{"title":"RS3 8V Drivetrain","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"airtec-motorsport-torque-mount-insert-for-mqb-ea888-type-a-b","title":"AIRTEC Motorsport Torque Mount Insert for MQB EA888 (Type A \u0026 B)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAIRTEC Motorsport is proud to launch our upgraded torque mount insert for the MQB EA888 platform suitable for track or fast road use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Issue\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe original lower rear torque mount is made of a flexible rubber that features a large void within it. This allows engine movement, which numbs throttle response and gear shifts. The mount also wears over time therefore allowing excess movement, which gradually gets worse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Solution\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eReplacing the soft rubber mount with a solid item that does away with the void helps to limit any movement, therefore improving the general driving feel. Gear changes are quicker, throttle response more instant and despite being stiffer, ride quality isn’t sacrificed, introducing no noticeable vibration or road noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnlike other polyurethane options available on the market and will not wear over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2013-Present – Audi A3 – 8V\/8V.5 MQB\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2015-Present – Audi RS3 – 8V.5 MQB\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2023-Present – Audi RS3  – 8Y\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2013-Present – Audi S3  – 8V\/8V.5 MQB\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2022-Present – Audi S3  – 8Y MQB\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2016-Present – Audi TT  – 8S MQB\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2016-Present – Audi TTS  – 8S MQB\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018-Present – Audi TTRS  – 8S MQB\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2013-Presen – VW Golf t – Mk7 MQB\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2019-Present – VW GLI – Mk7\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2015-Present – VW GTI – Mk7 MQB\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2019-Present – VW Jetta – Mk7\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2013-Present – VW R – Mk7 MQB\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note: The EA888 platform has two different design mounts. Please check which mount you require before purchasing. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAIRTEC Part No: ATMSVAG6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airtec Motorsport","offers":[{"title":"Type A","offer_id":46658213839122,"sku":"ATMSVAG6","price":50.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Type B","offer_id":46658213904658,"sku":"ATMSVAG6","price":50.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/6684\/4690\/files\/Type-A-1.jpg?v=1723804920"},{"product_id":"forge-motorsport-dogbone-bush-insert-type-a","title":"Forge Motorsport Dogbone Bush Insert (Type A) - Various VAG Models","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis precision-machined bush insert has been carefully designed to reduce the range of movement in the OEM Lower Dogbone bush that counter acts engine movement under heavy acceleration and braking, resulting a firmer feel when shifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo be sure that you have selected the correct bush insert for your vehicle please check the fitment guide below:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCNC Machined from a single billet of aluminium alloy. All Forge machined parts go through a rigorous quality control procedure to ensure that they have been made to the highest standard (working to a tolerance of less than 0.1mm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a hardwearing black anodised finish which protects the part from oxidation to ensure it looks its best for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped in house at our Gloucester R\u0026amp;D workshop with working prototypes 3D printed and test fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of a wider range of bush inserts Forge currently have in development, please see the Forge Motorsport website for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bush Insert appears on the following vehicles: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudi RS3 2.5TFSI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudi TTRS 2.5TFSI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudi TTRS 8s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudi TTS 2.0TSFI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudi  S3 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat Leon (290-300bhp) 2.0TFSI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolkswagen Golf MK7 GTI 2.0TFSI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*When fitting please Torque to 135 Nm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf your vehicle has this bush (part number : 5Q0 198 037 B) fitted  you need a type “A” insert, part number FMAM-B2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf your vehicle has the alternative bush (part number: 5Q0 198 037 C) fitted you need type “B” insert, part number FMAM-B3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-g pure-g-gapped\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-u-1 pure-u-md-1-2\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-g pure-g-gapped\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pure-u-1 pure-u-md-1-2\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Forge Motorsport","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46683015774482,"sku":"FMAM-B2","price":53.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/6684\/4690\/files\/VW_Golf_MK7__Dogbone_Bush_Insert_Type_A_48381.jpg?v=1700435335"},{"product_id":"forge-motorsport-dogbone-bush-insert-type-b","title":"Forge Motorsport Dogbone Bush Insert (Type B) - 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Audi RS3 8V","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSimply put - \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWavetrac is the only gear diff on the market that does not lose all drive when one axle is unloaded.\u003c\/b\u003e Axles become unloaded in aggressive driving, track cornering, extremely slick surfaces, etc. It happens more than most people realise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe won’t go into torque bias ratios or the concept of how torque biasing diffs work at this point. Let’s get to how the Wavetrac affects performance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor example, you have a conventional gear diff (OEM, Quaife, MF, OBX, Truetrac, Torsen, etc.), you're on a race track for a track day and during cornering your inside wheel bumps over the curbing. This is normal for track driving. The issue is that for the brief moments your inside tire becomes unloaded when bouncing over curbs, your other wheel is not getting drive - is not putting power down. Gear diffs need load on both axles in order to function. The result on a track (or during aggressive driving) is that there are many times when a normal gear diff supplies only intermittent power to the gripping wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNow, same track with Wavetrac: the patented cam device in the Wavetrac prevents loss of drive when that inside wheel is unloaded. The device is able to generate a load inside the diff (to replace the lost load as it happens) that can then be biased to the gripping wheel - in the end making more consistent power delivery through a corner. That makes the car more predictable, and faster overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOther benefits:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePatented Carbon Fibre Bias Plate for the pinions. All other gear type LSDs run the pinions on the housing, meaning the friction from 0 miles is different to 100 miles, thus effectiveness is reduced over the life of the diff. With the Wavetrac performance is consistent with the Carbon Fibre bias plates!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePatented Wave Profile eliminates the effect of a near to and zero load condition drive ability issues found in all other gear type ATB LSDs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eARP Bolts used throughout for superior faster reliability. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e9310 steel gears run in billet or forged steel bodies. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eManufactured \u0026amp; Designed in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWAVETRAC: Smooth is Fast\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe beauty of the Wavetrac is that it is ideally suited to high performance road cars that see track use. It is very strong, yet transparent to both driver and traction control electronics during regular driving. On the track or in spirited road use, it provides drive to both wheels without the handling issues that traditional clutch type diffs create (there is no tendency to push\/understeer with a Wavetrac). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Wavetrac outperforms other gear type differentials because unlike them, it won't lose drive when one axle is unloaded (which happens more often than you'd think).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLastly, one of the most underrated benefits of the Wavetrac is its smooth delivery of power near the limit. 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The device is able to generate a load inside the diff (to replace the lost load as it happens) that can then be biased to the gripping wheel - in the end making more consistent power delivery through a corner. That makes the car more predictable, and faster overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOther benefits:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePatented Carbon Fibre Bias Plate for the pinions. All other gear type LSDs run the pinions on the housing, meaning the friction from 0 miles is different to 100 miles, thus effectiveness is reduced over the life of the diff. 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It is very strong, yet transparent to both driver and traction control electronics during regular driving. On the track or in spirited road use, it provides drive to both wheels without the handling issues that traditional clutch type diffs create (there is no tendency to push\/understeer with a Wavetrac). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Wavetrac outperforms other gear type differentials because unlike them, it won't lose drive when one axle is unloaded (which happens more often than you'd think).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLastly, one of the most underrated benefits of the Wavetrac is its smooth delivery of power near the limit. 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