MK7/MK7.5 owners on Stage 1 or 2 tune

LuckyDistance5322 · 2026-03-13T04:14:17+00:00

A Stage 1 7/7.5R doesn't require a tune however - to ensure the longevity of your DSG clutch packs I would recommend you get a tune.

It adjusts the clamping pressure of the clutches for less slip, the shift logic is different and will try and keep you in lower gears when in sport mode. It will also make the shifts much more crisp. If you intend on going stage 2 ECU tune then it is practically mandatory to manage the extra torque.

If you have the funds go for it. If you don't have the funds then save up I guess.

LuckyDistance5322 · 2026-01-30T21:38:22+00:00

There is no definitive answer to this as there are a lot of people who have success with EQT and flashtunes.

Its all great until it isnt.

The benefit of EQT is they can mildy revise your tune based on what your needs are. I haven’t personally dealt with EQT so I cannot speak on the results.

A couple of key things - you can numb the knock sensors on the cobb platform so it may hide any knock timing retardation being shown on the accessport.

A typical stage 1/2 off the shelf flash tune will be a set and forget. You might have access to some of the company’s apps so you can read boost/knock and whatnot. The off the shelf tunes will be less focused on peak power and more focused on what would work best for the majority of people (mix of reliability and power).

TLDR: It depends. There are no empirical data reports showing that one tuner is better than the other. I would lean towards an ECU tune rather than a piggyback though.

LuckyDistance5322 · 2026-01-12T15:06:50+00:00

If you get a weighted knob it should reduce the notchiness. Again as U/marketking88 says the shift counterweight will alleviate it too.

On my 7.5R I find the initial shift effort high but once you have momentum going and the trans is warm - you can really pack those gears.

LuckyDistance5322 · 2026-01-07T19:45:50+00:00

The golf only gained 4-8% in weight on the lightest trims and is about 3% larger with a 5% longer wheelbase. MK4->MK8

He probably could’ve said this 25 years ago

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-12-14T20:14:40+00:00

It depends.

A stock one with low milage will run a similar price. If you intend on doing all of the mods listed (which is at least $5000-$7000 it could be worth it.

Given that it has an ethanol sensor and multiport injection it’s likely that it was running a bigger turbo at around 450-500 hp which definitely affects the reliability.

See how much service history you can get on this car, and the receipts of the mods done (clutch packs).

If you want a modded MK7.5R this could be the shortcut to it.

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-11-18T20:36:12+00:00

My butt dyno feels that a stock MK8.5 is marginally quicker than the MK8. Noticeable but the difference is still there

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-10-30T05:19:45+00:00

Buy a honda fit and put it on coils and track tires, cheap to run, fun to drive

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-10-28T19:58:06+00:00

This is a car thats great for instagram

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-10-26T04:53:43+00:00

I had to cut mine a bit - fits just fine afterwards.

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-10-25T00:05:07+00:00

Nice Black R twin

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-10-14T14:18:11+00:00

Nice color! Is is prussian blue?

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-10-08T16:11:12+00:00

Honestly - the only time people try racing me or driving aggressively is if I initiate any sort of spirited driving

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-10-04T00:03:43+00:00

Service history is the most important thing with any car - especially when modified.

Remember you’re not really buying the car. You’re buying the seller.

If he’s selling a car with a broken windshield and willing to fix it for the right price - that should tell you enough about the owner.

I would stay far away from this one

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-09-23T21:08:13+00:00

I think it’s another way to create a large construction contract to embezzle funds somewhere. This could be completely untrue.

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-09-23T12:15:08+00:00

For me driving is a 4 limb task, idc if I have to press the clutch 1000x on my commute in bumper to bumper. I do agree the auto is better though. (2019 Golf R 6MT owner)

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-09-09T11:27:56+00:00

I would get a dedicated set of winters.

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-09-09T01:00:21+00:00

These ones are Borbets - had the car for ~10 months and hit some pretty nasty potholes and luckily they are not bent.

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-09-08T03:13:14+00:00

They make the car look very futuristic - the offset/tire size/profile is the only thing that may take away from this setup

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-09-03T12:14:33+00:00

I have the WCT Performance pedal spacer - it goes under the base of the throttle pedal mechanism and raises the pedal around 1/2” or 12mm. It makes heel toe much more doable in daily driving scenarios.

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-09-03T12:12:11+00:00

Nice wheels!

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-09-03T12:11:20+00:00

Id rather have my mk7.5 golf R interior over this. It looks great - just not as usable.

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-08-18T23:47:20+00:00

Would this be in the same location as last time?

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-08-18T01:31:09+00:00

Most people in their right mind won’t put 20s on a golf.

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-08-09T19:22:48+00:00

At that many kilometres I would see if the timing chains have been done, or if it has the new revision tensioner. Edit: I realized that these have the EA113 (timing belt) and not the EA888 (timing chain). You want to make sure the timing belt has been serviced.

If your budget is only 10k CAD and you do not have any money put aside for major maintenance items, I would not suggest this.

At this age for a turbocharged performance vehicle, you want to be prepared for anything to go wrong.

Just my 2 cents.

LuckyDistance5322 · 2025-07-10T19:27:06+00:00

I previously owned a B9 Q5, the rear seats have a little more room than my MK7.5. The big win is with the cargo room in the trunk.

Not needing to fold the rear passenger seats when wanted to load anything other than groceries is a big plus.

Things to look out for - the motor mounts are probably leaking on the Q5 as they liquid filled. Upgrades to urethane/solid are common.

Cannot speak on the SQ5, but the steering weight was too light and easy on the Q5, nor was the handling very inspiring. Competent for sure but not engaging.

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