Red Devil mkII - The Journey Continues

[louis19]

Yeah it's easy to make speculations and suggestions from the sidelines, totally different story putting it all into action out there. Like most things, easier said then done

I do want to get into some time attack days but there's still a few more things I want to do on the car before then. Until then, happy laps days are entertaining enough to keep me assumed.

[seangti]

Ok, so the turbo is knackered on the red car, seals and turbine shaft are shat and I'm unsure of getting it rebuilt and lasting. Looking at Frankenturbo F21 at the moment, just started bouncing some emails. Also looked at Beach Buggy turbo's in the UK, though the lead time suggested on their site is longer than I want to be without, and I don't have any access to local knowledge/reviews of their gear. I'm open to any other recommendations. I'm not overly chasing a power figure, it just must be able to withstand track work.

I'm also tempted to go back to standard turbo, if anyone hears of one in good condition please let me know.

[vwthunder]

I think for the price the Frankenturbo is your best bet, apart from beach buggy or there is also Gonzo and FTG (for the gusto)

I have only heard of 1 Frankenturbo failing and it was more so user error, Gonzo i heard a few people are using but not much customer support/communication, basically a copy of Frankenturbo and FTG, well i have no idea but seems too cheap (maybe worth a try)

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[Stuwey]

I'd be leaning toward a Garrett or maybe a OEM type K04 as a direct bolt-up.

[vwthunder]

I'd be leaning toward a Garrett or maybe a OEM type K04 as a direct bolt-up.

Garrett would be too expensive to fit up, new downpipe, manifold, TIP, rods, tune, your basically starting again.
OEM K04 would cost around the same or more than a Frankenturbo

[vwthunder]

Show your face Gavin

Has he given you any ideas Sean ?

[seangti]

Show your face Gavin

Has he given you any ideas Sean ?

Haha, yeah I called Gavin immediately after hearing of the condition of my turbo. Needed counselling.

Just got a quote from Frankenturbo, looking at over US$1500... This sh** is breaking my spirit.

So who wants a red polo for parts??

[h100vw]

I gave him the 3 options. BBT looks ok, but can't look past FTG assuming it doesn't fly apart first time you start it. FT pricey

Gavin

[vwthunder]

Haha, yeah I called Gavin immediately after hearing of the condition of my turbo. Needed counselling.

Just got a quote from Frankenturbo, looking at over US$1500... This sh** is breaking my spirit.

So who wants a red polo for parts??

I added the Frankenturbo in my cart and it came to $1099, I would see if you can just get the turbo without the TIP and the manifold. I am still using the stock OEM manifold, i sold the Frankenturbo one as the casting did not look very smooth

I would love some parts from your car but i think i have everything already lol

[Eddy]

Hoyhoy.

Ko4.
Physically the same as the stocker.

[seangti]

Hoyhoy.

Ko4.
Physically the same as the stocker.

Thanks Eddy. Any idea where to source one? Curious on pricing too.

I've learnt more today, read forums, spoke to another turbo builder and been back in contact with the original builder of the turbo. Due to prices, I may end up rebuilding. Any other turbo option exceeds the rebuild cost by a not insignificant amount, plus the risk of buying overseas and something going wrong, incurring the shipping costs or simply not having that avenue, IMO exceeds the 'risk' of rebuilding and having the builder a phone call away. Gotta be logical about it and take a balanced approach. Anyway, still looking at my options before jumping the gun.

As always, all input is appreciated.

[Eddy]

Hoyhoy.

Thanks Eddy. Any idea where to source one? Curious on pricing too.

I'm also tempted to go back to standard turbo, if anyone hears of one in good condition please let me know.

Why go back to standard.
I'm not too update on things Sean, just had a quick look on google.
I had mine coming loose for a while, then reinforced the brackets & welded the studs together along with the APR tune.
That was years ago & haven't touched that part since, even with tracking hard.

K04 001 VW Turbo 1 8T EO5 50mm Compressor Jetta Golf GTI K04 001 KO4 | eBay

[seangti]

Hoyhoy.



Why go back to standard.
I'm not too update on things Sean, just had a quick look on google.
I had mine coming loose for a while, then reinforced the brackets & welded the studs together along with the APR tune.
That was years ago & haven't touched that part since, even with tracking hard.

K04 001 VW Turbo 1 8T EO5 50mm Compressor Jetta Golf GTI K04 001 KO4 | eBay

Oh, that's an FTG Motorsports turbo. Yeah they are much cheaper hey, half the price of the rebuild, quarter of a new. I've only seen a few reviews on Audi's, though the turbos are only 6-9months old.

The reason for my comment about going back to standard is that they are reliable and I was thinking cheaper, but I could only see one for $750 odd. But didn't search much as yet. Than factor in retune and change over injectors, better to stick with rebuild and perhaps take some power out of it in the interests of heat management, longevity and reliability.

It doesn't appear that all k04-001's are the right fitment for the polo, is that correct? In some of the pics I've seen, the orientation didn't look right?

[Water Boy]

What is your current turbo that needs rebuilding?

[h100vw]

What is your current turbo that needs rebuilding?

Same as mine Woody. The Billet one