Stratified DSG TCU Tune Preview

Stratified TCU Tune Preview

This video shows some of the shift logic that the nearly completed update to the Stratified Automotive Controls TCU tune for the Mk7 GTI will bring.  This update is for the DQ250 DSG.  The video primarily highlights changes with the on-pedal upshift response. As my prior posts have discussed, this tune uses driver pedal input […]

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Shuenk IS38+ Turbocharger

One Year Update: Shuenk IS38+ Turbo

In June of 2019 I received a pre-production Shuenk IS38+ turbocharger to gather data with. Miles Over the past twelve months I have put 5,333 miles on the turbo while conducting quite a few tests that involved pushing the turbocharger into boost. Boost Curve In addition to testing aftermarket parts there has also been work

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APR Intercooler Bench Cooling Test

APR Intercooler Bench Cooling Test

Background: Continuing the series of bench tests where intercooler options for the Mk7 GTI are tested for cooling efficiency.  The next product to be tested is the Audi Performance and Racing stock location intercooler. The Test: Briefly recapping, the intercooler has heated air flowed through it with the outlet air temperature measured throughout the test. 

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