Audi Tuning | VW Tuning

Exciting news from APR!!  We will go into them further when we return from the annual APR Distributor Conference but we wanted to get the news out there as quickly as possible.

First off, we are VERY excited to have been present at APR’s debut of the B7 Audi RS4 SUPERCHARGER kit for the FSI 4.2L V8!  And I’m not just talking about an announcement… It’s done!  APR drove the supercharged RS4 into their showroom this morning as we all sat in amazement.  We hope to be able to begin selling and installing these kits as early as this May.  This kit will soon be available for the Audi S5, R8, and Q7.  There’s even talk about Audi RS5 compatibility - let’s hope we get them here in North America!

Heffner Performance has partnered with APR to offer V8 Audi R8 customers a twin-turbocharger kit!  Our sources tell us the kit will produce 500 whp on pump gas and 6 psi!  V10 owners can expect a similar kit in the near future.

More software products are expecting to debut within this 2010 season including DSG transmission upgrades and TDI software development.

We apologize in advance for not having pictures to share at this time.  A more comprehensive update will follow upon our return from the APR Distributor Conference in Opelika, Alabama.  Meanwhile, feel free to take a look at pictures already posted on QuattroWorld.

APR has announced the release of their turbo-back exhaust system for the Mk6 GTI!!  We will be stocking these very soon…

APR, LLC. announces another successful licensing of a new exhaust technology, RSC™, Reflective Sound Cancellation, to further enhance APR’s line of performance exhaust systems for Volkswagen and Audi vehicles.

Reflective Sound Cancellation allows for maximum exhaust gas flow while completely eliminating in cabin sound resonance (drone). RSC™ incorporates innovative technologies developed in conjunction with NASA. With limited use of packing materials and no baffles, RSC™ allows for a completely straight and free flowing exhaust path through the RSC™ mufflers. Reflective Cancellation bounces the undesirable sound waves into each other to attenuate the wave and completely eliminate the low frequency tones that create drone. Each RSC™ muffler is tuned to eliminate specific, undesirable sound frequencies allowing only the engine’s desirable exhaust notes to be heard and improving performance.

The first APR application to feature RSC™ technology were the New MK5 GTi 2.0T FSI RSC™ Performance Exhaust Systems. Benefits of the new technology allowed APR’s RSC™ Exhaust Systems to meet the European Union and other countries’ noise requirements of 90db or less in new car exhaust sound and even increase performance over traditional performance exhaust systems.

APR’s RSC™ technology is now available for the MK6 GTI in our newest 2.0 TSI RSC™ Performance Exhaust System!

APR’s design specifications and manufacturing requirements result in a 3″ mandrel bend stainless steel performance exhaust system unmatched by any other. RSC™ technology ensures the maximum possible performance increases from any performance exhaust system while maintaining refined and unobtrusive sound inside the cabin.

APR’s 2.0T RSC™ Performance Exhaust System features the same great designs from APR’s Engineering Team and high quality manufacturing incorporating the following:

-High Percision Jewelry Grade Tig Welding
-304L Low Carbon Stainless Steel Construction
-CNC Milled Mounting Bracketry
-Torca Exhaust Clamps
-3″ CNC Mandrel Bent Tubing
-200 Cell Metal Matrix Catalyst
-Double Walled and Rolled 4″ Tips Emblazoned with the APR Logo
-Lifetime Warranty

The Golf Ball Test

Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZJEJTlB1tc

The Golf Ball Test is the best way to determine if the exhaust system you’ve chosen for your turbocharged car is up to the task of handling the power output from your engine. Often times, you’ll find that you can’t even roll a marble through a traditional muffler system which makes one wonder just how restrictive that free flowing exhaust must really be. Traditional mufflers use baffles and packing material a lot like steel wool to quiet the drone and other unpleasing sounds that occur when developing an exhaust system to make power. Obviously, the more baffles and packing material you add to reduce the unpleasing sound, the more restrictive the system becomes and therefore the opportunity for maximum power output is greatly reduced. APR’s RSC™ mufflers don’t use traditional muffler baffles and packing material, RSC™ incorporates a straight-through design that gives you all of the power of a straight pipe exhaust system plus the comfort in the cabin that comes with absolutely ZERO drone.
Comparison Video

Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtRMzwosBCw

Application Guide

2010+ MK6 GTI – 2.0 TSI (CCTA/CCZB/CBFA) – 6MT & DSG – Turboback Exhaust System – FE100037 – $1,649.00

2010+ MK6 GTI – 2.0 TSI (CCTA/CCZB/CBFA) – 6MT & DSG – Catback Exhaust System – CB100047 – $999.00

2010+ MK6 GTI – 2.0 TSI (CCTA/CCZB/CBFA) – 6MT & DSG – Downpipe Exhaust System – CD100013 – $699.00

2010+ MK6 GTI – 2.0 TSI (CCTA/CCZB/CBFA) – 6MT & DSG – Midpipe Only¹ – CD100020 – $439.00

¹Midpipe Only includes only the midpipe/catpipe section of the exhaust. This is only applicable to customers purchasing an APR Stage III Turbocharger System without previously purchasing an APR Downpipe Exhaust System.

