Getting DP and software today 320d.

[Rolf]

@Funky Toyz

Have you decided on which software to use?

 

[Twinz]

enjoy your 320D for what it is, trust me you will. Its no tuned 330D, but it has sufficient power and awesome economy.

Later on you can sell it and get a 330D, I suspect you will have to pay in to much to do it now.

My sentiment too :thumbs:

 

[Funky Toyz]

@Funky Toyz

Have you decided on which software to use?

Hi Rolf, I have yes - Thank you very much. Yesterday afternoon we had the car hooked up to read the faults etc and to do some data logging. I will go back to the tuner when my cash flow has eased up a bit (month end and I can't wait anymore) to load the custom map.

I have decided to scrap all the detail I've heard from the various "fanbois" and make my own independent decision regarding a tuner. I chose using tuner experience, customer service and location. I've done a lot of digging, and choosing a tuner was very, very difficult. Harder than what I thought it would be.

To me it came down to (in no particular order)

STO
GTSR
Promotec
CPI

From the above 4 I could not make a decision as they all offered what I was looking for in a tuner (someone to walk the walk with me and help in my knowledge of the car), so then the next deciding factor was price - and one of the above had/has a special running and that sealed the deal. Keep in mind I was not bargain hunting but was prepared to pay more for quality. In fact of the above I did not choose the cheapest, even though it's currently on special.

Surprisingly Revo, Giac, Racetec and some others fell off the map after I first spoke to them because I want individual attention as well :fencelook:

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This will be interesting, although it will be a straight win for the GTI.

320d is too heavy and gear ratio's too short to be playing with the DSG GTI :fencelook: Gear changes are also lightning quick on a DSG
But it will be good to see the actual outcome :thumbs:

Keep in mind I don't know how to drive this car to get the best out of it in terms of a TLGP as the launch control is something to get used to. I have even been told the best is to not launch and use DSG while others have said, launch control at 2000 rpm etc. :flyfun:

Rolling a different story, because what more could you do than just floor it :rollsmile:

 

[Rolf]

all the best with your choice :thumbs:

 

[Funky Toyz]

all the best with your choice :thumbs:

Thank You - Appreciated :thumbs:

PS. If I replaced my E90 320i with a Diesel variant the choice would have obviously been Promotec no doubt :thumbs:

 

[Rolf]

... hahahaha thx... no worries ... we are not jealous

:joy:

 

[Cooper]

@Funky Toyz

Have you decided on which software to use?

Hi Rolf, I have yes - Thank you very much. Yesterday afternoon we had the car hooked up to read the faults etc and to do some data logging. I will go back to the tuner when my cash flow has eased up a bit (month end and I can't wait anymore) to load the custom map.

I have decided to scrap all the detail I've heard from the various "fanbois" and make my own independent decision regarding a tuner. I chose using tuner experience, customer service and location. I've done a lot of digging, and choosing a tuner was very, very difficult. Harder than what I thought it would be.

To me it came down to (in no particular order)

STO
GTSR
Promotec
CPI

From the above 4 I could not make a decision as they all offered what I was looking for in a tuner (someone to walk the walk with me and help in my knowledge of the car), so then the next deciding factor was price - and one of the above had/has a special running and that sealed the deal. Keep in mind I was not bargain hunting but was prepared to pay more for quality. In fact of the above I did not choose the cheapest, even though it's currently on special.

Surprisingly Revo, Giac, Racetec and some others fell off the map after I first spoke to them because I want individual attention as well :fencelook:

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This will be interesting, although it will be a straight win for the GTI.

