Fitting A Resonator Delete Kit to my Golf R!

[@hampshirephoto]

Exciting video for you all today! I head down to Regal Autosport to have a res delete kit fitted to my Golf R! I hope you all enjoy the video, please let me know your thoughts below! :)

[@FamousAfroJay]

I have a APR stage 2 Golf R also done by Regal if you want to do some comparisons.

[@rickfrank7934]

really digging your Golf R videos. Any chance you could do a thorough night video of those headlights? Would love to see a night time pov drive of how the auto highbeam feature works. Keep up the good work!

[@joefalcone9671]

Hi - I don't think you mention anywhere if having the res delete kit fitted invalidates the standard VW warranty in any way, or passing the MOT when that comes around?

[@FamousAfroJay]

Adding the res delete will invalidate the warranty on the exhaust system only. Only the cat delete will effect the MOT

[@FamousAfroJay]

I am in Southampton if that helps and it's also a 7.5 R

[@danwillis4229]

Bought the same kit from Vagsport for my Audi S3 FL and it’s so good... no cabin drone either and some many pops and bangs, gets better over time as well

[@hampshirephoto]

Fab kit isn't it!

[@flippak6505]

£90 supplied and fitted at EMP Performance which is a very big company

[@hampshirephoto]

I paid £90 too for fitting

[@garethdyos8018]

Hi Luke, watching your videos is making me even more excited to take delivery of my new R in March/April, Build week now confirmed as 04FEB by VW!!

[@hampshirephoto]

Haha glad to hear it Gareth!

[@laceylouloulou]

I did the res. Delete also. I was a little disappointed at first, but then it seems to have gotten throatier as time passed. Still, it’s not a huge difference, IMO. For the price, I would do it again.

[@henryhol8538]

Sounds brilliant! I take it you will hold on to the resonator in case you need to reinstall it in the future?

[@Enselladus]

Would have been really interesting doing a dyno before and after the res delete, most people say they don't make any difference to power but I don't know of anyone who has actually tested it.

[@piffiiiiiiit]

Absolutely zero power increase with a resi delete.

[@nicolomarchisio5490]

How are you getting those pops on a stock exhaust?! I have an MK7, DSG transmission and it sounds NOWHERE near your car

[@fuadmahmood4813]

Yeh me too

[@ismaeelkhan2948]

Mk7. 5 has some pops and bangs mapped into the ecu from factory

[@malagafarlopa]

Welcome to the resonator delete club, it's all smiles now!

[@ericrobson6339]

Aaron how does it sound on a stock R? Just looking for a simple res delete without a full exhaust on mine !

[@malagafarlopa]

Eric Robson it sounds epic Eric! I got the VAG one from Progressive Parts

[@hampshirephoto]

I'm so happy with it!

[@danielrutherford7718]

How do you find it when driving at a constant on the motorway? Heard that non-resonated can be a bit like a constant drone.

[@malagafarlopa]

Daniel Rutherford Not at all it's really nice, must be the VAG quality can't speak for other makes

[@willn9497]

Thanks for the video. I have been told that resonator deletes aren't good for the car/engine in the long-run, as it messes with the car sensors and the exhaust fumes coming from the engine... is this true? I was keen on getting one installed before I was told this!

[@leweee]

Will N completely false there are no sensors after the resonator thus it will make no difference

[@kokekan75]

Definitely sounda better as it now sounds like it does when an Akrapovich cat back exhaust is fitted.

[@hampshirephoto]

That's a good point actually!

[@td8552]

It sounds def. better and it´s not annoying or overkill ;) In case you don´t put a new video in 2018, i wish you and all your loved ones a happy new year my friend :)

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks so much buddy! My apologies for the late reply

[@td8552]

@@hampshirephoto naaa don´t worry buddy :)

[@ammos661]

Does this affect your warranty?

[@AlexanderCardini.]

hello, but you did not specify how much horsepower to improve the car with the part

[@ammos661]

Hello will this affect my warranty

[@StefABtv]

*cheeky white Abarth on the ramp there. Great vid. Car sounds great! Good fun filming a collab yesterday mate*

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks mate!! Yeah it was great fun, can't wait to share the vid!

