Can I use a VNT-17 on a stock tune?

[Timpackman]

Long story short, the turbo on my dads 04 jetta has a defective actuator.

I'm not sure if you can replace only the actuator or not, but here is my question.

since the stock turbo and the VNT17 are so close in price, I feel that it is worth it to get the 17 just in case dad decides to ever tune the car.

But

Can I install the 17 and still use the oem tuning?

Thanks
Tim

 

[cfm56]

yes you can replace the actuator, yes you can run a vnt1749vb on a stock tune (you need a tune and injectors to get the most out of that turbo otherwise its pointless)

 

[Fixmy59bug]

The actuator can be replaced separately if a replacement actuator can be sourced.

I do not think there are replacements for the BEW PD engine yet.

I could be wrong though. I know they are not available for the BRM PD engine yet.

 

[LNXGUY]

The actuator can be replaced separately if a replacement actuator can be sourced.

I do not think there are replacements for the BEW PD engine yet.

You can buy a 'smart' actuator for a BEW. I think they are around $150 or so. Although it's not required.

 

[bhutchins]

I think ryan has some at darksidedevelopments.com. or check with Aaron at Boraparts.com

 

[Timpackman]

Thank you folks for all your help.

Is there a way to test the actuator to see if it is defective?

Thanks again
Tim