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sammysalsa · 02-08-2010, 07:07 AM

Hey Guys,
I have just had the APR stage 1 Flash and the Carbonio Cold air intake added to my GTI truelly awesome, though the Intake was a bitch to fit, the OEM intake is a crappy little plastic piece, love the look of the carbon too. I am thinking now what my next project should be, can you guys give me some idea, i am thinking sway bars but that is going to cost loads on $, anything on this car that can be updated/changed that is a cheap fix? love this car already just want to keep the projects rollings.

Any suggestions on what to do next? Sway Bar etc, Exhaust? Does anyone know of a great exhaust for the 2008 FSI GTI, is the TSI really that much better than the FSI?

Nuggzie · 02-08-2010, 09:40 AM

Get some low (springs or cup kit or coils, i prefer coils)....

Start here to get some ideas of parts and stuff. There are lots of sites that sell dub parts.

http://estore.websitepros.com/1936008/StoreFront.bok (owned by one of MFG's very own)

cbursten · 02-08-2010, 09:44 AM

Threads merged

D.Light · 02-08-2010, 12:26 PM

After stage 1 do stage 2, it only makes sense

hambone64 · 02-08-2010, 08:07 PM

like D.light else said, Stage 2... but make sure you get a downpipe first, and maybe a new dv/bov

rev. oscar · 02-08-2010, 10:11 PM

coils and exhaust

07GTIMYFAST · 02-09-2010, 12:55 AM

rear sway bar and downpipe.

< $500

then you can get stage 2 software for free (or labor charge)

Then save up for coilovers or cup kit whichever you decide on.

sayyid1 · 02-09-2010, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sammysalsa

Hey Guys,
I have just had the APR stage 1 Flash and the Carbonio Cold air intake added to my GTI truelly awesome, though the Intake was a bitch to fit, the OEM intake is a crappy little plastic piece, love the look of the carbon too. I am thinking now what my next project should be, can you guys give me some idea, i am thinking sway bars but that is going to cost loads on $, anything on this car that can be updated/changed that is a cheap fix? love this car already just want to keep the projects rollings.

Any suggestions on what to do next? Sway Bar etc, Exhaust? Does anyone know of a great exhaust for the 2008 FSI GTI, is the TSI really that much better than the FSI?

I guess it really depends on what is most important to you. If its handling, than go with some lowering springs from h and r or a rear sway bar.

If its speed, than go with an ebay downpipe so you can go to stage 2+. They are cheap and so far for me reliable. Ive had mine for about 15k and no problems so far. plus it sounds oh so good.

If your techi than get a boost guage.

Jus10 · 02-09-2010, 05:31 PM

Hate to thread jack but I don't want to start a new one...

Question is regarding the handling difference between a cup kit and coilovers. Are coilover THAT much better? I do like the idea of being able to raise and lower the car because I'd like to for winter/summer seasons but I don't know if it's worth twice the price...

I'll need something because my strut is slightly bent and I'll need at least the cup kit to replace it.

xcrazydx · 02-09-2010, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sammysalsa

Hey Guys,
I have just had the APR stage 1 Flash and the Carbonio Cold air intake added to my GTI truelly awesome, though the Intake was a bitch to fit, the OEM intake is a crappy little plastic piece, love the look of the carbon too. I am thinking now what my next project should be, can you guys give me some idea, i am thinking sway bars but that is going to cost loads on $, anything on this car that can be updated/changed that is a cheap fix? love this car already just want to keep the projects rollings.

Any suggestions on what to do next? Sway Bar etc, Exhaust? Does anyone know of a great exhaust for the 2008 FSI GTI, is the TSI really that much better than the FSI?

First, sell the carbonio and get an intake that is more efficient. Second get a downpipe and then stage 2 flash. I would also recommend a catch can. Coilovers and tints.

2010GTI · 02-09-2010, 09:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xcrazydx

First, sell the carbonio and get an intake that is more efficient. Second get a downpipe and then stage 2 flash. I would also recommend a catch can. Coilovers and tints.

why would you sell the carbonario intake? I was thinking about getting this for my MK6, is there something I should know about?

What intake would you recommend?

Thanks.

07GTIMYFAST · 02-10-2010, 03:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2010GTI

why would you sell the carbonario intake? I was thinking about getting this for my MK6, is there something I should know about?

