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  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: Introduce Yourself to My Fast GTI (NEW MEMBERS START HERE)

    Welcome to MFG, Use this thread to Introduce yourself to everyone! whether your old school Vdubber or new to the VW scene, We welcome you to My Fast...

    Started by Fast Freddie, 10-19-2006 02:35 PM
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  3. Sticky Thread Sticky: Must Watch Video

    Must Watch http://www.albinoblacksheep.com/flash/posting

    Started by D.Light, 01-03-2010 07:05 PM
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    04-25-2013 04:46 PM Go to last post
  4. Sticky Thread Sticky: VW GTI 2.0t Engine break-in period discussion.

    Hi All, My MkV GTI DSG is due for delivery in the next couple of weeks. I'm looking for tips for breaking in the car. Any help appreciated,...

    Started by mrbungle, 03-10-2006 03:25 PM
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  5. Sticky Thread Sticky: How To Read Tire Sizes

    Okay, so in light of recent events here on MFG, I've decided to take it upon myself to write up a quick little thread on how to read a tire size. ...

    Started by miseryindeath, 01-05-2011 06:31 AM
    aspect ratio, tire, tire sizes, tires
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  6. Sticky Thread Sticky: Explained: MKVI..MKV..MKIV..MKIII..MKII..MKI

    GTI models are designated by Roman numerals, and are as follows: MKI MKII MKIII

    Started by 07GTIMYFAST, 10-07-2010 11:33 PM
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  7. Sticky Thread Sticky: Abbreviations

    can someone please make an abbreviation thread

    Started by Sidnakit, 01-24-2011 01:53 AM
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  8. Exclamation Sticky Thread Sticky: New members start here!

    The Newbie and FAQ area is a good place to get started if you are new to MYFASTGTI or forum based websites. We always ask that you search for an...

    Started by kennix, 10-08-2010 11:34 AM
    faq, new member, newbie
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  1. New GTI owner, already having issues

    So I just got back from an tour overseas and finally got myself a GTI like I'd wanted for a while. 2003 20th anniversary, already had plenty of...

    Started by antipaladin, 05-10-2013 06:16 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    05-11-2013 10:23 AM Go to last post
  2. Potentially unanswered ECU flash question? (searched and read every thread I found)

    I'm curious about the warranty stuff that gets beat to death and I didn't want to start another thread about it, but I didn't see any mention of...

    Started by mikejsmith1985, 05-05-2013 07:33 PM
    ecu, mods, warranty
    • Replies: 4
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    05-07-2013 07:54 PM Go to last post
  3. Hello everyone. Fixing to buy a mk6. Either 2012 or 2013

    What should I look for when looking at new or used mk6's? And this will be my first gti. I want to make it a nice show car with a little go. Stage 1...

    Started by Tylerhedger, 04-07-2013 12:01 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    04-30-2013 04:53 PM Go to last post
  4. I am a GTI Noob.

    So I just bought a 2007 GTI at a dealership yesterday. From what I understand, the car has been APR chipped. I've heard stage one, and i've also...

    Started by PatDamanGTI, 04-26-2013 01:17 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    04-26-2013 02:51 PM Go to last post
  5. New MKV GTI Owner

    Names Anthony, from Greenville SC; Just bought my first GTI, always liked the GTI. 2007 GTI in Candy White, Leather, 4Door, 6 speed MT (no pics...

    Started by TheFaulk, 04-18-2013 12:30 AM
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    04-24-2013 02:18 PM Go to last post
  6. Looking to buy

    I test drove a 08' GTI with 40k and fell in love. But unfortuanly can't buy from that dealer. (They are both Automatics) I found an 09' GTI with...

    Started by Beachbaby902, 04-22-2013 04:47 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 291
    04-23-2013 10:57 AM Go to last post
  7. Just bought a 2013 GTI 2 door base. Moving from a X5 4.8i

    Hey all. Figured I'd drop by and introduce myself. You'll see me around the forum asking newbie questions for a while (if I can't find the answer via...

    Started by idriveastick, 04-21-2013 12:24 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    04-22-2013 05:52 AM Go to last post
  8. Hi Everyone Im Confused Please Help

    HI guys. OK Im looking to buy my first VW now loving the GTI style for years Im now looking to get one. Speaking to some off my friends and some of...

    Started by Flex1493, 03-17-2013 09:28 AM
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    04-21-2013 05:26 PM Go to last post
  9. VII question

    Can someone tell me why I cannot have 19'' wheels combined with sunroof on my planned new GTI VII??

