2010 MKVI JSW Jetta Sportwagen / Golf Wagon Modification Thread

[Slo.Mo.Shun]

go for the 45s

[kooma]

go for the 45s

okay then. thanks for the help.

[2000bora2.0]

got some proper pics from my friend Ryan. Thought he did an awesome job!

What size are the tires? I just put on some B7 S4 split seven spokes on my JSW. They are 18X8 +42, but the tires are 235/40, and I'm afraid they're gonna rub once i put the coilovers on. They be lookin WIDE up front...

Did you roll/pull?

[rootrider]

Did you roll/pull?

pulling fenders is very different from rolling... you can tell he hasn't pulled the fenders just from that photo.

[2000bora2.0]

pulling fenders is very different from rolling... you can tell he hasn't pulled the fenders just from that photo.

Sweet. Thanks for your $.02

[ToeBall]

pulling fenders is very different from rolling... you can tell he hasn't pulled the fenders just from that photo.

Rolled...


IMG_0422 by Toe_Ball, on Flickr

IMG_0426 by Toe_Ball, on Flickr

Pulled...


IMG_0430 by Toe_Ball, on Flickr

IMG_0431 by Toe_Ball, on Flickr

The difference is also exaggerated because the wheels were shaved from ET35 to ET42, but you get the idea. The car's a bit more Coke bottle shaped.


CRW_5652 by Toe_Ball, on Flickr

[kraftwerkb6]

they are rolled. not pulled.

[sportwagen rick]

Started thinking about selling it.

[JETTAWOLFS98]

Wow, really why?

Started thinking about selling it.

[sportwagen rick]

Wow, really why?

Mostly that my needs have somewhat changed.

[kraftwerkb6]

Golf R?
or getting out of VW?

[2000bora2.0]

they are rolled. not pulled.

Thanks man. I also wanted to know what size tires you're running

[ToeBall]

Started thinking about selling it.

It's a shame, yours is one of my favorite JSW's.

[kraftwerkb6]

Thanks man. I also wanted to know what size tires you're running

yea i forgot, ill look at lunch.

[kraftwerkb6]

It's a shame, yours is one of my favorite JSW's.

ditto. so whats next?

[shirtsTDI]

It's a shame, yours is one of my favorite JSW's.

X3. So many of us are always anticipating what you are going to do next with your JSW. Now we are just going to be depressed.

[ToeBall]

Oh, on mine that's easy. I'll be putting in the S3 intercooler coming out of my Golf R when I put the upgrade in that. Also, my rain/light sensor came in so when I can find the time I'll have to do that too.

[sportwagen rick]

Golf R?
or getting out of VW?

It's a shame, yours is one of my favorite JSW's.

ditto. so whats next?

X3. So many of us are always anticipating what you are going to do next with your JSW. Now we are just going to be depressed.

Nothing for sure yet. If I put it up for sale it would be for it as is with all the mods and at a price that justifies that, i.e. would only sell if the right person comes along wanting it modded. I've no desire to start parting it. I still love the car, don't get me wrong. I'm only starting to think about it because I'm starting to realize how much I need a truck—something big and diesel. The big thing that is holding me back, aside from really still enjoying the car, is that the fuel economy of the wagen still makes the most sense for my commute.

[kraftwerkb6]

Oh, on mine that's easy. I'll be putting in the S3 intercooler coming out of my Golf R when I put the upgrade in that. Also, my rain/light sensor came in so when I can find the time I'll have to do that too.

oh yea i forgot you had a R now, im jelly.

[kraftwerkb6]

Nothing for sure yet. If I put it up for sale it would be for it as is with all the mods and at a price that justifies that, i.e. would only sell if the right person comes along wanting it modded. I've no desire to start parting it. I still love the car, don't get me wrong. I'm only starting to think about it because I'm starting to realize how much I need a truck—something big and diesel. The big thing that is holding me back, aside from really still enjoying the car, is that the fuel economy of the wagen still makes the most sense for my commute.

dude, get a ford raptor and forget about the fuel eco.
couple dudes in town have them, every time i see one, i want one and think how the wagon sucks and i want a raptor lol. or a big power wagon. lol. so stupid for me but would be fun.

[JETTAWOLFS98]

Keep us posted, more than one (including me) would like to land our hands on your JSW.

Nothing for sure yet. If I put it up for sale it would be for it as is with all the mods and at a price that justifies that, i.e. would only sell if the right person comes along wanting it modded. I've no desire to start parting it. I still love the car, don't get me wrong. I'm only starting to think about it because I'm starting to realize how much I need a truck—something big and diesel. The big thing that is holding me back, aside from really still enjoying the car, is that the fuel economy of the wagen still makes the most sense for my commute.