[@Shadow-bs1iu]

Does this affect the emissions of the car? Is this the OPF device?

[@LEAHBAKERRRR]

Is it just me or does it sound like there isn't much of a difference

[@RileyBassing]

There is barely any difference. He will end up going with a catback later on. This is just waste of time and money

[@LEAHBAKERRRR]

@@RileyBassing that's what I was thinking glad he's got money to throw away😂

[@tomclanys]

It has louder lower notes, there is a difference

[@bartekczech3269]

This is a difference especially when he’s catless

[@n0ly77]

put some headphones on, mate

[@NuliZ]

Does resonator delete kit doesn't affect you when you have to do MOT?

[@ed40lew]

Hi, so did you buy the rest delete separate and take it to be done or did regals supply it? thanks

[@65BravoSierra86]

Luke:"... Bit of an animal..." Dog (walking by) :"Say what ?"

[@joshuagrant3749]

@hampshirephoto Did you have any issues with servicing / warranty / MOT on the car with the RES delete? As its a non-standard part / modification? I see mixed reviews RE MOT Any answer would be appreciated, thanks

[@MsStefy6]

Hi mate, love the videos I have been watching sense you got the golf r, I have just brought my golf r today and was wondering with the resonator delete, does it void your warranty and make you fail the MOT?

[@Dan-cr6uv]

I have a seat Leon 1.4 tsi (138bhp) and I don't know if I should do a back box delete or a res delete

[@karlosfandango]

How have you found the re delete ? any droning at speed ? i heard some res deletes sound horrible and drone at 70 - 80mph .

[@jerrymoorhouse6429]

Just did it to my Edition 35 after much flapping about; as you say just do it!

[@PaulyC.]

Okay so I have the golf r mk 7.5 and I’m just wondering if this would void the engine warranty?

[@davidmg7058]

How is the highway drone with the res delete? Sounds great! Really thinking of fitting one on mine

[@hampshirephoto]

It's not droney at all on motorways! I highly recommend it

[@davidmg7058]

@@hampshirephoto just got it fitted yesterday, 0 regrets...

[@faze-armytrix8741]

Hey mate, great video and awesome dynorun!! 322 hp beast. About the resonator delete its fun the dsg farts are much louder now and the sound of course. But what about the drone? On the highway??

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks Besir!! Yes, much louder. I have a video going live soon about the drone

[@Wolfpounder]

what do you have done to the R to get it to make pops? my MK7R doesn't make any damn noise, and it makes me so sad.

[@antonbless]

No hold back free flow good figures under rated 💥

[@alirustam888]

hi ! Did u replace just the resonator ? how about pop and bang ? Is it will be the same sound if i will replace in my golf r ,or i need chip tune for popcorn sound ?

[@jimmyhardy4283]

Great sound i have the mk7 golf r manual gear box would i still get the pops and bangs or is that only with the dsg do u think??

[@Wolfpounder]

What else do you have done to it? My R doesn't make any pops stock.

[@PsychOut101]

Why would you delete a resonator? I thought a resonator eliminates unwanted sound frequencies such as drone but does not reduce volume or increase backpressure like a muffler??

[@Tambo74]

Please note, this kit is not suitable for 2019+ R’s with a PPF/GPF emissions system fitted (There is no central resonator to delete!) This is VAGSports quote. I have a 2019 with the PPF does that mean Mines is muffles by the PPF and even though it doesn't have a resonator it's still quiet as is it has a res and theres nothing i can do about it unless i remove the PPF which i have to replace every MOT inspection?

[@JovanKorica1]

Did this on my mk6 TSI. Best mod, cheapest exhaust upgrade you can do, sounds really good but not too loud, and easy to fit back the resonator if need be or selling the car!

[@hampshirephoto]

Makes a massive difference considering the price tag!

[@ikoriizz7429]

That diss do 😂 2:20

[@jerryn8738]

Hey! Love the car! I was wondering where you got your shortened number plate and have you had issues with police etc? I know about reddot but I don’t wanna shill out like £80 for some zero plates.

