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    What S3 8l is better

    That’s a mighty fine grey looking s3
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    S3 8l issues.

    Yup that’s what I’m doing. Bill is going to sort me out with a basic map after the build and then I’ll book a proper map day. Also like you said, no more MAF.
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    S3 8l issues.

    So I think I will be looking at the garret g25 660 turbo with matched manifold and external wastegate down pipe from badger5. Looks to be the best option for me at this stage. If anyone has any info on other mods required it would help. I know I’ll need secondary inline fuel pump, 1000cc...
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    S3 8l issues.

    Oh and once built I hope to get custom map at R-Tech
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    S3 8l issues.

    Thanks for the advice! Seems to make sense with testing the compression with oil on the piston. I don’t know what the compression is as I didn’t see. My friend at the garage tested. I’ll skip testing as I’m hopefully taking the engine out soon. I’m hopeful it’s top end but as engine will be out...
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    S3 8l issues.

    Hi whizz371, Yes I checked compression and cylinder 1 was low. I have almost finished head build and I’m hopeful that it’s a top end issue. If it is a ring then at least the head has been up rated. I have done the following for my head build. Full port (gas flow) and polish, Head skim, Super...
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    S3 8l issues.

    Hi, so this is my first post on here. I’ve done a lot of reading and have learned a lot from peoples experiences on here regarding the 1.8t 20v So here goes… I have owned my s3 8l for around 5 years now. When I bought it it had had the following done engine wise; Full engine rebuild, Forged...