You only should look at coilovers if you want to adjust your ride height. You can buy an aftermarket strut to pair with your springs for a lot less than coilovers. They usually go for about 1k as a package.
No need to tell the people about what you feel are "mistakes". These are simple lessons, that you've obviously learned from. You know what ur doin bro. Keep it movin!💯👍
Hey man…what GTI pages/forums should I check out? I’m a tad bit older than you lol 😂 but loving my new GTI SE. Had to wait till the kids were out of cars seats to get a smaller car. Keep up the good work…your videos are great!
Owned a 2016 MK7 manual for a number of years. A manual 198.5 944 Na before that too. Just got a 2019 MK7.5 Rabbit in Cornflower blue that's DSG. DSG is very nice for where the manual falls short, comfort when you're in traffic, tossing the keys to a friend, amazing shift times, and a very fast 0-60. It lacks the connected feel and for the 7-speed DSG at least, it's very sloppy when it wants to change gears. Apparently, when you go to stage 1 with a DSG tune it's supposed to be better. Both are great but it depends on what you need it for. I did find my 2016 Manual GTI's clutch to be horrible. The stock clutch is notoriously bad for holding power. I'm assuming the previous owner for it abused it and it didn't last long. Upgrading the stock clutch to a Sach Stage 1 clutch (Dual mass flywheel, Sach is OEM for the stock clutch). It was 100x better to drive. I miss the manual, but I do love the DSG too.
Drove a 2015 manual GTI. I had my fun with it. I traded it in for a 2023 gti DSG. Yes I miss the manual shift but I have family who can't drive a manual Soo had to sacrifice.
DSG RULES! It's the best of both worlds... auto and manual! Be happy with your selection. If auto and paddles are good enough for Ferrari and Lambos, then it is good enough for the GTI. I have DSG, and I absolutely LOVE it. Glad I finally chose not to get a Mk7 in manual. Aside from that... to each his own.
8 years ago I chose to get my first non 3 pedal car and GTI when I got my MK7 DSG GTI. Knowing I was going to tune it right away. 55K miles and the car is still going... but 8 years later I assure you my next vehicle will be a manual GT4 or GT3. I miss rowing through the gears.
I haven’t seen anyone demonstrate the car pulling itself over to the side when it detects a lack of driver input. I would like to see this demonstrated SAFELY of course! Really enjoy your videos as I am contemplating getting one of these. Thanks for showing us your car and sharing the positive and negative.
Ok tried it just now. It did take a bit, I think the key is it needs to have to correct left and right. On a road that curved to the left, it just corrected, the lane sensor changing to amber. In a "straght" road it corrected left, corrected right, corrected left and alarmed (red dash warning "no driver input sensed take over driving" or similar) I ignored that, and then the car activated the brakes, but also the ABS or something because the car shuddered. It didn't pull to the side, however at that point it wasn't safe to continue the experiment.
Have you done the zip tie mod to secure the radiator in case the clips fail? I'm paranoid about it so i check that its clipped before any road trip and about once every 2 weeks as well. But I'm also not keen on drilling holes.
The 1.6" H&R lowering springs would have been MUCH better if matched with Bilstein B8 dampers. The way I see it is if you're doing it yourself and have the time and love to tinker on your car, then sure just do lowering springs and expect a shortened damper life to do the whole job again in a year or 2. If I am paying for this to have it properly installed to include alignment ( the right way) then I won't take shortcuts. Best to do your research and do everything right the first time. I got the H&R springs but I am holding off until I get the Bilstein B8s and perhaps and perhaps a rear sway bay before I do the suspension.
Wait, what? I got the Cobb engine cover; $225. I just looked to be sure, and it's all carbon fiber. I got my Mk8 used, so the cover was already gone. I also got the DSG because I'm old, and after 35 years of driving a manual: I was done!
It does not! I go to a VW dealer that has an enthusiast customer base so they are used to seeing a lot of modified VWs. But it shouldn’t void any warranty.
Gotta a 2015 GTI currently , I just test drove a DSG GTI. I hated it, doesnt rev match, wrong gear all the time. For me the gearing in comfort was too high at times and sport was too low. Ideally I could just switch between the two on the fly it seemed retarded. I think if your into track driving, autocros DSG is great, but if your just driving around the city and hwy, manual is a much better experience.
