TUNING MY GTI TO STAGE 2 UNITRONIC

Today we finally flashed the MK7 GTI to Stage 2 w/ Unitronic+ software. I am so happy to go with Unitronic for my software tune. The process is super easy, quick, and most of all so much fun. I literally cannot stop smiling while driving my car now.
For more information check out Unitronic @
www.getunitroni...
Mods to the GTI Include
Stage 2 Unitronic software
CTS Catless Downpipe
Integrated Engineering Intake
Adaptations from OBDEleven
available at
Http://www.OBDEleven.com
Badgeskins interior accessories from
www.badgeskins.com
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[@unitronic]

A real pleasure to have you on-board, Allen. Enjoy the added power and thank you for your review of the UniConnect+!

[@AllenYoho]

Glad to partner up with you guys! I couldn't be happier w/ the software and how the car performs.

[@lovertskeet]

I have a 2019 Jetta 1.4t . I know there is no tune really out for yet. But in the future if one becomes available I would like to work with you guys and make a review video as well. How would one go about doing something like that?

[@unitronic]

@@lovertskeet Please reach out by email once the software will be publicly available. Thank you!

[@tevionsaunders2506]

Unitronic Corporation Inc. I want the stage 2 but I have the cts turbo downpipe does that matter that it’s not unitronic . Cause it also recommends the unitronic intake which I have the cts intake as well.

[@tevionsaunders2506]

Hey man can you take a look at what I just commented to see what you think as well👆👆

[@audieconrad8995]

What I have appreciated and enjoyed with about the Unitronic stage-1+ on my mk7 is the linear hp and lb.ft. curves compared to stock. In other words although #'s went from 210/310 hp and 258/345 ft.lbs which are considerable, the #'s are attained at close to factory - very smooth - linear and sustained throughout the rev-range no crazy early peak and drop-offs which means early boost, mid-range punch and top-end pull are freaking impressive. That tune combined with a Stage2 DKM clutch have been a genuine game changer. It's not just how fast it'll go...it's how fast it'll get there... Keep'er between the lines people. 🤟🚘

[@alj7094]

Stg 1 mk7 GTI passing thru here. You were right about the exhaust sound, I noticed the sound was different than stock tune right after the tune. Same shifting paddle extension, good taste!

[@AllenYoho]

Thank you!

[@wpbarchitect1800]

Hey glad I found this! Just bought a MK7 GTI w Unitronic Stage 2 and came w the Uniconnect cord so think I'll get the software license transfer believe it's $150 and I need to de-tune to Stage 1 to pass state emissions (S2 turns off 2-4 OBDll readiness monitors) and I'm not very handy w technical stuff so it put me at ease to see that's it's literally as easy as plug & play. Maybe Stage 1 will work for a while but Stage 2 is just too much fun! Cheers and hope you're still enjoying the car & tune!

[@Jesse-jc4vv]

You may have to get a spacer for the o2 sensor still

[@dailydrivensedans4875]

Stage 1 apr 93 high torque mk7 gli here! Your first reaction after putting it in sport mode was my first reaction too. At first it felt like alott more then factory. If i floor it below 60 traction control lights up. Its got a lot in the low range(less then 100mph) and it holds its own up high but theres not ad much a difference(140 pluss). It starts too feel stock after about a week of driving. Well atleast for me but im abit enthusiastic and dont do much low speed pulls. Actrually still havent launched it since tuning it but everytime i do a 2nd gear pull it definently still inpressises me; it gets squirly(which is why i havent used launch control). Looking too get a dsg tune and then hopefully my turbo blows up so i can justify going stage 3:)😂

[@MTLVWRVlogs]

I’m so excited to do stage 2 on my mk7.5 golf r

[@Randy_Gentry]

I can't even get the car garage door opener programmed. I think I will leave this to the professionals.

[@lovertskeet]

Awesome video really showed the steps and a true reaction video ! Thanks

[@AllenYoho]

Thank you!

[@thekiki303]

Hoooly “awwwwwh” lol bro you had me dying 😂 awesome ride welcome to the stage2 life👹 now time for the is38!

[@AllenYoho]

lmao thank you!

