Audi Tuning | VW Tuning

In 30+ years, this is the first time Hartmann Wheels has their own center cap! 

Achtuning is proud to offer a free set of Hartmann Wheel caps with every Hartmann Wheel order. Hartmann Wheels are still compatible with select OE wheel caps for those looking for a “factory look.”

We took the opportunity to test-fit some of our new Hartmann Wheels on the Achtuning CC today. First up is the brand new Hartmann HV10-289 wheels, made available in a 19×8.5 with a 38mm offset. We’ve even got a 47mm offset coming soon which will make fitment a breeze with just about every popular VW/Audi application we sell Hartmann wheels to…

Next up was the 19×8.5 +47 Hartmann HRS6-204-GA:M, a limited edition gloss-anthracite/machined finish.

We’d like to see these styles on a few more applications so stay tuned as we bring in a few other models for test-fitting!

We’ve added yet another new finish to a popular wheel, the Hartmann HTT-256-GA:M - a gloss-anthracite/machined finish!

Our first local install was on Chris’ Audi allroad. Chris had originally been on the back-order list for the matte-anthracite/machined finish but the long delay and the debut of this new style made him come in earlier and switch out his order. Adding 20mm H&R spacers to the 19×8.5 +38 wheels, the final look is just what we would expect for an enthusiast owned allroad. See for yourself!

APR’s RSC™ Technology is now available for the MK6 Golf R in their newest 2.0T RSC™ 3″ Performance Exhaust System. RSC™ or Reflective Sound Cancellation allows for maximum exhaust gas flow while completely eliminating unwanted in cabin sound resonance known as “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 throughout 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 true and desirable exhaust not to be heard and improving performance.

APR’s design specifications and manufacturing requirements result in a 3″ mandrel bend stainless steel performance exhaust system with minimal bends 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.

Exhaust System Features

APR’s Golf R RSC™ Performance Exhaust System features the same great designs from APR’s Engineering Team and high quality manufacturing incorporating the following:

• High Flow Straight Through 3″ Unrestricted Design
• High Precision CNC Mig Welding
• High Precision Jewelry Grade Tig Welding
• Low Carbon Stainless Steel Construction
• 200 Cell Metal Matrix Catalyst
• Resonated AWD Downpipe
• High Strength Torca Exhaust Clamps
• Interchangeable Polished Stainless Steel or Diamond Black Tips
• Double Walled and Rolled Tips Laser Etched with APR Logo
• Lifetime Warranty

No cutting or modifications are required to install this system in any form. The Turboback System replaces the entire exhaust. The Catback System replaces the exhaust system after the factory catalytic converter pipe, includes a 3″ reducer to connect the factory exhaust without any cutting and remains emission compliant. The Downpipe replaces the factory catalytic converter system and includes a reducer to connect to the rear factory mufflers without any cutting. Please click on the system overview buttons to illustrate each configuration.

Exhaust Overview

Turboback System

Catback System

Downpipe System

Other Photos

Power Gains

Power gains were measured in identical testing conditions using APR’s in house dynamometer. The factory exhaust was tested against the APR RSC Turboback Exhaust in various software and hardware configurations. The average maximum gains were rounded down to the nearest 5 HP and are listed below. APR recorded gains between 10 and 25 HP in various configurations proving the exhaust’s 3″ straight through free flowing design increases power over the stock exhaust system.

Stock ECU
Stock Intake
Stock HPFP
Stock Intercooler
Stock Exhaust vs APR RSC TBE = Averaged Around 10 HP Peak Gain

Stock ECU
VWR Intake
Stock HPFP
Stock Intercooler
Stock Exhaust vs APR RSC TBE = Averaged Around 15 HP Peak Gain

APR Stage 1 ECU
Stock Intake
Stock HPFP
Stock Intercooler
Stock Exhaust vs APR RSC TBE = Averaged Around 10 HP Peak Gain

APR Stage 1 ECU
VWR Intake
Stock HPFP
Stock Intercooler
Stock Exhaust vs APR RSC TBE = Averaged Around 25 HP Peak Gain