    Started by Oleander, 04-16-2013 11:36 AM
    sunroof 19''wheels
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    04-17-2013 08:34 AM Go to last post
  10. intro about to buy my first GTI

    Hi all I'm about to buy my first GTI, it a 08, FSI engine, 2door, black, with the plaid seats. Its got 74,000miles on it but it rides and runs...

    Started by wyos10er, 04-15-2013 11:00 AM
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    04-15-2013 11:26 AM Go to last post
  11. (RE) Introducing myself.

    Im so glad to be back at my fast GTI. I was the guy with the beat up mk3 that needed a door. I ended up trading it for a motorcycle after the VR6 was...

    Started by BAMA, 04-11-2013 11:00 AM
    • Replies: 5
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    04-13-2013 08:34 AM Go to last post
  12. 2001 GTi VR6 rebuilt 02J EHC transmission will not go in first

    Hey everyone please help me I have spent over $1500 rebuilding my 02J EHC trans with my dad who used to be a master mechanic for GM and all of the...

    Started by theshortbus38, 04-07-2013 06:07 PM
    02j transmission, needhelp, vr6 gti 2001
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  13. Is it to late to apr stage 1???

    Hey everyone I'm looking for some advice I have a black 07 gti 2.0 fsi and I am at abou 100000 miles. Is it too late to go stage one??

    Started by Finvw, 04-05-2013 09:16 AM
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    04-07-2013 05:17 AM Go to last post
  14. Hi all

    Finally got my GTI. Been wanting one for a while now, the dealership I work for (Rusty Wallis VW) got me a great deal on a 2013 GTI 4dr with 6 speed...

    Started by Stinky Weasel Teets, 03-28-2013 06:52 PM
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    04-03-2013 04:16 AM Go to last post
  15. Hello, new here

    Hello to all. I'm new here and to GTI's. I purchased my 13 GTI a couple of days ago. I'm really enjoying it so far. My signature has the pic.

    Started by Front Runner, 03-31-2013 06:53 PM
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    04-01-2013 07:26 PM Go to last post
  16. Oh hi there

    Hi, new to these forums, not new to the scene or to VW's. I've had my Rave Green GTI for about 7 years now. It sits on Rokkor coils and 18x8.5 front...

    Started by Hellaflush, 03-24-2013 05:43 PM
    • Replies: 5
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    03-26-2013 04:03 PM Go to last post
  17. Long time VWguy new GTI guy

    Just got home with my "new" 09 GTI I LOVE THE F&(N THNING I love the noise when it starts, the noise when its idle the noise during driving and the...

    Started by VWguy, 03-17-2013 03:07 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    03-25-2013 09:56 AM Go to last post
  18. old vw guy future gti guy

    I have owned 6 ( VR6,1.3 euro golf,TDI,2.5 sportwagon) currently have 012 passat my 99 wolfy just got totaled which is what brings me here as I was...

    Started by VWguy, 03-02-2013 05:53 PM
    • Replies: 9
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    03-25-2013 09:43 AM Go to last post
  19. Car for family

    Hi to all.. I am using Esteem for a long time and my family also..it was perform good,but i will plan a new car for my family so please suggest me a...

    Started by jay2586, 03-20-2013 08:34 AM
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    03-21-2013 09:59 AM Go to last post
  20. Cool Allow me to introduce myself...

    Hello everybody! New to this site and as a matter of fact I am completely new to VW's! Bought my first 2008.5 MK5 TSI(CBFA). The car is still bone...

    Started by Booster2.0, 03-07-2013 07:10 PM
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    03-20-2013 08:22 AM Go to last post
  21. New to the V-Dub Club

    Hey Everyone! Brand new to the forum and to VW. Just got my 2013 GTI last week and loooove it! I got the base, black, manual, plaid seats. Such...

    Started by Marbles, 02-25-2013 08:24 AM
    • Replies: 14
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    03-19-2013 06:51 PM Go to last post
  22. Dont hurt me!!LOLz.. sorry GLI inside running from vortex! AZ

    Hey im Kyl from Phx, Az Have a 07 Fahrenheit GLI #1042 Bought it stock with 49k back in July and just love the car! So far im sport dropped on...

    Started by fahrenlow, 02-20-2013 07:36 PM
    • Replies: 11
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    03-18-2013 01:22 PM Go to last post
  23. new bie need help.

    Hello everyone, i just sold my twin turbo 350z to jump in vw world. i just bought my first vw couple day ago. the old owner told me it is 2000 golf...

    Started by blablabla, 03-17-2013 02:12 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    03-17-2013 02:12 PM Go to last post
  24. Tuning/Key fob question

    I apologize in advance for this noob question but I tried searching the forum to find an answer for this. I recently bought a used 2011 GTI,...

