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Had some misfires about about 3 months ago and learned it was one failing coil. Replaced all 4 coils and all was well until this past Saturday. Motor started to sound "throaty". Similar sound to a WRX. I have no check engine lights, no loss of power, just sounds different all of a sudden. I...

Finally going to buy myself a Short Shifter. I've narrowed it down to two options: APR kit: https://www.goapr.com/products/short_shifter_trans_6mt.html or DieselGeek SS-6 http://www.dieselgeek.com/6_Speed_VW_Short_Shifter_p/ss-sigma6.htm These are very different in design. I was leaning...

Can anyone definitively tell me if there were any changes to the suspension components for a 2009 GTI? I've decided to buy a coilover kit (Tein Euro - GMJ78-1AYB1, 1KAXX-F). I've contacted Tein and they cannot specifically tell me since the Euro coilovers were not designed for the US market...

Recently purchased a D90. Lovin' it so far! Picked up a new lens already: Nikon AF-S DX VR Zoom-NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED http://www.nikonusa.com/Find-Your-Nikon/Product/Camera-Lenses/2159/AF-S-DX-VR-Zoom-NIKKOR-18-200mm-f%252F3.5-5.6G-IF-ED.html I wasn't sure if I really wanted...

http://www.tein.co.jp/e/products/euro.html It's official...these are going to be my next upgrade!!! Check out the video, all of the interior shots are from within a GTI!!! http://www.tein.co.jp/products/nur.html Good stuff here.

I know this topic has been addressed a bunch of times. And, YES, I did utilize the search feature. Please respond if you are using AmsOil in your GTI. If you are not using AmsOil, please do not respond to this thread. AmsOil user: How has your experience been thus far with AmsOil 5w40 Euro...

I've been considering the Canon 50D for a while. I found this kit on Amazon with a good all-around lens: http://www.amazon.com/Canon-50D-Digital-18-200mm-Standard/dp/B001ET6QFO/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1236862521&sr=8-1 Today, I received this from a friend of mine at work...

Has anyone seen this installed? http://www.ecstuning.com/stage/edpd/pagebuild_v2.cgi/?imageID=15859&html=viewimage.html Volkswagen Golf V Mk5 Hood & Bumper Notch Filler Kit FK - Mk5 Hood & Bumper Notch Filler Kit ES#252604 If yes, would you please post a pic or provide a URL. Thanks.

"I performed the recommended WOT pull in 3rd gear and the needle briefly hit 12 PSI on my bone stock '09 TSI engine. I think the the stock peak boost on a bone stock TSI is 12 PSI." That was me 3 weeks ago. Guys...Gotta question for anyone with a Boost gauge and a TSI engine. My gauge no...

Which of these two rear Black options do you prefer? The lower Blacked out: or The inner & lower Blacked out: Never met him, but thanks to iBoost for the use of some photos of his car. :thumbsup:

Does anyone know how this mod is accomplished? I really like the look of the Badgeless grill. Just the Honeycomb looks hot! But how is the cut out where the emblem used to touch the hood replaced?

I completed some searches but could not find a DIY on removing the OEM Vent in order to install an Osir Vent pod. Does anyone have or know of any instructions with respect to removing the OEM vent on the driver's side? I'm installing a New South boost gauge this weekend and would prefer to...

Can anyone tell me what the exact factory fog light bulb is for a 2009 GTI? Is it 9006? H11? Blah? Blah? etc. I've searched all over the forum and I cannot find a direct answer. I'm going to upgrade my Factory low beams to...

Does anyone know if this knob will fit in my '09 MK5?

I picked up my CW '09 GTI 2 days ago and I'm on the prowl for my first mod. I want to purchase the Osir Vent pod with New South Boost Gauge. As I've read through the DIY's regarding boost gauges installs, I realized they are all for the FSI engine. Is the Installation any different on the 2009...

I just picked up my '09 CW GTI 2 days ago. I've searched the forum and can't find any pics of a New South boost gauge installed with an Osir vent pod. Has anyone done this yet? Please post pics if you have them. Thanks.