320d is too heavy and gear ratio's too short to be playing with the DSG GTI :fencelook: Gear changes are also lightning quick on a DSG
But it will be good to see the actual outcome :thumbs:

Keep in mind I don't know how to drive this car to get the best out of it in terms of a TLGP as the launch control is something to get used to. I have even been told the best is to not launch and use DSG while others have said, launch control at 2000 rpm etc. :flyfun:

Rolling a different story, because what more could you do than just floor it :rollsmile:

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There is no 2 sides to it with regards to launch control on the DSG. It is very quick when you use launch control. If you just going to floor it from start you will loose out massively :thumbdo: I had one, get yourself a remap and downpipe, unlocks good performance, close to 200kw.
ESP off, brake, floor it and it will hold the revs at 2500rpm and drop the brakes when you have to go. Great feature from VW :thumbs:

 

[PhoenixGG]

LOL I will beat a GTI one day from standstill, its my goal, I will throw mth balls in my tank lol :roflol:

why does everyone wannz beat a GTi lol?? You're welcome to come try mine :=):

I'm scared of the 330d though...

I figured out why everyone wants to beat a gti. It's cause you can deal with a merc or Audi as competition. They are the same class, but a VW is just not right.

 

[msm]

You can never really lose to a GTI. Even if you get beaten off the line, the GTI driver will at some point pull over from complete boredom...

You won't believe how many times I've considered one in the past, but after a good few extended test drives, I could just not justify it as an exciting performance car. Flame away VW fans - that's just my opinion.

 

[cducin]

You can never really lose to a GTI. Even if you get beaten off the line, the GTI driver will at some point pull over from complete boredom...

You won't believe how many times I've considered one in the past, but after a good few extended test drives, I could just not justify it as an exciting performance car. Flame away VW fans - that's just my opinion.

Hi rolf! I did that software update on my 330d at agents smg yesterday,slight difference. Im ready for the downpipe and software,just need to find the time. Maybe i can give that gti a run thereafter

 

[DieselFan]

Just a question I've noticed a pretty strong exhaust smell coming from the car. Is this normal to get more of a smell after doing the downpipe. My friend even comment on it when he was sitting in the car while it was idling? I'm thinking it might be because the exhaust points down and not away from the car? Any thoughts?

 

[Rolf]

Hi rolf! I did that software update on my 330d at agents smg yesterday,slight difference. Im ready for the downpipe and software,just need to find the time. Maybe i can give that gti a run thereafter

Superb! :thumbs:

Will be back in town by next week Wednesday should you wish to wait for me to be present....

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Just a question I've noticed a pretty strong exhaust smell coming from the car. Is this normal to get more of a smell after doing the downpipe. My friend even comment on it when he was sitting in the car while it was idling? I'm thinking it might be because the exhaust points down and not away from the car? Any thoughts?

Check for leaks / cracked welding and let Brandon have a look if you find something.
Else it could be the downward pointing exhaust be no one before you ever complained.... so I rather think it's a cracked welding

 

[sash]

Check for leaks / cracked welding and let Brandon have a look if you find something.
Else it could be the downward pointing exhaust be no one before you ever complained.... so I rather think it's a cracked welding

I got a similar smell after dp, thought it was normal after doing downpipe



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[Funky Toyz]

There is no 2 sides to it with regards to launch control on the DSG. It is very quick when you use launch control. If you just going to floor it from start you will loose out massively :thumbdo: I had one, get yourself a remap and downpipe, unlocks good performance, close to 200kw.
ESP off, brake, floor it and it will hold the revs at 2500rpm and drop the brakes when you have to go. Great feature from VW :thumbs:

I hear you buddy, but to me it's finding that ideal rev range while in launch control. My car, in launch mode, revs till 3000rpm. I've played around with the launch control on 4 occasions so far, and I think the car can be quicker out the blocks if I can just hit that sweet spot. My tyres are new and are Yoki A-Drives, which are not bad, but they still tend to spin alot when I release the brake. I do ease off the throttle for grip, but like I said, still need to master it.

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You can never really lose to a GTI. Even if you get beaten off the line, the GTI driver will at some point pull over from complete boredom...

You won't believe how many times I've considered one in the past, but after a good few extended test drives, I could just not justify it as an exciting performance car. Flame away VW fans - that's just my opinion.

MSM - I tend to disagree, not because I'm biased as I have one, but because to me it's the most fun I had in a car since my Jap Screamer. Yes I never owned any of the higher end BM's, but my BMW's did not have the fun factor of the GTI for sure, and that's probably because it's so well built tbh.

