Background: The ARM Motorsports Turbo Inlet Pipe/Elbow (TIP) for the Mk7 is the subject of a flow test. The turbocharger inlet elbow is an important component of the intake system as it significantly contributes to the pre-compressor pressure loss. The ARM Motorsports TIP is sized for best use with stock-size turbochargers, IHI IS20 and IS38, […]
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Background: After seeing a video discussing performance benefits of removing the snow guard / air baffle, I decided to test this idea to see if my GTI would show a difference. Test Discussion: The test is straightforward: go full throttle in third gear, starting around 2000 to 3000 RPM, and time how long it takes
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Background: While operating with the Mabotech M520 turbocharger, it became evident that the various intakes I was using (APR PEX, Racingline R600, Blaze ATOM, and Stock GTI) were not holding back the turbocharger’s performance. I mentioned to Mabotech that I thought I would need a larger turbocharger to see any benefit from the intake design
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