[@dudemcdudeston7985]

Yo Yoho! Just Tuned my car to stage 2 thanks to this vid! You are the man thanks for the step by step! Getting a clutch/downpipe and an intercooler installed tomorrow morning!

[@AllenYoho]

No problem! Let me know how you like it!!

[@dudemcdudeston7985]

@@AllenYoho will do man, major thanks again because i didnt have my paper telling me to go to getunitronic.com/getuniconnect and i was getting pissed trying to figure out where to start...so this video literally saved me. Did you ever go overrun?

[@AllenYoho]

@@dudemcdudeston7985 I did, currently running it now

[@brucevorster6865]

Dude, you had me rolling on the floor after putting the car into Sport mode 😂😂😂

[@VanOfDawn]

Actually you dont really need any hardware requirement for stage 2 because im running my scirocco 2.0tsi on stage 2 unitronic tune. The only hardware upgrade was just the Cold Air Intake from unitronic. I can guarantee the tune can adapt to your car condition whether it has a downpipe or not. Id been running on stage 2 for more than 3 years now. And they are awesome!

[@AllenYoho]

Im sure it can adapt, I just went with what Unitronic told me the required hardware was for the tune which was a downpipe and the intake is optional, at least for the Mk7 Gti's

[@robertm.w2323]

Van Dawn so your saying I can go stage 2 with out downpipe and it won’t hurt the car but you still get some power gains just get the cold air intake and it won’t set no codes sorry for the question I’m new to this can ya help I have 2013 Jetta GLI 2.0 turbo with APR stage 1 with AWE track back exhaust I didn’t go with the DSG tune yet

[@AllenYoho]

@@robertm.w2323 you should probably still get the downpipe, I got the CTS catless and it wasnt expensive and sounds great. it states on the website to get the downpipe with the software

[@robertm.w2323]

Allen Yoho thanks for the reply yeah I’m in Chicago I took my car to the Vw dealer they told me if I go stage 2 I won’t pass emissions I’d have to take the car in and put the stock stuff back go pass emissions then go put the down pipe back on and flash back the tune is that true ?

[@AllenYoho]

@@robertm.w2323 not true, as long as you run a catted down pipe you should have no issues with PA emissions.

[@TheMlvswoll]

Allen, do yourself a huge favor and get the Uni TCU tune. It does for the Dsg what the flash did for your cars performance. I currently have an mk7 with stage 1+ and stage 1 TCU. The drive mode on the dsg is actually good and doesn’t have the car shifting up at 2krpms regardless of input. The dsg responds as it should have from the factory. I’m about to go stage 2 on both as well.

[@AllenYoho]

Thats the plan here soon

[@fernandodasilva8741]

Unitronic they are the best . for modification !

[@bmuns6445]

I have a 2014 GLI. I got a Unitronic Stage 1 from the guy in Huntington Beach, CA which I love. Looking to get their upgraded bar/plate intercooler, possible charge pipes, USP Motorsports cold air intake - then IS38 turbo and Stage 2 tune. Lots of people dig my P3cars digital display. Just want a sweet sleeper car.

[@AllenYoho]

I just got the p3gauges as well. I absolutely love it

[@xXMuffintopXx]

Metric auto sport is the best !

[@javia5964]

christian llerena got my jetta vr6 tuned there as well lol

[@sporopeza]

Great video. Right now I want stage 1 with unitronic and have been contemplating lately about going to Stage 2. Of course the only downside is I live in California and the smog laws are lame. However there are people out there who tell me that there's a way to work around California strict smog laws.

[@AllenYoho]

I say go full send on stage 2 it's way worth and you'll look back and be like why was I even considering stage 1. Hope all works out with the smog laws tho! Hit me up and let me know how it all goes. Also unitronic is having a great sale for Black Friday just saying 😃

[@DenisDamulira23]

I'm in Cali too.i've been told to get a good catted downpipe that uses HJS Euro 6 compliant catalyst like AWE Tuning or NEUSPEED Downpipe which won't give a check engine light even on the stock tune. That's the way I'm going. Plus you don't want CHP to pull you over, see no cat and immediately tow your car away. Stage 2 is the max I'm going + DKM STAGE 3 twin disc clutch which i hear is stock like,no noise and is rated for a max of 600+ Torque.