Perhaps elaborate a bit more on the boredom you referring to?

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You can never really lose to a GTI. Even if you get beaten off the line, the GTI driver will at some point pull over from complete boredom...

You won't believe how many times I've considered one in the past, but after a good few extended test drives, I could just not justify it as an exciting performance car. Flame away VW fans - that's just my opinion.

Hi rolf! I did that software update on my 330d at agents smg yesterday,slight difference. Im ready for the downpipe and software,just need to find the time. Maybe i can give that gti a run thereafter

No thanx :rollsmile::fencelook:

 

[Rommies]

blah blah blah...GTi's is faster than anything in the world. You can't beat them when they are tuned, yo!
bwahhahahaha :roflol:

@Dieselfanboy: When I did DP + full exhaust etc. on my GTi, I also got a slight stronger fumes smell. And I got no leaks. I guess it's because the catalytic converter isn't there anymore?

 

[msm]

You can never really lose to a GTI. Even if you get beaten off the line, the GTI driver will at some point pull over from complete boredom...

You won't believe how many times I've considered one in the past, but after a good few extended test drives, I could just not justify it as an exciting performance car. Flame away VW fans - that's just my opinion.

MSM - I tend to disagree, not because I'm biased as I have one, but because to me it's the most fun I had in a car since my Jap Screamer. Yes I never owned any of the higher end BM's, but my BMW's did not have the fun factor of the GTI for sure, and that's probably because it's so well built tbh.

Perhaps elaborate a bit more on the boredom you referring to?

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It's all relative :thumbs:

Also, it's not confined to high end BM's that I'm comparing the GTI to. After my little incident with my Cooper S (R53), I was almost ready to buy one. But coming from that (cheaper car) to the GTI just felt dull.

The GTI is a very, very good car - don't get me wrong. It's just that I don't find it a very exciting option. I think the very same of my Lexus IS250 - it serves a different purpose for me, as a practical family car - calling it a "sports sedan" is ludicrous . In the same way, the GTI does not appear to me as a exciting performance car. It's all down to personal preference when you're behind the wheel.

That said, I may still buy one in future, as I need a practical hatch soon or smallish SUV - but once again for a different purpose...

Also, why I stated that it's my opinion which I naturally don't expect everyone to agree with, so no hard feelings intended.

 

[CliftonH]

I was actually admiring a Golf 6 gti the other day. If I had a lot of money I would buy one also.

I'm sure people gonna shoot me for this. I am a die hard bmw fan. But I don't know why I love bmw.

I prefer front wheel drive compared to rear wheel.
I prefer light weight to heavy weight.
I like a big car but not so big cause parking is harder.

So basically yes I agree. Its just a personal preferance.

I drove a hyundai atos for the last 4 years.

 

[Funky Toyz]

It's all relative :thumbs:

Also, it's not confined to high end BM's that I'm comparing the GTI to. After my little incident with my Cooper S (R53), I was almost ready to buy one. But coming from that (cheaper car) to the GTI just felt dull.

The GTI is a very, very good car - don't get me wrong. It's just that I don't find it a very exciting option. I think the very same of my Lexus IS250 - it serves a different purpose for me, as a practical family car - calling it a "sports sedan" is ludicrous . In the same way, the GTI does not appear to me as a exciting performance car. It's all down to personal preference when you're behind the wheel.

That said, I may still buy one in future, as I need a practical hatch soon or smallish SUV - but once again for a different purpose...

Also, why I stated that it's my opinion which I naturally don't expect everyone to agree with, so no hard feelings intended.

:thumbs: Now worries buddy. I never took it the wrong, but re-reading my post may seem like I did when I asked for a bit of an elaboration. It's all good and I just wanted to understand where you were coming from. :thumbs:

#endhijack #sorryDieselFanBoy

 

[doc]

promotec do you have an agent in jhb?
ive got a 2006 320d auto

 

[Rolf]

I'm actually in Joburg right now :joy:

PM me to make arrangements

Rolf