CV joint and clutch recommendations for an A2 GTI 8v

[rallyGTI]

I'm planning to change the above in my 8V. Are the OEM stuff good enough for rallyXing and some rough trail usage? I figure if I'm going to spend $$ on the labor anyways, might as well put in some bombproof parts(if such things exist) Any other recommendations on how to make the A2 more dirt worthy will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

[rallyGTI]

BTW, cost is a consideration. I really don't want to spend too much since this is just a learning car until I save up enough to get a preped golf.

[jblewis]

The "first step" upgrade for the clutch is to go to a 16v pressure plate (factory part). Don't try and use a 16v clutch disc, though, the splines are different.

As for the CVs, Lobro is as good or better than stock. I don't personally know of any upgrade CV joints. Though that certainly doesn't mean they aren't out there.

JBLewis

[moyersport]

Unless you're planning to run a 3.1 L VR6 pumping out over 350 hp, the O.E 100mm CV joints in the GTi should be up to the task as long as you don't go to extremes with the ride height (high or low) and over-extend (stress) the joints. Though I do know this guy who makes titanium joints and gun drilled axles. Hmmm...

Get a Sachs Sport Clutch Kit and forget about it. I've got one in stock.

Brent
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