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Project Mk7 VW GTI - The First Steps
Suspension changes and a new wheel and tire package are one of, if not THE first group of upgrades that enthusiasts will gravitate toward when working on a new project
Rodrez – Mar 2, 2018
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Project MK4 VW GTI Part 2 - Apple CarPlay by Pioneer
Bringing the electronics in our 13 year old GTI up to current standards.
Michael Febbo – May 9, 2017
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2015 VW MK7 GTI Project - New Coilovers
Adding H&R Street Performance coilovers along with some SuperPro control arms to our MK7 GTI project car.
Michael Febbo – Nov 14, 2016
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Project VW MK4 GTI 1.8t
Starting up a Mk4 GTI project that will hopefully match up to the classic Mk2
Michael Febbo – May 13, 2016
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Project VW GTI - Our MK7 Gets Wheels, Tires, & Brakes
Adding some 19-inch VMR Wheels, Continental ExtremeContact DWS tires, an EBC brake upgrade, and a few winterizing bonuses
Michael Febbo – Apr 14, 2016
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'15 VW GTI Project - Unitronic Flash & Corsa Exhaust Tests
We test our long term GTI with the latest mods on the dyno and at the track
Michael Febbo – Feb 2, 2016
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2015 VW GTI Coilover & Control Arm Install - Update 4
Improving the suspension geometry on our '15 GTI with some new coilovers and control arms.
Michael Febbo – Dec 15, 2015
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Coilover Guide for the 2015 VW Mk7 GTI
A selection of coilovers available for VWs latest Mk7 GTI
Colin Ryan – Sep 23, 2015
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VW GTI Project Update 3 - Springs, Wheels, and Tires
The Mk7 gets stickier
Michael Febbo – Sep 21, 2015
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Project VW MK4 GTI 1.8—SPEC Stage 2+ Clutch Kit Install
Upgrading our tired and worn clutch for a performance clutch.
Justin Fivella – Aug 11, 2015
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2015 VW GTI Project – Neuspeed Power Module and VIDI Gauge
Add more power, a bit of noise and an information display to monitor the GTI's vital signs during all the changes.
Michael Febbo – Jul 21, 2015
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2015 VW GTI - Long-Term Project Prologue
So why choose a GTI as our newest long-term project?
Michael Febbo – Jul 8, 2015
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2015 VW GTI Project – OEM Accessories, Coilovers & Wheels
Adding some protection and handling to our long term GTI
Michael Febbo – Jun 9, 2015
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VW Mk3 1.8T Conversion Kit by Black Forest Industries
1998 Volkswagen GTI receives 1.8T upgrade
Annette Carrion – Dec 6, 2013
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SEM Motorsports Intake Manifold - Upping The Velocity
The SEM Motorsports Intake Manifold delivers gains where they count, on both torque and horsepower fronts.
Dec 4, 2013
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2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI Project Car: Act 2
Project GTI has been with us since it turned its first wheels in anger back in 2006, and it's been good to ET photographer Josh Brown as a daily-driver streetcar. Good power, handling and looks, but nothing too aggressive.
Alex Rogan – Apr 10, 2013
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2003 VW GTI - Braking On A Budget - Project Silverstone
Project Silverstone gets some much-needed stopping upgrades.
Sam Du – May 17, 2012
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2003 VW GTI - Project Silverstone Engine Overhaul Part 8 - Tech
Putting the finishing touches on our VW GTI with a DYNO-tune from 034Motorsport.
Sam Du – Dec 13, 2011
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2003 VW GTI - Project Silverstone Engine Overhaul Part 7 - Project Silverstone
We’re closer to finishing our big-turbo build with 034Motorsport.
Sam Du – Oct 10, 2011
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2003 VW GTI - Project Silverstone Engine Overhaul Part 6
034Motorsport has almost finished our 1.8T big-turbo project
Sam Du – Jun 3, 2011
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The never-ending hunt for power is a common one for project car builders and sometimes it’s so encapsulating, that we forget about the other crucial factors that can affect and even support those power goals. Capable braking and a dialed-in suspension come to mind here, but often neglected is engine monitoring from the driver’s seat

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