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  • In Today's video we go over the 5 best performance mods for your MQB platform Audi or VW. This will list what I feel are the best performance mods for the a3/s3/gti/golf r. These cars are capable of so much and with no much done can be a blast to drive. These cars are performance monsters and are one of the best platforms on the market today. Enjoy the video!
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Комментарии • 86

  • @henrycalderon1063
    @henrycalderon1063 3 года назад +6

    Agree with the tune because many people want to keep their car relatively stock but just quicker. Great point

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +2

      That’s the best part about it. The stock to stage 1 is a massive leap in power. If you’re someone who doesn’t want to do anything else it’s the best money you can spend

  • @enzojiles3068
    @enzojiles3068 3 года назад +9

    Downpipe is huge in this so glad you touched on how it’s a critical part in going further into the tuning realm. Any stage 2 style tune will need some sort of higher flowing downpipe

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +1

      Yes absolutely. Downpipe is one of the best mods you can do for performance as well as sound

  • @llyodcollins6342
    @llyodcollins6342 3 года назад +3

    Couldn’t agree more with the intake part of it. Part of driving your car is the smiles the induction sound brings as well as how quick the car actually is

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +1

      I mean regardless of power numbers if you have that induction noise you’ll always smile 😀

  • @gmahvlus7567
    @gmahvlus7567 3 года назад +6

    I would agree these are the first 5 anyone should do. I would add for the intercooler, I would recommend upgrading your intercooler hoses and your turbo outlet hoses.
    As a sixth mod, I did my exhaust, going with Milltek valveless but with muffler and resonator. My S3 is my daily and I do like the sound of it 98%. There is certain times the note of the Exhaust doesn’t sound great but mostly it does.
    Note APR has discontinued their downpipe. ☹️

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +3

      Yes! Intercooler is huge on this cars! The good thing at least about the stock exhaust besides the downpipe is they are capable of high hp numbers. Exhaust is a good one too. Personally idk what I want to do. I’m not sure whether to get a catback system or if I should just to the res delete and call it a day. I don’t want the car too too loud as now that I’m getting older (closer to my 30s) I appreciate a nice tame exhaust note

    • @charlieshells8573
      @charlieshells8573 3 месяца назад

      Keep your cat back with the resonator and just upgrade your downpipe. Trust me.​@@DArias

  • @dallasmitchell3878
    @dallasmitchell3878 3 года назад +5

    Honestly intercooler is such a huge upgrade. Even from factory the intercooler on these cars aren’t great. Adding more power makes that situation worse. Great to add it into the video. Keep it up

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +2

      Absolutely! The heat soak sucks so much on these. Intercooler for me is coming ASAP

    • @landonwilkins3953
      @landonwilkins3953 3 года назад

      Can you run an upgraded intercooler without tuning?(planning on tuning once I save up again)

  • @rafaelbueno2785
    @rafaelbueno2785 3 года назад +5

    Great advice! Awesome video man. Agree with all this. Another good one if someone chooses it if you want to consider it “performance” is suspension upgrades. Sway bars, coils or springs etc

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +1

      Thank you man! And yes I consider suspension as a performance mod as it allows the car to drive and handle better. Def a good way to go if your focus is to have the best driving car possible for spirited driving

  • @markscena2550
    @markscena2550 3 года назад +3

    People always say intakes do nothing but at the same time it’s not about the gains most of the time we just want to hear spooly choo choo turbo sounds lmao

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +1

      For sure! That’s why I always do an intake I need to hear the turbo and “PSHHHH” noise when I let off

  • @SuperGurrier
    @SuperGurrier Месяц назад

    Im suprised no company has come up with a solution like relocating the sports cat section further back on these, like the gains from a catless downpipe and relocating a sports cat core to say where the resonator section is. On a tuned car it would free up even more power and most importantly you would get much better throttle response and still retain a token cat (code out eml with a tune)

  • @josephlopez3899
    @josephlopez3899 Год назад

    Whats up Diego. Love how helpful the content is, really appreciate the time you take to educate someone a little less car savvy than others 😅
    I have a question about the inlet pipe. I have a DVX that came with my used audi and added an IE intake. I want to add the inlet pipe but have seen problems on different forums with fitment. Have you heard anything on this? Thanks man.

