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Title: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: aidogti on July 18, 2010, 01:02:10 pm
hi lads i have a 2005 gti with dsg and was wondering what is needed to fit the paddle shift.... i dont have MFSW

do i need the hidhline computer?

do i need MFSW?

thanks lads...
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: keano on July 18, 2010, 01:43:29 pm
not too sure, but in my opinion they are a waste of time lol.

impresses the friends though  :popcornsoda:
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: S2 Ant on July 18, 2010, 02:01:30 pm
I tend to use mine all the time, much easier driving with both hands on the wheel and shifting than messing around with pushing the stick back and forth.
Altho i tend to just be in auto a lot of the time to be fair
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: Top Cat on July 18, 2010, 04:01:34 pm
You need a new wheel, paddles and controller i believe. NC 35 on here has just bought my old wheel and did this mod to his.  :happy2:

not too sure, but in my opinion they are a waste of time lol.

impresses the friends though  :popcornsoda:


Are you mad.  :stupid:  The driving experience is a whole lot better with paddles when pushing on.  :driver:
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: ILoveTuna on July 18, 2010, 07:30:36 pm
You need a new wheel, paddles and controller i believe. NC 35 on here has just bought my old wheel and did this mod to his.  :happy2:

not too sure, but in my opinion they are a waste of time lol.

impresses the friends though  :popcornsoda:


Are you mad.  :stupid:  The driving experience is a whole lot better with paddles when pushing on.  :driver:

I agree could not live without my paddles,  dropping it down a couple when approaching a roundabout is great fun! Dont think i would like my GTI half as much without them...  :happy2:
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: gtlee on July 18, 2010, 07:34:31 pm
You need a new wheel, paddles and controller i believe. NC 35 on here has just bought my old wheel and did this mod to his.  :happy2:

not too sure, but in my opinion they are a waste of time lol.

impresses the friends though  :popcornsoda:


Are you mad.  :stupid:  The driving experience is a whole lot better with paddles when pushing on.  :driver:

  +1 cos I've retrofitted MFSW with paddles to mine!
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: LouCyffer on July 18, 2010, 07:37:00 pm
If it's any use I have a brand new steering wheel control unit part number 1P0959542, £76.84 + vat from the stealer. Open to offers above £40. However I don't know for sure what is the correct part number you need. Check first

I'd hate for you to get a bit you don't need.
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: aidogti on July 18, 2010, 08:22:24 pm
ok louCyffer, ill find out the part number


so how mch would the MFSW cost??
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: Richn83 on July 18, 2010, 09:31:21 pm
Hi mate, further to loucyfers offer of a wheel controller, I have an R36 wheel that has paddle shifters, let me know if your interested.
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: aidogti on July 18, 2010, 09:51:35 pm
Richie83 what price you looking for r36 wheel.. Pm me

thanks

aidan
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: aidogti on July 19, 2010, 08:49:52 am
lads to i need the full MFD in the cluster to complete the paddle shift????

cause i dont have full MFD in my car...
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: Richn83 on July 19, 2010, 09:04:25 am
you dont need the full MFD/highline to have the paddles I only have the midline computer and my paddles were original fit.  PM on its way about the wheel.
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: nc35 on July 19, 2010, 07:04:15 pm
Yep just done mine.

If you need any help let me know
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: rachel on April 30, 2011, 11:25:18 am
Hi NC35!

I've just bought a 55 plate GT TDI with DSG, and am really interested in retro fitting the MFSW with Paddle Shifters!

The Setup i currently have is: Standard Steering Wheel + Mid-Line Display on the clocks.

I've just done a bit of digging around on the interent for possible parts to help along the way, and have found a steering wheel in germany which i was wondering if this fits the bill?

steering wheel:
[ebay]http://cgi.ebay.de/Leder-Lenkrad-Lederlenkrad-DSG-VW-Passat-Jetta-Golf-5-/230523723605?pt=Autoteile_Zubehör&hash=item35ac48df55#ht_677wt_907[/ebay]


 

I'm now wondering what other bits i need to complete the job, so as you've done it to yours, is there any chance you could offer some advice + help as to what i need to do this conversation?

cheers for any help!

