Installing an HPA K04 Turbo on my VW MK6 Project GTI

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Installing an HPA K04 Turbo on my VW MK6 Project GTI
in this video I install the HPA hybrid K04 turbo on my 2011 VW mk6 GTI. The install went pretty smooth except I did not have the outlet flange on the turbo clocked in the correct position so the flange contacted the block. I had to remove the turbo and re-clock it to the correct position. Its a noticeable difference on power already just on the stage 2 tune so I'm super stoked to get to work on the Stage 3 K04 tuning. Thank you very much for watching and make sure to drop a thumbs up and all comment any questions you might have.
#germanelitetuning #k04turbo #mk6 #hpamotorsports

[@lizmo7016]

You’re a machine! Turbo removal and install in under 3 hours. 😮

[@andrewphendee]

can not wait to get a tune by you boss!

[@draxxsklounst6595]

Man that gti is coming along nicely

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Thanks man. It’s been fun so far.

[@frankprotokowicz5762]

Thanks for sharing this. I am on Eurodyne stage 2. I would love to pick your brain about tuning adjustments for my bigger turbo.

[@harp_attack]

Love the pro tips. Good stuff.

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Thanks man. I try to pass on as much knowledge as I can. It’s great to see you are so close to driving the v10 swapped B5

[@jessef1482]

ECS on box, $100 wine voucher, “Thank you HPA!” Lmao

[@GermanEliteTuning]

😂 at the time I thought it was from hpa but I know now that it’s an ecs thing.

[@jessef1482]

@@GermanEliteTuning great video though. Impressive time!

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Thank you very much 🤘🏻

[@SRT8_6.1]

Very nice, I'm the guy who commented that had that hpa k04 too and you'll love it more and more with time and the fact that you can surprise many cars is always a win in my books

[@GermanEliteTuning]

It’s been awesome so far. The car rips. Driving video is coming soon.

[@stockk5128]

Hey did you guys run this k04 with no dsg tune? I'm stage 2 no dsg tune no problems. Just ordered this how k04

[@DBABYURBOI]

Awesome video. Would love to see more of this GTI. Really wanna pull the trigger on the hybrid K04 myself

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Thank you very much. I have a few videos of it on the channel. I will be uploading one soon of how the k04 tuning process has been and my thoughts on the HPA turbo.

[@charltonmoore452]

Looks like you are in the PHX area. Nice car! I have a 2010 A3 S-line sport back and my brother has a MK7 GTI is38 with a Cobb stage 2 and all the bits to go along with it.(he hurts feelings daily) nice to see VW content! Good job!!

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Thank you very much. we have to represent for PHX lol. I will be tuning MK7 and 8V pretty soon so you will see more of that content on my channel. Maybe I will see you guys a meet sometime.

[@charltonmoore452]

I don't Facebook, but I will have my daughter keep an eye out if my brother doesn't keep me in the loop. I am doing a full detail on my car tomorrow because the previous owner clearly wasn't an enthusiast. I am planning suspension mods and a stage one over the next year.(I have already done the following: r8 coils, rs7 plugs, Graf metal water pump, O2 sensors, Carbon clean, and Pentosin DSG fluid and Oil) So it is getting there.

[@trvstix3848]

Glad to hear mine isn't the only one that sounds like a dang tractor with a wrench rolling around in it 😅 sick video

[@DynamicDemonRacing]

just got a 2.0 tsi cc & now i gotta go k04 lol nice video bro

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Thank you very much. The CC is a cool car.

[@marquisewilliams3562]

I love this!!

[@worlds_okayest_cummins]

Nice work!

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Thank you very much

[@amboss87]

uhhh shit 3 hours that's really good. nice greetings from Germany

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Thanks. I have replaced a good amount of them over the years. Thank you very much for watching 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@crazybikerdude7880]

I know exactly where those apartments are, that's awesome. How much in labor would this install go for? Been considering upgrading my turbo soon.

[@JH-sc7cs]

Now for the ultimate question. What spark plugs and gap you running? Good work to 👍

[@bleach_drink_me]

You do f23t tunes with cobb for mk6 with 93 Oct and WMI? I'm wanting more power out of my setup, my current tune I feel leave power on the table. Not going to mention any names of who it's by.

[@mazpr2025]

what type of tuming is needed? do you have to replace hpfp? upgrade injectors? Any reliability issues? maybe a aftr mod vid

[@TJ-pd5gh]

Looking into doing the same thing, already started taking everything apart after my turbo blew. Ton of oil in my charge pipe smh definitely going to have to replace the oil lines right? Worried about my intercooler too

[@psiturbo]

At 9:27, what is that brief ticking sound? Is it the HPFP cam follower?

