Mishimoto Mk7 GTI Intercooler

Mishimoto Intercooler Flow Test

The Mishimoto intercooler for the Mk7 GTI / R undergoes flow testing. Flow testing is performed at 28″ of H2O.  The Mishimoto intercooler flowed 217 CFM. Results obtained with the Mishimoto intercooler are compared with other Mk7 GTI stock location intercoolers. Below are results of all intercoolers and intercooler combinations that have been flow tested. […]

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Stratified DSG Tune Revision V4

The fourth revision to the Stratified DSG TCU tune has a few changes that are continuing to move toward the target behaviors. Changes from version three are: First to second upshift at moderate accelerator pedal position (APP) input has tighter response around the target engine speed values. Third to fourth upshift from low to mid

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Vibrant Performance 12810 Intercooler

Vibrant 12810 Intercooler Flow Test

The Vibrant Performance 12810 intercooler core and end tanks are used as a front mounted intercooler on the Mk7 GTI.  The intercooler is offered as an option from JD Eurosport and is the basis of the Baun Performance intercooler kit. A sample of the Vibrant intercooler became available and I was interested in evaluating the airflow

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