[@hampshirephoto]

Hey Jericho, I got mine off eBay. No issues with police as these plates are 100% legal

[@jerryn8738]

hampshirephoto okay, thanks

[@djiargentina9200]

Power gains?

[@diaxz4667]

I really don’t notice a that much of a difference, plus I drive a Manual mk7 R so I won’t get the pops and crackles. I’d definitely recommend the Stage 1 remap for any MK7 R owners out there, I’m running 361.5bhp and 537lb-ft torque!

[@jayshepherd1835]

What did you have done to the golf R before you had the de res?

[@titusamwele]

I got the same exact facelift like yours and i did the same mod, does this mod perhaps give out more power? Because i've ran with the Akrapovic Golf R and I killed it, please respond asap thanks

[@vroomgc]

Zero power gain from this just a sound maker

[@chris123page2]

Wind deflectors are a nice little mod to add too :)

[@J18BOT]

Could you tell me since you have done the res delete do you get any droning?

[@andyp5000]

Have you had any issues since any lights on dash etc ??

[@tenaki8]

Is the exhaust system stock apart from the resonator delete?

[@AstroFantastica]

I did this to my Akrapovic exhaust. You get 2 reactions from people on the road. 1. "That sounds fucking awesome" 2. Death stares from mothers strolling their babies in prams.

[@hampshirephoto]

Haha so true!!

[@braxi7612]

Hey AstroFantastica How is the sound when the valves are closed? Is it a big difference than the stock akrapovic exhaust? Mine Golf R has the akrapovic exhaust too and I’m questioning if it’s possible to drive quite? :D

[@abdallahmoussa1983]

@@braxi7612 sell me ur akra!

[@dennis.r1064]

Lovely car mate must be enjoying it loads. I had a straight pipe fitted before I done stage 1 APR map and it does make a big difference. Got a few vids on my channel if you want a look. 👍🏽

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks Dennis! Will take a look :)

[@dennis.r1064]

hampshirephoto only came across your channel yesterday, very good content and subbed straight away 😉👍🏽good stuff keep it coming

[@hampshirephoto]

That's very kind, thank you!!

[@leeaw9699]

Great video, I have a 14 plate Golf R and apparentely VW says it has been re-mapped but i have no way of confirming. How much does a dyno cost at Regals and what location was that?

[@leeaw9699]

IM located in Southampton

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks Lee! I'm not sure of a dyno cost I'm afriad, you'll have to ask them direct

[@stevebell6574]

I’ve just purchased this res delete on the strength of this video only to find once I jacked my car up to fit it my 2019 golf r doesn’t have one, so if you have a brand new golf r please check first as VW don’t fit a resonator any more.

[@GTI_CHHA]

That's because they fitted an OPF instead... which also acts as sound muffler.

[@benhoskins5835]

Weren't on the Millbrook flyover yesterday were you about 4ish?

[@froesesp]

Were the flaps open or closed?

[@hampshirephoto]

Open, of course!! ;)

[@ZanicL3]

Why didn't u not just get a non resonated catback? I got a miltek one on my 2.0 tsi Scirocco. Yes its obviously more expensive then a simpel resonater delete but it will turns head and for sure in a golf R. You still have an untouched oem catback if needed

[@hampshirephoto]

Simple answer is it's more expensive. Eventually I'll do a full exhaust, but for the time being I thought I'd do a res delete as it's so cheap

[@chris123page2]

Great video helping me look at mods to get for my R when I get it ❤️

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks Chris, that's awesome!

[@xkaywz]

How did it improve the dsg farts?

[@Nialsy999]

Is there any drone noise inside the car?

[@cheesesteakjimmy2076]

I am booked into have my r estate res done what does this sound like on the motorway 👍

[@SuperHenryhorse]

Where in hampshire are you? I have modded my vlack golf r and live in Southampton. Sure i have seen you car somewhere

[@hampshirephoto]

I'm based near Winchester

[@LSjitsu]

How long did it take them to install the resonator delete?

[@hampshirephoto]

About 20 mins!

