i saw your post about your used k04 w/ a waste gate that's been welded open for some reason. so i created an account on here to ask about it (i typically am on vwvortex).
where are you located? do you have a photo of the waste gate so i can see what was done? how much are you asking for it?
i'm asking b/c i'm building a 1990 golf to compete in this year's grassroots motorsports challenge. as there hasn't been a competitive vw or audi run in it for a few years. and instead of the typical 2L 16v setup that would take a day to throw together, we're doing a 1.8t + software + homebrew FMIC (unless i can find a sponsor to cover the intercooler).
anyway, my budget is next to nil, but if it might be usable with some modification, i'd love to know
feel free to shoot me an email directly.
nater@naterkane.com.
best,
naterkane