[timmiller05]

What do you guys think? 18x8 18x9 boxter wheels on the wagen? Got them on a trade in the other day....

[tdi-jsw]

What do you guys think? 18x8 18x9 boxter wheels on the wagen? Got them on a trade in the other day....

I think they are SWEET..put some of the Porsche color center caps in there and roll them all day!!!

[cwescapexlt4x4]

Agreed, i think they should look good on the JSW

[timmiller05]

I think they are SWEET..put some of the Porsche color center caps in there and roll them all day!!!

I would most likely run black porsche caps unless I can figure out a VW cap that fits...

[thebarker]

are Porsche wheels not 5x130? are you running adapters if so?

[timmiller05]

are Porsche wheels not 5x130? are you running adapters if so?

Yes you are correct. I already have 15mm and 22mm adapters which im using already with my Keskin kt2's

[thebarker]

Yes you are correct. I already have 15mm and 22mm adapters which im using already with my Keskin kt2's

very nice, look forwards to seeing them on!

[zagato27]

What do you guys think? 18x8 18x9 boxter wheels on the wagen? Got them on a trade in the other day....

Those are gonna look awesome! Can't wait to see them. Porsche center cap would add some nice color but it's not going on Porsche. Just wouldn't feel right. I'm sure you'll get that figured out. Cheers

[timmiller05]

Only thing im kind of worried about is the extra rubbing. I already rub with 8.5" et30 and im going to 9" et28... however im running just a bit of camber right now and can mess with that auite a bit. I don't like the look of TOO much camber though

[rootrider]

Only thing im kind of worried about is the extra rubbing. I already rub with 8.5" et30 and im going to 9" et28... however im running just a bit of camber right now and can mess with that auite a bit. I don't like the look of TOO much camber though

haha... rubbing is definitely going to be an issue for you. I started to tear into my fenders up front after I added the 10mm spacers (to clear my brakes). You'll be adding a similar amount when going to those wheels.

You're already pretty stretched now as well, right?

[macscac]

So I will leave this shop unnamed as they are actively engaged in fixing this problem.....

Last week I got a nail in my tire. About an inch from the side wall
Extremely low leak. My tpms would alarm every other day so I guess I was losing a lb a day or so
Anyhow, no one wants to patch or plug a tire anymore due to liability reasons...
I was not about to replace a tire that had less than 10k on it so I found someone

After it was repaired, they let a brand new person mount the tire back on the rim ( the new DID NOT do the tire repair)

This person wrecked the f*ck out of my rim. Scrapes like curbing all around the outer rim
Deep scrapes inside each lug from using a nut that was too big
Also some deep scratches inside a spoke. How the F?!?!?
When he took the weights off, he used a screwdriver to pry them off and gouged the crap out of that area. Not to mention left all the adhesive everywhere
Also minute scratches all around

I was beyond furious

The shop manager apologized profusely and offered to buy a new wheel
However, the manufacturer has a four month back order
So I agreed that I would find an alloy repair guy and have it fixed and re powder coated
They will foot the bill and if the repair isn't perfect, they will buy a new wheel

So here I am, rolling retarded on one stock Porto on snows

I took a couple photos but it's midnight with a camera phone. Hard to capture all the wreckage

Just my .o2
Be aware of who is touching your car
Yes. I am aware it's just a Jetta. But it's my Jetta. And I baby her

[sportwagen rick]

dude, get a ford raptor and forget about the fuel eco.
couple dudes in town have them, every time i see one, i want one and think how the wagon sucks and i want a raptor lol. or a big power wagon. lol. so stupid for me but would be fun.

Power Wagon is pretty dope, and along the lines of what I'd want. My first choice would be a GMC 3500HD, Crew Cab, Dually, long bed. All the big trucks are $$ though. I'd have to sell the wagen and then probably daily drive one of our other cars for a while to save up more for a down payment to get a realistic payment on one, lol.

Keep us posted, more than one (including me) would like to land our hands on your JSW.

Dang, but you're so far away. I'll post a link in my sig when/if it goes up for sale.

[sportwagen rick]

Only thing im kind of worried about is the extra rubbing. I already rub with 8.5" et30 and im going to 9" et28... however im running just a bit of camber right now and can mess with that auite a bit. I don't like the look of TOO much camber though

Tim, wheels are boss. Can't wait to see them mounted. But, yeah you're probably gonna rub pretty good.

[sportwagen rick]

macsac,
I hear you. I hate hate hate having to have other people work on my car...especially tire shops. 99% of the tire places I've had to deal with have some bone head doing things, who doesn't give a crap about doing a quality job.