[@LSjitsu]

hampshirephoto Audi is trying to tell me it’s going to take 1.5 hours to install on my S3 lol 😑

[@fiqforty8130]

How about resenator delete and muffler delete plus downpipe? More horsepower?

[@vroomgc]

Did you really ask that ?

[@pedrobello902]

have you a problem with your seat memory in golf r? In my case i’ve set the lower position and then when I restart my car, the position changes ... its very anoting I thing that is a design problem... share your case

[@kokekan75]

Pedro Bello are you using the same key every time?

[@pedrobello902]

Kohan Rebeiro I always use the same key. I want to know if it’s a problem with my car or all golf r. I also tried with the 3 available memories ans the problem is the same

[@kokekan75]

Are you saving the seat setting when you set the position? So press set then a number. Your issue doesn't happen in my r

[@pedrobello902]

Kohan Rebeiro yes, i do the same that is in the manual. I dont have problems with other positions... the only position with problems with memory is the lowest, so when I restart the car the seat lift up a little. Tell me if you try to set your seat in the lower position.

[@kokekan75]

Ok mate I'll try it tomorrow and let you know

[@robertbelcher9812]

Is this MOT friendly?

[@hampshirephoto]

It is yes :)

[@itsjoel]

Sounds even better now! Just imagine how much better it would sound if you got rid of that backbox too ;)

[@hampshirephoto]

Sounds so good man! Will have to show you!

[@mickrob22]

why my 2019 R doesnt pop like yours... Im in Canada and I don't have the GFP in the downpipe...

[@leweee]

Mick Rob Unless you have taken the gpf out your car does have one

[@thewho9112]

Sounds better - How much all in with removal/fitting? + Dyno?

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks Paul! £140 for the kit and £90 for fitting

[@xBigModzHD]

hampshirephoto £90 for 20min of work? 😂😂😂😂😂 what a rip off

[@thewho9112]

@@xBigModzHD I'd rather get work done locally at a reputable garage than travel, £90 does seem steep for fitting as I've used Regal recently and their hourly rate was a lot less. I had a full service and belt changes on my Corsa there, charged less than a dealer and another garage I used in the past. No point driving a few hours for the sake of saving a few tenners.

[@xBigModzHD]

Paul Jacobs there most likely isn’t only one reputable garage in your area there is probably a few, most garages charge 30-35 hourly rate so anything under an hour shouldn’t be more than £40

[@thewho9112]

@@xBigModzHD Regal charge around £60/h. Probably cheaper up north

[@mrdigsgame1755]

can you give me a purchase link, for my 2019 audi s3 facelift @hampshirephoto

[@atomcatz]

ANNNNND IIIIIII WILL ALWAYS LOVE-

[@williamsswamydas1250]

nice video as always

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks buddy!

[@williamsswamydas1250]

@@hampshirephoto thanks for the reply

[@jameslombardo8535]

Love the golf r

[@hampshirephoto]

That's good to hear! :)

[@ricardovet13]

How many pounds do you use on rim 19 tires?

[@scottlucas2281]

Mot friendly?

[@hampshirephoto]

Yes :)

[@Nazk410]

Is this stock with just the resanator delete?

[@Nazk410]

Or is there a custom exhaust on it?

[@S1ickA2K]

Do they need mapping after a res delete?

[@ScottPC]

S1ickA2K nope

[@lukeAsharman]

How much was fitting? And would you declare a res delete on insurance?

[@DimitarAngelkov]

It is really interesting to see your impressions from the sound change inside the cabin. Do you hear drone or any other annoying sounds?

[@hampshirephoto]

I have a video going up soon about the 'droniness'

[@MrMatt_Gray]

Will it pass MOT with this on?

[@TheWill76]

Luke quick question: Does the resonator void your warranty as it classified as a "mod" ?🤔

[@hampshirephoto]

Hey Will, it voids the warranty for the exhaust, but not the entire warranty for the car - hope that makes sense!

[@TheWill76]

@@hampshirephoto thanks for the relpy I'm in the process of buying the golf and will be making the mod soon as as it arrives. 🙂

[@Ultraxfinance]

You have pop tune?

