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Started by melbv · 17 July 2016 · 124 replies

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melbvArchived member
Quote: Originally Posted by Flexy [View Post] From what ive seen it looks like you've actually learnt alot from this thread.. Yep ---------- Post added 02-09-16 at 13:27 ---------- When a few things get repaired I'll post photos you'll understand why I don't want to rip it apart.
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Wkd_VlArchived member
if your going down the e85 path . run a apexi head gasket. witch is 1.5mm. im running one on my 300.000km na bottom end and its seen 30 psi and not a issue. best power is 398rwkw on 25 psi. dont let anyone tell you you cant make good power on a a6 bottom end. also with turbo i highly recommend the borg warner turbo's im running there 66mm version through a auto and its unreal and priced very well. best of luck
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melbvArchived member
Quote: Originally Posted by Wkd_Vl [View Post] if your going down the e85 path . run a apexi head gasket. witch is 1.5mm. im running one on my 300.000km na bottom end and its seen 30 psi and not a issue. best power is 398rwkw on 25 psi. dont let anyone tell you you cant make good power on a a6 bottom end. also with turbo i highly recommend the borg warner turbo's im running there 66mm version through a auto and its unreal and priced very well. best of luck You're a champion mate thanks for the advice. What auto you running ?
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TUF:03TArchived member
I went down the r33/34 gearbox path, with 400/450rwhp was always killing clutches or third gear, gone to built jatco heaps more reliable and uses power better =no lag.. Just my 2 cents
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Wkd_VlArchived member
Quote: Originally Posted by melbv [View Post] You're a champion mate thanks for the advice. What auto you running ? running a transbreaked trimatic with 4000k conveter. best auto ive used. cops a hiding and loves it
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