1.8t golf stage 2 question

[Shmulzie]

Hey all, I drive a 1.8t gti 03 revo stage 1 with a gfb dv, ramair intake and a 3inch custom cat back. I know I need a downpipe for stage 2 but is there anything else required for stage 2 as I'm new to the vw world. Also Is there anyone in Melbourne south east area that can help install a boost gauge ?

Thanh

[Sirocco20348]

Stage 2 what turbo?

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[Shmulzie]

Ko3 I believe

[Sirocco20348]

Hmmm where's Gavin? Haha

I'm not sure if stage 2 on the k03 is actually worth it as the performance gain from the mild tune difference won't match the price you pay for it.

I would be aiming for a bigger turbo. K03s is an easy step up. I went this route and I think it's excellent.

K04 or bigger requires additional parts.

If you want to stay with your k03, I would get the downpipe and install it, see how it feels.

[Sirocco20348]

Btw you should have a go at installing the boost gauge, its very achievable. If you need advice just ask.

[Shmulzie]

I want to stay ko3 as it is daily driven but also would like to get the most power out of it.

I did get a stage 1 tune before the intake and exhaust, do I need a retune or something ?

I've seen vid of how to install a boost gauge, looks easy apart from the wiring which I have little to no knowledge about.

[dubster99]

Dont know if Gavs going go tune any more mk4s unless they are converted go me.7 ecu set up

[Sirocco20348]

I think you will find that a stage 1 tune would be pushing the k03 to its limits.

You will notice a fair difference with the down pipe install, staying with stage 1 tune.

If you want a complete custom tune on the AGU, its going to cost you a small fortune.

What's a stage 2 tune worth? $600? I would suggest saving your money if your going to retain the k03.

[DAM GTi]

stage 2-$800
k03s BW new-1300-s.hand-200/800 depending on condition
labour on fitting-diy-0.shop-500-1000
dump-2-400
tip-100-200
dv-50-200
bosch 4 bar fpr-100
boost guage-50-200

with all the extra power comes everything else that doesnt withstand it
=moneypit

agu custom tune-me7.3+fitting+tune2-3k=tunable ecu not limited to flashs-which the stage 2 CC is very good I mite add!

im sure gavin would happily pump a 20min .flash slot down in his busy schedule to provide this service to anyone still!

[Sirocco20348]

with all the extra power comes everything else that doesnt withstand it
=moneypit

Pay attention to this comment. This is the problem I'm in right now. If things don't level off after I replace this next round off parts, I think I'll just set fire to it.

[DAM GTi]

first dibs on part out ��^^^

build a ko3s hybrid-enjoy what you got in the mean while!
get a ko3 in good condition and start gathering the parts for it
happen to have a tidy ko3 collecting dust if this interests you!

my rides easily swallowed 10k and at about 50% of what I want it at.

get yourself a china-fukyoupurists-cable aswell and learn these bastards basic codes in that period aswell and enjoy the bish!

[h100vw]

I'll tune the std turbo or ko3s. Any stage 3 set up is just too hard. I am in melbourne these days, Moorabbin. At underground performance

[dubster99]

I'll tune the std turbo or ko3s. Any stage 3 set up is just too hard. I am in melbourne these days, Moorabbin. At underground performance

Have I put you off now?

[dubster99]

stage 2-$800
k03s BW new-1300-s.hand-200/800 depending on condition
labour on fitting-diy-0.shop-500-1000
dump-2-400
tip-100-200
dv-50-200
bosch 4 bar fpr-100
boost guage-50-200

with all the extra power comes everything else that doesnt withstand it
=moneypit

agu custom tune-me7.3+fitting+tune2-3k=tunable ecu not limited to flashs-which the stage 2 CC is very good I mite add!

im sure gavin would happily pump a 20min .flash slot down in his busy schedule to provide this service to anyone still!

So your running stage 2 on k03s on me7?

[DAM GTi]

stg2 cc /k03s yes

me7/ IE ROD kit ..on the shelf..
when I bust it-must say these agu take a floggin,well impressed!

ugrading everything that faulters as the months tick by