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10 miles?! Is that all Rich... you need to get out more!

So have you put the performance controller back on? Can't imagine you've gone back to standard!

Originally Posted by Mattchaps

10 miles?! Is that all Rich... you need to get out more!

So have you put the performance controller back on? Can't imagine you've gone back to standard!

HaHa Matt, yes I'm hoping for a DRY day for kk meet and forthcoming shows etc?

I've gone back to the standard haldex for now but I am considering the sport haldex (again) as it suits my mapping and general driving. I have decided to take the R to a near concours standard so it would be pointless me keeping the comp haldex as it would never be used to its full capacity.....

Nice one Rich.

Can't wait to have a look round yours at KK.

Originally Posted by Mattchaps

Nice one Rich.

Can't wait to have a look round yours at KK.

looks like its gonna be a great turn out!

wots the main diffrences that this controller adds??

there is so many diffrent ones out there i get mixed up!!

Originally Posted by r32kmc

i bid you £450 all i have spare at the moment but it sittin here waitin to go if you'll take it?

Sorry mate, no can do.....just turned down a slightly higher offer of £500 lol These have now increased in price....due to the weak £ thanks for making a bid

Originally Posted by andyr32

wots the main diffrences that this controller adds??

there is so many diffrent ones out there i get mixed up!!

Here's some useful info as per quoted by Dave @ TTS

1) The Competition controllers (or 'Race') are not orange from the factory, there is a distributor in the USA that colours them for there own purposes. When they come from Haldex, they are either silver (standard and great for a stealthy install) or blue as per the HPP (sometimes called 'Sport') The batches often vary when we get them.

2) TTS Roadsport / The TT Shop are the sole UK importer and distributors and we supply other UK tuners with this unit. We supply the GEN1 controllers for the TT MK1/R32 MK4 and the GEN2 units for the S3 8P/ New TT and MK5 R32 - the GEN2 is a switchable controller and has the functions of all 3 different controllers (Std/Sport/Race)

3) We keep large stocks of both the units at our Bedford HQ / Workshops

4) The Sport controller is completely fluid in it's distribution of torque to the rear wheels. It's not 50/50 or 100% rear. It essentially reacts on the same input signals as the standard contoller (ABS - ESP - ACC) and distributes torque according to where it's needed. The main difference is that it will respond and act upon smaller inputs and distribute more drive to the rear when required. This gives the feel of a more balanced 'all wheel drive' car, particularly when cornering or accelerating hard. Another feature is 'flat' (car stance - rather than nose lift) acceleration from a standstill as the controller drives more of the rear wheels than standard.

5) The Competition controller is similar and is also fluid. But this controller is more sesitive in monitoring the imputs and more aggressive in switching the torque, providing a sportier driving experience.

The Competition units were originally developed for Skoda WRC team who used a Skoda Octavia 4X4 with Haldex for their Recce ( practice) cars.

Difference is that during braking it will lock up instead of opening wich is done in the normal HPP.

This will give the car more stability during braking and redusing the risk prevent single wheel lock.

For normal "street cars" it's not a good option since it will not open up during ABS braking ( safety issue) Therefore only experience drivers who are aware of this should have one.

Ok folks, if anyone is interested please PM me I can bring this to kk meet and I will accept £550 on the day and no less! That's over £100+ saving....still in excellent condition inc new gasket + instructions etc

Can't afford this sadly but I hope you don't mind me asking a question about it. I know it says not really for street use and it's really for experienced drivers etc. Is this true or is it them covering themselves??? Would I enter hell backwards in in a flaming R if I ever fitted one LOL.

Cheers

Originally Posted by wrk_in_progress

Can't afford this sadly but I hope you don't mind me asking a question about it. I know it says not really for street use and it's really for experienced drivers etc. Is this true or is it them covering themselves??? Would I enter hell backwards in in a flaming R if I ever fitted one LOL.

Cheers

Simon, I could be wrong.....but I believe the main safety issue is.... IF you lock up wheels (under heavy braking) the ABS won't work effectively but you can overcome this by 'pumping' the brake pedal which is what most peeps done way before ABS existed - hence experienced drivers only bit lol. Hope this helps?

Ah right I see. Cheers Rich. In suprised this hasn't been snapped up yet as it's basically a brand new unit.

Good luck fella

Originally Posted by wrk_in_progress

Ah right I see. Cheers Rich. In suprised this hasn't been snapped up yet as it's basically a brand new unit.

Good luck fella

Cheers dude

Here is a pic taken today......gives you a better idea of how new it is



You even get a 'Haldex Performance' badge/logo lol :biggrin:

Great read with the info on the different ones above - just outta insterest, why the sale (can PM me the answer if you want)


EDIT: Just read your orginal review and can see why, no worries

Originally Posted by Toffs

Great read with the info on the different ones above - just outta insterest, why the sale (can PM me the answer if you want)


EDIT: Just read your orginal review and can see why, no worries

Main reason, am going for a near 'Concours R' never gonna use it to its full potential tbh but I wanted to try it out.....curiosity lol

Curiosity killed the cat... :p

Originally Posted by Toffs

Curiosity killed the cat... :p

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwwrQogZ8H8&feature=PlayList&p=F9EAF3C7604 2CC05&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=9]YouTube - CURIOSITY KILLED THE CAT FREE TOTP[/ame]

was a good track back in the day.....lol

Hmm, think the 'blues style' jazz killed the cat tbh :p
Oh, and the vocals,
and clothes
and what the heck - I'm about to kill the cat if I don't stop that noise

gah! I wish I had an abundance of money to buy this!!!! (You'll sound even richer if you go see how much this would cost me in NZ$!!!)

Bump! Ideal mod for the Nurburg

Mattcony's R fitted with 'Comp Haldex' Vs Nurburgring + Others

Here's [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7hwLyfY_cE"]YouTube - Nürburgring 8m54s BMW M3, Z3 MCoupe, Golf R32, VX220[/ame] enjoy :biggrin:

Ps Cheers Matt for allowing me to use the above

Originally Posted by slapas R32

Is this still for sale?? And, do you know if it will fit a mk5 R32??? Thanks

Sorry for late reply fella just got back from my holiday..... Unfortunately, it's for a MK4 but yeah it's still for sale