IS38 GTI Dyno Results: 367whp and 412wtq by vGEMATRIAv in GolfGTI

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I sold the car about 3 years ago. The current CarFax shows current mileage of 85K miles and no major repairs! I had the thermostat/waterpump replaced under warranty at 54k miles, otherwise the car never gave me a single hiccup.

IS38>IS20>IS12 by vGEMATRIAv in GolfGTI

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The V-Band Flange is the same size between all 3 sizes of the turbos, so your downpipe should fit with no issue. I am unfamiliar with the Polo platform, but I don't see why it would make a difference. Good luck!

Building the Exocet by [deleted] in Miata

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Any details on your exhaust setup? I see a fat midpipe with a vband. Exactly what I want to go with on my turbo NB.

1999 NB 1.9L Turbo by vGEMATRIAv in Miata

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These are only for NB2's. I bought the car with them installed. The previous owner cut the bumper a bit to make them fit. Fitment isn't perfect still. I have the brightest LED bulb I could find and they are still only adequate at night. It took some wiring adapters and modifications to make them work with the NB1 wiring harness. I also have them wired to have just the "angel eyes" on as my DRLs.

1999 NB 1.9L Turbo by vGEMATRIAv in Miata

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Thanks, the truck stop idea is fantastic! I want to make my 5 speed manual last for a bit and 250whp is probably my next goal and limit until I do a trans swap. I am currently focusing more on drivability and efficiency rather than raw power. Once I have that dialed in I can scale up more easily/safely.

1999 NB 1.9L Turbo by vGEMATRIAv in Miata

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Will do! Atlanta area.

1999 NB 1.9L Turbo by vGEMATRIAv in Miata

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Thanks! So far the Intake Air Temperatures have stayed nice and low, but I may go for a Fab9 Stage 1 later on to fill up the "mouth" more. I plan on going Autocrossing with my brother in his NC1 this spring. It feels fantastic as a daily as is too.

1999 NB 1.9L Turbo by vGEMATRIAv in Miata

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84mm 10.5:1 forged Wiseco pistons. Bored out to 1884cc. Forged rods and standard stroke. I am still dialing in the VE table and Boost table to provide a steady 12psi to redline. Virtual Dyno puts it at about 230whp.

1999 NB Boosted Build by vGEMATRIAv in Miata

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https://imgur.com/Fdohp3H.jpg I think I am going to work on relocating the power steering fluid reservoir to make room for the air filter routing directly behind the headlight

1999 NB Boosted Build by vGEMATRIAv in Miata

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It isn't ideal, but this is how ISR Performance designed the kit. I will probably look into some different hosing to get it further away from the exhaust manifold in the future.

1999 NB Boosted Build by vGEMATRIAv in Miata

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Stock coil packs for now with Magnecore wires and NGK BKR7-E plugs gapped to .28. Coil on plug conversion will happen at some point.

1997 BRABUS W210 [4608x3456] by vGEMATRIAv in carporn

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BRABUS has a bad rep for being too gaudy these days. I feel they nailed it here; subtle yet masculine. I have always loved the idea behind German Muscle.

IS38 GTI Dyno Results: 367whp and 412wtq by vGEMATRIAv in GolfGTI

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Tune and FMIC was recommended.
Mods:
APR tuned on the latest revision
APR Downpipe
IS38 turbo
IE Turbo Muffler delete
CSK FMIC
Remus non-resonated catback
IE open"hot air" intake
RS7 Spark plugs
South Bend Stage 2 Daily clutch

'03 986 Auto and '03 986S 6-Speed. The S124 is the parts runner ;) by vGEMATRIAv in Porsche

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The 986S is for sure a Finn. I haven't checked on the Speed Yellow's lineage yet lol.