Hey guys, so i've been noticing my boost has been peaking at 17 holding 16 with my unitronic stage 2 tune. The power is noticeably down from last year when it was peaking 21-22 holding 20. I got my 40k oil filter change yesterday and my intake manifold replaced last month. What could be wrong? Also, what does none tuned gti's hold and peak at? I feel like the tune was turned off from the dealer. Thanks for any help.
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Low Boost
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jad413
Ready to race!
- Location
- Thomaston,Connecticut
It's cold out. Doesn't need as much boost to hit target torque. 17 peak is still way higher than stock at these temps. I'm on DM stage 2 and getting right around the same boost.
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hmm, okay true. thanks man
jad413
Ready to race!
- Location
- Thomaston,Connecticut
It's been dipping into the teens here lately I'm lucky to pull 15psi when it's this cold. I actually used to hit higher numbers on stage 1 last winter but having a downpipe seems to make a big difference in how much boost is needed.
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Got yah. I wish I remembered what my boost was at last winter. Just hope its back peaking normal 20's in the summer.
nkresho
suck, squish, bang, blow
- Location
- Pittsburgh
- Car(s)
- 2022 Q3
Check your temp gauge too. I had an issue with my thermostat sticking open and the car limited boost in the midrange for me. You want the needle sticking straight up after it's warmed up.
http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=190575
http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=190575
Needle is in the middle. I suppose Jad413 is right. The cold weather may not allow the turbo to spool as well in the warmer weather even if the car is properly warmed up.
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Is there a kink in the hose? Or is there a way to adjust the needle on the back of the gauge.
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Is there a kink in the hose? Or is there a way to adjust the needle on the back of the gauge.
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nkresho
suck, squish, bang, blow
- Location
- Pittsburgh
- Car(s)
- 2022 Q3
Temp gauge looks good. Boost gauge could use a tweaking.
Wow, very simple. Thanks so much!
LilRaverBoi
Optometrist Prime
- Location
- Cedar Rapids, IA
Nice...thanks for that vid. I have the same gauge and it has always read a little low. Kinda wondered how to adjust it.
NewSouth gauge in the vent pod is a great upgrade, though. Matches the interior perfectly and still keeps the vent flow usable.
NewSouth gauge in the vent pod is a great upgrade, though. Matches the interior perfectly and still keeps the vent flow usable.