APR Stage 1+ ECU
Stock Intake
APR HPFP
Stock Intercooler
Stock Exhaust vs APR RSC TBE = Averaged Around 10 HP Peak Gain

APR Stage 1+ ECU vs APR Stage 2+ ECU
VWR Intake
APR HPFP
Stock Intercooler
Stock Exhaust vs APR RSC TBE = Averaged Around 25 HP Peak Gain

Application Guides

APR’s Turboback and Catback Exhaust Systems are available with included Polished Stainless Steel or Diamond Black exhaust tips. The tips are also available separately and can be changed at the owner’s pleasure. The “Exhaust Overview” section above visually breaks down each system to understand what’s included.

EXHAUST SYSTEM PRE-BUY! - Achtuning is accepting pre-buy orders at this time and anticipates exhaust systems to begin shipping around the 16th of May from APR.

SALES PRICING! - All Exhaust Systems are on Sale until April 30th.

Turboback Exhaust System w/ Polished Stainless Steel Tips
FE100047A
MSRP: $1,999.00
SALE: $1,799.00

Turboback Exhaust System w/ Diamond Black Tips
FE100047B
MSRP: $2,123.00
SALE: $1,910.70

Catback Exhaust System w/ Polished Stainless Steel Tips
CB100056A
MSRP: $1,157.00
SALE: $1,041.30

Catback Exhaust System w/ Diamond Black Tips
CB100056B
MSRP: $1,284.00
SALE: $1,155.60

Downpipe Exhaust System
CD100027
MSRP: $839.00
SALE: $755.10

Exhaust Tips Only – Polished Stainless Steel Tips
TC100014
MSRP: $159.00
SALE: $143.10

Exhaust Tips Only – Diamond Black Tips
TC100015
MRSP: $189.00
SALE: $170.10

You’re looking at the first installed set of the BRAND NEW Hartmann HRS6-204 wheel in the matte-anthracite finish! Karl picked up his brand new A4 from University Audi this morning and drove it straight to Achtuning for a wheel upgrade and an APR ECU tune!

The wheels are 20×9 with a 40mm offset wrapped with 255/30-20s and the car currently sits at stock ride height. We’ve got plenty of these wheels in stock and will be adding them to the site shortly. Meanwhile, give us a call at 425-895-0000 to place your order!

Our VWR Intake has arrived from APR…

We’ve just added the intake to our online catalog and will be installing this one on the Achtuning Golf R immediately. Should have a decent impression of what we “feel” this will do for the R at the track this weekend.  Click the image to view product details about the VWR intake.

Last Friday we received two Hartmann Wheel containers, the first of several still long over-due to replenish our inventory. Many of you who are on a back-order list will be called soon (if you haven’t already) to confirm your wheel order. We thank you all for your continued patience. Please do not hesitate to contact us directly to check on your back-orders or visit our Hartmann Wheel website to check stock levels of the wheel you ordered.

We’ve added a few NEW wheels to the Hartmann Wheel line-up, and we are excited to share them with you! Up first is the Hartmann HRS6-204 wheel in a matte-anthracite finish:

Hartmann HRS6-204-MA
* 20×9 +40: $345 ea.

The matte-anthracite finish is first available in a 5×112, 20×9 with a 40mm offset – a perfect fit for several of the recent models in the Audi & VW line-up. We hope to some day offer both an 18″ and 19″ alternative.

One more NEW finish has been made available for the Hartmann HRS6-204 and is a limited edition gloss anthracite/machined finish – offered only as a 19×8.5 with a 47mm offset. Quantities are limited so act fast if you’re interested in a set!

Hartmann HRS6-204-GA:M
* 19×8.5 +47: $285 ea.

Brought in by popular request is the Hartmann HV10-289, a gloss anthracite/machined finish made available in a 19×8.5 with a 38mm offset. A 47mm offset is en route!

Hartmann HV10-289-GA:M
* 19×8.5 +38: $285 ea.

We will be adding these styles to the Achtuning Online Catalog as soon as possible but don’t hesitate to order them by calling us at 425-895-0000!