  • @fadeds3842
    @fadeds3842 3 года назад +1

    Just had a Wagner IC put on mine after the other stg 2 bolt ons. Definitely allows you to squeeze more power out of the ecu tune.

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +1

      Nice!! That’s absolutely going to be my next mod haha I need it badly. Wagner is a great company I’m sure the difference is night and day

    • @fadeds3842
      @fadeds3842 3 года назад

      Huge. Took the air temps from 190 down to 115. If you're going big turbo at some point it's a must have.

  • @jayskates
    @jayskates 2 года назад +1

    New sub here, looking to trade my 19' ss 1le camaro on a 2020 CPO s3, definitely going to be modding and your videos are super helpful.
    Keep the content coming man!

    • @DArias
      @DArias  2 года назад +2

      Thanks man! You will love these! Easy power to be had!

  • @anthonydelk556
    @anthonydelk556 3 года назад +2

    Just found your channel. Awesome content

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +1

      Thank you!

  • @jeffstebbins9657
    @jeffstebbins9657 3 года назад +2

    Great advice bro like always

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +1

      Thanks man!

  • @ramonsalazar4964
    @ramonsalazar4964 9 месяцев назад +1

    Great video bro!!!!

    • @DArias
      @DArias  9 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you!

  • @marcelborde1542
    @marcelborde1542 2 года назад

    Informative video, thank you. Any advice on type of Stage 1 tune? Using a Cobb device/EQT vs a pure flash tune like Revo? Revo seems to be very popular in the UK and Europe but show comparable output numbers to Cobb.

  • @MAquiNAroJA12
    @MAquiNAroJA12 Месяц назад

    My old wrx needed a tune for everything you put on it, if I want to put just an intake and catted magnaflow exhaust, will I need a tune for my 2017 a3 Quattro?

  • @franciscocastro742
    @franciscocastro742 3 года назад +1

    Would love to see you work with eqt for a hybrid turbo ! I got the stage 1 Ethanol tune cuz of you !

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +2

      Nice man!!! I’m glad to hear that. And yeah it’s gonna come eventually lol slowly saving the funds to put into it. Will be contacting them once I’m 100% ready to go

  • @hunterelliott4858
    @hunterelliott4858 Год назад +1

    Hesitant on buying a downpipe because I really need an exhaust and it seems like any aftermarket exhaust paired with and aftermarket downpipe are either too loud or sound like shit

    • @DArias
      @DArias  Год назад +1

      You’re absolutely right. These cars are fantastic but at the same time it’s SOOOO hard to make them sound good. Which is the reason I’ve stayed away from a catback and just run the downpipe to the stock rear muffler

  • @arnoldbennett675
    @arnoldbennett675 2 года назад

    My first upgrade on my S3 before anything else was a usp catch can and pcv delete, saves all that junk from building up on your valves. And out of your engine.

  • @mariocastillo-azucar5458
    @mariocastillo-azucar5458 3 месяца назад

    Ok. Why not include a often missed GLI?

  • @ricardomartinez-ev3vs
    @ricardomartinez-ev3vs 4 месяца назад

    I have a 2020 Audi A3 8v 2.0T, i want to do stage 1 tune with apr, is it going to throw a CEL with a catted downpipe?

  • @clivethompson2359
    @clivethompson2359 2 года назад

    Hey I like your video...I have a question for you..I have a audi s3 2016..I do a few mods and I have a jb4 install. Now I'm going to install a cts catless downpipe..can I run that without a tune..because I don't want to go stage one or two...let me know what you think..thanks

  • @nickolejniczak8076
    @nickolejniczak8076 11 месяцев назад

    if i'm considering getting performance parts in the future, as in planning for a stage 2 maybe 3, does it make sense to get the ecu tuned at first? i'm wondering if it would have to be retuned afterwards. i just got a 2018 a3, very new to the car scene

