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Forum: POWERTRAIN MODS - ENGINE / TRANS / TURBO / EXHAUST

Discuss Volkswagen Jetta Powertrain mods here. Please identify the year or mk when you post a new topic.

  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Oil Sludge On Oil Cap Explained!

    THE PROBLEM: You drive your 2.0 in the winter time and just out of a sudden you pull the oil cap and you notice this: The notorious yellow goo...

    Started by Gargamelmk2, 03-15-2009 11:27 PM
    • Replies: 4
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  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: Diverter valve vs Blow-off valve on a 1.8T

    ok, so this is for the many questions regarding the use of a dv vs bov on your turbo vw motors. First off, what does the DV do? When you hit...

    Started by TurboJettaBoy02, 06-08-2010 11:22 AM
    • Replies: 5
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    08-29-2010 06:59 PM Go to last post
  3. Sticky Thread Sticky: Coolant types

    Question: what coolant do I have? (or "what coolant should I use?") Answer:G11 is blue (or bluish green). It's what came with most cars pre-1995,...

    Started by Gargamelmk2, 02-20-2009 05:37 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    07-09-2010 07:58 PM Go to last post
  4. Exclamation Sticky Thread Sticky: Official Motor Oil Thread Synthetic vs Normal

    Just what is synthetic oil? Synthetic lubricants are made by chemically combining, lower-molecular-weight materials to produce a finished product...

    Started by TurboJettaBoy02, 02-21-2010 04:09 PM
    • Replies: 15
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    05-20-2010 11:01 AM Go to last post
  1. Engine Mounts

    I think I found the mounts I want to get. I like over-engineered stuff ;D so I don't mind paying for them. I'm just curious if anyone has seen these...

    Started by TooTallVR6, 06-26-2010 08:31 AM
    engine motor mount
    • Replies: 3
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    09-05-2010 05:37 PM Go to last post
  2. Exclamation 2.0L with a 1.8L head ?? questions anyone

    so i have mk4 2slow ... its time for the 100k so i figure while im doing that ill spice it up with a 20v 1.8t head and new cam or something of that...

    Started by 03jettakevin, 04-18-2010 03:33 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    09-05-2010 05:28 PM Go to last post
  3. TSI 2.0t UPGRADES

    got the mkv tsi motor in my jetta got the ecu remap and carbino intake gonna stick on the apr full exhaust as soon as i get cash anyways lookin...

    Started by 09jettaWOLF, 02-18-2009 06:06 PM
    • Replies: 10
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    09-05-2010 04:48 PM Go to last post
  4. VR6 hesitation - backfire - valve noice

    Hi, guys & gals, i'm new to site. just purchased vr6 w/ 142,000 on the clock & i was wondering if anyone has had hesitation - backfire - valve noice...

    Started by JaySeidel, 03-04-2010 08:25 PM
    • Replies: 11
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    09-05-2010 12:31 PM Go to last post
  5. TT chips

    when ordering a chip all you have to do is in the notes tell them what you want (ie. no rev limit, no speed limit, power increase?) and the specific...

    Started by GreekDrifter91, 09-03-2010 11:48 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    09-03-2010 01:41 PM Go to last post
  6. 98 vr6 intake

    been looking at intakes for 98 vr6..any clues? was just thinking about getting the K&N replacement..but idk..just want the engine to...

    Started by sky88s, 09-01-2010 11:17 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    09-01-2010 11:59 AM Go to last post
  7. K03 or K04, what would be my best choice?

    Just as the title says. The turbo in my car is leaking oil (what the mechanic that changed my water pump says) and is needing replaced. I was...

    Started by PenPen, 08-31-2010 10:00 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    08-31-2010 10:00 PM Go to last post
  8. Turbo'ed 2.slow

    1999.5 2.0.... can i safely turbo it?

    Started by SKAREKROW, 02-11-2010 04:37 PM
    • Replies: 48
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    08-31-2010 09:27 PM Go to last post
  9. Who has a Max PSI or 42DD exhaust??

    Wondering if you have either of these. If they're catted... When you got them... How they look now (rust wise) and if the cat has held up. Post your...

    Started by Boost Addicted, 08-30-2010 07:55 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    08-31-2010 01:07 PM Go to last post
  10. Symptoms of worn dog bone and sub-frame bushings?

    New 03 GLI owner here and was wondering what the symptoms of worn dogbone and sub-frame bushings are? My car has 62K and I am looking at how far to...

