Get Your 6 Speed DSG Serviced For $399 At Dodson!

Is it time to get your DSG serviced? If so, we at Dodson are currently offering servicing for 6 Speed DSG Transmissions for only $399!

We at Dodson are transmission specialists and are here to ensure that your DSG remains in optimal condition, performing as it should and being able to take whatever you throw at it.

While DSGs are excellent transmissions, they need to be taken care of and serviced correctly in order to perform at their peak and be reliable.

Our service is made to ensure that your DSG transmission is serviced to the highest of standards, using only the best quality oils and parts.

What’s Included In The 6 Speed DSG Transmission Service

Every DSG service we perform includes:

Scanning the car for any fault codes to ensure all sensors and pressures are correct
Draining the old transmission fluid and removing the filter
Replacing the filter and cleaning all components
Filling the transmission with new transmission fluid
Quality test drive to ensure everything is operating as it should
Optional clutch/gear calibration & adaption drive if the car requires it

Along with this, we are also equipped with ODIS, VAS and VCDS service tools, so we can diagnose and repair any problem that may arise with your DSG transmission.

This services including Volkswagen, Audi, Seat and Skoda vehicles which have the 6 speed DSG transmission.

Book your service in now by calling us on 09 441 3635 or emailing service@dodsonmotorsport.com.

A Couple of Audis Being Serviced At Dodson

We at Dodson specialise in servicing Audis and this month we’ve had a few interesting ones through our door. Most notable was this red S3, a white RS7 and a black S6 with a 5.2 litre V10 under the hood:

If you are looking to get your Audi serviced, we at Dodson are here to help. We offer comprehensive servicing options for Audis including engine, DSG transmission and Haldex servicing.

Audi Engine Service

Our Audi Engine Service option will ensure that your Audi is maintained beyond manufacturer’s specifications to ensure long life and optimal performance from your motor. We only use top quality oil and components from the best brands to ensure everything is done right, will last the test of time and will perform at it’s absolute best.

Whether it’s just a street car or you use the car form performance driving and track days, our service will ensure that everything is in good shape and ready to go, and that the car is prepared for what you have to throw at it.

Audi DSG Transmission Service

DSG transmissions need to be taken care of and properly serviced to ensure long life and optimal operating performance. As such, we offer DSG Transmission Servicing options that are done to the highest of standards, to not only ensure that your transmission has the best oils and parts, but that it is also operating correctly and that there are no other issues. With every DSG service we can the car for fault codes to make sure all sensors and pressures are correct, and we can perform a clutch and gear calibration and adaptation drive if needed. When your DSG leaves our shop, you know that it will be in 100% working order.

Audi Haldex Service

If your Audi’s Haldex also needs a service, we are able to perform that too. Just like with the engine and DSG transmission services, our Audi Haldex service uses only the best oils and components, and is done to a very high standard. We are also able to perform an optional pump and filter clean if required.

Get Your Audi Serviced Today!

To get your Audi serviced in Auckland by Dodson, ring us on 09 441 3635 or email service@dodsonmotorsport.com and we will get your Audi sorted!

June’s Been Busy… Here’s What’s Been Happening At Dodson

Nissan Silvia S14 Rocket Bunny Boss Widebody

June has been a busy month at Dodson, we’ve had a lot of interesting cars come through the shop for servicing as well as other jobs. Everything from Racecars to tuned road cars and supercars. Here’s a few we found particularly interesting:

First we had a BMW e92 M3 racecar in for a new clutch and billet sump:

Then we had a Skoda Octavia VRS in for some maintenance items:

After that a Volkswagen Golf GTI came in for a full brake upgrade before going on the track:

We also had the Nissan Silvia S14 with a Rocket Bunny Boss Widebody Kit come in for some performance upgrades:

Last but certainly not least we had a Porsche Panamera and an Alfa Romeo Giulia in for servicing:

If you need to get your car serviced, be sure to ring us on 09 441 3635 or email service@dodsonmotorsport.com.