  • @selimyetkin5664
    @selimyetkin5664 3 года назад

    Thanks for this informative video.I want to tune my a3 2020 sport car and I am a simple guy as u said I just want to tune it for stage 1 chip tuned but i wonder how it work with factory drive selects I mean for example can I use auto mode or comfort mode without tuned and when I switch back to dynamic drive mode than maybe chip starts to work ? I just want to know thanks for help :)

  • @TheG4M3RPro
    @TheG4M3RPro 3 года назад +1

    Have you had any issues with your s3 since you’ve tuned it? If yes, what issues? I am a little nervous staging the vehicle, having my warranty voided and something bad going wrong. (even with proper maintenance) Thanks for the videos man

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +3

      So far I have had no problems at all! And I tuned the car almost immediately after getting it. About 8 months in now and nothing. Just make sure you stick to the proper fluids and maintenance. Also how many miles on yours? If yours is low miles I wouldn’t worry. At higher mileage then I would def do a good look over on the car before throwing more power at it

    • @TheG4M3RPro
      @TheG4M3RPro 3 года назад +1

      @@DArias I have 21k and the car is 2018. I just have this mentality that if you stage/tune, the engine will explode lmfaoooo.

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +2

      Hahaha hey you know I don’t blame you. That thought will always be in the back of your head but at the same time that’s kind of the risk we all take when we modify our cars. My suggestion is eqt. They have super reliable tunes with a lot of power so it’s hard to beat them. Plus the customer service is top notch with them

    • @TheG4M3RPro
      @TheG4M3RPro 3 года назад

      @@DArias I appreciate the info man, thank you! I am still learning tunes and what kind of fuel to use, etc. Helped me out with your videos knowing that after a good amount of time you have no issues.

    • @brandonguenther9972
      @brandonguenther9972 2 года назад

      @yogev hey did you end up tuning your s3? I’m in the same boat right now, should I or should I not and risk warranty void?

  • @dominiquebrendonbeukes3130
    @dominiquebrendonbeukes3130 2 года назад

    Hey man Dominic here from south Africa I drive a 2010 a3 and its states one I just wanted to know how often do I have to update my software

  • @blazejm83
    @blazejm83 22 дня назад

    Anybody in az know if a downpipe will pass emissions

  • @adamslater4876
    @adamslater4876 3 года назад +1

    have you tried any other tunes? currently im on a full e85 fuel setup with a hybrid turbo tuned by United Motorsports

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +1

      I haven’t no BUT I was back and forth between UM and EQT for a while before choosing. Love UM for their flex fuel tuning capabilities. I bet your car is an absolute beast

  • @quadcoreQ
    @quadcoreQ 2 года назад

    What do you think about a turbo muffler delete?

  • @victorreyes3162
    @victorreyes3162 3 года назад +1

    Just bought a S3. I want those turbo noises how do I do that ?

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +1

      All you need is the inlet pipe and intake man! You’ll get all the good sounds that way haha

  • @thehelpingwrench1845
    @thehelpingwrench1845 3 года назад +1

    The Passat R-Line with the 2.0 should be the same right??

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +2

      Tbh not 100% the same. I think the Passat is a little different. They use a different ecu etc. so you can still do your basic bolt ons like intake, inlet pipe, exhaust etc but your tuning solutions will be more limited

  • @simplybuilt5928
    @simplybuilt5928 3 года назад +3

    Dude why would I use my downpipe to go off-roading? That makes no sense

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +2

      Only thing you’re gonna be off roading is me later 😏

  • @danielbreedlove
    @danielbreedlove 2 года назад +1

    I know this is quite after the fact, but I have. 2016 a3 with 66k miles on it. Was thinking about getting just a stage one tune, but scared for the engine. Other than getting a once over on the haldex and dsg fluids, is there anything else I should be worried about on such a high mileage engine? Thanks

    • @DArias
      @DArias  2 года назад +4

      So no need to worry bro! These engines are super strong. Many guys out there making 550hp on hybrid setups that daily their cars and no problems. Going stage 1 is a massive jump you won’t regret it. Just make sure you keep up with maintenance and I doubt you’ll have any issues

    • @danielbreedlove
      @danielbreedlove 2 года назад

      @@DArias Thanks man!

    • @charlieshells8573
      @charlieshells8573 3 месяца назад

      I would highly recommend a downpipe upgrade with the tune first and foremost. It will make a significant difference over all other minor upgrades.

