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  1. Golf V & Jetta V
    I’m looking at motors and I keep seeing short block or long. Do both fit. What’s the difference.
  2. Golf V & Jetta V
    Hello, after k04 converting my gti bwa engine I'm having boost issues car doesn't make the boost requested I also put a rtgm 1.2 wastegate actuator, turbo is good no cracks new n75 new map sensor ,also tested the wastegate manually and it open at 1.2... i dont know what to do boost leak?? N75...
  3. Volkswagen News Blog
    APR Presents the Carbon Fiber Turbo Inlet Pipe! The APR Carbon Fiber Turbo Inlet Pipe Product Page The APR Carbon Fiber Turbo Inlet Pipe replaces the rear factory plastic accordion tube with an attractive carbon fiber inlet, complementing the APR Intake System's aesthetically...
  4. Volkswagen News Blog
    Add 34-50HP and 40 ft/lbs of TQ to your 2.0T FSI Many VW enthusiasts have already upgraded their 2.0T’s with bigger turbo kits, but are still looking for even more power. HPA has developed a reliable add-on package for those looking for extra low end power and top end speed. Starting with...
  5. Volkswagen News Blog
    "Good things come to those who wait." This proverb is arguably the best definition for the ECS Tuning Kohlefaser Luft-Technik (Carbon Fiber Air Technology) Induction System line. This group of premium in-house designed engine aspiration products not only deliver remarkable power gains, but also...
  6. Volkswagen News Blog
      When it comes to always being a bridesmaid, yet never quite a bride, few have as much experience as the Golf R32 and Golf R.  Over the past three generations, the car has been regulated to 'honorable mention' status by journalists and enthusiasts commenting on the best performance cars...
  7. Volkswagen News Blog
    The modern closed PCV/Breather system is intended to recirculate combustion blow-by gases for cleaner operation and to reduce greenhouse gases. An unfortunate consequence of this system is the unintended ingestion of oil vapor and carbon into the intake tract, lowering the octane rating and...
  8. Volkswagen News Blog
    AWE Tuning has announced their Volkswagen Golf R Exhaust Suite. The product line will launch featuring two exhaust editions, and two downpipe versions. Each product, as well as combinations will feature AWE Tuning’s industry leading No Check Engine Light Guarantee, Fitment Guarantee and lifetime...
  9. Volkswagen News Blog
    Tyrolsport has announced the release of their UG Aluminum Radiator for Mk5 and Mk6-chassis FSI and TSI applications.  Designed to combat high water temperatures that can be caused by some aftermarket intercoolers, the Tyrolsport UG Aluminum Radiator can decrease radiator outlet temperatures by...
  10. The Audi Lounge
    This year's Vienna Motor Symposium was a prolific event for the Volkswagen Group, introducing or at least previewing multiple engine configurations from a turbocharged W12 producing 600hp, to a 1 liter, three cylinder with WRC roots that's good for about 268hp. On the more common side of things...
  11. Volkswagen News Blog
    VW has once again utilized a cost-cutting plastic oil filter housing. These fragile housings on previous VW/Audi models have shown to be prone to stripping during removal, and cracking during over-tightening. A damaged filter housing presents the very real possibility of losing significant...
  12. Volkswagen News Blog
    Integrated Engineering is set to release a new line of FDS Intercoolers for TSI, FSI and TFSI applications, shown to drop temperatures 65% and greatly reduce heat soak.   Coming in at 54% larger than the stock intercoolers, Integrated Engineering's FDS Intercooler has the core of largest drop-in...
  13. Volkswagen News Blog
    Recently Porsche has confirmed that there will be an upcoming Boxster and Cayman offering with four cylinder power, and now we've got video evidence that the car is in testing.  Our friends at Touriclips were able to capture a Boxster and Cayman doing hot laps on the Nurburgring wearing light...
  14. Volkswagen News Blog
    APR is pleased to present the APR Valve Spring System. The APR Valve Spring System is a high performance, lightweight upgrade designed to increase valve control and eradicate valve float common on many applications. APR’s design specifications called for a valve spring, retainer and spring seat...
  15. Volkswagen News Blog
    Unitronic is proud to present its Intercooler Upgrade for the EA888 Gen2 1.8/2.0 TSI, Gen3 1.8/2.0 TSI, and EA113 2.0 TFSI engines. Unitronic’s Intercooler Upgrade is a complete direct OEM replacement of the factory intercooler providing significant performance benefits to maximize performance...
  16. Volkswagen News Blog
    APR is pleased to present the ultimate transmission control unit (TCU) upgrade for the DQ250 Exx & Fxx DSG and S tronic transmissions! APR’s TCU upgrade is available in engine and power level specific variations and is conveniently flashed to the vehicle’s factory TCU through the OBD-II port...
  17. Volkswagen News Blog
    Earlier this week, Volkswagen Group officially opened their new engine factory in Silao, Mexico. Even more significant is that the Silao Engine Facility is the 100th factory worldwide within the Volkswagen Group. This was a significant event for Volkswagen and made even moreso by the attendance...
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