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Well its been awhile since I have updated this thread with build related stuff, so I figure now is the time.
Engine - The engine is running great. No issues at all with the operation of it. Starts everytime. Almost time for an oil change. The only issue I have is a small leak of coolant on the back of the block on the line to the turbo. I need a small, hex bodied XZN bit to tighten it. Its real tight back there with the k04, and my XZN's wont fit. Not really looking to remove the turbo either.
Software - It's been running great, albeit I'm still waiting for my fully loaded ecu. The local APR dealer isn't keen on touching my car anymore, since the issue the last time they touched it. And I can't say I'm eager to use them anyways. I think I am going to wait for APR to release their new software, and get it all done at the same time. About 3000km on it now.
Clutch - It's broken in nicely. Still quite a bit heavier than my stock clutch, or my 04 TDI's sachs quiet clutch kit. But not overly hard. The only thing that annoys me to no end is when my shoes are wet, or snowy, they slip all over the cutch pedel since it is quite a bit heavier. Small complaint, but it annoys me. I must say I do regret not installing an LSD. I kick myself in the ass everyday about it. I loose traction all the time, even with my snow tires on. About 3000km on it now.
Suspension - I swapped the stock springs back in last winter, before all the major downtime. The H&R SS are just too low for the area that I drive in. I need to upgrade some of the suspension components to better handle the power from the k04. That will be the project for this year.
Synapse DV - It functions just as it should. I have noticed a small increase in throttle response when in low vacuum, but not enough to warrant the work to incorporate the valve into the system.
Since I still have the stock intake, I had to replace the silicone connector between the turbo inlet and the pipe with one that had a 1" Tee. Then, added the silicone tubing, put the stock TB pipe with the noise pipe adapter, a few hose clamps and some connectors and voila.... It worked. I also added a 034 DV Blockoff Sleeve (courtesy of Issam), so I wouldn't throw any codes. I may need to adjust the preload, but it is working fine now. Not a huge difference, but noticable.
I have been slowly parting out the other engine. Sold the block, pistons and rods for it. I am debating on ripping the injectors out of the other head, sending them to get cleaned and checked, and building the CCTA head. Valves, springs, retainers. Swapping it over to this block when the time is right.
The near future I see an intercooler upgrade, and an intake. And I need to do a bit of exhaust work.
Intercooler - Can't argue with APR. Won't pay that price...... So.......??
Intake - The only one that I see is the BSH TSI Race that satisfies my requirements. I want one that has a port for the DV. CTS used to have one, but I can't find it on their site anymore. I am very fond of the Modshack design, but I still like the 1 piece design. So.......???
So there you have it. When the snow clears, I'll get some more pics of it up and the eventual transformation. I guess I went about it differently than others. I did all the hard stuff first, clutch, turbo, engine removal..... Now everything left is a lot easier.
Engine - The engine is running great. No issues at all with the operation of it. Starts everytime. Almost time for an oil change. The only issue I have is a small leak of coolant on the back of the block on the line to the turbo. I need a small, hex bodied XZN bit to tighten it. Its real tight back there with the k04, and my XZN's wont fit. Not really looking to remove the turbo either.
Software - It's been running great, albeit I'm still waiting for my fully loaded ecu. The local APR dealer isn't keen on touching my car anymore, since the issue the last time they touched it. And I can't say I'm eager to use them anyways. I think I am going to wait for APR to release their new software, and get it all done at the same time. About 3000km on it now.
Clutch - It's broken in nicely. Still quite a bit heavier than my stock clutch, or my 04 TDI's sachs quiet clutch kit. But not overly hard. The only thing that annoys me to no end is when my shoes are wet, or snowy, they slip all over the cutch pedel since it is quite a bit heavier. Small complaint, but it annoys me. I must say I do regret not installing an LSD. I kick myself in the ass everyday about it. I loose traction all the time, even with my snow tires on. About 3000km on it now.
Suspension - I swapped the stock springs back in last winter, before all the major downtime. The H&R SS are just too low for the area that I drive in. I need to upgrade some of the suspension components to better handle the power from the k04. That will be the project for this year.
Synapse DV - It functions just as it should. I have noticed a small increase in throttle response when in low vacuum, but not enough to warrant the work to incorporate the valve into the system.
Since I still have the stock intake, I had to replace the silicone connector between the turbo inlet and the pipe with one that had a 1" Tee. Then, added the silicone tubing, put the stock TB pipe with the noise pipe adapter, a few hose clamps and some connectors and voila.... It worked. I also added a 034 DV Blockoff Sleeve (courtesy of Issam), so I wouldn't throw any codes. I may need to adjust the preload, but it is working fine now. Not a huge difference, but noticable.
I have been slowly parting out the other engine. Sold the block, pistons and rods for it. I am debating on ripping the injectors out of the other head, sending them to get cleaned and checked, and building the CCTA head. Valves, springs, retainers. Swapping it over to this block when the time is right.
The near future I see an intercooler upgrade, and an intake. And I need to do a bit of exhaust work.
Intercooler - Can't argue with APR. Won't pay that price...... So.......??
Intake - The only one that I see is the BSH TSI Race that satisfies my requirements. I want one that has a port for the DV. CTS used to have one, but I can't find it on their site anymore. I am very fond of the Modshack design, but I still like the 1 piece design. So.......???
So there you have it. When the snow clears, I'll get some more pics of it up and the eventual transformation. I guess I went about it differently than others. I did all the hard stuff first, clutch, turbo, engine removal..... Now everything left is a lot easier.
