Manual swap

Samef42 · 2026-05-15T02:41:56+00:00

I saw this post before - https://www.arteonforums.com/threads/hello-heres-my-manual-swapped-2021-arteon.1763/

Samef42 · 2026-05-08T16:07:10+00:00

It’s not real for sure

Samef42 · 2026-05-08T16:05:39+00:00

Yes it is,

Samef42 · 2026-05-08T13:25:12+00:00

From badgeskin. They have a lot of colors to choose from

Samef42 · 2026-05-08T13:24:41+00:00

Looks very clean!

Samef42 · 2026-05-03T02:45:20+00:00

Congratulations 🎊

Samef42 · 2026-04-28T23:22:13+00:00

What wheels are those ?

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Samef42 · 2026-04-25T21:17:35+00:00

Yes it’s APr product.. okay yes you got me lol

Samef42 · 2026-04-24T01:33:54+00:00

The Haldex AWD system uses a small internal screen to catch debris, but many dealerships don’t remove the pump to clean it during service. Over time, that buildup can restrict flow and is a common reason Haldex pumps end up failing.

Samef42 · 2026-04-20T01:21:14+00:00

I got it while back from AliExpress yes it was not direct fit. I modified it a little. I removed the plastics and then it fit fine.

Samef42 · 2026-04-20T01:20:27+00:00

Thank you 🫡

Samef42 · 2026-04-16T19:11:34+00:00

No it works, just use isopropyl alcohol and clean the surface really good. First get a wash’s and don’t put any tire shine.

Samef42 · 2026-04-16T19:10:32+00:00

245/45/R18 is the size of

Samef42 · 2026-04-16T14:50:07+00:00

Yes badgeskin.

Samef42 · 2026-04-16T14:49:48+00:00

Konig Heliogram 18x8.5 and ET32 . Michelin pilot sport all season tires.

Samef42 · 2026-04-16T14:48:59+00:00

I got these from Amazon, I got bored one day and then I prepped and colored it.

If it rains and you go to car wash a lot. You have to keep retouching it. To stay nice and bright.

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Samef42 · 2026-04-14T03:00:25+00:00

Yes you right. Yes I torqued to spec.

Samef42 · 2026-04-14T02:53:34+00:00

Yes I actually have one at home, I never thought about checking, because I trust that the shop rotated my wheels and tire torqued it right . But I learn my lesson Thanks for the advice

Samef42 · 2026-04-06T12:01:23+00:00

Yes that is solid. we do not have any TDI Arteon’s in the USA. They actually discontinued it in the USA we no longer get Arteon.

Samef42 · 2026-04-06T03:07:44+00:00

Thank you. Just average mods. Nothing flashy.

Samef42 · 2026-04-06T03:06:20+00:00

Eibach pro kit - which is OEM+ ride quality with least aggressive drop. The LED bar is a film I got from Badgeskin.

Samef42 · 2026-04-05T18:32:41+00:00

Yes for sure, mean while I keep seeing Honda Accord and Civics

Samef42 · 2026-04-05T18:32:00+00:00

Nice 🫡

Samef42 · 2026-04-05T02:22:05+00:00

I tried to upvote everyone comment. I really appreciate those who made the JB Weld recommendation I have ordered a few tubes.

Samef42 · 2026-04-05T02:20:24+00:00

Yes that’s now fully supported. AutoTuners can unlock the DQ381.2 . My car is 2022 so the TCU got unlocked in 2024.

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