[@NewhollandAgrivids]

What fuel are you running her on? as I’ve a res delete and use Tesco momentum 99

[@hampshirephoto]

Just any premium unleaded fuel :)

[@priestland1]

Do you have to tell your insurance company because of this modification.

[@realtalk7571]

Peter Clapham yeah right after you tell the tooth fairy

[@sekiadigicel]

There are no HP gains on a resonator delete, VW resonators only muffle sound and do not restrict air flow

[@connormctaggart2437]

does it drone?

[@hampshirephoto]

Not as much as I thought. Video coming soon regarding this

[@straightpipe4753]

awesome vid man keep em coming :D also a golf r owner but mine got 480hk pocket rocket

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks mate will do! Wow awesome!!

[@bigmoney4685]

Gorgeous car

[@jubayer_9985]

More video plzzzzz love it

[@hampshirephoto]

Coming soon! Thanks for the support

[@frasermeanen2202]

Take it it still meets admission with the res delete?

[@tune1ngaming687]

Hey nice video liked and subbed , just a question how did you afford one of these cars ?

[@kokekan75]

Tune1nGaming they have great finance deals

[@hampshirephoto]

Thanks so much!!

[@BlueCollarKobe]

322 flywheel is what the guy said. 260 wheel.

[@sarahbilton9602]

A good video 👍👍

[@hampshirephoto]

Thank you Sarah!

[@d4nith3]

Install a K&N air intake.

[@ionutlazarescu1710]

Is this not illegal?

[@hampshirephoto]

Not illegal (in the UK anyway)

[@haiqaljohari5597]

Next please install remus catback mate 😃

[@hampshirephoto]

Good idea ;)

[@dildoshwaggins1017]

Angry lawnmower. Waitin for the 3.0 .

[@JovanKorica1]

you will be waiting a long time then. WLTP is reducing power now to 300PS, and you think VW will make a 3.0 R?

[@dildoshwaggins1017]

@@JovanKorica1 hope is Everything.

[@Xsar08X]

I don’t get how I have a resonator delete but it doesn’t sound anything like yours. Mine doesn’t crackle or pop like that!

[@hampshirephoto]

The 7.5R has the pops and bangs from standard. Is yours a 7R or 7.5R?

[@chriskelvin248]

American R? Euro R's are known to pop & crackle from the factory. Mapping differences. Also, MPI fueling on top of DI in EU. North American R's are known to not be inherently crackly.

[@georgeos2828]

Black exhaust tips next!!!😉

[@hampshirephoto]

Nooo, chrome ftw!! :)

[@zacs5773]

Are you going to do a drone movie now?

[@hampshirephoto]

I am, coming soon!

[@hughjohnson2926]

+1 for the drone video. More in depth please! I am on the fence with the VAGSport RES Delete or the BCS Res Delete. Apparently the latter has a Helmholtz resonated section (but I'm no expert). I've always thought the car was a bit too quiet so well up for the RES Delete, just don't want the drone as I do a lot of motorway driving. Another great video as always.

[@Enselladus]

@@hughjohnson2926 I have the Vagsport fitted on mine and it only starts to drone when you hit about 85 mph, that's on a pre-face lift version. It will start to drone at a slightly higher speed on the newer face lift version due to having 7 gears.

[@sleepless-nite]

why U.S golfr/s3 doesnt sounds like this?

[@leweee]

Ryan Lao different engine mapping

[@matthewparchment1733]

Does it avoid warrenty

[@hampshirephoto]

Not as far as I'm aware. I think the most it would void is the exhaust warranty, but the overall warranty is safe. Hope this helps :)

[@julientaylor]

Voids the warranty and causes a terrible drone inside the cabin. Sounds good fo about 2 seconds, then starts to get on your nerves. the most stupid mod you can do on a car!

[@gaznelson8615]

@@julientaylor think you've mistaken it for a cat back

[@gaznelson8615]

Seen this question pop up few times on forums, avoids exhaust warranty so main one still intact. Doesn't cause drone just amplifies the pops and bangs when in sport mode

[@julientaylor]

@@gaznelson8615 Hi, do you own a Golf R?

[@DavidSusiloUnscripted]

You successfully made the Golf R sounds cheap