Hello I just purchased a 2011 GTI with some mods about 2 weeks ago. Still waiting on title from bank but so far I have enjoyed the car.
Has: APR stage 2 tune, cat-less downpipe w/ resonator, magnaflow exhaust, intercooler, R8 coils and colder plugs, intake, H&R springs w/ Konis, wheels, some cosmetic mods.
Upgrade Needs: (from my driving it so far)
H&R RSS Coilovers
Serious brake upgrade (Pads and ATE Superblue flush to start first)
Quieter exhaust
-what are my options?
Much better seats and restraints
-cloth seats. Are leather better/stiffer?
Maintenance Needs:
Diverter valve (current one is leaking)
-what are my options
DSG Service
Fuel filter, oil change, valve cover gasket leaking
I have a list of repairs to do as well as other upgrades I'd like to do myself.
In the past on my BMWs ('02 M3, 328, and '99 Porsche 911) I have used a Bentley manual with great success but apparently these are not made for the mk6 GTI. I have found the erWIN factory site online which you must pay for to use (daily or $1,500 yearly). This is far too expensive and elaborate for an enthusiast. For right now it will be the basics (fuel filter replace, DSG service, suspension install, brakes, etc).
Does anyone have a CD version of the erWIN repair guide or a copy of the legit shop manual for sale, either on this forum or on ebay? I couldn't find this.
My questions are this:
1) Where can I buy or download a mk6 service manual?
2) Is there a list / sticky post of DIY repair or upgrade installs?
-most I see do not include torque specs.
2) Where is the BEST or CHEAPEST place to buy OEM parts? (yes I saw the vendor list on a pinned post)
3) Should I do the DSG service myself or have it done at a shop ($290 my first quote)
Any other first time guides appreciated. I saw the pinned post for mods. I am new to VWs but not new to cars. I built a '96 turbo charged BMW 328i (was n/a), replaced head gasket myself, tracked cars for years after that.
That's it for now thanks.
Has: APR stage 2 tune, cat-less downpipe w/ resonator, magnaflow exhaust, intercooler, R8 coils and colder plugs, intake, H&R springs w/ Konis, wheels, some cosmetic mods.
Upgrade Needs: (from my driving it so far)
H&R RSS Coilovers
Serious brake upgrade (Pads and ATE Superblue flush to start first)
Quieter exhaust
-what are my options?
Much better seats and restraints
-cloth seats. Are leather better/stiffer?
Maintenance Needs:
Diverter valve (current one is leaking)
-what are my options
DSG Service
Fuel filter, oil change, valve cover gasket leaking
I have a list of repairs to do as well as other upgrades I'd like to do myself.
In the past on my BMWs ('02 M3, 328, and '99 Porsche 911) I have used a Bentley manual with great success but apparently these are not made for the mk6 GTI. I have found the erWIN factory site online which you must pay for to use (daily or $1,500 yearly). This is far too expensive and elaborate for an enthusiast. For right now it will be the basics (fuel filter replace, DSG service, suspension install, brakes, etc).
Does anyone have a CD version of the erWIN repair guide or a copy of the legit shop manual for sale, either on this forum or on ebay? I couldn't find this.
My questions are this:
1) Where can I buy or download a mk6 service manual?
2) Is there a list / sticky post of DIY repair or upgrade installs?
-most I see do not include torque specs.
2) Where is the BEST or CHEAPEST place to buy OEM parts? (yes I saw the vendor list on a pinned post)
3) Should I do the DSG service myself or have it done at a shop ($290 my first quote)
Any other first time guides appreciated. I saw the pinned post for mods. I am new to VWs but not new to cars. I built a '96 turbo charged BMW 328i (was n/a), replaced head gasket myself, tracked cars for years after that.
That's it for now thanks.