We are proud to announce APR’s release of their 2.0T Tuning Package for the North American Volkswagen Golf R!  The Achtuning Golf R is already running the APR ECU upgrade and high-pressure fuel pump and we are quite impressed!!

Volkswagen Automotive Group’s 2.0T found in the Golf R is the world’s premiere 4 cylinder turbocharged engine and APR has developed a line of premiere performance enhancements to compliment VAG’s achievement. APR’s expertly recalibrated engine management upgrades and professionally engineered OEM replacement performance engine components result in an even more enjoyable, powerful and efficient operation with no loss of life or use. APR’s complete line of performance enhancements have been developed for the 2.0T to provide increases of 83 FT-LBS of torque and 79 HP with an APR ECU and Hardware upgrades.

APR’s Software, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Teams have built upon years of experience and unmatched accomplishments with VAG’s standard 200HP 2.0T FSI engine to develop new breakthroughs in drivability and performance enhancement for the Golf R 2.0T which comes with 273HP.  APR has been able to fully realize the upgrades VAG provided in increased engine durability, efficiency and performance to deliver a tuning program that is the culmination of 9 years of research and development and unparalleled in the performance aftermarket.

APR Golf R ECU Upgrade Stages

The APR Stage I ECU Upgrade is an ODB-II ECU upgrade that not only gives you higher peak numbers of 306 horsepower and 293 ft-lbs of torque, but also gains of up to 38 horsepower and 34lb-ft throughout the power band!

APR’s ECU Upgrade is the best power per dollar modification for the 2.0T and gives it just the extra edge these cars lack from the factory without pushing the limits. With factory like smoothness and drivability APR’s ECU Upgrade will fill the void in an otherwise excellent car.

Dyno Graph

More Power Figures:
Measured Power at the Wheels
Gain over stock

All APR Software is available for 91 (R+M)/2, 93 (R+M)/2, 100 (R+M)/2, 95 RON, 98 RON and 104 RON fuel grades.

With the addition of an APR High Pressure Fuel Pump, APR’s Stage I+ ECU upgrade offers large gains in midrange torque and horsepower. An additional 55 ft-lbs of torque and 55 horsepower over stock is on tap.

Dyno Graph

More Power Figures:
Measured Power at the Wheels
Gain over stock

At these impressive power levels, the Golf-R demands an intake system that allows the turbocharger to breath more freely. With the addition of an APR Intake System, staggering gains of 83 ft-lbs of torque and 79 horsepower over stock were achieved. An impressive 338 ft-lbs of torque and 335 HP will transform the Golf-R into an AWD super car with only minor updates!

Dyno Graph

More Power Figures:
Measured Power at the Wheels
Gain over stock

As always, APR’s Stage I+ ECU upgrade is a free upgrade for all existing APR Stage I customers.

APR Stage II requires an APR RSC Exhaust System and is a free upgrade for all existing APR Stage I or I+ customers. More information and power figures will be available once their new exhaust system is released!

APR Stage II+ requires an APR RSC Exhaust System and an APR High Pressure Fuel Pump. APR Stage II+ is a free upgrade for all existing APR Stage I, I+ or II customers.

APR Stage III Software is included with our world renowned APR Stage III Turbocharger Systems. APR is currently verifying their Stage III Turbocharger Systems for the US market and will have more information soon!

Price:
$599

Flashing Method:
APR Direct Port Programming. Flashed through the OBD-II port. No soldering, No opening or removing the ECU.

More Questions?
Phone: 425 895 0000
Email: sales@achtuning.com

ACHTUNING is now stocking StopTech’s new STR 600 and STR 660 brake fluid, high performance DOT4 fluids engineered to optimize brake system performance at high operating temperatures, and compatible with modern ABS and other vehicle dynamic control systems.

StopTech STR-600 Synthetic Brake Fluid (500ml): $16.99

• Typical Dry Boiling Point 594 Degrees F (312 Degrees C)
• Typical Wet Boiling Point 404 Degrees F (206 Degrees C).
• Minimum Wet Boiling Point 383 Degrees F (195 Degrees C).
• Conforms to and exceeds U.S. FMVSS 116 (§ 571.116)

StopTech STR-660 Synthetic Brake Fluid (500ml): $27.99

• Typical Dry Boiling Point 622 Degrees F (328 Degrees C)
• Typical Wet Boiling Point 404 Degrees F (206 Degrees C).
• Minimum Wet Boiling Point 383 Degrees F (195 Degrees C).
• Conforms to and exceeds U.S. FMVSS 116 (§ 571.116)

Click either image above to be directed to the online catalog for instant ordering and check out the details.

