Just bought Ibiza Cupra!

[Deleted member 22032]

Hi people, i have recently bought an Ibiza Cupra 1.8 20v T! I'm new to this forum and i've a read a few topics on here and the advice you guys hand out seems pretty genuine! This is the first turbo ive owned and im looking to tune it a bit and dont really know where to start!! Any advice? Another thing is how have some of you guys got about getting a sub and amp wired up?

 

[GeorgeF]

sky is the limit dude. start wiv a gd recirc/ blow off valve, filter exhaust chip coilovers, and so on. just read througfh and sure u will get some ideas

 

[cupra_matt]

Best thing to do first off is to get it remapped, it makes a huge difference to a standard car.

These things are so tunable, its great fun.

Hope you have a long and happy CUPRA ownership.

 

[Deleted member 22032]

Hope you have a long and happy CUPRA ownership.

Thanks im sure i will!!

 

[Loko]

Welcome to the forum chap.

Lots of helpful and knowledgable people here, just make sure you use the search functionality or you'll have Mork on your ass!

If I were you:

1. A decent set of tyres all round. Goodyear F1's are a popular choice and my favourites. I'm currently on P Zero Nero's all round, the new Assimetrico tyre is very good I think. I'm loving my new set!
2. 15 or 17 mm hubcentric spacers on the back.
3. Brembo elliptical grooved discs and Ferodo DS2500 pads for the front from Badger 5 here on the forum (OEM discs and pads on the rear are fine). Oh and Motul RBF600 brake fluid is top stuff, stick with it, I'll swear by it.
4. Forge recirculating blow-off valve.
5. ECU remap. Lots of choice here. Revo, P-Torque, Custom are all good choices, everyone has their favourite. Test drive a car if you can is my recommendation to see if you prefer a progressive map or a kick up the behind type map.
6. Uprated antiroll bars, again several choices. Have a search. These make a great imrpovement.
7. Suspension, again several choices. Seat Sport kit is a good starting point.

The list is endless. Everyone here has different opinions. Many run similar set-ups. A bit like Pringles, once you pop you can't stop...

Happy driving.

 

[Glassy80]

I dont mean to be rude loko, but ive just read your signature! Are you on crack?

 

[Dan Cupra R]

Remap is the best £ for bhp mod to do 1st, it will surprise you the difference it makes, good for 40bhp extra

I see by your avatar you have gone to the Yellow side, wise choice my friend

 

[Loko]

I dont mean to be rude loko, but ive just read your signature! Are you on crack?

Erm no I'm not on crack...I'm a martial artist...empty your mind...

ECU remap is best bhp/£ mod, however power is nothing without control. Many would recommend tinkering with brakes and handling before you go for the extra power. It's up to you, whether you're a go fast in a straight line man or a proper driver that likes the twisty stuff.

 

[Loko]

Oh by the way, you might consider buying some shares in Bremi.

That's the manufacturer of the VAG coilpacks. Expect to go through a bunch of those...

 

[Deleted member 22032]

I see by your avatar you have gone to the Yellow side, wise choice my friend

It had to be done!! last car was black and also a b**** to keep clean! Shows any dirt!

How much roughly is a remap goin to cost?? I have got a local Revo dealer, after hearing good things will probably go to them!!

 

[Dan Cupra R]

It had to be done!! last car was black and also a b**** to keep clean! Shows any dirt!

How much roughly is a remap goin to cost?? I have got a local Revo dealer, after hearing good things will probably go to them!!

rEMAPS CAN BE ANYTHING BETWEEN £250 - £500 Depending on who you go with.

Revo is about £400 IIRC, I have P-Torque remap on mine which I paid £250, price has gone p a bit now for P-Torque. I got it cheap as they were new boys in the game at the time.

 

[Havok316]

Revo stage 1, a strut brace, recirc valve

welcome to the site too mate

 

[p34ch3y]

Oh by the way, you might consider buying some shares in Bremi.

That's the manufacturer of the VAG coilpacks. Expect to go through a bunch of those...

and MAF,s as well ive had two cupras my 1st was onvi yellow had that for two years n had 3 mafs

ive had my arctic grey one now for two months n the bloody maf has just gone

 

[Essex_Cupra]

My List even though I don't own a cupra anymore

I'd say get the small bits that make a big difference and a re-map

1. 15 or 17 mm spacers on the back! DO IT NOW!
2. Forge recirculating blow-off valve/ or DV007P.
3. Strut Brace - From SEAT
4. Leon Cupra R Splitter - From SEAT
5. ECU remap - Depends on what mods you plan for the future! If your going to uprate the turbo etc.. i'd go with Jabba .. if not any other map will put a big smile on your face!
6. Seat Sport kit - Anything is better than standard it seems!
7. Jabba/Forge Intercooler

Then when your looking to replace the exhaust from the turboback you could go for a ko3s at the same time!

Missing my cupra!

 

[Martyn]

I'd agree with Loko, sort the comedy handling and pants brakes out before remapping

 

[Essex_Cupra]

You missing your ibiza martyn?

 

[PhilW]

Whatever you spend money on, make sure you have spare to fix it when it breaks. Coz it will break. Often.

 

[Martyn]

You missing your ibiza martyn?

Not at all mate, the Elise is winning the award for the car I've kept the longest The Integra Type R came in 2nd...

 

[Essex_Cupra]

Not at all mate, the Elise is winning the award for the car I've kept the longest The Integra Type R came in 2nd...

It must be the better handling cars you like then!