you get discounts lol. The next mod I really want to do is exhaust., looking for a really deep throaty sound, if you could do a video on that that would be awesome too... . I wish your car was manual though... I'm not a huge fan of the dsg farts when cars are modded.... Too many autos out there and its hard to hear what the exhaust would sound like when shifting..

@joegreenblatt842 4 жыл бұрын

Nomad _Relic did you do a clutch replacement?

@johncantgame439 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2020 GLI Autobahn and my dealer here in Southern California were very specific with me on warranty as I kindly asked them questions about it. He told me straight up that if you do a tune and come in for warranty claims, the first thing they do is scan the ecu and look for flashes to make sure it’s factory. Then it’s automatically posted to Volkswagen and they know that your car is no longer covered for drive train warranty. The “Okay’s” are the exhaust (better to put on factory exhaust if you are concerned before going) wheels, and aesthetics really. If you bag it or do springs/coil overs whatever suspension mods, it will void the suspension warranties. He specifically said upgrading brakes and rotors are totally fine as the warranty rarely will ever cover them anyways lol

@user-mq2ww7ux8z 3 жыл бұрын

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@upthestreetpartnersapts4569 4 жыл бұрын

great stuff thanks

@evanbillett3530 4 жыл бұрын

Very informative video, plz do a nice video like this fr the mk3 vr6 for us vr6 owners 🙏🙏🙏

@kimlew8850 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Charles. Thanks for this list. I got my 2019 Golf R in November and finally got a few of these done. Just got my car back from local shop Cantrell Motorsports. They installed the 25mm anti-sway bar and the skid plate. I "installed" the spare tire kit a month ago or so. Car is pretty much sitting in the garage while we shelter in place (still). I hope to run my car in at least one nearby recreational HPDE this summer, so I had Stoptech SS brake lines installed (along with Motul and Ferodo performance pads). Personally, I think SS-sheathed Teflon lines are essential for any car headed for a track day. I'm hopeful that I can get out this summer, but I'm wary of any kind of public gathering -- social distancing rules notwithstanding. I'm a 7/10ths track day guy, so unless the stock power is completely inadequate, I think I'll avoid a tune for now. Thanks again. Very handy videos and guidance.

@joemike509 4 жыл бұрын

Clean upgrades

@atklein 4 жыл бұрын

Best part of this video was the end to hear that you’re going to explore remote start and POWER LIFT GATE!!

@HumbleMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

Yep. Lift gate looks like it’s going to be $$$$$$$ but we shall see

@atklein 4 жыл бұрын

HumbleMechanic Oof, I just looked over the Atlas parts for that system. The toughest and most expensive part I didn’t think about is the locking/closing motor that sucks the hatch in. I assume the interior trim might be shaped differently there too.

@harryberry474 3 жыл бұрын

One change I made on my Alltrack was the rear 2 outer headrests couldn't stand the tall ones that come on NA cars, the European rear headrests are very similar to the center head rest (low profile) and make a huge difference when looking out the back. Now I have an unobstructed view. I don't have part# but if you like having better visibility get them...they were pricey around $360 for the pair. I know it's not performance related but IMO they were worth it. I want to do a stage one tune and DSG tune (can't stand the low shift points). I would also like to hear a little exhaust note but to get that without drone is a issue. APR "claims" no drone but local shop that sells and installs said don't and the drone is so bad he's had customers come back and have APR system removed and this is the" touring" exhaust not the "race". He suggested down pipe instead but that requires stage 2 which I don't want. Techtonics Tuning has a SS system but no reviews on it. Any suggestions? Edit: The very first mod I did was changing the factory springs and shocks to factory Golf "R" springs and shocks I could not stand the too soft floaty feel ride with the stock suspension the Golf "R" is perfect IMO fitment, ride quality, it"s noticeably more firm and sporty in a good way plus lowered it quite nicely, I don't do much if any off-roading so it's basically the same ride height as a "R" I also used the Audi TT rear spring rubber mount.

@mr1983 4 жыл бұрын

Ooooooooh remote start!!! Would be amazing!!!!

@BryceJordanProductions 4 жыл бұрын

Please look into the Eurocode front strut brace.. i think you'll be just as surprised as i was on how much it helps things! That with a rear sway off the bat would be a great starter for autox!

@FasterFlyer23 3 жыл бұрын

Not got a golf i went for the cupra but definitely gonna be doing some of these

@squarebackjedi 4 жыл бұрын

Hola, Humble. Love the list. I have an Alltrack, so now I appreciate the spare tire kit and the skid plate much much more. Did you add the Bumperdillo and remove a few badges from gate? Thanks.

@KarlFosburg 3 жыл бұрын

JB ECU upgrade works great and can be removed with no trace left... Rear sway bar really, really helps.

@airlift8188 4 ай бұрын

1 of 13 in ginster is awesome. I remember seeing one of these in northeast Ohio when I lived there.

@K03sport 4 жыл бұрын

Alway nice to watch despite leaving VW/VAG for Subaru. Almost went Alltrack (almost), but felt (very) let down on the test drive and knew several thousand dollars were needed to elevate the car to the fun/driver level I wanted.

