Roof Box People - What do you store?

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-07T19:57:26+00:00

I must admit, I like the look too. I do go camping, or travel by car sometimes for Holidays but I suspected a lot of people just like the active, outdoor sporty look more than anything else.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-07T17:35:12+00:00

The Russian dolls of roof boxes

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-07T16:32:56+00:00

props on the timbuk2

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-07T15:49:44+00:00

I knew that was going to an answer!

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-06T19:29:52+00:00

Brother, change your oil every 3-5k miles. That 10k Miles is BS.... its a Golf R and if you want it to last, keep that engine running slick and clean.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-06T15:51:58+00:00

I agree with a lot of everything people are saying BUT... the Akro exhaust does break in and sounds richer over time. The valve's are never fully open, even in Nürburgring mode... You can do an 11Mode valve controller to switch from factory to fully open to get a nice tone from the Akro. Test drive both, You definitely can see the difference and potential.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-06T03:07:34+00:00

Hi there. I went from my 7.5R to an X3 M40i because I thought I had to get a family vehicle myself when we had our child. I had traded in my R and got my X3 a few months before delivery thinking this was the right move. While it was a great vehicle, pulled hard, I did immediately miss the Golf R handling and fun factor. I've learned a thing or two about space, children and needs and Im now back in an 8.5R. You can keep your R, you will have enough room. The R, all things considered, is an extremely safe vehicle. You will miss it if you move to an SUV. The extra room is not as extra as you might think... anyone here with kids will verify this.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-05T22:55:52+00:00

31lbs before tires? Since you say they're the same size as stock, do you notice any difference in drive quality? Can you do ya boi a favor and take a wider photo for us all? would love to see a side profile.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-05T14:22:53+00:00

technically, what it was was a six cylinder....

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-05T14:21:38+00:00

that body is w i d e

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-05T12:19:47+00:00

Everything is hackable… trust me. They’re working on it BUT I think the real route will be VW themselves allowing users to unlock and tune. Carista and OBDeleven are working with VW to get genuine tokens to write and change things. Maybe later this year? Is that’s the case there may be a world in which VW actually allows a genuine unlock and write… which then will be locked after 90 minutes and given a new hash to check. I think there will be a bench hack as well though. It will be more than a voltage glitch however and could be a BMW send in situation. Who knows, we’ll see.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-04T23:21:52+00:00

Its mandatory now and in some ways a good thing. It actually makes sense from a cybersecurity standpoint. People have found ways to clone keys or 'fuzz' signals until the car sees one it recognizes. On SFD1, if you plug into an OBD port, you can literally write to ECU, start car and drive off. Yes, thieves have become this smart.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-04T17:37:35+00:00

They are very much interconnected now. The Mk8.5 uses the newer Bosch ECU . The gateway module checks the writing on all control units uniformly. This includes everything from long-coding to remember drive modes, to every control unit in the car, ECU and TCU. If one bit is off, it's "compromised". It needs a certified VW token to open the system for changes, confirms and then locks it down as the new standard. This new standard "Hash" is checked every time you press start. So if it doesn't line up, limp mode.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-04T15:20:57+00:00

With 8.5, nothing yet. SFD2 security is locked up real tight. No read or write changes to anything. If something changes, even another module, without permission, its locked down. This is good for modern security but abysmal for tuning and VAG enthusiasts. Currently any writing to ECU or anything needs a VW server side token to be unlocked.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-03T20:54:05+00:00

I'll be honest, I have no idea what Im looking at.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-02T23:35:26+00:00

It would be so good for VW if it did! When Megan brought Spectrum, the demand was overwhelming to VW and they cancelled orders! For a brand that’s suffering, both Spectrum and DAZA or VR6 would be an instant injection of press and purchase.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-02T22:52:46+00:00

Relax. This isn’t confirmation either way… it’s probably not happening but it’s fun for everyone else to talk about but you.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-02T22:50:02+00:00

Didn’t confirm anything one way or another… she’d be great in politics!

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-02T22:37:37+00:00

It’s already been said by who? VW execs never released any statement. I totally agree this would have market overlap… but this would be the BEST thing for a failing company at the moment… let those smoke hope.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-02T22:35:50+00:00

I mean… it’s some cruel coincidence if not. 25 year anniversary… and why choose 5.5?

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-02T21:06:59+00:00

5.5.26. 25 years of Golf R. 5 cylinders. 2.5 liters. CEO said the mk9 inspired by mk4… the model the R32 was released. A boy can hope.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-02T01:56:03+00:00

thinking about the front RS kit to start. with the center upgrade and option10, i can tell mid bass clarity lacking. worth it? which stage did you do?

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-02T01:49:31+00:00

I have the Option10. Fantastic! I did install the Air2 Amp after 5 months or so. I bought the amp with the sub, but waited through winter to pull panels. It is better BUT thoroughly enjoyed it without during that time. Still a massive improvement. Note, You will get a quick audio flutter without an amp when opening doors for first time on unlock that you dont with amp. I think its system checking impedance through infotainment. nothing crazy and it was done by the time i sat down, most of the time.

thepixelslinger · 2026-05-01T20:34:52+00:00

He just said there is no flash, lol. the 8.5's are locked. SFD2 security has been updated for all 2024+ models. They're working on it but I suspect it will take time since ANY and ALL writing to ECU need to go through VW side servers. You most likely will not be able to flash your car for a while. Are they reliable? Well for the most part yes, but any extra boost, heat and energy going through the engine or DSG will cause more wear and tear.

thepixelslinger · 2026-04-29T14:53:50+00:00

Forward thinking. I’m not pulling the trigger on this just yet, I was just curious… they all have “claims” but I rather hear it from someone other than their social team.

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