The ask a stupid question thread

[Aonarch]

Everyone (it seems) on Vortex talks about lowering, dropping, bagging, etc. etc. etc. in an attempt to get nice and cozy with the ground.

My stupid question is a two-parter:

1. Has anyone ever attempted to lift their golf/gti, etc. Esp. an MKVI?

2. Would I be allowed back to Vortex if I did such a thing?

The question has been asked. I think there is a lift kit for the MKV/MKVI but I can't be sure.

[Squirrel Nuts]

Ok, I can finally use this stupid question thread. What happens if I install this Euroswitch instead of the other one everyone seems to use?? I know the difference is it has the coming home feature but I also notice the auto setting. Does this mean I can switch the DRL's on and off without having to use VAGCOM (they are currently disabled in anticipation of this purchase)? Thanks!


http://www.ecstuning.com/Volkswagen-...tch/ES1897090/

[Squirrel Nuts]

The question has been asked. I think there is a lift kit for the MKV/MKVI but I can't be sure.

I think (hope) he was joking.

[evosky]

actually i'd imagine it would be of interest to handicapped folks who need wheelchairs

[Joey Russo]

Ok, I can finally use this stupid question thread. What happens if I install this Euroswitch instead of the other one everyone seems to use?? I know the difference is it has the coming home feature but I also notice the auto setting. Does this mean I can switch the DRL's on and off without having to use VAGCOM (they are currently disabled in anticipation of this purchase)? Thanks!


http://www.ecstuning.com/Volkswagen-...tch/ES1897090/

No, the coming home feature is run through the cecm, not through the switch. The "auto" switch does nothing on that switch. It will act just like a normal euro switch when clicked.

[Squirrel Nuts]

No, the coming home feature is run through the cecm, not through the switch. The "auto" switch does nothing on that switch. It will act just like a normal euro switch when clicked.

Okay, and has anyone ACTUALLY found some good LED's for the city lights that won't throw codes and match the stock Bi-Xenons?? I'm told these are the ones but the guy who has em has a TDI so it may be it didn't throw a code for that model but it will for a GTI. I have these same LED's inside in red.

http://www.ledwholesalers.com/store/...&productId=337

[Yugoslavia1988]

nice thread OP
does gti real valance fit 2.5 golf, i seen a couple of you did a retrofit on the TDIs so im assuming its the same?

[whitepepper]

nice thread OP
does gti real valance fit 2.5 golf, i seen a couple of you did a retrofit on the TDIs so im assuming its the same?

same

[Yugoslavia1988]

same

[Feyd]

The question has been asked. I think there is a lift kit for the MKV/MKVI but I can't be sure.

I know for the mk3/mk4 there was actually a body-lift kit that was available. For the Mk6 the ONLY thing I've seen is a spring kit (I think made by H&R). Essentially the same length springs, but they are stiffer (so they don't droop as much) and only give something like a .5" lift.

Give it time.. someone will do it. The car is just too new right now.

[LAnderson]

Here's my stupid question:

If I get 17" wheels instead of the stock 18" wheels do I have to worry about recalibrating the speedometer or anything?

(You said this was for STUPID questions and I'm pretty sure that qualifies. Sorry!)

[Feyd]

No.... if your new car comes with 17" there is no need to recalibrate. If you are talking about getting some track/winter wheels tires, as long as you stay with the recommended sizes (IE not too tall/too short of a sidewall) you should be fine.

On my MFI there is an option for snow tires where I can increase/decrease the speeds shown on the spedo to accomodate for slightly taller or shorter tires.

[Squirrel Nuts]

Here's my stupid question:

If I get 17" wheels instead of the stock 18" wheels do I have to worry about recalibrating the speedometer or anything?

(You said this was for STUPID questions and I'm pretty sure that qualifies. Sorry!)

You'll be fine.

[LAnderson]

No.... if your new car comes with 17" there is no need to recalibrate. If you are talking about getting some track/winter wheels tires, as long as you stay with the recommended sizes (IE not too tall/too short of a sidewall) you should be fine.

On my MFI there is an option for snow tires where I can increase/decrease the speeds shown on the spedo to accomodate for slightly taller or shorter tires.

No, it came with 18"s. For next winter I think I will buy 17"'s.

