Volkswagen Tuning Tips and Modifications
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Volkswagen car tuning tips and advice. We have a wide range of tuning articles covering all models of Volkswagen from the humle MK1 Golf Gti which started the hot hatches off in the 80's to the latest Iroc and V8 engined models powered by the latest units. Following our tuning tips you will avoid many of the common mistakes and actually achieve the car setup you desire. Please join the chat forum and meet other VW owners for model specific questions and answers and to meet other owners and see what modifications they have done.
TorqueCars started providing Volkswagen mods, car styling and car tweaks Tips and advice back in 2003 and have grown from strength to strength with a fast growing membership of all types of Volkswagen owners. We are currently one of the fastest growing car tuning clubs around and certainly one of the friendliest. In 2007 we organised our first full car show in Kent. Our Volkswagen tuning and styling articles are continually updated so for the latest Volkswagen mods,styling and tweaks advice, tips and pointers please check back regularly. We strongly recommend that you join our Volkswagen owners forum and swap mods ideas with like minded Volkswagen owners. If you have a Volkswagen project underway we would love to hear about it, the Gallery section in the forum already contains some interesting projects.
Selected Volkswagen Stats
Golf Golf Hatchback 1.6 GL 5d (4+E) - 1595 cc - - - -
Golf Golf Hatchback 1.9 SE TDI 5d - 1896 cc - 90 bhp - 210 Nm
Passat Passat Saloon 1.6 SE FSI 4d - 1598 cc - 113 bhp - 155 Nm
Passat Passat Saloon GL VR6 4d - 2792 cc - 174 bhp - -
Polo Polo Hatchback 1.6 GLX 3d - 1598 cc - 75 bhp - -
Polo Polo Estate 1.9 SE TDI (90ps) 5d - 1896 cc - 90 bhp - 210 Nm
Passat Passat Saloon L 4d Auto - 1781 cc - 90 bhp - -
Golf Golf Cabriolet 1.8 Clipper 2d Auto - 1781 cc - 90 bhp - -
Passat Passat Estate 1.8T 20V Sport 5d Auto (AC) - 1781 cc - 150 bhp - 210 Nm
Golf Golf Hatchback 1.8 CL 5d (94) - 1781 cc - 90 bhp - -
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Golf Tuning
With a few modifications your Golf tuning will reward you with a fun drive. The Golf GTi defined the hot hatch in the 1980's. Read On
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Basic engine mods
Engine Tuning, an overview of engine modification & tuning options to improve performance. A brief introduction to the tuning mods to lift performance of your engine. Read article...
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Volkswagen Particulate filters
Diesel engines have a mysterious item known as particulate filters. What does the particulate filter do and does it affect performance. Read article...
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Volkswagen Flywheel lightening
Lightening the flywheel can make a large difference in the way the car engine responds and revs although there are drawbacks and compromises to take into account. Read article...
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Volkswagen Forced Induction
Comparing the effect of Turbo's and Superchargers. Turbos give a powerful kick and supercharges are more progressive in power delivery. Read article...
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Volkswagen Improving braking
Making the car go faster means you should also be able to brake faster. Adding uprated brake mods like vented and grooved brake discs and DOT 5 fluid will improve your stopping power. Read article...
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>>> Intake & Exhaust
Volkswagen Valve Springs
We take a look at the phenomenal work done by the valve springs in an engine and the impact this has on performance. Valve springs need to be chosen carefully to ensure you get the best for your engine. Read article...
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>>> Transmission
Volkswagen Gearboxes
Gearbox ratio selection can dramatically improve acceleration if matched carefully to your engines power bands. Read article...
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>>> Wheels & Tyres
Volkswagen Performance tyres
Selection of performance tyres, tread patterns, softness and profile can have a big effect on performance. Read article...
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