Revo Stage One 2.0 FR TSI

[Mo_86]

Traction in the wet is good once you are rolling. Off the line and harsh low speed acceleration isn't brilliant, and you do get wheel hop and wheel spin. But that would happen with any brand of tyre I think. Once you are in 3rd you can be as aggressive with the throttle as you like and they will grip, even in the wet.
I dont think better tyres exist that would solve these issues. Premium models from Goodyear / Continental / Michelin are all equally good in my opinion.

Have you added the dogbone bush?

 

[Flowjoe100]

Have you added the dogbone bush?

No, the cars suspension is completely standard. I'm not that interested in getting it done either. Apparently it compromises comfort a little bit. Plus I don't really tend to boot it off the line anyway, I mostly use in gear acceleration. I don't tend to rag my car about too much. It's just nice to have the extra power in day to day use.

 

[tracktoy]

Traction in the wet is good once you are rolling. Off the line and harsh low speed acceleration isn't brilliant, and you do get wheel hop and wheel spin. But that would happen with any brand of tyre I think. Once you are in 3rd you can be as aggressive with the throttle as you like and they will grip, even in the wet.
I dont think better tyres exist that would solve these issues. Premium models from Goodyear / Continental / Michelin are all equally good in my opinion.

I would agree these premium tyres are all good in the wet but from a longevity perspective I found the Michelin to be better than the continentals for me. These front wheel cars are not designed for fastest 0-60 acceleration but there are hardware changes that can improve the traction

 

[nd-photo.nl]

No, the cars suspension is completely standard. I'm not that interested in getting it done either. Apparently it compromises comfort a little bit. Plus I don't really tend to boot it off the line anyway, I mostly use in gear acceleration. I don't tend to rag my car about too much. It's just nice to have the extra power in day to day use.

I have the yellow Powerflex on my Cupra and I can highly recommend it. I'm allergic to extra vibration, so thats why I opted for the least strong one for petrol platform. when I saw the video of HumbleMechanic, I was convinced. The amount of movement was way bigger than I thought. I wont be doing the actual dogbone itself, the insert is enough for me.

The intro already shows it

 

[FutureHendrix]

Thanks for the reply, I've got the same engine and would like to map on 95 too.
10hp if thats accurate is neither here or there.

Highly recommend. Immediately can tell the difference, especially with the torque at higher speeds. Only thing I’ve found now is with my basic tyres the car loses traction when you send it so you have to make sure you’ve got two hands on the wheel when you’re about to put your foot down

Wheelhop when accelerating from standstill is also quite harsh but this was present before the map.

 

[nd-photo.nl]

Also check the Starting Vibration Reduction setting in VCDS

 

[FutureHendrix]

Have you added the dogbone bush?

Is this a better fix than upgrading the tyres to PS4’s?

 

[Mo_86]

Is this a better fix than upgrading the tyres to PS4’s?

Think stickier better tyres will increase the hop if anything.

 

[Mannyg60]

Hi just stumbled upon this thread as I was searching on the internet.
Currently running a 2004 Leon Cupra and it’s mapped by the lovely Simon at Ecotech and I was looking at getting a Cupra estate but after reading this thread I reckon an FR would do me fine.
needs to be able to fit a mountain bike in the back with the front wheel off and be easy to load up, which the current Cupra is a bit of a faff with the seats down

thanks for the detailed thread, I reckon the Cupra would have been too much to insure and the mpg might have been worse, my current Cupra is running 220 ish bhp and it’s enough so I reckon a 2.0 fr with 260 would be brilliant.

nice one dude

 

[Flowjoe100]

Hi just stumbled upon this thread as I was searching on the internet.
Currently running a 2004 Leon Cupra and it’s mapped by the lovely Simon at Ecotech and I was looking at getting a Cupra estate but after reading this thread I reckon an FR would do me fine.
needs to be able to fit a mountain bike in the back with the front wheel off and be easy to load up, which the current Cupra is a bit of a faff with the seats down

thanks for the detailed thread, I reckon the Cupra would have been too much to insure and the mpg might have been worse, my current Cupra is running 220 ish bhp and it’s enough so I reckon a 2.0 fr with 260 would be brilliant.

nice one dude

Im glad I didn't get a Cupra. An FR is definately cheaper to run / insure / buy in the first place as you say. MPG on mine is very impressive, I got an average of 54 on a clear Manchester - London run recently. It's still running fine overall & I remain very happy with it.

You've just got to find a trim level that ticks your boxes. Heated leather seats, 18" wheels, adaptive suspension & the digital instrument display are a hard combo to find for some reason. Shop about, I had to travel quite far to get mine. But it was the only one like it listed anywhere at the time.

Boot space is fine for a bike. I do a lot of cycling and I get a road bike in the boot with just the front wheel off. This is with the rear seats still up. I don't think a mountain bike would do that though, a bit of a longer thing overall? The carrying capacity is just good full stop. Been on holiday a few times in the UK with enough stuff to keep my 1yr old going. It's a solid and sensible choice, you wont regret it.

 

[Mannyg60]

Awesome thank you buddy. What year did they make the 2.0 tsi petrol that you have as it’s down to budget so an earlier car would be best for me. Appreciate the reply and speedy response

 

[Mannyg60]

Im glad I didn't get a Cupra. An FR is definately cheaper to run / insure / buy in the first place as you say. MPG on mine is very impressive, I got an average of 54 on a clear Manchester - London run recently. It's still running fine overall & I remain very happy with it.

You've just got to find a trim level that ticks your boxes. Heated leather seats, 18" wheels, adaptive suspension & the digital instrument display are a hard combo to find for some reason. Shop about, I had to travel quite far to get mine. But it was the only one like it listed anywhere at the time.

Boot space is fine for a bike. I do a lot of cycling and I get a road bike in the boot with just the front wheel off. This is with the rear seats still up. I don't think a mountain bike would do that though, a bit of a longer thing overall? The carrying capacity is just good full stop. Been on holiday a few times in the UK with enough stuff to keep my 1yr old going. It's a solid and sensible choice, you wont regret it.

What year did your version come out

 

[Flowjoe100]

What year did your version come out

Im not sure when that engine was available from, but my car is a 2019 plate.