3ZERO3 and HPA Motorsports

Passion, training, technology, performance. yeah we’re into that…..Or as our nerdy Marketing Director would say, “we embody those brand values”. Well, so do the good folks at HPA Motorsports. While HPA may have been around longer than us ( alot longer actually ) we both proudly operate 10,000 sq ft + facilities ( ours is 14,000 sq ft, but who’s counting?) filled with 5 full sized hoists, and access to a all wheel drive Superflow dyno ( ok so we don’t own the dyno we use BUT we do have a new alignment rack ). It only took a few trips down from Surrey Canada ( we don’t know where Surrey is yet) for Marcel Horn and company, to take a look at our operation and knight us as the FIRST American Certified HPA Dealer // Installer. We truly sealed the deal earlier this summer with our HPA Turbo install on Bud Gidday’s Audi TT 3.2 DSG. Take a stroll thru the blog for LOTS more info, news, history, jokes, run-on sentences (excessive use of parenthesis) and automotive witticisms (yes that’s a real word!).

Fast Facts about HPA Motorsports.

• Since 1991 HPA Motorsports has set performance trends in the performance industry, raising the bar with every new project.
• They are based in Surrey Canada. (We just googled Surrey and still have no idea WHERE this is exactly, but thankfully FedEx knows).
• Specialties include forced induction tuning of the VW//Audi VR6 motor, Haldex 4-motion based AWD systems,  and DSG tuning.
• Their R&D team is continually developing custom solutions for unique in-house vehicle builds, and new items for  over the counter consumers, while the production team is turning out parts for worldwide distribution

We were more than excited (read : flattered) when HPA considered us their first American Dealer //Installer. What we like about HPA, we like about ourselves. Their passion, vision, and technical ability are pronounced and transparent.  They even announced the news it to the world( read : forums) : HERE .

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Haldex Differentials and DSG Gearboxes define the niche.

To date HPA has capitalized on somewhat of a niche segment of the VAG ( read : Volkswagen Audi Group)  enthusiast market targeting vehicles with VR6 engines, Haldex differentials, and DSG gearboxes. These are vehicles largely absent from most Euro Tuner product line ups ( did we say EuroTuner ? We’ve just been saying the word EuroTuner alot lately, random).

Most traditional VAG tuners have long stayed away from the VR6 + All Wheel Drive  chassis combination’s  such as :

• Audi A3 3.2 DSG Quattro
• Audi TT 3.2 DSG Quattro
• Volkswagen R32 Mk IV & MkV
• Volkswagen Passat 4 Motion ( B6 chassis )
• Volkswagen Tiguan
• Not to mention such cars as : Audi S3 // Volkswagen New Beetle RSi // Lamborghini Aventador 700-4 //Bugatti Veyron.

The nature of the DSG and Haldex equipment represent a shift to a new and non-traditional technology. It stands to reason that the cutting edge technology lends itself to unique R&D processes. We were understandably wary at first, but at the end of the day we found that the HPA product speaks for itself.

We became believers when we installed their FT360 Kit on Bud’s Audi TT 3.2 DSG. Driving this car changed the way we came to understand  the brilliantly dynamic reality of this technology. And that was these cars are very fast, and very fun in a  new way no other Volkswagen or Audi has been.

In a nutshell, the Haldex center differential is an electronically controlled center differential that can think its way thru ‘the when’ and’ the how’ to engage the rear axle.  DSG is like having two manual gearboxes side by side, controlled electronically by a control module that can shift faster than you can think. The development of both new technologies has opened the door for amazing and ridiculously sophisticated chassis tuning previously not even conceivable!

Before you can comprehend the depth of the genius behind the HPA product You must first understand the basic nature of this still new OEM technology.

Feed your brain these juicy links :

• Longitudinal engine layouts HERE
• Torsen and traditional Quattro info HERE
• Transverse engine layout defined  HERE
• Haldex info HERE
• Volkswagen 4 Motion info HERE
• DSG AKA direct shift gearbox info HERE

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Haldex Performance Controllers:

The benefits of the HPA Haldex Controller:

• Redefines Torque Transfer
• Proactive Power Distribution
• More Aggressive Handling Characteristics

The sophisticated Haldex based all wheel drive system monitors throttle input, ABS wheel speed sensors, steering angle, etc to anticipate and distribute torque transfer from the engine to the driveline.

This upgrade:

• Increases torque transmission at acceleration providing consistent performance with increased over-steer.
• The torque-transmission is influenced by how fast you press the accelerator down. The Haldex system can transmit torque before the engine delivers torque. At greater speeds the torque will decrease enabling less over-steer and safer driving properties.

The advantages of this upgrade are it’s ability to predict the onset of torque. This upgrade takes into account the throttle position signal more so than the OEM software and therefore can proactively begin applying power to the RWD clutch packs before wheel spin begins. As power is increased, more power lock occurs in the RWD unit until full lock is achieved.

