[RPS99SHO]

I have been busy lately. In the last few weeks I have done a mufflerectomy, converted the rear to a GTI-style exhaust, got new (more TDI-relevant) custom tags and lowered on VW Driver Gear (eibach linear) springs.
Stock exhaust and old tag:

New exhaust and tag:

Stock suspension:

Lowered:

 

[RPS99SHO]

Here are the new ride height measurements (sorry don't have stock ones), taken from ground to fender:
Left front: 25 1/8"
Left rear: 25 5/8"
Right front: 25 1/8"
Right rear: 25 7/8"
The springs definitely give the car a rake, which I love. It isn't slammed, it's a very mature lowered suspension. Retains stock-ish ride quality (seems a tad more bouncy, but not bad at all). I haven't had a chance to test if it actually handles better, given the weather and all-season tires, but I have my doubts as to whether or not there is a measurable difference. And sorry about the dirty car. It's winter.

EDIT: I have gotten many questions regarding my exhaust and picture requests. This is the best I can do without a lift.

 

[50mpg]

Very nice exhaust mod! Is the silver section where the mufflers shoudl be? Sound clip? You can definitely see the difference in ride height.

 

[chittychittybangbang]

+1 on sound clip

:thumbsup

 

[RPS99SHO]

Very nice exhaust mod! Is the silver section where the mufflers shoudl be? Sound clip? You can definitely see the difference in ride height.

Yep the silver piping replaced the muffler. Guys, if you want a sound clip go start up your car. It will sound just like that. Seriously.


~ Roman

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[Keithuk]

Yes these chrome tail pipes have been talked about before http://www.myturbodiesel.com/forum/f7/chrome-exhaust-tips-4193/

 

[RPS99SHO]

Keith these are actually gti tips. And they're stainless steel not chrome. I also don't see them getting black with as little as this car emits.


~ Roman

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[Keithuk]

Yes sorry I just saw the first pic with the twin pipes.

Happy New Year.

 

[RPS99SHO]

Added new exhaust pics.

 

[rawauto1]

Just Joined.

Hi Guys
Just joined, I hope to pick up some tips and tricks from you guys in the future.
Thanks.

 

[Keithuk]

So the GTI rear box fits straight off with the GTI rear lower guard then?

 

[RPS99SHO]

So the GTI rear box fits straight off with the GTI rear lower guard then?

Yup.


~ Roman

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