Background: A few years ago, I discussed my GTI’s missing tow hook cover and my solution to design a cover that I could 3D print. Someone recently requested the file so they could print out a cover for themselves, so I decided to update it to address a point of improvement. The original I made […]
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Background: The Mabotech M720 turbocharger installed on my GTI uses a ported-shroud compressor inlet. In the picture below, this difference is the open area between the compressor housing and the compressor blades. The ported shroud serves two purposes: to mitigate compressor surge and to allow more air through the compressor when the throat leading to
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Background: During the process of swapping parts for testing, one thing I keep in mind is ways to make the process easier. A coil ground kit (CGK) replaces the double-nut design of the factory bolts that hold the coils in place, simplifying the removal and installation process. It also replaces the pesky oval bolts with
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