Stasis Engineering just sent us a link to their YouTube video featuring their new B8 Audi S4 exhaust system!! (click topic title to view entire story and video)

Product information and pricing to be added to our website soon…

APR has finally released their long-awaited ECU upgrade for the 2010 model VWs and Audis!  It’s just a matter of a few days before we will be up and running with APR’s latest software and upgrade procedures.  Check back here for an official announcement once we are up and running! APR’s Stage 1 ECU Upgrade is also on sale as an introductory offer until the end of February for all 2010 models. For the price of a single-program ECU upgrade ($599), you will receive all of APR’s EMCS switching capabilities with other programs like stock, valet, 93-octane, and 100-octane modes, as well as a security lockout feature with anti-theft for FREE – a $1200 value!!

APR is pleased to offer the ONLY on-site flashing method for Audi’s newest 2.0 TFSI engines in North America!  APR’s Engineering Team has done it again by maintaining the no hassle, convenient installation methods we have all enjoyed since the release of APR’s DPP flashing suite in 2003.  In a time when other tuners are forced to send your ecu to company headquarters for installation of ECU Upgrades,  APR is proud to offer on-site ECU upgrade installation in about an hour’s time while you wait.

APR’s Stage 1 for the newest generation Audi 2.0 TFSI Engines features APR’s Patented EMCS calibration switching features that allow you to use your OEM equipped Cruise Control to select different situation specific calibrations and features giving you advanced control over your engine’s operation and enabling the ECU to perform special functions not made available by the OEM.

-Program Switching Enables you to swap between two or more engine programs using the cruise control stalk. All cars have stock and standard chipped program versions available. Valet, race-gas, and other specialty programs are available for most models.

-Fault Code Erase (FCE) Fault Code Erase allows you to erase and reset engine related trouble codes without having to use a specialty tool.

-Security Lockout Prevents unauthorized personnel from accessing EMCS functions. The user may select any 2 to 4 digit security code. The security code is entered using the cruise control buttons to re-enable the EMCS features.

-Anti-Theft You can render your car immobile to thieves, even if there is an attempt to start the car with your own key!

Feel free to contact us directly if you have any questions or concerns about APRs ECU Upgrade – by far the best bang-for-buck modification you can do to your 2.0T engine.

Kris had picked up a set of the Hartmann HTTRS Wheels for his Passat CC a few weeks back, and we were very interested to see what the final outcome would be. Knowing though that the stance wouldn’t be exactly what Kris would want us to take pictures of, he made sure to have us throw on a set of the Koni SS coil-overs first, a bargain at the price of $1199!

Once installation was complete, Kris’ CC was rolled up front for pictures. We were unbelievably amazed at how well the CC wore the HTTRS Wheels – of course the suspension had MUCH to do with it.

No spacing was required to achieve this superb stance. The Hartmann HTTRS comes in 19×8.5″ sizing with a 38mm offset which we then wrapped with Goodyear rubbers in 235/35. We honestly couldn’t think of a better look for the car… Then Kris broke it to us – the Gold Coast body kit is already en route. We certainly hope to get another shot or two of this gorgeous car when it comes in wearing its new outfit.

Every now and then we come across a style of wheel we’re not so sure about. But we like to mix things up a bit and see what our valued customers are after.

This Scirocco sits properly over these “Quantum” Wheels thanks to Mark Lambert’s Photoshopping skills. The wheels are staggered, 19×8.5 up front and 19×9.5 rears. Offsets aren’t yet known but clearly they would apply with VW Mk5/6 fitments.

Tell us what you think!  Use the comment section below and post to your heart’s content.

Bob was back in town, and with the changing weather it was time to outfit his Audi B5 RS4-conversion with a set of winter wheels and tires. Taking advantage of an easy-to-clean style, as well as one that will still show-off those massive Alcon brakes, it was decided Hartmann’s brand-new HTTRS wheel would be the winter gear of choice.

The Hartmann HTTRS Wheel is 19×8.5″, with a wheel offset of 38mm. The widebody required the use of H&R 15mm spacers front to back to get the wheels positioned correctly beneath the car.

Introductory sale pricing is exclusive to VWVortex, Audizine, and Achtuning.com subscribers so be sure to mention “introductory 10% off sale pricing” when you call to order the new Hartmann HTTRS!

Hartmann HTTRS
* 19×8.5 et38 – List Price: $285 | Introductory Sale Price: $256

The Hartmann Euromesh 4 Wheel is available in both a hyper silver and anthracite finish, and while he liked the look of the anthracite, Paul felt the hyper silver would be the better fit for his B6 S4 Avant.

An 18×8″ wheel with a 32mm offset means Paul has no worries with regard to stance since Hartmann Wheels are manufactured with a more aggressive offset from factory. The new mesh style he feels compliments his avant nicely, and we couldn’t agree more!

Hartmann Euromesh 4, Hyper Silver: 18×8 et32

New from H&R and in-stock at Achtuning is their 40mm 5×100 to 5×130 adapter!

We also brought in the new 35mm version of 5×100 to 5×130 and 5×112 to 5×130 adapters. H&R’s 2010 catalog features several new items, all of which is being added to our online gallery as I write this. Achtuning stocks just about every VW/Audi spacer or adapter combination possible, even select BMW applications. Call us for your wheel spacing or adapting needs today!