Neomax Silvers compared to EQT Balanced Line

How to Recognize Deflection and Misinformation

Consumers in the MQB community deserve clear, accurate information, not misinformation, when comparing aftermarket parts. But sometimes, when you raise factual questions about product origins, timelines, or similarities, the conversation gets derailed—not by evidence, but by rhetorical techniques that obscure the issue. This post uses guidance from the Debunking Handbook to help readers recognize these […]

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GESi Cat vs Catless - Wastegate Duty Cycle

GESi Cat vs Catless Street Pulls

Background: I previously discussed the CC Design exhaust midpipe with GESi cat as part of an audio analysis. In this post, I compare turbocharger and vehicle performance data between the catless and GESi catted versions of the midpipe. Test Process: A series of full-throttle third-gear pulls are made from 2,500 to 6,500 RPM. Test Results:

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Blaze ATOM IS48 Turbo Street Test

IS48 Street Pull with Blaze ATOM

Background: As part of my testing with the Shuenk IS48 turbocharger, I have been working with Russell Road & Racing to make ECU tune revisions to increase boost pressure and see how much I can get from the turbocharger. With the finalized boost pressure curve as shown in the chart below, I decided to install

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