That's got to be a settings issue, my DSG downshifts on deceleration, it's always in the right gear. I confess I've never bothered with comfort because without adjustable suspension, why bother. In fact, I stay in sport all the time and get 35-40 MPG
@@BlackPeter203 I think he means downshifting while in manual mode. I just test drove a DSG and when i downshifted I felt the car shutter a bit inbetween the gears instead of a smooth rev match. Maybe I downshifted too aggressively or i was in the wrong mode the figure it out. The test drive was only 15 minutes so maybe if I had 30 minutes I get used to it. In auto mode, the car was fine but I had to hit the accelerator to get it to downshift. In my GTI, I would downshift than accelerate
I got the Mk8 Manual and I love it. Let's me feel more engaged when driving, but during commute times, I just turn on cruise control and let the car drive itself and only shift when I need to
i have the 40th Anniversary Edition (red) and i am trying to unlock the obd11 options and possibly change the default drive option when the vehicle starts, thanks for putting out content and keep up the good work! @@ShepsGarage
There is no comparison. Manual is the Driver's car. When the day comes that VW no longer offers a manual 😱😭, VW is going to have to change their trademark "Drivers wanted" to "Passengers wanted".
@dannyo3317 driver's car. When did Ferrari, Lamborghini, McClaren and Koenigsegg stop making them. Apparently GT3's, a few BMW's and cheap hot hatches are the only " driver's cars " left. lol
You only should look at coilovers if you want to adjust your ride height. You can buy an aftermarket strut to pair with your springs for a lot less than coilovers. They usually go for about 1k as a package.
No need to tell the people about what you feel are "mistakes". These are simple lessons, that you've obviously learned from. You know what ur doin bro. Keep it movin!💯👍
Thank you! Will do.
Mistake #1, letting them slap a front plate on it.
was like that when I bought it unfortunately…
@@ShepsGarageyou can fix that. Just fill those holes and use touch up paint.
@@ShepsGarage my GTI came from Illinois and they drilled the front plate too. First mod I did was have a body shop patch and paint it.
That’s true but there’s 6 holes. I bet it costs as much as a whole new bumper plus paint, unless if you know it’s cheaper?
How much did that cost if you don’t mind me asking?
Hey man…what GTI pages/forums should I check out? I’m a tad bit older than you lol 😂 but loving my new GTI SE. Had to wait till the kids were out of cars seats to get a smaller car. Keep up the good work…your videos are great!
Ha! Gotcha thanks for the support!
Owned a 2016 MK7 manual for a number of years. A manual 198.5 944 Na before that too. Just got a 2019 MK7.5 Rabbit in Cornflower blue that's DSG. DSG is very nice for where the manual falls short, comfort when you're in traffic, tossing the keys to a friend, amazing shift times, and a very fast 0-60. It lacks the connected feel and for the 7-speed DSG at least, it's very sloppy when it wants to change gears. Apparently, when you go to stage 1 with a DSG tune it's supposed to be better.
Both are great but it depends on what you need it for. I did find my 2016 Manual GTI's clutch to be horrible. The stock clutch is notoriously bad for holding power. I'm assuming the previous owner for it abused it and it didn't last long. Upgrading the stock clutch to a Sach Stage 1 clutch (Dual mass flywheel, Sach is OEM for the stock clutch). It was 100x better to drive. I miss the manual, but I do love the DSG too.
Drove a 2015 manual GTI. I had my fun with it. I traded it in for a 2023 gti DSG. Yes I miss the manual shift but I have family who can't drive a manual Soo had to sacrifice.
Gotcha, Makes sense.
DSG RULES! It's the best of both worlds... auto and manual! Be happy with your selection. If auto and paddles are good enough for Ferrari and Lambos, then it is good enough for the GTI.
I have DSG, and I absolutely LOVE it. Glad I finally chose not to get a Mk7 in manual.
Aside from that... to each his own.
8 years ago I chose to get my first non 3 pedal car and GTI when I got my MK7 DSG GTI. Knowing I was going to tune it right away. 55K miles and the car is still going... but 8 years later I assure you my next vehicle will be a manual GT4 or GT3. I miss rowing through the gears.
I hear ya'!@@du3lcitiz3n
I haven’t seen anyone demonstrate the car pulling itself over to the side when it detects a lack of driver input. I would like to see this demonstrated SAFELY of course! Really enjoy your videos as I am contemplating getting one of these. Thanks for showing us your car and sharing the positive and negative.
Wait, really??? I'm up for that test. Safely, of course.
You definitely should! Thanks for the support
Ok tried it just now. It did take a bit, I think the key is it needs to have to correct left and right. On a road that curved to the left, it just corrected, the lane sensor changing to amber. In a "straght" road it corrected left, corrected right, corrected left and alarmed (red dash warning "no driver input sensed take over driving" or similar) I ignored that, and then the car activated the brakes, but also the ABS or something because the car shuddered. It didn't pull to the side, however at that point it wasn't safe to continue the experiment.
@@BlackPeter203 thank you for trying I think it’s important for owners to know what the car is going to do! Stay safe!
Have you done the zip tie mod to secure the radiator in case the clips fail? I'm paranoid about it so i check that its clipped before any road trip and about once every 2 weeks as well. But I'm also not keen on drilling holes.
I haven’t, I got the recall fixed at my dealer so I didn’t have to do that.