This is ideal for autocross, road racing, and street driving as well as enhancements to poor weather driving.Any questions about the true effectiveness of these claims can talk to the highly decorated R32 Auto-X competitors Mark and Connie Smith :

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DSG / S-Tronic Performance Programming:

The DSG gearbox is an amazing bundle of technologies with over 50 patents protecting it. The mechanical and software details of this technology are on lockdown from even the dealerships who are not allowed to perform any service other than the basic maintenance. Unlike simple engine tuning which involves the use of one of many readily available programming interfaces to manipulate the spark and fuel of the engine map, tuning the DSG involves many more parameters and a secure understanding of how these react to various vehicle inputs.

HPA has not been dissuaded by these difficulties, rather their efforts and successes have been rewarded by Volkswagen and Audi on an International level. After realizing that their R&D, and engineering processes were perhaps their equal, VAG  Royalty granted them the opportunity to :

• Exclusively build the three RGT project cars (Jetta, Passat, and Touareg) for the debut at the 2005 SEMA show. All powered by a twin turbo and the Jetta and Passat outfitted with the DSG.
• Met with the head software and mechanical developers for the DQ200, DQ250, and DQ500 DSG Gearboxes, and participated in ride and drives with the Audi A3 calibration team.

With years of multiple overlapping and compounding durability evaluations (including the 24 hours at Nurenburgring, and numerous FT565 vehicle builds), HPA has developed the software expertise necessary to ensure safe functionality of the DSG in extreme applications. With over two dozen different DSG gearboxes in North America (and several more globally), no tuner is better versed and more prepared than HPA is to overcome these variables to ensure a perfect result that won’t prematurely wear out clutch packs or threaten the gearbox.

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HPA Forced Induction Systems

With power losses at altitude = 3% of engine power per 1,000ft of elevation, its just not fair. But life ain’t fair kid. Get forced induction !

Recently, everyone and their mother has been selling turbo and supercharger kits online. In our mind, any hardware we recommend or install has to meet our ridiculous ideas of performance, reliability, and value. Never accused of being the cheapest kits on the market the HPA turbo and supercharger kits define the concept of complete & thorough.

HPA Forced Induction engineering highlights :

• Introduced in 2004, HPA’s FT series single turbos are recognized today as one of the most reliable systems on the market for the 3.2L VR6. Engineered in partnership with HGP using Garrett turbo technology and proprietary cast housings and manifolds.
• Optimized turbine and compressor housings maximize the air flow while efficient ball bearing turbo cartridges offer superior throttle response and reduced turbo lag.
• Nickel-iron alloy used in exhaust manifolds is specially formulated to offer the best balance between tensile strength and thermal efficiency.
• The cast aluminum short runner intake manifold sustains higher boost levels than the factory plastic intake and maximizes the air intake to all six cylinders. Silicone boost plumbing directs the air charge through the intercoolers and into the intake manifold in as short a route possible while keeping it insulated from ambient heat.

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Versatile Automotive Diagnostics

Stating that the modern automobile is technically complicated is like saying that the Arctic Ocean is cold. You can’t understand the pain that worlds coldest ocean can impart without diving in head first. If you have ever been stuck on the wrong side of a impossible diagnostic problem on a late model car, you can better understand the emotional metaphor here.

Thankfully, VAD a division of HPA applies their same saavy to the realm of  diagnostic equipment, specializes in Volkswagen / Audi scan tool solutions for the consumer and professional environment.

• VAD offers technicians exclusive access to the most current diagnostic data, for all vehicles in the Volkswagen Audi Group
• Ranging from the earliest OBD cars to today’s most technically advanced models. From the most common Engine, Transmission, and ABS units, to the more specialized Tire Pressure Monitoring, Steering Angle Sensor, and Climate Control units.
• There are no limitations to the amount of control modules accessible. After connecting to any of the available 100+ control modules, VAD can then give insight into more than 800 Individual values and 11,000 possible VW/Audi specific fault codes present in today’s vehicles.

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By now, you should be not only ready to buy a Audi TT 3.2 or a Volkswagen R32 so you have a platform for which to install such amazing hardware. Well unfortunately, 3ZERO3 Motorsports does not sell vehicles. BUT you can repay our efforts to simultaneously inform and entertain you by purchasing a big turbo kit online RIGHT NOW !

WWW.3ZERO3MOTORSPORTS.COM/STORE

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Questions : Info@3ZERO3Motorsports.com

Orders : Sales@3ZERO3Motorsports.com

Comments : Max@3ZERO3Motorsports.com

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Comments

Jan 26, 2011
jeremy
Two of the best have joined. How can we not benfit!!


Jan 26, 2011
Max
Thanks Jer !

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