[@christopher3669]

Check out Stratified bro!! It'll totally change your car in every way

[@drummmadude]

Brilliant! I really want to do a Stage 1 incl. the DSG to my car! However, in Unitronic webpage i couldnt find my carmodel wich is a 2019 VW POLO GTI with the 2litre 200bhp/320nm engine. Are they called something else in the US maybe? If u find the time, could you plz link me so i may find the support for it and ill buy the cable pack. Thanx a bunch in advance! Best regards Roger.T Norway

[@brianwilhelm9464]

What headlights do you have? I just went stage1 w/IE, going to lower it and do some cosmetics (headlights) until my clutch goes and forces me to stage2 :) Most headlights i’ve seen are sold out, i like the look you’ve got! Send them over!

[@JSMK7]

Sweet congrats bud!

[@AllenYoho]

Appreciate it man!

[@i.b_swervin]

Getting my stage 2 right now

[@thevduber]

you seem quite nervous 😂, thanks for the tutorial video

[@johndoe5229]

yea man , imagine you just flashed a 30k vehicle ! cheers

[@TeddyWestside412]

What charge pipes were you looking at in the beginning of the video? Those are something I want to get with my intercooler and do all of that at one time.......also I had a very similar reaction to my car when I first got to floor it haha.

[@AllenYoho]

Its the new Unitronic Charge Pipes

[@TeddyWestside412]

@@AllenYoho you getting them?

[@AllenYoho]

most likely, I think im gonna start doing some aesthetics to the car first, wheels, coilovers, etc and then im gonna go looking for more power so ill upgrade the intercooler, charge pipes, stuff like that next year

[@TeddyWestside412]

@@AllenYoho yeah all I need is an intercooler and charge pipes so I think I'll just finish the power upgrades and keep looking like a stock gti. Then I'll finally dedicate some money to the exterior.

[@AllenYoho]

gotta love a sleeper tho. gotta hurt some V8's feelings

[@lilpeepers]

SO SHOULD I FILL MY CAR UP WITH 93 BEFORE TUNE OR AFTER TUNE ???

[@TheStockFather17]

Did you end up getting any engine codes down the line? At how many miles did you decide to go stage 2

[@Spccain]

Have you had any issues with the car since tuning it ?

[@N734NJ]

Well, this video sold me on Unitronic.

[@AllenYoho]

That's what I like to hear

[@N734NJ]

@@AllenYoho I'm caught up in the whole APR stage 2 debacle, so seeing you enjoy Uni so much makes me feel very good about switching over.

[@JoyRider77]

@@N734NJ Nah man. I had Uni stage 2 and switched over to EQT even tho I lost all the money for the uni. Waaaaay better. Check out their fb page.

[@N734NJ]

@@JoyRider77 I wish I could, but sadly I'm the 1.8T on the Golf SportWagen.

[@slushy0022]

I have a question ? I own a Ford Fiesta st and people say they have stage 2 tune for their exhaust I believe , and it crackles and pops , how do I get to that stage ? I’m confused about that part

[@AllenYoho]

Staging a car refers to the engine tune. Certain tunes can be set to make the car run rich or lean to create popping and crackles. For example I have a stage 2 engine tune for regular or like I currently have a stage 2 "overrun" file that allows the exhaust to pop on deceleration and higher revs. Check for tunes that offer a crackles option. I've heard good things about stratified for the ST.

[@slushy0022]

Do you have to have a turbo for that Kind of stuff

[@AllenYoho]

@@slushy0022 yes

[@zone47]

Maybe I missed it but getting a Stage 2 tune from what? Stock? Stage 1 or 1+ Just wondered. I'm going from 1+ to 2 soon.

[@AllenYoho]

Yep stock to stage 2

[@dose_of_khan4566]

Great Video! Do you need a specific type of laptop program to do the flash?

