asutherland

Hi all,

Does anyone know specifically what I must do to run a k04 turbo or larger aftermarket turbo on my 1.8T? (170bhp/173tq type) I'm running stage 1 Revo right now, making 205bhp/240tq, and I have a Turbosmart bypass valve.

The way I see it, my choice would be to either

-Upgrade to stage 2 Revo on existing turbo, with a couple bolt ons like intake,

-Upgrade to k04 turbo or larger and keep stage 1 Revo, or

-Upgrade to k04 turbo or larger and stage 2 Revo + bolt-ons to support the stage 2

I believe I would need larger injectors, right? Does the computer system and Revo automatically adjust the fuel/air mixture and other settings depending on how much boost the car makes?

Suggestions?

thanks!
Andrew

dsq

i'm not an expert on this, so i don't know the details.

to upgrade to a ko4, you will need:

-new software (or upgrade from revo)
-bigger injectors

and although not mandatory, you will end up getting these also
-fmic unless you like heatsoak
-new clutch when your stock one wears out from the extra power
-exhaust (not really necessary, but might as well)
-upgraded dv (which you have already but i'm not familiar with yours)
-new coilpacks when it blows

probably missing some stuff, i'm sure someone else can chime in.