Forge Intake + Short Shift Review

On an S3 but we share the same DNA so thought it may be useful

First the Forge intake – the installation seemed to be a bit fiddly …not for the Yoda (aka Derek)
Properly done should look something like this .....







However we decided to create a hybrid using the BMC CAI as it was the safer option just incase i decided to go snorkeling or puddle hopping with the car.

Also I liked the idea of having proper intake plumbing instead of the engine cover redirect. So we decided to use my existing BMC with a cool cover heat shield from DEI.

So far I've noticed a good improvement in throttle response and the car feels more torquey down low and in the mid rpm. Sound wise only noticeable on full throttle and a slight flutter between gear changes as you come off throttle.

A huge thanks to Ian from Rennenhaus (www.rennenhaus.com.au ) for suppling the parts and the Yoda master from European Autotech (www.europeanautotech.com.au ) for the perfect install.

The result looked something like this








Forge Short Shifter
By far best bang for buck mod in a long time - shortens the vertical and horizontal movements by 50% - changes are very precise and notchy - best way I can describe it is that it's like a big light switch... absolutely love the feel and highly recommend this one for all owners after a more sporty feel.

neat...

nice

can i have your turbo when you decide to upgrade :biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin:

Nicely modded S3,

|Bilstein PSS10 Coilovers | H&R Anti roll Kit | 19" B7 RS4 Reps + Conti CS3 | GIAC 229KW 420NM Flash, Forge Intake + Short Shift
:headbang: :bow: :drool: :headbang: :bow: :drool:

oooo.....
where did you get that thermal cover for the intake pipe?
does it make a difference?

mikenbn said:

Forge Short Shifter
By far best bang for buck mod in a long time - shortens the vertical and horizontal movements by 50% - changes are very precise and notchy - best way I can describe it is that it's like a big light switch... absolutely love the feel and highly recommend this one for all owners after a more sporty feel.

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In regards to the Short shifter, how hard is this to install? I'v been contemplating what it'd be like with a sportier shorter shift, think it'd deffinately speed things up!

Is it Hard? Please say its not hard....

Speak to Ian about the parts and yes it does make a difference
http://www.designengineering.com/products.asp?m=sp&pid=33

In regards to shortshift instructions are provided but it's just easier to get someone in the know to do it - takes about 45mins to do... It's well worth it as it's something you notice quite a bit whilst driving.

http://www.forgemotorsport.com/media/Short%20Shifter%20Install(1).pdf

Cheers
Mike

How long will the plastic cable tie (that holds the heat wrap at one end) last in a hot engine bay???
Or does it get affected at all?
Love the heat wrap though!

YUM....

Yeh the car definitely needs a shorter vertical shift.... esp between 1st n 2nd

Wow more torque down low from an intake? when am i gonna get to drive this beast?

Hey Mike any rattles from the short shift installation???

Hi...

"cool cover heat shield from DEI." who or what is is DEI...? i need the heat shield BADDLY!!!... suffering from heat soak !!.. please help..

Sorry for the dumb ?.. but i cant put my finger on it.... "DEI"...

cheers

mario..

DEI aka Design Engineering, Inc.

http://www.designengineering.com/products.asp?m=sp&pid=33

:biggrin:

Nice idea with making the two intakes into one :thumbsup:


After driving the car when you open up the thermal cover is there a considerable difference in the temprature of the intake tubing and the external layer of the thermal wrap? Installing an intake on the GTI soon and am just wondering if this would be worth getting.

Also have you looked into exhaust and turbo wrapping?

AGP said:

Hey Mike any rattles from the short shift installation???

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Nope no rattles at all - feels very solid - u won't be disapointed dude...

funny said:

How long will the plastic cable tie (that holds the heat wrap at one end) last in a hot engine bay???
Or does it get affected at all?
Love the heat wrap though!

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No issues thus far on the cable-tie - the heat wrap comes with velcro so it's easily placed and can be cut to size

srbsta said:

nice

can i have your turbo when you decide to upgrade :biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin:

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Next year I'll have the K04 for sale - just waiting on the 450hp kit now :wink:

Nice improvisation on the intake....