ross009 0 Posted March 29, 2007 ive got a f plate 1.6 gti an some days when i go out it feels about 30 bhp more powerful than others its quite bizzare seems to go better when its a bit colder i dont mean i thrash it from cold i just mean after 45 mins say of driving it feels more sluggish than after say 15-20 has anyone else experienced this or is it all in my head? im worried the ignition timing may be slightly out or something like that ive done a search cant come up with anything on this particular problem so any quick things to check would be great cheers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pug_ham 242 3 Cars Posted March 29, 2007 It sounds pretty normal to me. Colder air is denser so it makes a better combustion process. Just not enough to give what feels like a 30bhp difference. IMO its all in your head. If your car drives normally when it feels good without any pinking then the timing is fine & adjusting it won't gain anything. Graham. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hengti 2 Posted March 29, 2007 sounds normal to me too once you get used to a car, you can pick up on things like this. the cars i've gotten used to have certainly felt quicker in colder weather (fog is the best; can't really take advantage of that one though!) and feel a little sluggish once they've been on a good run you're not nuts - it's normal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
