DBV2 Mk7 Charge Pipes Un-assembled

DBV2 Charge Pipe Flow Testing

Background: DBV2 produces an aftermarket charge pipe setup for the Mk7 GTI / Golf R. The DBV2 charge pipes were made available to perform flow testing with and a comparison test is made with the stock Mk7 GTI charge pipes. Test Procedure: Before testing the flow bench calibration is checked against a reference flow plate. […]

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DSG Data Translation

Background: When I started looking into an aftermarket DSG tune for my GTI I found that comparison data was almost non-existent and I was left relying on vague descriptions like “it shifts quicker”, or “downshifts are smoother”. To make a better informed decision I knew it would be necessary to quantify the DSG shift performance.

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034 Motorsport X34 Intake Flow Test

034 Carbon Fiber Intake Flow Test

Background: An aftermarket intake option for the Mk7 GTI is the 034 Motorsport Carbon Fiber X34 Intake. 034 claims that the intake is “the ultimate induction solution for your Audi or Volkswagen.” Curious to learn how the “ultimate induction system” compares with other intake options the intake was flow tested using a flow bench. Test

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