Background: With the CC Design GESi cat midpipe installed on the Mk7 GTI the car was driven to record sound level and frequency from the exhaust system and make comparisons with the same setup without the catalytic converter. The expectation is that the matrix inside the catalytic converter will somewhat mute the sound. Setup: To […]
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Looking at the EQT Balanced Line Coilovers This post is part of an ongoing series examining product claims in the VW/Audi aftermarket. A tip from a sharp-eyed community member first drew my attention to this comparison. EQT’s Balanced Line Coilovers are a $1,599.99 suspension kit for the MQB platform. The product page tells a compelling
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Background: The aFe Power turbo inlet elbow is the subject of a flow test to measure airflow through the elbow and the vacuum at the PCV port. The aFe Power elbow uses a larger than stock 3″ inlet, and the outlet is sized to match the IHI IS20 and IS38 turbocharger compressor housings. The inlet
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