    Started by BamaGLI, 07-09-2010 09:11 AM
    • Replies: 8
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    08-29-2010 09:37 PM Go to last post
  11. 2.0 headache

    Just bought a 02 jetta 2.0, replaced timing belt and cam sensor, car started and runs, then looses oil pressure 3 minutes into running. drop pan and...

    Started by mac371, 03-12-2010 11:57 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    08-29-2010 07:27 PM Go to last post
  12. Cool the little turbo that could.

    Love my 2.0t its great. i want to make it better. help. ive done my research and realized that i'll need about 4 more jobs to afford what i...

    Started by Justbreathe, 08-11-2010 01:55 PM
    • Replies: 8
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    08-29-2010 07:24 PM Go to last post
  13. How much can i bore?

    im thinking about getting a ABA block from a junk yard and rebuild it. and tune the hell out of it. an i really want to bore out the cylinders to...

    Started by GreekDrifter91, 06-21-2010 09:17 PM
    • Replies: 6
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    08-29-2010 07:23 PM Go to last post
  14. 2001 Jetta 2.0 Engine replacementHey folks.

    hey folks a couple of questions. I own a 2009 Jetta TDI and love the car. My daughter wrecked her Chevy Tracker last month when she got broadsided by...

    Started by jjj0923, 06-28-2010 06:44 AM
    • Replies: 5
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    08-29-2010 07:20 PM Go to last post
  15. 2.slow head work

    so i know the 2.slows aren't the best motors to beef up. but has anyone had mods done to the heads? i was thinking about getting a mild port/polish...

    Started by JettaGT, 03-13-2010 07:12 PM
    • Replies: 9
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    08-29-2010 07:12 PM Go to last post
  16. Can i get some ball park figures?

    i realize with out a dyno i cant get real numbers so i was wondering what kind of HP and trq numbers i am/can get. so the car is an 96 gl and the...

    Started by GreekDrifter91, 02-04-2010 02:56 PM
    • Replies: 15
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    08-29-2010 07:08 PM Go to last post
  17. Cat vs Test pipe

    i have been googleing, and i have been reading that doing a cat delete and will take away power, and i have read the opposite were it frees up power....

    Started by GreekDrifter91, 08-10-2010 02:39 PM
    • Replies: 9
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    08-29-2010 06:54 PM Go to last post
  18. 2001 Volks Jetta GLS 2.0L Owners Manual

    I'm going to be replacing my timing belt (and water pump) this weekend and was wondering if anyone has a pdf version of the manual, I can't find mine...

    Started by bambam14, 08-19-2010 03:33 PM
    manual
    • Replies: 3
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    08-23-2010 04:21 PM Go to last post
  19. need some help

    i am new to the vw part.but not new to the engine department. i got a 2000 vw jetta tdi 1.9l.its was in the shop getting checked out.when i...

    Started by sheldon188, 08-20-2010 10:08 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    08-23-2010 09:52 AM Go to last post
  20. Question Getting exhaust but need help!

    Alright, I am getting the APR turbo back exhaust for my 2001 1.8. But, I am sure, that I will need something else to get it installed correctly...

    Started by PenPen, 08-17-2010 12:43 PM
    • Replies: 11
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    08-19-2010 04:52 PM Go to last post
  21. Why SRI's and SCM's don't give your 1.8T more power

    As some of you know, I recently installed a turbo inlet pipe (TIP) onto my 1.8T this past weekend. Normally I'd have a DIY, but this thing took me 25...

    Started by Boost Addicted, 09-04-2009 01:07 PM
    • Replies: 18
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    08-18-2010 05:10 AM Go to last post
  22. transmission

    What do I need to do to convert a 5 speed VR6 transmission into a 6speed transmission???

    Started by LMI189, 06-04-2010 03:11 PM
    • Replies: 6
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    08-08-2010 07:49 PM Go to last post
  23. newbie intake question

    Hey I'm new to intakes, what kinds of intakes are there? Forced induction , CAI .... what do they mean?

    Started by cooleric2000, 07-30-2010 03:49 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    07-30-2010 10:25 PM Go to last post
  24. Budget Magnaflow

    Ok, so last week the f*ckn tail pipe falls off the jetta. This was not what I wanted to deal with because I'm wanting to drop the car before the warm...

    Started by PA-VDUB, 03-26-2010 07:10 AM
    • Replies: 9
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    07-30-2010 07:19 PM Go to last post
  25. Air Intake Questions?

    I am thinking about adding Air Intake for my car, should I get Short or Long Air Intake?

