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GVX19 Reader
11/14/11 10:51 a.m.

What do you have to change or can you use a 05 in an 01.

I now know why this is my first and last Audi.

Thanks!!

tpwalsh New Reader
11/14/11 10:59 a.m.

someone ended up with a sludgy motor.......

There are different versions of the 1.8T. Some are 150hp motors, some 180hp versions, some 225hp motors. All are slightly different, and some have bigger ports than others. Check around the vwvortex forums, there's a couple faq's on the differences.

tpwalsh New Reader
11/14/11 11:11 a.m.

Here's the faq I was thinking about: http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?2666114#29936681

16vCorey SuperDork
11/14/11 12:02 p.m.

Is the head from the original engine good? I think the '02-up A4 had VVT, so I think the head will be different. If your head is good you can put it on the '05 bottom end and be good to go.

GVX19 Reader
11/14/11 1:21 p.m.

Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You guys are the best! 16vCorey I looks like you dont have to swap the VVT head to use on an older car!! You guys Rock