{"product_id":"mk8-golf-r-stage-2-remap-430-440bhp-ea888-gen-4","title":"MK8 Golf R Stage 2 Remap — 430–440bhp (EA888 Gen 4)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWP Stage 2 — 430–440bhp \/ up to 550Nm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eStage 2 pushes the factory Continental turbo to its safe limit. With the restrictive OPF and catalytic converter removed via a performance downpipe, and supported by an upgraded intercooler and intake, we extract 430–440bhp and up to 550Nm — the maximum the stock turbo can reliably deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Cat is the single biggest exhaust restriction on the MK8 Golf R. Removing it allows the turbo to spool faster, sustain higher boost levels and breathe freely at the top of the rev range. Combined with the intercooler and intake upgrades, it unlocks a noticeably sharper, more responsive car with a broader powerband and a much more engaging exhaust note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt Stage 2, our DSG calibration is essential — not optional. The DQ381 gearbox needs to know about the increased torque to shift safely and effectively. Our TCU tune raises torque limits, sharpens shifts and optimises shift points to match the engine's new output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom dyno calibration with before \u0026amp; after printout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Performance downpipe (decat or sports cat) · Upgraded intercooler · Performance intake system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential:\u003c\/strong\u003e DSG calibration \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📖 \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/wayside-performance.co.uk\/pages\/mk8-golf-r-tuning-guide-stage-1-stage-1-stage-2-wayside-performance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRead our full MK8 Golf R Tuning Guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWorkshop install only. 99 RON fuel recommended for optimal results.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIncludes dyno workshop install or flash at home device available. 99 RON fuel recommended for optimal results.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wayside Performance","offers":[{"title":"No (Just engine tune) \/ Workshop install (includes dyno printout)","offer_id":51198123868466,"sku":null,"price":599.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"No (Just engine tune) \/ WPFlasher remote tuning device","offer_id":51198124851506,"sku":null,"price":799.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"With TCU Tune \/ Workshop install (includes dyno printout)","offer_id":51198123901234,"sku":null,"price":849.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"With TCU Tune \/ WPFlasher remote tuning device","offer_id":51198124884274,"sku":null,"price":1049.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1509\/8328\/files\/WPStage2_cd01cb1e-b749-4ad3-8d6e-0d8d9e6eb4fe.jpg?v=1771618892","url":"https:\/\/wayside-performance.co.uk\/products\/mk8-golf-r-stage-2-remap-430-440bhp-ea888-gen-4","provider":"Wayside Performance ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}