MEGA- Mk6 Candy White GTi, Stage 3 K04, Brembos, BBS, Coilovers

[Gaz]

So, due to the fact the TSI has a very common problem with the timing chain tensioner ratchet failing and near on destroying the engine when it does- i thought it was a must to take preventative action to stop this from being a possibility!

New revised tensioner purchased from VW, which now cant fail like the old ratchet style ones could and did!

Went about fitting it tonight.

Old vs New Style;


New tensioner fitted;


Now stuck until i get new lower chain cover ordered from VW as it needed some prying off so not happy putting that back on.





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[Gaz]

New (expensive!) chain cover came

So it all got built back up with the good piece of mind i dont need to worry about tensioner failure!

Went about fitting my stage 2 Airtec intercooler as first step in the next tuning phase!


Standard intercooler next to it


Some go-faster hoses


All you can see of it once fitted!!


Done!


Oh and a low mileage K04 rocked up! Lol


Will need to get the compressor housing modified to fit TSI engine next week.

Ive ordered a Forge boost pipe kit to get rid of the pancake pipes, and a Unitronic diverter valve relocation kit from the US.

I'll need to get them fitted, then an uprated clutch. Then itll be time to fit K04 and sort out mapping!

[mdmay]

Hi mate im not able to get any usable photos to help unfortunately. but do remember to block of the PCV port on the K04 as the TSi does not use it

[Scottymon]

Great work there mate, nice to see you've got straight to the chain issue - I kinda of thought VW should've done a recall on the TSI seeing as they do such a good job at lunching the engine.

Can't wait to see what figures you make, I've got a feeling you're going to have more PWR/TRQ, pund for pund than a TFSI with K04... time will tell 

[Gaz]

No worries Michael, was just hoping to get an idea what you've done.

Yeh ill make up a simple blank plate for the pcv port.

Yeh Scotty, i cant believe that VW havent made a recall, its surely cost more with the amount of engines theyve had to replace under warranty than it would have to replace the tensioners!

Im hoping for good power as the TSI generally makes better power due to being a better flowing engine, plus ive went with a good intercooler and getting rid of the pancake pipes, and a custom map!

Kind of thought of water methanol too.. Hmmm


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[mdmay]

Hopefully found a photo of the K04 bolted to the TSI block with the outlet modified. You will love it when you drive it with the k04 i need to change the PCV on mine as its now shagged

[rdfcpete]

Front end is looking lovely Gaz 

I hope the IC and hoses give you noticeable gains 

[Gaz]

Thanks chaps, i do like the look of the Mk6 a lot!

Been buying bits and cutting sh1t for the K04 conversion.

Bought Forge boost pipe kit to get rid of the restrictive pancake pipes and so i can fit a standard fitment silicone hose between turbo outlet and turbo outlet pipe.

Bought some other random silicone hoses so i have a selection when it comes to fitting to the turbo, and an alloy pipe to cut up to have welded to turbo outlet as silencer needs removed for fitting to the TSI.

Silencer cut off and alloy pipe cut to be welded on



After a wee wash this morning!


Theres a set of CKs for sale that im after, but the chap wont take Paypal or keen on sending them!!! Nightmare. Over 7 hours away so a bit much of a trek to get them! :(



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[Andy]

Good work Gaz..where are the ck at as I have been looking for you

[Gaz]

For sale on another forum mate. Think I've worked something out but slightly risky. Fingers crossed!


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[chrisr763]

Hope you manage to wangle the CK's... Will look good on those!

[Gaz]

Ive bought them..



Should be here Tuesday. :D


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[Shoduchi]

You're making a fast progress!

They'll look awesome and really improve the overall looks of your GTI.

[Tfsi_Mike]

Im glad this thread is one of very few where the pic actually load up on the sh*te internet down here! Great work!

Makes me want to bring the Cupra upto date with the Facelift R tailgate and LED 'Tick' rear lights.

[mdmay]

Coming along great