12-31-2006, 01:52 AM
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new turbo, new transmission?
hey,
i was wondering if i get a better turbo like the GT2X eliminator or the K04, and i have a 99 1.8T, do i need to get a better tranny or a new one?
will the 1.8 trany hold up to 350 hp? what will it be able withstand?
thanks a lot
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12-31-2006, 03:25 PM
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RE: new turbo, new transmission?
You'll need a new clutch and pressure plate, but the 1.8T tranny is fairly stout.
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12-31-2006, 10:29 PM
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RE: new turbo, new transmission?
I know that tiptronic is solid, but I have no clue how much it can hold. best bet, is to power up, break it, and put manual 5/6spd in.
01-01-2007, 04:25 AM
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RE: new turbo, new transmission?
lol, I didnt even notice he had a TIP.
Good call.
You'll be fine, Bro. Youve got a torque converter, and numerous clutch packs to make the power transfer buttery smooth. Much less invasive (and destructive) then a manual at elevated power levels. You will be increasing wear and tear and narrowing service intervals, which are more expensive on a auto, but thats inevitable no matter what kind of tranny you have. Personally I'd be more worried about your CV joints.
350bhp should pose no big threat, have fun and good luck.
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01-01-2007, 05:33 PM
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RE: new turbo, new transmission?
Thanks to all for the help
much appreciated
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-APR 91 -APR Boost Gauge -LLtek Cross Tower
-Evoms CAI -N75H -Stratmosphere Dv
-RS4 Grill -Techtonics Tuning Exhaust
Hold on baby Jesus, it's gonna get bumpy
01-12-2007, 12:18 AM
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RE: new turbo, new transmission?
DoI need to change anything in my car so nothing breaks with all that power?
Or could I just bolt on that turbo and go?
What size injectors are the best?
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-APR 91 -APR Boost Gauge -LLtek Cross Tower
-Evoms CAI -N75H -Stratmosphere Dv
-RS4 Grill -Techtonics Tuning Exhaust
Hold on baby Jesus, it's gonna get bumpy
01-12-2007, 02:01 PM
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RE: new turbo, new transmission?
I think there is a chip for the tip.
It changes the shift points, I dont know how efective it is.
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