I think I've seen APR comment that it's 20 - 30 hp. That's a lot. If it is indeed that big of a drop, and you're committed to using the stock dp, probably best to stick with a Stage I flash.
I think I've seen APR comment that it's 20 - 30 hp. That's a lot. If it is indeed that big of a drop, and you're committed to using the stock dp, probably best to stick with a Stage I flash.
+1. I wouldnt even do stage 2 let alone K04 without a downpipe.
They have a seperate program for oem, with K04
there are a couple downpipes which are quiet as stock. well one, mine. biggest resonator in the business of GTI downpipes, a 5.5" oval. dont know if it will work with a K04 setup tho..
ah, so its actually possible to run a K04 on stock exhaust? i still wouldnt go to the trouble of that money and work to lose 30hp on it..
I want to stick with the OEM because I do not want issues with cops or inspections in the future and I do not want to drive around in my neighborhood waking everybody up I like the quite ride...
I have an AWE catted dp, and it's as quiet as stock. I used it with my APR K04, dyno'd it, and made APR-advertised power.