  • @LastHumansGarage
    @LastHumansGarage 2 года назад +1

    you really think the inlet hose is that important? I tried a couple, and just didnt feel anything, plus it fit worse than oem. you still feel that way now?

    • @LastHumansGarage
      @LastHumansGarage 2 года назад +1

      i might reconsider it bro..

    • @DArias
      @DArias  2 года назад +1

      Tbh yeah and maybe it was placebo but switching from the CTS to the MST I felt even more of a difference. I feel the throttle response is much better and makes the car feel more “open” (if that makes sense) at WOT. And you say it didn’t fit right? Was it loose for you?

    • @LastHumansGarage
      @LastHumansGarage 2 года назад +1

      @@DArias ah ive tried a few brands, the hose never lined up with the flange perfectly. may have been my stiff hose. i would agree it makes it more "open" but to me, that also means "looser" at bottom end.

    • @LastHumansGarage
      @LastHumansGarage 2 года назад +1

      secret.. i put my stock intake back on for a couple days, and just put the R600 back in today. I have a drive video coming in 2 hours. finally tested my 0-60.

    • @DArias
      @DArias  2 года назад +1

      You’re not wrong about that when I had the full CTS inlet and intake it was a little tougher to line up correctly but the mst silicone hose was more forgiving tbh… and nice I’ll def be looking forward to your video at 5! My best 0-60 from dragy was a 3.76 with my stock wheels I’m tires.. I’m sure I’ve cut a better 60 on with the lighter wheels especially at the drag strip when I cut a 1.6 on one of my passes about a month ago

  • @fredrios4217
    @fredrios4217 2 года назад +1

    No one laugh at me but can you go stage 2 with just an intercooler?

    • @DArias
      @DArias  2 года назад +2

      Unfortunately no, you need an aftermarket downpipe either catted or catless to go stage 2

  • @brandontoler2382
    @brandontoler2382 2 года назад

    Does most of this apply to the 8p platform? Fsi?

  • @justanverna1810
    @justanverna1810 2 года назад +1

    Can I go stage 2 with only a down pipe and CTS intake? I have the Cobb tuner

    • @DArias
      @DArias  2 года назад +1

      Yessir you can. It is recommended to go with 1 step colder plugs BUT if you tune and no issues from ignition system usually you’re ok for a little while till you upgrade

    • @justanverna1810
      @justanverna1810 2 года назад +1

      @@DArias just went stage 1, bought the car 2 weeks ago and that’s the first step I needed to take. Just ordered the apr intake so we will go from their! Thanks man

    • @DArias
      @DArias  2 года назад +1

      Awesome man! I’m sure you’re gonna love the car a lot! They’re a blast

  • @dannyvelasco2245
    @dannyvelasco2245 3 года назад +1

    Does eqt tuning void warranty?

    • @DArias
      @DArias  3 года назад +1

      Any tune can void warranty. It depends too if you know someone that works at a dealer and you have a hook up dont worry. Also there are mod friendly dealers sometimes that won’t flag your car for a td1

  • @tfiresmith01
    @tfiresmith01 Год назад +1

    My first mod would be get the best tires you can afford!! Totally changes things

    • @DArias
      @DArias  Год назад +1

      That’s another great option tbh! I’m struggling with that rn myself lol

    • @tfiresmith01
      @tfiresmith01 Год назад

      @@DArias I am changing out my OEM tires to continental extreme contact DWS 06 Plus! I have used them before on my previous vehicles and they were absolutely amazing even in the snow

  • @afarangi4839
    @afarangi4839 2 года назад +1

    How about the resale value???

    • @DArias
      @DArias  2 года назад +3

      I can’t lie whenever I buy a car the last thing I think about is resale haha

  • @nickpercival
    @nickpercival 2 года назад +1

    "em kay 7"

    • @DArias
      @DArias  2 года назад +1

      That is correct lol

  • @blessedc8897
    @blessedc8897 2 года назад +1

    A3 or S3 ??

    • @DArias
      @DArias  2 года назад +2

      I have an s3 but def would be great for the a3 too