The Imola Yellow Jetta has been running under GT3071R power for over 5000 miles so far. Yeah, we need to get back to work on this blog and fill in the gaps between the last installment and now, but at least we're posting up some decent progress pics illustrating the upgrade work required to go from the VF RSS kit to this ATP/Revo GT3071R set up.

The software file for this system is a beta version constructed by Revo. As a Revo tuning partner, we are fortunate in being able to offer these cutting-edge upgrades as soon as possible. The DSG transmission required a bit of extra tweaking on Revo's part (based on the logs and recommendations we shared with them), and at the moment we're required to use the stock diverter valve. Results are fantastic and the GLI now has a huge increase in power (around 100-hp extra!) vs. the GT28RS-based set up, and its demeanor is amazingly like stock - no surging, funny idle, flat spots or check engine lights. What's more, the DSG seems perfectly happy controlling the extra power. How long it remains that way is still to be determined, but affordable clutch packs and TCU tuning are just around the corner, so the future for DSG owners looks very bright.

It's tempting to scoff at the thought of 400-hp being delivered via two front tires, but the GLI's ability to effectively transfer its power in just that way is astounding. There is no torque steer or drama of any kind. Yes, wheelspin is excessive in the first two gears, but a careful right foot mitigates most of that and the car is an absolute terror on the highway.

We've recently added methanol injection to the mix and this has allowed us to get much more aggressive with the Revo software settings. This is a really impressive car with excellent every day usability. As proud as we are with our efforts, the owner really needs to be congratulated for his performance modification choices.

We'll provide more details and updates as we get time, but for now it's great to report that the car is being used daily and our owner is very happy with the results. How long he stays that way is up in the air, so don't be surprised if you see the phrase, GT35 upgrade in some future update...