[jettaguy88]

No.... if your new car comes with 17" there is no need to recalibrate. If you are talking about getting some track/winter wheels tires, as long as you stay with the recommended sizes (IE not too tall/too short of a sidewall) you should be fine.

On my MFI there is an option for snow tires where I can increase/decrease the speeds shown on the spedo to accomodate for slightly taller or shorter tires.

WRONG

The only thing that setting does is give you a chime warning when you reach the speed you set it at.

[Feyd]

Really? That's lame....

Honestly I just got my car and haven't messed with it other than scroll through the menu, but alludes that you can adjust the speedo.

I stand corrected.

No, it came with 18"s. For next winter I think I will buy 17"'s.

Well since the MFI thing won't work, as mentioned stick to a tire size that's in proportion and you'll be cool.

If you really want to get technical, you can check this out. http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

[ThreadBomber]

No, it came with 18"s. For next winter I think I will buy 17"'s.

If you use either a 225/45R17, or 205/50R17, you will have no problems.

[Joey Russo]

Okay, and has anyone ACTUALLY found some good LED's for the city lights that won't throw codes and match the stock Bi-Xenons?? I'm told these are the ones but the guy who has em has a TDI so it may be it didn't throw a code for that model but it will for a GTI. I have these same LED's inside in red.

http://www.ledwholesalers.com/store/...&productId=337

Shouldn't be an issue... TDI and a GTI are the same in terms of electronics. I recently bought a set off of ebay and they threw codes on my TDI with HID's so I will try these out and report back

[KeithVH]

If you use either a 225/45R17, or 205/50R17, you will have no problems.

...and since skinnier is better for a snow tire, stick to the 205/50R17

Good thread. Everyone play nice.

[Stagger-Lee]

trying to remove the valve stems on my flat fives but they keep spinning on me. any tips on how to get them out?

[Squirrel Nuts]

Everyone play nice.

Don't we always?

[Smrtypants44]

WRONG

The only thing that setting does is give you a chime warning when you reach the speed you set it at.

Isnt that the speed warning? In my MFI the snow tires option has +/- and then numbers which correspond to percentages not mph.

[acdelco]

this is the perfect thread for a guy with no suspension experience.

will it be too un-sightly to slap a set of spacers on the GTI before I drop?

[jettaguy88]

Isnt that the speed warning? In my MFI the snow tires option has +/- and then numbers which correspond to percentages not mph.

[Squirrel Nuts]

this is the perfect thread for a guy with no suspension experience.

will it be too un-sightly to slap a set of spacers on the GTI before I drop?

What wheels are you running?

[acdelco]

Stock Denvers for now, but will be upgrading to something 18" OEM in the next month or so.

[ThreadBomber]

trying to remove the valve stems on my flat fives but they keep spinning on me. any tips on how to get them out?

Are they rubber?

Easiest way is to cut the bottom part off where it meets the wheel and then pull it out the front.

[robkore]

Here's a stupid question for you guys: Is it possible to put a steering wheel with paddle shifters on a manual transmission car and wire or vagcom the shifters to do anything else, like cruise control speed incrementing or basic stereo controls like volume? Remember, no flaming, this is the stupid question thread!

[Joey Russo]

sure. But it wouldn't be through vagcom. It's basic electronics. The paddles perform a function via a switch (I'm generalizing here), as do your volume controls on the steering wheel.

It's gonna be a pain in the ass though hahaha

[Pete W.]

I this thread

Is it possible to post a question on the tex without getting flamed for not searching first?

[robkore]

I this thread

Is it possible to post a question on the tex without getting flamed for not searching first?

Ugh, try searching, I'm sure that's been answered! (I'd put some sort of smiley face here to show my sarcastic intent, but emoticons make me angry.)

[Squirrel Nuts]

Ugh, try searching, I'm sure that's been answered! (I'd put some sort of smiley face here to show my sarcastic intent, but emoticons make me angry.)

[robkore]

I just had a seizure, I hope you're happy!

[.panda.]

amateur....

[boobert]

How does the mkvi horn compare to the mkiv horn?

I like the horn in my mkiv. Makes the car sound bigger than it is. I forgot to try
the horn on my test drive :-/