LakotaBlues
Member
Hey, I am new to the forum but I did try to forage through the older posts and search outside the TDIClub so forgive me if I'm asking a freq asked question. I have a 04 Golf in CT with a BEW engine that is currently stock. Unfortunately the factory turbo is f.u.b.a.r. It's waste gate is seized open and I've decided to upgrade rather than just replace. Currently I have sitting on a shelf a Kerma VNT 17 turbo w/install kit, an AEM cold air intake, Neuspeed cat back exhaust system, and a Mishimoto front mount intercooler w/generic piping kit. Hopefully that should be enough back story. Now for my problem or questions.
Am I missing anything vital to keep my car from killing itself? A chip tune and suspension upgrade are next on my list already. I'm more looking for if I overlooked anything small that is vital.
Also how hard/difficult is a turbo swap for a beginner? I am interested in learning to this myself but I have zero experience working on a car outside of regular maintenance. Anyone know where I can find some reading material for this online?
Am I missing anything vital to keep my car from killing itself? A chip tune and suspension upgrade are next on my list already. I'm more looking for if I overlooked anything small that is vital.
Also how hard/difficult is a turbo swap for a beginner? I am interested in learning to this myself but I have zero experience working on a car outside of regular maintenance. Anyone know where I can find some reading material for this online?