Nissan Skyline GTR R34 Rebuild by Dodson

A ‘99 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR came to us at Dodson with a damaged motor due to some unknown previous debris that was left inside.

We set about rebuilding the motor which included replacing the pistons with new CP forged oversized units, all new ARP bolts and studs and ACL bearings through out. We fitted a Tomei MLS head gasket and oil restrictor, and an N1 Nissan oil pump. The cylinder head was given an OEM refresh. We also had the turbos rebuilt with new upgraded steel wheels.

Here is the engine complete and back in the car:

Then we put the car on the dyno:

It made 320whp on the factory boost controller. Not a bad result at all.

Mclaren 720s With NOVITEC Kit Serviced At Dodson

We recently serviced a special Mclaren 720s at Dodson Motorsport. The car came in for new front brake pads and a post track checkover.

What’s special about this car is it has a full NOVITEC kit with full carbon bonnet. NOVITEC offers these special kits for the 720s along with suspension, wheel, power and exhaust upgrades.

It certainly looks stunning especially in white, which contrasts beautifully with the carbon fibre.

If you need your supercar serviced, be sure to contact us today by calling 09 441 3635.

2700HP “King Kong” Nissan GTR

Recently, ST Hitech’s 2700HP King Kong Nissan GTR was back at Dodson Motorsport.

We originally built this car, and it includes our entire catalogue in the gearbox, along with many of our custom-made parts.

It has a complete carbon fibre body, with a hand-build 4130 chromoly tube chassis, weighing 500kg less than factory.

The front suspension geometry is the same as factory, but the rear has Ohlins TTX twin-tube dampers mounted horizontally to custom bell cranks. These Ohlins dampers are the same ones that come in the Nismo GT3 R35, however the spring rates in King Kong are much lower to achieve the squat needed for grip in drag racing.

For drag racing purposes, it has a lightweight brake kit with solid rotors and five-stud hubs, which get replaced for big brakes and centrelock hubs when it’s doing circuit racing.

The drag spec wheels it runs are Belak beadlocks with titanium hardware – 17×10 on the front and 15×10 on the rear.

Under the bonnet, the parts include a Diamond pistons, a billet crankshaft, billet alloy rods, CNC ported heads with custom cams with a duration higher than 300 degrees, and a custom billet 3.8L block, designed by us at Dodson and milled from a solid block of billet alloy. It also runs an enormous Precision turbo.

The engine block doesn’t actually have any water galleries. Instead, the engine is cooled by an electric water pump which sends water only to the heads and cools them through a small radiator which is under the side of the bumper. Most of the cooling comes from the methanol passing through the custom-made billet fuel rails with 1700cc and 5750cc injectors mounted in the custom billet and carbon fibre inlet manifold.

It certainly is a beast, and we are happy to see it back in our shop and still going strong.

We Service Nissan Skylines in Auckland

Dodson Motorsport has long been associated with Nissan Skylines and GTRs in New Zealand (and worldwide). We have an extensive history building performance Nissans which have set numerous records around the world. So naturally, we are able to service your Nissan Skyline right here in Auckland.

Whether you have an R32

R33

Or R34

We offer complete servicing options for both engine and transmission. We have been working on these cars for a long time so are able to make truly expert recommendations as to which is the best oil to go for depending on what you intend to use the car for, and any other things that we might recommend which will help to increase performance and durability.

After years of working on these cars, we took what we learnt and now use the best oils we have found which perform better and offer better protection in New Zealand conditions, especially for cars which are used for racing or performance driving.

If your Nissan Skyline is due for a service speak to us today by calling 09 441 3635 or emailing service@dodsonmotorsport.com and we will make sure it’s done better than anyone else.

Also, if you are looking to improve the performance of your Nissan Skyline, we are also able to help you there, by both making recommendations and supplying the parts. Give us a call to discuss that today!

