maXpeedingrods K04 K04-001 Turbo Turbocharger for Audi A3 TT 1.8T for Volkswagen BEETLE Seat IBIZA upgraded Engine 4EB/4EA/4EC Turbo Charger 53049500001 400HP+ Replacement

Installed this on my 1.8t Mk4 Gti because my previous turbo blew and it seemed ok for the first 2-3 months, then I started getting smoke from the exhaust on deceleration and at around 6 months it had become nearly undriveable. Having just rebuilt my motor I replaced my breather system as it was the only thing left that could let oil into the cylinders. Didn’t fix it.Got a new turbo from a different brand and it fixed my issue. I’ve heard there turbos are hit or miss so you’re really taking a chance with them. I recommend just spending the extra money and not having the hassle.

The mounting right up fit just like it was supposed to I have had it on my 1.8t vw beetle for almost a month I am running it at 6psi on low side 10 psi on high side does all it sails it will do I’ll be posting again about the longevity because believe me when I say I give it all she has all the time if it can break I’llBreak it and then figured out what went wrongwould recommend to all my friends and family by the way this is the second turbo I have bought from them the other just didn’t go on my beetleand it to is still running strong love them and at an affordable priceOk so update it’s been several months running this turbo on a 1.8t and it has performed flawlessly I have found my new turbos I’ll buy nothing else this has proven the company to me love it

Turbo fit well and works pretty good. Few key points, if you already have any kind of tune that isn't k04 specific this turbo will make it boost cut and lean out bad. Also, if you are using your stock intercooler piping you will need to make it work, it does not just fit right up.3 month update. I've been chasing this issue where the car smokes on decelaration and idle. I was told that my valve stem seals were bad because it couldnt be the new turbo...WRONG. the turbo seals failed on both sides. If you're in need of a turbo fast, sure this will work, but its not a permanent fix.

Installed easy using online videos and forums. I've been driving with it for almost 1000 miles with no issues. Builds the correct boost. I originally bought a remanufactured K03 that burned oil and fell apart. This was much better for a third the price.

Worked great fit great would buy again