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Originally Posted by tedg04
Are VW 2.0T's becoming any more accessible price-wise? Or given the aforementioned problems with DI would one be better served to build a 1.8T?
Here's a curveball - what about a 2.0 TDi?
Non-German, but how about a 4G63? Power for pennies there.
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The 2.0T 16v is FSI and has the carbon intake port demon. The 1.8T 20v doesn't have the carbon demon and is plentiful/cheap.
The 4G63 is also powerful but problematic. They have balance shafts and oil pump/system failures that can be quite costly... so as with all engines you have to stay on top of basic maintenance but just a bit more so. Had one in a Gallant VR4 for a few years and modified it ... responded well and made good power. If you're familiar with the 4G63 then it's probably a fine option with sky is the limit power like the Audi 1.8t 20v it earlier VW 16v with a turbo. All have been over 1000whp.
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