FORGE vs SAMCO TIP's

[Smead]

Im thinking of getting a better TIP for my 9N3 Polo GTI, and have been doing a little research.

I can get a SAMCO TIP in a custom colour (Camo) slighty cheaper than a FORGE TIP, but I'm not sure

which one is better?

[vwthunder]

Is the Samco to suit a polo ?


Dont think it really matters what brand it is, my TIP is 1/3 Frankenturbo and 2/3 Forge

[DeanB]

Whatever you get just make sure it is for the Polo 1.8T and not Audi/Beetle/Golf 1.8T - they won't fit !!

[Smead]

Both SAMCO & Forge have a listing for the Polo's 1.8T, BJX

[vwthunder]

Samco have always been known for their quality

[Smead]

Yeah leaning towards SAMCO, as it is hand finished (Camo) and is still cheaper than forge...

[s4mmie]

Just had a quick look so correct me if I'm wrong but the Samco looks a lot shorter than the Forge? :/

[noone]

That Samco one is not the full version, it uses the stock metal section that bolts to the turbo inlet. I think they did a full one as well, but have not seen in it listed personally.

[ml16]

How hard are these to install? I've done similar stuff on Subaru's and they are a PITA because they need to go under intake manifold etc.

Any links to where to purchase these from?

[noone]

Heaps of UK online shops (venom motorsport, awesome GTI, etc).

It is difficult due to the limited access and tight fit. Some have done it in as little as a 1/2 hr, some (like me) spent a good few hours hating it before it went on.

Before you get this, you'd want to invest in things that make a bigger difference IMO (diverter valve, dump pipe, colder plugs, PD160 or other intake solution, tune).

[Stuwey]

Net result? Did your end up using the Samco, or the Forge?