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Old 17th March 2014, 06:18 PM
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I just tried it briefly to test, will let u build up to 3k ish and **** me does it shift.

Dont think ill be doing it again though; cant be good having the turbos spooling and not going anywhere...
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Old 17th March 2014, 06:41 PM
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I don't think its a good thing but try saying that to the 1.8T tuners who puts in NLS and launch control and such.

Just the thought of it makes me cringe with the stress the engine and such is going through.
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Old 23rd March 2014, 05:33 PM
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Cant be good having the turbo under load and your not moving lol
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Old 23rd March 2014, 05:40 PM
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One, engine remap, this will improve throttle response.
Two, gearbox remap, inc launch control http://jfautomotive.co.uk/ecu-remapping/gearbox-tuning/
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