[@AllenYoho]

Thank you! you do need to have a PC. There is a full list of the required specs on Unitronics website

[@zubastik2992]

So a stage 1 APR has more torque tan stage 2 Uni) Glad I went with APR

[@derekbrown1064]

APR is also more expensive with greater risks

[@TheMlvswoll]

APR high torque file has more torque, but has a touchy throttle tip in and falls on its face around 5500rpm. The Uni has less torque, much more linear throttle response and pulls hard to redline. DSG tune is a must to truly enjoy. Not knocking APR. I had them on my mk6. I wanted the ability to tune and uninstall from home. APR can’t offer that.

[@redzone2005]

Good info bro

[@DanielEnochs]

So you don't own a Dodge dart anymore?

[@AllenYoho]

No she's been gone for almost a year

[@johndoe5229]

so how is the tune holding up? any codes? how is the dsg liking it? i’m in between this and cobb. seems like if you don’t want any custom tunes then this would be the route!

[@AllenYoho]

Currently sitting at 44k miles and zero issues with the tune. I ended up adding the crackle tune and love the sounds. I ran the car for about 2k miles before adding the dsg tune. It really helps the overall drive of the car but car handled well without it.

[@johndoe5229]

@@AllenYoho thx to your help for it all..your co pilot is like my co pilot!! cheers

[@mickrob22]

a outside video of the exhaust sound ( acceleration ) with the downpipe and stage 2 tune would be great

[@AllenYoho]

I plan on making that video this weekend! stay tuned

[@bigdaddymurch4041]

Does a unitronic tune possibly come with a warranty and if so how long does the warranty last for? 👀

[@AllenYoho]

www.getunitronic.com/warranty

[@rmarcoux18]

Good video! How is the tune holding up? I got a 15 gti thinking about going unitronic on it

[@patmac7139]

go APR .... trust me

[@Tengu98]

Is the car still performing reliably after the tune? Also is this just a tune or did you add components to the car?

[@AllenYoho]

Reliability has been great, this is just an ecu tune to stage 2. Since then I have changed maps to an overun/crackle tune as well as a stage 2 DSG tune

[@Tengu98]

@@AllenYoho Thanks. I'm looking at getting my own GTI which is why I'm curious.

[@robertm.w2323]

Ok here’s my question I have 2013 Jetta gli stage 1 apr and Awe track back if I go stage 2 3 inch catted dp and unitronic dsg tune will I fail emissions I’m in Chicago all advice welcomed

[@AllenYoho]

you should be able to still pass emissions, being that there is still a cat in place you should have no issues.

[@carlosmaldonado3597]

Does the tune change your rpm limit to 74k? Cause it’s in the description that it does, but people are saying I must get the DSG tune, would you know by chance?

[@luismf916ify]

If you have a dsg transmission and want to go stage 2, you’ll need the dsg tune as well. Highly recommend it, if you don’t youll destroy your transmission

[@zackpetersen6729]

Do you have to have the unitronics downpipe? I have a cat less downpipe but on the website it says it requires it?

[@AllenYoho]

no you can run any downpipe you like, I am running a CTS catless downpipe

[@yalnizer2745]

How is the stock turbo holding up?

[@AllenYoho]

No issues, makes all the best noises currently at 70k miles

[@ajarcia9741]

Just a Stage 2 ECU tune? No DSG?

[@AllenYoho]

not yet, but i plan on adding it :)

[@Great_America]

Your Unitronic tune: 339HP crank - 12% (trans loss) = ~298WHP I have an APR Stage 1 (ECU & TCU) 360HP crank - 12% = ~316WHP I can’t wait to go APR Stage 2!

[@Osprey1994]

APR Stage 1 (91) is 281 WHP on their Dyno... 305 at the crank. Their stage 2 estimate on 91 is 295 at the wheels and 320 at the crank. If you're going to quote numbers at least get it right. You really think Uni would allow APR to gap them in numbers like that?

[@TheMlvswoll]

He confused their torque with their hp numbers.

[@jketphanh22]

i have a 2017 gli, if i buy stage 1+ unitronic does it come with stage 2, 1+ and 1? or just 1+

[@AllenYoho]

If you guy Stage 1+ you will get stage 1 included as well. If you decide later to upgrade to stage 2 it will cost $100 additional to upgrade

[@jketphanh22]

Allen Yoho thanks man , do you think i have to get dsg tune along with the ecu ..? i really don’t wanna throw that extra money out atm

[@coreypruszynski8691]

Need to be stage 1 first ?

