Pushing the MQB Platform to go Faster…

One Squiggly Line at a Time.

“You can’t make a racehorse out of a pig. But if you work hard enough at it you can make a mighty fast pig.”
— Bob Akin

Welcome to Data Driven MQB.

The MQB platform on track is very good bone stock… But as a street car it is not without it’s shortfalls. This site will be used to document changes made to my MK7.5 GTI for track use, while leveraging data acquisition to modify the car, quantify those changes made, plus analyze data from other MQB vehicles to further develop solutions to advance the platform.

Our questions may not always lead to a definitive answer, but instead force us to ask a better question.

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[Autocross] Novice School + Points Event #2 with TSCC: April 2024
[Autocross] Novice School + Points Event #2 with TSCC: April 2024

First autocross with the winter changes

[Autocross] Points Event #1 with TSCC: April 2024
[Autocross] Points Event #1 with TSCC: April 2024

First autocross with the winter changes

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New to HPDE?
New to HPDE?

So you’ve decided you want to drive fast, now what?

Basic Overview of GPS Lap Timer Options
Basic Overview of GPS Lap Timer Options

GPS/lap timer data systems I’ve used, and my impressions of them

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Brake Adaptations
Brake Adaptations

What I think the brake adaptations do, based on documentation and research - not bro science and placebo effect.

MK7 PP Brakes on Track
MK7 PP Brakes on Track

Exactly what needs done to make them last?

Drivetrain/Cooling
APR PCV Plate Tested/Evaluated
APR PCV Plate Tested/Evaluated

We’ve come this far, let’s see how a plate system compares as well.

Crankcase Data Logging on Track
Crankcase Data Logging on Track

Taking theory to the race track

DIY Data Analysis
Simos Tools - Customization and Logging
Simos Tools - Customization and Logging

Customize the ST displays to make it your own

Simos Tools - Getting Set Up
Simos Tools - Getting Set Up

Setting up the Maccina A0 dongle and getting familiar with Simos Tools

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Ride Height and Wheel Travel
Ride Height and Wheel Travel

Setting the stage for some future topics

Raising the Roll Center and Assessing Bump-Steer
Raising the Roll Center and Assessing Bump-Steer

Quick and easy camber - but at what cost?

Data overlay using Simos Tools + Garmin Catalyst on track. 2:12.55 at VIR Full Course in a very basic set up GTI. Details in video description.