Just got my 2024 Mk8 380 edition. Last year of the manuals. This is my 6th GTI and so far the best.
That’s awesome! Congratulations. I totally agree
Where'd you get the spoiler? Looks good 🧨
BMP tuning!
The 1.6" H&R lowering springs would have been MUCH better if matched with Bilstein B8 dampers. The way I see it is if you're doing it yourself and have the time and love to tinker on your car, then sure just do lowering springs and expect a shortened damper life to do the whole job again in a year or 2. If I am paying for this to have it properly installed to include alignment ( the right way) then I won't take shortcuts. Best to do your research and do everything right the first time. I got the H&R springs but I am holding off until I get the Bilstein B8s and perhaps and perhaps a rear sway bay before I do the suspension.
Totally agree with you. The mk8 was so new at the time, no one had parts out yet but I wish i did research to know the difference. Now i know ;)
I'm about to buy one of these in the next few days. Would you mind sharing with me how much you paid for your mk8 new?
I paid around 37 that’s with a 1200$ discount back in Oct 2021
@@ShepsGarage I ended up getting mine for 35.5, which sounds about right given it's the end of the year. Thanks!
That’s awesome congratulations. Most definitely!
Just picked up my 24 moonstone grey autobahn yesterday 🙏 dsg
I like those Audi Wheels, where did you get them. Where they a perfect fit?
I got them On ecs tuning. There called Alzor 628 and they were a awesome fit. I have a video on the specs of your interested
Your so specific about things in your vids what does it take to date you or is that a specific option as well holly Molly....
The engine cover was a fire hazard so don’t feel bad about that
That’s true!
Wait, what? I got the Cobb engine cover; $225. I just looked to be sure, and it's all carbon fiber. I got my Mk8 used, so the cover was already gone. I also got the DSG because I'm old, and after 35 years of driving a manual: I was done!
I got the Cobb Tuning one as well for my GTI and my wife's GTI. It is the cheapest one I found, and even it is expensive. It is working great so far.
Gotcha yes it was because of that recall. makes sense re transmission. DSG is not a bad option
With aftermarket engine cover no warranty in Europa
does the exhaust void your warranty?
It does not! I go to a VW dealer that has an enthusiast customer base so they are used to seeing a lot of modified VWs. But it shouldn’t void any warranty.
@@ShepsGarage awesome thank you
No problem
What wheels you got on?
Alzor style 628 I did a video all about them!
Gotta a 2015 GTI currently , I just test drove a DSG GTI. I hated it, doesnt rev match, wrong gear all the time. For me the gearing in comfort was too high at times and sport was too low. Ideally I could just switch between the two on the fly it seemed retarded. I think if your into track driving, autocros DSG is great, but if your just driving around the city and hwy, manual is a much better experience.
Totally agree with your opinion! However driving with the paddles with the DSG is also very fun. Thats mainly how i drive.
That's got to be a settings issue, my DSG downshifts on deceleration, it's always in the right gear. I confess I've never bothered with comfort because without adjustable suspension, why bother. In fact, I stay in sport all the time and get 35-40 MPG
@@BlackPeter203 I think he means downshifting while in manual mode. I just test drove a DSG and when i downshifted I felt the car shutter a bit inbetween the gears instead of a smooth rev match. Maybe I downshifted too aggressively or i was in the wrong mode the figure it out. The test drive was only 15 minutes so maybe if I had 30 minutes I get used to it. In auto mode, the car was fine but I had to hit the accelerator to get it to downshift. In my GTI, I would downshift than accelerate
You don't need rev matching on an automatic transmission car.
@@toddstevens8506 when in its manual mode I dont like it. I didnt like how I felt it in the driveline.
This kid’s grandma hair makes me laugh
Nah, skip the coilivers. Just add the racing line struts
Ill look into those, thanks!
I got the Mk8 Manual and I love it. Let's me feel more engaged when driving, but during commute times, I just turn on cruise control and let the car drive itself and only shift when I need to
Thats awesome! The manuals are definitely fun.
I like your video but you take too long to get to the point of your video
Thanks for the feedback
i have the 40th Anniversary Edition (red) and i am trying to unlock the obd11 options and possibly change the default drive option when the vehicle starts, thanks for putting out content and keep up the good work!
@@ShepsGarage
Also it’s not a good stick. It’s rubbery and dead feeling.
Of corse DSG
Corse?
The DSG is straight out of the Golf R. Manual is just extra work. But you're young you'll see what I mean in a few years.
Ghaaye
There is no comparison. Manual is the Driver's car. When the day comes that VW no longer offers a manual 😱😭, VW is going to have to change their trademark "Drivers wanted" to "Passengers wanted".
@dannyo3317 driver's car. When did Ferrari, Lamborghini, McClaren and Koenigsegg stop making them. Apparently GT3's, a few BMW's and cheap hot hatches are the only " driver's cars " left. lol