[@AllenYoho]

No, you can jump straight to stage 2 as long as you have a high flow down pipe

[@jonahfesman861]

Would this work for a 2016 Golf Sportswagen? 1.8T

[@reecie4200]

Apr has a tune. Only company that had iti have a 1.8t Jetta and it's a non man. I know they have tunes for mqb 1.8t tho

[@brendanmcclusky8117]

can you go straight to stage two or do you have to go stage one then two

[@AllenYoho]

You can go straight to stage 2

[@jorgemontesdeoca895]

is ur dsg still good becuase i’m planning on going stage 2 without a dsg tune

[@AllenYoho]

I've since upgraded and got the dsg tune and it's worth it

[@sarahscordato9793]

get the DSG tune. Sport mode is useless without it.

[@KDMFrost]

which is better apr or unitronic?

[@greapa2334]

Exactly what I’m wondering

[@dylanjones1073]

After you stage 2 is there crackle?

[@AllenYoho]

There is a stage 2 crackle tune

[@moisesgonzalez362]

If you go stage 2 do you need to tune your dsg too or no?

[@AllenYoho]

You don't have to but it's strongly recommended. Car drives much better now that I've installed the stage 2 dsg tune

[@moisesgonzalez362]

@@AllenYoho Thanks man really appreciate it

[@Dan330i]

Wait a second so let’s say your car is bone stock if u add the stage 2 tune to the car will the car increase in power

[@evacuationplan_B]

Yeah it would, but if it was completely stock you should probably start with 1 or 1 + but that's still going to add around 80hp

[@cityracr]

I follow you on IG. Subbed to help you get to 2,000!

[@AllenYoho]

Thank you!!!

[@aaron5222]

Yo I have the deathly hallows on my left forarm on the underside.

[@AllenYoho]

Yas! Huge Harry Potter fan

[@aaron5222]

@@AllenYoho I see we have the same taste in cars and books. I'm getting wheels and tires for my 2018 GTI, how's traction with the tune?

[@LetsPlayDaPc]

14:16 forgot a shit

[@JeffSpehar-ov1cn]

Did you report to insurance company as required?

[@usa5046]

No

[@RickJohnson]

Did you do a DSG flash as well?

[@AllenYoho]

i have not yet, but i plan to eventually

[@betterwithrum]

I’m going to get so many tickets....

[@Theorcman2008]

Car get used to it? It's not a living thing. That car was built to bre driven.

[@justinsheperd1760]

12:56

[@deutscherritter5856]

???

[@AllenYoho]

I am unsure what you are questioning

[@Theorcman2008]

You gave no idea what you're taking about. Sport mode doesn't give you horsepower lol

[@JoyRider77]

I would hate to see it if you drove a car that was actually fast

[@revmatchproductions]

JoyRider thats funny cuz stage 3 would gap that stingray in your profile pic LOL. Is that what you think is fast? Hahaha

[@tomdoe1234]

Going more no traction with my no traction GTI that already had more torque than a FWD car can handle, but I want moooore so it will be mmoooooore annoying to drive. I used to own one of these shitboxes, wish there were a way to get google to stop putting these videos in my feed.

[@TheMlvswoll]

Tom D if you think a tuned GTI is no more enjoyable than stock you are in a minority but enjoy your stock car.

[@slayednpked1]

I know people disagree but it hurts me seeing people slowly destroy their cars

[@jessylauzon8740]

Kyle Adams 😂 welcome to the "tune world" if you say this it's because you are not a car guy 🤔

[@slayednpked1]

Jessy Lauzon when I pass by your broken down rice rocket, I’ll honk and keep it going

[@jessylauzon8740]

Kyle Adams fair enough 😉 can I ask you, why did you click on the video if you hate this ?

[@wolfsburggti4476]

Kyle Adams lol your comment actually made me laugh 😂

[@TheMlvswoll]

Kyle does it hurt so bad you deliberately clicked on a video about going stage 2 on a mk7 so you could comment on your distaste for tuning? Free time much?