After more 500 miles, the VF RS/S GLI is performing great, and yes, the DSG transmission is still in one piece.

In actuality, the DSG seems a perfect match for the bigger turbo, as the lightning-fast downshifts keep it spooled and relatively lag-free. The extra power is impressive, but it's not just the peak numbers that impress. Whereas the OE K03 turbo runs out of breath over 6k rpm, the GT28RS makes usable power all the way to redline. GIAC has tuned the DSG version of this kit for a bit less initial torque, so in most situations an RS/S 2.0T accelerates more smoothly than most stock turbo "chipped" cars. And what about all the hand-wringing regarding too much power in a fwd vehicle? Well, we won't kid you and say that traction isn't limited in certain situations, but the more moderate torque curve with the RS/S actually makes it easier to use your right foot as an effective form of traction control. In any situation other than a standing start, this RS/S GLI is extremely quick and very easy to drive. On the highway it's a seriously fast sedan.

We'll let our owner put some more miles on the car and then we'll get him back here for a check-up. We're also going to swap out the VF fuel pump for another and send the original back to VF for a quick exam.