Axels

[mferrariomk5]

Looking for some input on some axels for the MK5 GTI

I did some research on the Empi and Raxels but there are mixed opinions, just wondering what axels anyone has had good experience with? And would suggest

Thanks!

[tirerub]

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I use Raxles on my mkiv I don't know how they are on mk5 but I'm like 23ftg and 400+ Whp and no problems after two years. This is after breaking 2 oem and countless empi

[BaggedGLI]

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Empi (Empire) Axles are crap, I am very hesitant to sell them as we have had so many problems with them.

[Ur0Drivr]

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I've heard only good things about Raxles.

[funkin]

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I've had raxles and ran them extremely low for two+ years on my 20th and had no problems with boots ect. Can't speak for how they hold up with big power though. Good bunch of guys to deal with as well

[Ur0Drivr]

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As for big power...Ryan ran these on the Yellow S4 and others also, I believe.

[Benjamin]

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Raxles are good, no problem recommending them from what I have heard over the years. Empi is a chinese clone I am pretty sure and heard nothing but problems. If your axles are really screwed even going to a wrecker and getting beatup axles and replacing the cv joints with good german/euro made ones would be way better.

[mferrariomk5]

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I guess raxels seems like they're pretty popular and good quality. Anyone knw how much they go for?

[mferrariomk5]

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Raxles are good, no problem recommending them from what I have heard over the years. Empi is a chinese clone I am pretty sure and heard nothing but problems. If your axles are really screwed even going to a wrecker and getting beatup axles and replacing the cv joints with good german/euro made ones would be way better.

I Just want to upgrade them. The ones I have now are fine, just pushing its limit pretty hard

[MechEngg]

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I guess raxels seems like they're pretty popular and good quality. Anyone knw how much they go for?

I got mine last year for ~$450 shipped, not sure how the mk4 compares to the mk5 thought.

[MechEngg]

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I Just want to upgrade them. The ones I have now are fine, just pushing its limit pretty hard

How do you know they are pushing the limit?? Do the CV's click?

[mferrariomk5]

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How do you know they are pushing the limit?? Do the CV's click?

I've been hitting them on my frame while driving for about 2 years now and I can't launch because I was told they'll break
By visual inspection they look pretty bad as well

[Disturbo]

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Raxles is what I used when I was fwd and now im on stock 02m axles with over 500awhp and never miss a beat.

[JVD]

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Word. Marty from Raxles is awesome.

I need to send a few sets away.

All you need to send in is the shafts. Save on shipping!

EDIT: EMPI is garbage. Both of my front CV's blew up in a couple months.