Andy's mk5 GTI

[Rigsby]

Just changed the diverter and the old one was shot to pieces.
Car feels fantastic now..can feel it boost now ..Like a turbo should,


One thing to note, I'm sure my old diverter electric connection pointed up, now with the rev g it points down? Is this ok.
I noticed there was a little round plastic thing protruding on the face of the valve, I lined this up with the little hole in the turbo

[Rigsby]

Rear bumper sprayed ( guy did an amazing job)
All wheels done

[Rigsby]

Did these yesterday, custom printed smoked light wrap

[Rigsby]

Next on the list is a 3" downpipe and a bfi trans mount and diy poly engine mount
Already have power flex dogbone insert but not enough.

[NickGTi]

Those wheels make a world of difference, looks good!

[Rigsby]

Downpipe arrived and sent it back as the band clip didn't fit, just waiting for refund so I can buy another.
Thinking of doing the R32 rear bumper/exhaust next month.
Does anyone run a decat and backbox delete? Just wondered how loud it will be?

[Rigsby]

Been doing a few things to the car today while watching the f1
New fuel regulator on the hpfp and a bfi stage one trans mount insert, back to running sweet.
Just need to modify the engine mount now with left over poweflex mounts. I'm going to cut them up and fill all the empty spaces and tiger seal in. Job for another day

[Rigsby]

Filled the drivers mount with a cut up power flex exhaust hanger

[Rigsby]

Just finished fitting these goodies!
Oil and filter
PCV
Powerflex small dogbone bush
3” downpipe.......this was a mission fitting this in a single garage and no 16mm spanner but got there in the end

[Rigsby]

Just thought I’d update this:
I’ve sorted the dent on the Bootlid out (swapped tailgate)
I  replaced the thermostat , was a bit of a mare.
H&R springs were fitted , enjoyed doing these, no siezed bolts 👍🏼.
Rear 15mm spacers, I’ll get some 10mm for the front on payday.
I’ve also fitted an auto specialist (amd) induction kit.
Next job is a stage 2 map and new front wings and pdr a ding out my door
Here’s a few pics




Dirty as, hating this weather

[Rigsby]

Also got these with my induction kit ( intercooler pipes)
Not sure I would see any benefits to fitting these?

[Rigsby]

Also a little mod I did for mot time
Modded the cat to fit into my 3” downpipe, I can swap it over in 20 mins now 👍🏼

[Raj2212]

Nice upgrades @Rigsby Looking really good with the Ed30 rear light tints. . Nice mod you've done there with the engine mounts 

[Rigsby]

@Raj2212 cheers boss
My tuner commented on well the car drove, so it’s nice when people comment, it makes all the hard work we put in worth it

Car is now mapped stage 2, running 276bhp and 320ibft
Next up is to get the dsg mapped  as I think it’s limiting the torque when changing gear in wot

[Raj2212]

@Raj2212 cheers boss
My tuner commented on well the car drove, so it’s nice when people comment, it makes all the hard work we put in worth it

Car is now mapped stage 2, running 276bhp and 320ibft
Next up is to get the dsg mapped  as I think it’s limiting the torque when changing gear in wot

It does man, and good figures on the map.  I'm hoping to get the same in the summer. For now just sticking to minor mods and maintenance.