    Started by Snuffcan, 03-10-2013 09:03 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    03-11-2013 08:43 AM Go to last post
  25. Finally! Mkvi :)

    I finally got back into a GTI after almost two years of being stuck in a Chevy Cruze... My first car was a black '02 MKIV and owned her for six...

    Started by jezzabelle, 03-04-2013 08:20 AM
    • Replies: 18
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    03-09-2013 04:48 PM Go to last post
  26. Newbie in Fairfax VA, currently MKV shopping!

    Hey kids, I'm still VW-less, but currently shopping for an MKV DSG GTI as a daily driver. Some of my first car-related memories were in an...

    Started by Slimklim, 03-04-2013 11:10 AM
    • Replies: 4
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    03-05-2013 01:10 PM Go to last post
  27. just got my gti

    hello all. drove 3 hrs to pick up my "new to me" 08 gti 6 speed. I must say im in love with this car already. ive owned a 97 vr6 jetta back in the...

    Started by jmiller458, 03-02-2013 12:10 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    03-04-2013 01:42 PM Go to last post
  28. Stoked new Veedub owner

    Hello all! Just took delivery of a 2012 stick and am overjoyed! This will be my second GTI, however, my first was a '96. In 1996 VW had two GTIs,...

    Started by FOWVAY, 02-24-2013 11:23 AM
    • Replies: 2
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    02-24-2013 04:09 PM Go to last post
  29. Advice on tire rub.

    Hey guys, just bought a 2012 GTI and am new to the forum. Glad to be a part of the community! I'm thinking about installing some modest springs...

    Started by FOWVAY, 02-23-2013 07:34 AM
    • Replies: 3
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    02-23-2013 10:27 AM Go to last post
  30. Newbie with cornfeed 20th

    Hey just wanted to drop in and say hi. I have Frankenturbo 20th ae that is on e98 with too many mods to list. 005e by Botman7390, on Flickr

    Started by Franken20th, 02-20-2013 12:02 PM
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    02-21-2013 10:16 PM Go to last post
  31. Newbie to thread 99 gti

    Well first off just bought my 99 gti 2.0 aka 2.slow. Drove 4 hours to get it, test drove her everything ok!!!! Started to drive back home maybe a...

    Started by Streetking863, 02-17-2013 07:51 PM
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  32. Another GTI - 2010 VW GTI

    Hi, My first VW was a 1983 Rabbit GTI - color red. Sad to say it was totaled in a car accident 3 years later. :( So here we are 27 years...

    Started by gggti, 02-06-2013 10:08 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    02-16-2013 07:43 AM Go to last post
  33. Hey !!

    Hey guys ! Just introducing myself (: I'm a newbie to the forums I have a 2009 GTI These are my mods

    Started by qraSmn, 02-13-2013 12:49 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    02-14-2013 07:55 AM Go to last post
  34. Please allow me to introduce myself

    Good Morning- My name is Frank and I am a first time GTI owner. Just bought a 2011 GTI yesterday.....Looking forward to becoming a part of the...

    Started by Snuffcan, 02-11-2013 10:01 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 276
    02-13-2013 08:01 AM Go to last post
  35. My GTI story

    Hello all! I'm glad to be a part of this awesome forum.. A bit about how I came about getting my mkv(07) gti. So it all began about 4...

    Started by xavier7, 02-09-2013 11:11 AM
    • Replies: 2
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    02-09-2013 08:37 PM Go to last post
  36. Into

    The names Jimmy, I currently have a 2007 GTI and I'm a motorcycle tecnician by trade. Glad to be a member of the forum...

    Started by JimmyMacDougall, 02-07-2013 08:54 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 109
    02-07-2013 08:54 AM Go to last post
  37. Happy to be here!

    Hey all, New to the boards but I have been lurking for a couple of days. Just brought home my new 2012 GTI!! Anybody in the Atlanta area and...

    Started by Flippharetta, 12-26-2012 07:17 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 299
    01-28-2013 02:06 PM Go to last post
  38. New user on forum

    Had my orange farenheight since 07. I love this car so much it even matches my hair color.

    Started by Gumball Orange, 01-25-2013 07:22 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    01-25-2013 08:53 PM Go to last post
  39. Thumbs up New

    Hello everyone

    Started by padriver, 01-13-2013 11:02 AM
    • Replies: 3
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    01-14-2013 09:15 AM Go to last post
  40. MK4 GTI owner from Warminster, PA

    Hey everyone my name is Mike and I own an '06 Silverstone MK4 GTI 1.8T. I just picked this car up a few months ago after my recent Dodge took a ****...

    Started by Sublime1304, 01-10-2013 09:14 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 304
    01-12-2013 07:20 PM Go to last post

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