Rachel  
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: LouCyffer on April 30, 2011, 04:31:53 pm
ok louCyffer, ill find out the part number


so how mch would the MFSW cost??

Buttons from the dealer are £70 per side :surprised:. They often come up on german eBay, however.
Hi NC35!

I've just bought a 55 plate GT TDI with DSG, and am really interested in retro fitting the MFSW with Paddle Shifters!

The Setup i currently have is: Standard Steering Wheel + Mid-Line Display on the clocks.

I've just done a bit of digging around on the interent for possible parts to help along the way, and have found a steering wheel in germany which i was wondering if this fits the bill?

steering wheel:
[ebay]http://cgi.ebay.de/Leder-Lenkrad-Lederlenkrad-DSG-VW-Passat-Jetta-Golf-5-/230523723605?pt=Autoteile_Zubehör&hash=item35ac48df55#ht_677wt_907[/ebay]


 

I'm now wondering what other bits i need to complete the job, so as you've done it to yours, is there any chance you could offer some advice + help as to what i need to do this conversation?

cheers for any help!

Rachel 

Rachel, there are a couple of threads on here documenting such retro fits. I think that Darren (MortyGTTDi) is a guru of same. With a bit of homework it should be straightforward. But in earlier models there is a compatability issue with streeing controllers & slip rings. So before you take the plunge on the Bay, read round as many of these threads as you can, or you may end up with a wheel that won't work properly.
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: Eddie-NL on April 30, 2011, 04:37:59 pm
Hi NC35!

I've just bought a 55 plate GT TDI with DSG, and am really interested in retro fitting the MFSW with Paddle Shifters!

The Setup i currently have is: Standard Steering Wheel + Mid-Line Display on the clocks.

I've just done a bit of digging around on the interent for possible parts to help along the way, and have found a steering wheel in germany which i was wondering if this fits the bill?

steering wheel:
[ebay]http://cgi.ebay.de/Leder-Lenkrad-Lederlenkrad-DSG-VW-Passat-Jetta-Golf-5-/230523723605?pt=Autoteile_Zubehör&hash=item35ac48df55#ht_677wt_907[/ebay]


 

I'm now wondering what other bits i need to complete the job, so as you've done it to yours, is there any chance you could offer some advice + help as to what i need to do this conversation?

cheers for any help!

Rachel  

Hi
You will need
1x Multifunction Steering Wheel with Paddles and Buttons
1x MFSW Airbag Loom
1x Highend Steering Controller

btw I have a highend controller listed in the for sale section

Fitting is fairly easy but it will need to be coded once done
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: rachel on April 30, 2011, 09:27:43 pm

btw I have a highend controller listed in the for sale section


Thanks eddie! so this will work with my year of car yeah?  (55 plate)

How much do you want for the highend controller? would this also control High-Line clocks too?

Tanking you
Rachel  :happy2:
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: Eddie-NL on April 30, 2011, 10:18:16 pm
Hi

Without knowing what is fitted in your car now, I can't say 100% that it will work

I would suggest that first find out which one is fitted in your car first

Once you know you can compare with the list in the link or post it on here

http://wiki.ross-tech.com/wiki/index.php/Steering_Wheel_Control_Module_Versions

my one is listed here
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,27818.0.html

I also have one ending AK which is not listed

It has nothing to do with the Highline clocks
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: rachel on April 30, 2011, 11:35:03 pm
thanks eddie.... i pick up the car mid next week, so i'll check it out when it arrives! i just read yr post that contains the modual, and you say you can fit it if collected - where abouts are you located? and would you be able to fit a MFSW with paddles if i supply one?

cheers
rachel
Title: Re: retrofit paddle shift
Post by: Eddie-NL on April 30, 2011, 11:43:50 pm
Hi Rachel

I'm in Great Yarmouth.
I have fitted paddles to a DSG Gti before

Ed