What intake would you recommend?

Thanks.

the carbanario intake for the fsi is just added on to the stock intake system, so the air has to flow thru the stock airbox thus defeating the purpose of having a more efficent flowing intake. the TSI intake is different and is pretty much like every other intake made for the TSI.

xcrazydx · 02-10-2010, 05:24 PM

exactly what he said^^ if u have an fsi the carbonio is a waste because its still using the restrictive stock airbox. Tsi is diiferent though.

02-08-2010, 07:07 AM	#1
sammysalsa Dubber In Training Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 16	Hey Guys, I have just had the APR stage 1 Flash and the Carbonio Cold air intake added to my GTI truelly awesome, though the Intake was a bitch to fit, the OEM intake is a crappy little plastic piece, love the look of the carbon too. I am thinking now what my next project should be, can you guys give me some idea, i am thinking sway bars but that is going to cost loads on $, anything on this car that can be updated/changed that is a cheap fix? love this car already just want to keep the projects rollings. Any suggestions on what to do next? Sway Bar etc, Exhaust? Does anyone know of a great exhaust for the 2008 FSI GTI, is the TSI really that much better than the FSI? Last edited by cbursten; 02-08-2010 at 09:44 AM..

02-08-2010, 09:40 AM	#2
Nuggzie WOAGTERFEST BABY...!!! Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Manassas, VA Posts: 1,921	Re: Stage 1 Flash What Now Get some low (springs or cup kit or coils, i prefer coils).... Start here to get some ideas of parts and stuff. There are lots of sites that sell dub parts. http://estore.websitepros.com/1936008/StoreFront.bok (owned by one of MFG's very own) __________________ 2009 GTI 2.0T Black Magic Waterfest 16 Survivor 35% Tint - Neuspeed P-Flo Intake(Red) - NewSouth Indigo TurboPod - Neuspeed Torque Mount Insert - 42DD Street Series Downpipe (Non-resonated) - H&R Premium Coils - ESE color matched side markers - Unitronic Stage 2 - Badgeless grill - Custom license plate mount - Charleston Rims (485/1200) - Forge Front Mount Intercooler (Twintercooler) - To be continued...

02-08-2010, 12:26 PM	#4
D.Light Brings The Ruckus Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: 407 Posts: 6,252	Re: What wud yuo suggest to do next after Stage1 Flash? After stage 1 do stage 2, it only makes sense __________________ That Ain't Kool-Aid Up In MY Cup, I stay Sippin That Purple-Oil

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hambone64 Jedi Dubber Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Cupertino, CA Posts: 263	Re: What wud yuo suggest to do next after Stage1 Flash? like D.light else said, Stage 2... but make sure you get a downpipe first, and maybe a new dv/bov

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rev. oscar Dubber In Training Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 9	Re: What wud yuo suggest to do next after Stage1 Flash? coils and exhaust __________________ The few... the proud... the lowered. Its an elite club reserved for the ballers. www.westcoasteuroclub.com

02-09-2010, 05:31 PM	#9
Jus10 Jedi Dubber Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 319	Re: What wud yuo suggest to do next after Stage1 Flash? Hate to thread jack but I don't want to start a new one... Question is regarding the handling difference between a cup kit and coilovers. Are coilover THAT much better? I do like the idea of being able to raise and lower the car because I'd like to for winter/summer seasons but I don't know if it's worth twice the price... I'll need something because my strut is slightly bent and I'll need at least the cup kit to replace it. __________________ - '08 CW GTI - APR Stage 1 - H&R Sport Cup Kit - H&R RSB -

02-10-2010, 05:24 PM	#13
xcrazydx Gudda Gudda Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: 8 5 0 Age: 27 Posts: 1,217	Re: What wud yuo suggest to do next after Stage1 Flash? exactly what he said^^ if u have an fsi the carbonio is a waste because its still using the restrictive stock airbox. Tsi is diiferent though. __________________ Stg 2 GIAC, Neuspeed Pflow, 42DD catless non resonated downpipe, 42DD o2 spacer, Noise pipe delete, 42DD catch can, New South boost gauge, Votex full body kit, 15% tint, Blacked out emblems, HID fog lights, HID city lights, HID interior and license plate lights, Open air fog vents, Clear side markers, Kicker L5 12" woofer powered by JL monoblock

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