Our Cars (dream or actual)

[organisys]

Both a PDK and a DSG are electro-mechanical double clutch systems, but from different manufacturers.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dual-clutch_transmission

[Appfaff]

Is the S-Tronic a DSG derives trans?

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[Steffen]

@Appfaff:

Is the S-Tronic a DSG derives trans?

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Yes, the S-Tronic was called DSG till 2005. The PDK in the new Macan is altough a DSG by VW since they now own Porsche. The PDK in the other Porsche Models are made by ZF a German Manufacturer.

The Cross Brand usage of Parts is at Max in the VW Company, further Info here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Volkswagen_Group_platforms

[Appfaff]

ZF also makes the BMW trans, correct?

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[Steffen]

@Appfaff:

ZF also makes the BMW trans, correct?

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Depends, Full list of Cars and what ZF makes for them here: https://www.zf.com/corporate/en_de/products/stars_by_zf/index.html

[Appfaff]

Sweet - thanks! Interesting stuff for sure

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[organisys]

@Steffen:

The Cross Brand usage of Parts is at Max in the VW Company, further Info here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Volkswagen_Group_platforms

The VW / Audi Group, Including Seat, Skoda, and now some Porsche models as well.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volkswagen_Group_MQB_platform

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volkswagen_Group_MLB_platform

Interestingly this can play to our advantage in maintenance terms as many of the exact same interchangeable parts are cheaper from a Seat or Skoda dealer, than from a VW or Audi dealer.

[Clint_D]

@Anesthetist:

I’d consider a tune some day, if I could get Darci to go along with it. My car is an automatic, I haven’t driven a stick since my WRX. I miss the car but not a clutch in rush hour. The GTI is a good balance for us. Good family car and a lot of fun.

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I managed to sneak a few major upgrades past my wife. Had the following installed last week on my BMW: intercooler, cold air intake, charge pipes, downpipe, muffler, JB4 tune.

Luckily, she just thinks I did the muffler and tune 

[Appfaff]

#prostatus

Post a YouTube vid of the exhaust when you get a chance!

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[organisys]

..reminds me, I did those few mods on my little Polo last week, told the insurance company and they promptly cancelled my policy ! 

Great, I said, what about the outstanding claim I have with you where some ****  ??? reversed into me? 

[Clint_D]

Here’s a quick and dirty cold start from the other day:

[Appfaff]

Awesome @Clint_D - hope you are enjoying it!

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[Clint_D]

I am! It’s been a blast to drive although I’m still getting the hang of it.

[Appfaff]

I can only imagine. I almost snagged a 135 coupe a few months ago for autocross, but could never find ones that matched my req. seems like you found a true gem for sure!

Hopefully I can check it out soon

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[louisbosco]

^ i've been so tempted to get an m135 hatch (non LCI) 2011-13 recently. the prices for them are decent. and there's are whole world out there. i've seen a couple of guys in the uk tuning them to about 400-600hp range, including meth injected..

[Clint_D]

Those 135’s are great!  I was tempted by a few 135is but finding one with a 6 speed manual is tough and they’ve held their value incredibly well. The N54 engine with twin turbos has tons of tuning potential!

[Appfaff]

Yeah, that was the problem. People with a coupe, manual with no wrecks and no tune know what they have. Great autocross car tho, and the engine is amazing

Sadly, my dreams of a third car are probably crushed as we are about to go sell our souls to the devil in about 45 minutes lol [emoji23]

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[Clint_D]

Uh oh, what are you buying Adam???

[Clint_D]

A close friend and I knocked out this project last week.  His wife was in a minor wreck so we took the opportunity to make  a few upgrades.  He's getting a lift, tires and roof rack for it in the coming weeks.  He's in the bottom pic wearing some IH9634's I hooked him up with.

[Appfaff]

Damn that looks sick!! No more Fender benders for her!  I love pre-runner style GXs - and the headlights and new grille look awesome

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