    Started by cooleric2000, 07-30-2010 03:39 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    07-30-2010 03:55 PM Go to last post
  26. do i need a muffler?

    i removed my muffler and resonator on my '01 vr6 then added a spectre intake. i talked to someone and they said i should put a muffler on it because...

    Started by lazyswimmer, 07-23-2010 11:02 PM
    muffler, resonator, vr6
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    07-25-2010 10:36 AM Go to last post
  27. 2.0t parts on my jetta

    does anyone think that the 2.0t header and intake manifolds would fit on the 16v head that im going to get from the mk2 jetta? it would be cool to do...

    Started by GreekDrifter91, 06-20-2010 03:39 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    07-18-2010 09:08 AM Go to last post
  28. Get some more power

    I want to add an intake (maybe K&N) and an exhaust (magnaflow) but i have about 98,000 miles on my 4sp auto 2001 vr6. My uncle who is a car dealer...

    Started by lazyswimmer, 07-14-2010 09:15 PM
    • Replies: 6
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    07-17-2010 12:14 AM Go to last post
  29. tsudo exhaust? good or bad?

    Hey I was wondering if anyone has the tsudo exhaust system for the 1.8t? I am thinking of buying it because of the price and it comes with downpipe....

    Started by 01jettaturbo, 07-14-2010 11:26 AM
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    07-15-2010 08:06 PM Go to last post
  30. Short Shifters

    ok right now im looking around for a short shift kit...wanted to know what you guys recommend. Ive been trying to look for reviews, and havent had...

    Started by BigJ389, 07-09-2010 04:21 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    07-10-2010 01:36 AM Go to last post
  31. HELP!!

    I am about to get a 95 jetta from a family member. It needs everything done to it and i know absolutely nothing about cars, I have $9k to spend on...

    Started by JBjetta, 06-29-2010 07:05 PM
    • Replies: 13
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    07-01-2010 03:58 AM Go to last post
  32. injector size for turbo application.

    42lb injectors(it says 440cc) should be good for a small turbo application right?

    Started by GreekDrifter91, 06-29-2010 06:40 PM
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  33. 07 Wolfsburg Accessories

    Been looking around for accessories for this guy, haven't found anything. First thing I'd like to do would be to put a cold air intake in it. I can...

    Started by squ1rr31_, 06-27-2010 08:45 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    06-27-2010 09:57 AM Go to last post
  34. Compression ratio question.

    is it all right to run a NA engine with a CR of 8.5:1? will it fell diffrent from the usual 10:1? in the event that i find a 16v head i want to...

    Started by GreekDrifter91, 06-25-2010 11:46 PM
    • Replies: 0
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    06-25-2010 11:46 PM Go to last post
  35. Exhaust help needed!

    so i am looking into putting a 2.5" magnaflow exhaust on my 04 GLI. This is a catback exhaust system and i am going to put a larger downpipe on...

    Started by glijackson13, 05-05-2010 10:03 AM
    • Replies: 11
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    06-21-2010 08:23 PM Go to last post
  36. Problems in Reverse when first driving car

    I couldn't find a specific forum so I'm posting here, I hope it's OK. Our 2003 Wolfsburg Jetta (automatic) lately when first backing out from a...

    Started by glo, 06-21-2010 05:52 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    06-21-2010 07:27 AM Go to last post
  37. Should I keep or get rid of it?

    Hey guys and girls of course. Ok dont know if this is the right place to post this but just thought it was most appropriate here. Ok here's my...

    Started by topgun1700, 04-14-2010 06:51 PM
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    06-18-2010 10:08 AM Go to last post
  38. is it true..

    that the 1.8l 16v head is ported larger than the 2.0l 16v head? i remember reading it some were but dont know were. im thinking about buying this...

    Started by GreekDrifter91, 05-28-2010 08:20 AM
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    06-15-2010 03:20 PM Go to last post
  39. can i buy this?

    http://www2.neuspeed.com/p-chip/ the flash programmer or is only for automotive stores to use?

    Started by GreekDrifter91, 06-15-2010 11:58 AM
    • Replies: 2
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    06-15-2010 12:10 PM Go to last post
  40. Max power gain

    Hey guys, i wanna add sum engine mods to my jetta. all i got is cai and exhaust to give me NE power gain. i wanna no wut i should do to get the most...

    Started by JettaFreak, 04-28-2010 11:05 AM
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    06-14-2010 11:10 PM Go to last post

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