@danielhildebrand6892 4 жыл бұрын

I drooled over the Imola Yellow R at my local dealer today. It's a Manual as well. If I had $50k to blow I'd of said sayonara to my Tiguan and drove it home. Lol

@danielhildebrand6892 4 жыл бұрын

@RJ mi they are beyond silly on price. You can't hardly even get a decently equipped Tiguan for under $40k. Dieselgate really dropped resell value and jacked new price up. About the cheapest VW we have is a base model Golf and it's right about $23k. VW would do good if they gave us the Polo and TRoc to fill the gaps in the lineup price wise.

@JS-qn7cs 4 жыл бұрын

@@danielhildebrand6892 The tiguan is pretty versatile though? Must be good to be able to go off road and be a little higher up

@Yoshimetzen 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2014 GTI with 150k km on the clock. I have been taking it to the official dealership all this time but I am finding that the dealerships are actually quite bad at maintaining the vehicle for long life span. I am wanting to do some maintenance upgrades, to keep the car running smoothly. What else would you recommend? Rear main seal? catch can? cleaning intake vales? regular changing of DSG oil? Thanks for the great videos

@greese007 4 жыл бұрын

I have Stage 1 APR tuning on my 2016 R, as I did on my 2012 model, and the GTI that preceded it. Worth every penny. The big difference is that my latest ECM chip was installed by the dealer, and had no effect on warranty. So I don’t need a “stock” setting to use when I take it to the dealer. It stays on all the time. My only regret is that I chose the DSG transmission (also upgraded). It’s butter-smooth on upshifts, but lags on downshifts, and is not quite as fun as the manual. Though the paddle shifters help.

@curranhouse 4 жыл бұрын

Love to see power boot / tailgate :)

@brihal6498 4 жыл бұрын

Just upgraded my stereo and sub, its a mod I appreciate every day, doesnt make the car any faster but I feel much cooler 😎

@HumbleMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

What did you install? Not going to change the R, but the R32 needs an upgrade

@brihal6498 4 жыл бұрын

@@HumbleMechanic It was in my '12 Mx-5 and due to space constraints I did a JBL BASSPRO SL 8" powered sub and a Kenwood DDX9904S head unit. Miata's have always had underwhelming audio, but this was just the ticket. Small, sounds great and was (barely) able to get it under the passenger seat. Easy install w/ step-by-step instructions from Crutchfield. Good luck on the R32! Your vids are top notch, keep them coming! Especially those Miata vids!

@simonsilva5313 5 ай бұрын

My friend has a mk7 gti and he added an off/on flick switch for the start/stop which is cool as it always stays off when you flick the switch off

@matthewguerra5410 4 жыл бұрын

On My Brother's MK7 Golf R first mods was BBKs then we took it to the Daytona Sports Car Course :)

@klstrucker930419 4 жыл бұрын

How about oil catch can? Also, could you please do a video about 4motion tuning?

@eduardobastidaescamilla8287 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!! Any thoughts on installing headlights washers?

@HumbleMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

Cool install. More than I’d want to do, but I say go for it

@dudndadn12212 4 жыл бұрын

Stage 1 tune. Best bang for the buck. Makes the car feel the way it should have from the factory.

@john_dee1431 4 жыл бұрын

Favorite mod was the spare tire rig.

@jameshaulenbeek5931 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I hope to get VCDS at some point (and DEFINITELY a stage 1 tune), but the one major thing that bothers me almost more than anything, I have to go through the touchscreen menus to turn off traction control (2016 Golf S). I want to add a physical button and code it.

@HumbleMechanic 4 жыл бұрын

I think there is a kit for that.

@michaelbenno 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the good video. Can you post the part number for the Alltrack belly pan?

@gleaminx 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic info. As a person with an APR stage 2 2017 GTI Sport that I had lemon lawed, TD1 flag does not void your warranty. It can cause you to have certain items denied. This did happen to me, but like you said. Be polite and work with the dealership. I ended up contacting VWoA, received an advocate and she worked with the dealership to warrant a new ECU. That didn’t fix the issue and long story short ended up getting the 2017 GTI Sport replaced with a 2018 GTI SE.

@instructordominguez5272 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video. So a stage 1 tune (first mod you mentioned) and adjusting coding and adaptations (last mod you mentioned) are different? Thanks. Oh, DIY video for paint protection or link? Also, I really want to add the storage cubby drawer under the driver seat. Bummed mine didn’t come with it. Thanks again.

@lvcsslacker 4 жыл бұрын

these are good tips... :)

@EricLee_SiliconValley 3 жыл бұрын

Dig your Golf R. So addressing your warranty part ~4:00 we have a '15 Audi S3 with APR Stage 1 low torque ECU tune currently. It previously had a Stage 2 high torque tune and DSG tune (also APR) with downpipe from previous owner and it had to goto Audi for service for something unrelated. They voided our warranty for powertrain altogether. So regardless of which dealer we went Audi of America did not do us a solid. And we had flashed it back to stock before bringing it in. We ended up having to replace our turbo and clutch pack (or something like that) out of pocket and it was about $7k.

@x1pyroveride 4 жыл бұрын

I have an F150 i put a front and rear hellwig swaybar with endlinks, it made a night and day difference in the handling of the truck. Im looking at getting a Golf R and thats one of the mods i recommend to anyone with any car