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Old Apr 8, 2007 | 10:47 PM
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2003 Audi A4: APR stainless steel exhaust, APR ECU, intake, and just purchased APR K04 turbo upgrade but what are some things i can buy/do to help get the most performance out of that turbo?
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Anthony
 
Old Apr 8, 2007 | 10:50 PM
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a test pipe, FMIC, new hoses like a turbo inlet pipe, clutch, short shifter, 2.0L stroker kitand many more
 
Old Apr 8, 2007 | 10:52 PM
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I totally agree with PandaXpress. A test pipe eliminates the catalytic converter and that will greatly increase the life of the turbo by keeping the heat down. A front mount intercooler will also help keep the charged air temps down therefore increasing the efficiency of the motor.
 
Old Apr 8, 2007 | 10:59 PM
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Great, thanks a lot guys. Where can i order a test pipe from?
 
Old Apr 8, 2007 | 11:04 PM
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Old Apr 9, 2007 | 01:59 AM
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Alot of spoonfeeding going on these days [:-]
 
Old Apr 9, 2007 | 04:02 AM
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I don't mind helping.
 
Old Apr 9, 2007 | 04:15 AM
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I'm just playing However it is still free to search on this
 
Old Apr 9, 2007 | 04:22 AM
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Here is one for sale on this forum: https://www.audiforums.com/m_467144/tm.htm
 
Old Apr 9, 2007 | 04:29 AM
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ORIGINAL: Flip

Here is one for sale on this forum: https://www.audiforums.com/m_467144/tm.htm
That one will only work with garret gt turbos....oh, get a vdo boost guage if you dont have one!
 

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