This car has come a long way. Destined for the scrap yards in California, I decided to use this car to further my knowledge about cars. Hundreds of Hours have been put into fixing and modifying various components. More modifications are planned for this car to make it the shining example of an old Volkswagen can do.
Fixing the failed and leaking valve cover gasket, positive crankshaft ventilation, and brake booster assembly after I just bought the car in the summer of 2021 and a myriad of other random electrical gremlins.
Car before the California to Rhode Island Road Trip. To my surprise, it made the trip with no problems.
Modification done in the fall of 2021 after arriving to Rhode Island. Cold Air Intake, Oil Catch Can, Ignition refresh, EVAP Valves.
Me installing a new Intercooler system in the Summer of 2022 due to some heat soak issues I was experiencing.
With the current modifications, we are running 30psi of boost during normal road use and 38psi on E85 or 100 Octane Gas.
Rally Lights Installed in the spring of 2024 to combat night visibility issues.
A Video That I Made with My Friends
What is Being Done?
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In the future I would like to build the million-mile golf. Although I understand that the car industry is moving towards electric vehicles, it is my personal belief that fun should also be had sometimes and here is how I plan on doing it.
Thanks to Tim at TD Performance in Providence and my friends for helping me learn about and build this car.
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APR ECU Chip: a chip that allows for more Horsepower by being more efficient
Unitronics TCU Chip: Unlocks faster shifting from the factory DSG gearbox
K04 Big Turbo Kit: for the 350whp fun that everyone chases
Bilstein Suspension: Slight lift on car and more advance damping system
Cold Air Intake: Allows for faster spooling of the turbo charger.
AWE Exhaust System: Increase efficiency at the cost of more noise
OZ Racing Wheels: Light but durable rally inspired rims
Forge Twintercooler: A charged air cooling system to improve performance in hot weather
Rally Lights: Better visibility in low light areas
Hatch Brace: prevents frame twist
Cobra Racing Seat: Track safety requirement
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Aluminum Valve Cover: Replace the plastics in the car that crack over time
Aluminum Intake Manifold: Replace the plastics in the car that crack over time. Allows for dual fuel injection to keep the valves clean.
Fully Active Aerodynamics system for time attack and rallycross applications
Roll Cage and harness for safety