We Offer Skoda DSG Oil Changes in Auckland

Do you have a Skoda with a DSG transmission and you need to get it serviced? We at Dodson Motorsport offer DSG servicing for all Skoda models.

DSG transmissions are very complex and their life expectancy depends on how they were serviced. Regular service intervals for DSGs are crucial to keep them in optimal condition.

How often you need to do this depends on the car and how it’s driven. A car that is driven in a more spirited manner or raced will need to have it serviced more often than one that is just being driven on the road.

The recommended service interval for most DSG equipped cars that are being driven normally is 60,000 kms or 6 years. If you drive your car hard, you’ll want to service it more often.

When we service your DSG transmission, we provide a complete service that ensures your transmission is operating as it should, and with the new oil is like new.

What this means is that before doing the fluid change we will scan the car for any fault codes to ensure the DSG is working properly and that all sensors and pressures are correct.

Once we make sure that everything is all right we will drain the old fluid and remove the old filter. Then we fill it with our specially mixed DMS high performance transmission fluid which has been specifically designed for DSG gearboxes and clean all components before putting it back together. Finally we install the new filter and a new drain plug gasket.

Once that is done, we will take the car for a test drive to ensure everything is operating correctly, that the gears are shifting smooth and that there are no other issues and will make any necessary adjustments. We can also perform an optional clutch and gear change calibration and adaption drive to solve any shifting problems.

To book your Skoda in for a DSG service give us a call on 09 441 3635 or email us on service@dodsonmotorsport.com.

Get Your Audi R8 Serviced At Dodson

Looking to get your Audi R8 serviced by the best? We at Dodson offer premium engine and transmission servicing for Audi R8s from our workshop in North Shore.

We know how much these cars are valued by our customers. That is why our specialists will service your Audi R8 to the absolute highest standard using the best oils and components for the Audi R8, including Castrol and AP Racing fluids and parts. All without the dealership pricetag.

Our Audi R8 engine service includes:

Replacing the engine oil & filter with premium components
Installing new sealing washer on sump plugs
Check and top-up of any other possibly low fluids
Inspection of engine air filters and replacement if necessary
Full vehicle safety check
Quality test drive

Our Audi R8 Transmission Service includes:

Scanning the vehicle for any fault codes to ensure the sensors and pressures are working correctly
Draining the transmission oil and removing the oil filter
Replacing the filter and cleaning all components
Filling the transmission with DMS high performance transmission fluid specifically designed for the Audi R8
Quality test drive
Optional clutch/gear calibration & adaption drive

If you are looking to make your R8 faster we’re also able to help you with increasing the performance of your car.

Book in your R8 for a service now by calling 09 441 3635 or email us on service@dodsonmotorsport.com.

Why a Transmission Service Is Just as Important as an Engine Service

When it comes to servicing a car, most drivers immediately think of engine oil. However, changing the transmission oil is equally important to ensure your car is maintained properly. Here’s why.

It’s commonly thought that a transmission service is really only required for cars that are used in very high demand conditions like performance and racecars. Some even think that it is an unnecessary expense, especially since some OEMs claim that their transmissions have “lifetime oil”.

However, transmission oil is very important not only for lubrication of gears and parts and reducing friction, but it also helps to keep the unit cool and makes gear changes smoother. Good oil also keeps everything clean, reduces vibrations, protects against corrosion and increases the lifespan of your transmission.

It is better to change oil in your transmission sooner rather than later. It will help to keep your transmission in optimal condition, extend its life and reduce the odds of failure or damage occurring.

When transmission oil loses its pressure you can experience delayed shifting. Residue in the transmission oil can make shifting more difficult, potentially resulting in crunching or grinding. You also risk the transmission overheating which can lead to serious damage to many parts of the transmission. This can all happen if the transmission oil is not in good shape or is low (usually due to a leak) and hasn’t been replaced.

Contact us at Dodson if it’s time to change your transmission oil. We will be able to determine when the right service interval for your car is and what type of transmission oil is best to use, whether you have a manual gearbox, DCT or automatic.