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Building upon over thirteen years experience turbocharging Audi/VW engines, including four with the 2.0 TSI, APR’s Engineers have once again taken the TSI to ground breaking levels of performance. APR is pleased to introduce the 2.0 TSI Stage III+ Turbocharger System producing 451 horsepower on standard 93 octane pump fuel and 501 horsepower on 100 octane race fuel! Thanks to APR’s advanced real time engine management calibration capabilities, the Stage III+ turbocharger spool is lightning fast with a nearly flat torque curve from 3500 RPM all the way to redline. In all driving conditions, Stage III+ has power instantly on tap to pull you back in your seat and put a huge grin on your face.

Power levels beyond that of the APR Stage III Turbocharger system were made possible with the addition of three main components:

• Garrett/Honeywell GT3071R Turbocharger capable of airflow levels approximately 25% higher than the Stage III GT2860RS unit.
• APR High Pressure Direct Injection Injectors approximately 30% larger than standard OEM TSI injectors.
• APR’s world-class Stage III+ engine management recalibration, available in multiple octane levels seen around the world.

Stage III+ Upgrade System (For Existing Stage III Customers)

APR’s Stage III+ Turbocharger System is available as a turn key solution for new customers or as an upgrade for those who have previously purchased an APR Stage III Turbocharger System. This upgrade package includes upgraded APR Stage III+ Software, APR Stage III+ Turbocharger, APR Stage III+ Injectors and all the necessary replacement parts needed to upgrade your Stage III to Stage III+! A valid Stage III Authorization code must be presented to purchase a Stage III+ Upgrade System.

Horsepower, Torque and Power Delivery

Impressive levels of power are available from as early as 3500 RPM’s, giving you the performance you need in all driving conditions!

93 (R+M)/2 Octane

100 (R+M)/2 Octane

To better understand the power produced by this system, take a look at our in house dyno testing. The results are shown using all available correction factors, directly at the dyno pod measuring units. (Click to view the video: watch?v=sUYww125wjw )

The results were as follows:

93 (R+M)/2 Octane:

413.0 WHP / 354.4 WFT-LBS – Uncorrected
407.3 WHP / 351.6 WFT-LBS – SAE J1349 (2004) Correction
420.3 WHP / 362.8 WFT-LBS – STP Correction
417.1 WHP / 360.0 WFT-LBS – DIN Correction
423.8 WHP / 365.7 WFT-LBS – SAE Correction

APR Advertised Average 93 Octane Estimated Crank Figures:

451 HP / 390 FT-LBS of Torque

100 (R+M)/2 Octane:

461.8 WHP / 400.1 WFT-LBS – Uncorrected
452.8 WHP / 391.9 WFT-LBS – SAE J1349 (2004) Correction
468.3 WHP / 405.3 WFT-LBS – STP Correction
464.7 WHP / 402.3 WFT-LBS – DIN Correction
470.9 WHP / 407.5 WFT-LBS – SAE

APR Advertised Average 100 Octane Estimated Crank Figures:

501 HP / 432 FT-LBS of Torque

Brutal Acceleration

The APR Stage III+ Turbocharger System can be driven just like a stock car in normal day to day driving scenarios, but by simply pushing the gas all the way to the floor, tremendous levels of power are immediately unleashed! (Click for video: watch?v=f-GZTqDwiH4)

Pricing

All of this power comes at an affordable price, and is available at APR dealers around the world. Starting today,
till January 2nd, the APR Stage III+ Turbocharger System will be available at special introductory pricing.

Stage III+ Turbocharger System
Retail: $5,999.00
Sale: $5,399.10

Stage III+ Upgrade System
Retail: $2,999.00
Sale: $2,699.10