[@Anthony-sr3if]

brad the beast

[@prescotthancock5907]

My turbo just went in my Mk6 and had to watch some videos to see how its done. Since you're a VW tech, about how much would I be looking at to have VW replace mine and would they do the K04 if I bought it myself?

[@rjmari]

What is that little part that sits right between the 2nd and 3rd ignition coils? Can't find info about it anywhere.

[@itsSHoooX]

I am about to do this mod oh my golf 6 gti 2011, watching the video seems plug and play, but a friend of mine told me that i have to modify the cold side, can someone exlpain what is the right thing?

[@VW_EOS_K04]

Did you do a DV divert because I couldnt see pipework for it?

[@chroniccrypto75]

Love my Ed35

[@michaelthomas6442]

Is a ko4 worth it with a high flow downpipe?

[@itsjustsaeko4066]

this is a dream modification for my 2013 gti. How much does the one you bought run for? I've seen so many k04 upgrade kits that I just don't know what to choose and what's best. How did you end up choosing which one was good for you?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

It was a great upgrade for sure. It’s around $1500. The hpa and CTS have both been great from what I have heard. So far the hpa k04 has been doing great. I have always liked hpa so I figured I would give them a shot.

[@vwb7diyr189]

What is the size of the v band clamp?

[@capucoplays5417]

Não seria melhor desconectar os bicos injetores pra fazer a primeira partida?

[@Sleepymk6]

Hey man are you still in Az? I’m looking to get my ko4 installed !

[@usa5046]

If you can't remove the turbo by removing those 5 13mm nuts you need to loosen the 4 12mm bolts that hold the wedge plates that will help free the turbo up and out as well.

[@GermanEliteTuning]

I have never had to remove those nuts but yes that is an option 👍🏻

[@usa5046]

@@GermanEliteTuning I have loosened them to do it lol not fun but there not super tight either

[@Gti6]

How many ps you have with this turbo my friend?

[@Messy_Jesse]

Did you replace the axle flange bolts or reuse them? Also curious about the turbo studs that mount to the block. Did you replace those too?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

I didn’t pull the axle because I pull the turbo out the top but you should replace the bolts if you remove them. No I only replace the studs if they break.

[@12THEBLOODYALBOZ38]

How much ps is this turbo?

[@davidross-oo2vh]

Is it really worth the work? What benefits does this have?

[@edwinm4381]

Hey, I’m planning to do ko4 too on my mk6, what other bolt on’s do you need other than an intercooler, downpipe, and intake. I’ve heard valve springs and retainers some were doing too because of valve float on high rpms

[@GermanEliteTuning]

That’s awesome. Just the mods you listed. You can do springs and retainers if you want to rev past 7k but the k04 will not keep up at that rpm so it’s not worth it unless you are going with a larger turbo.

[@edwinm4381]

@@GermanEliteTuning gotcha, that cleared things up for me:). Also from what I’ve read and heard stock fueling will only last up to around 320whp others say 400whp. Should I consider aux fueling?

[@eliadon871]

I have stage 2 gli im thinking of going with the apr ko4 think its worth it? And did u buy aftermarket intercooler and fuel injectors?

[@usa5046]

You don't need injectors the fueling is good enough. You do need an intercooler upgrade though.

[@sindrem9073]

Did you use any of the tunes that came with the cobb tuning thing? Or did you get a custom map to upload on it?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

No I calibrated my own tunes for it when it was stage 2 and also after I installed the hpa k04 turbo. I have them for sale currently.

[@Chefmek9032]

Awesome video I just bought my mk6 and this was really informative. Unrelated question do you happen to know the name of the color of the car? Can’t wait to check out more vids!

[@GermanEliteTuning]

That’s awesome you got a gti. Thanks for watching. It’s shadow blue. If you need a tune let me know and I’ll get you setup with one of mine.

[@Chefmek9032]

@@GermanEliteTuning yeah I’ll def keep up to date with your channel planning on going ko4 this summer so fingers crossed

[@AionRevoke]

Hey man love the video, I have to replace my turbo and am just considering going with the k04. When you removed and installed the turbo where did you pull the turbo from?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Thank you very much for watching. It’s a great upgrade. I remove them from the top.

[@jeremystockford533]

At around 10:06 it looks like your window switches are broke. Amazon carries them for around $15.

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Dude that was a great catch. Thanks for watching the video for that long 🤘🏻

[@youtubejunkie8053]

How's the turbo holding up? Curious why you didn't go with CTS Borge Warner?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

So far it’s been great. I have put a little over 5k on it so far. I have liked HPA since my MK4 R32 days and figured I would give it a shot.

[@enzocaille6973]

Hi, i have à question i hear the sound with your diverter valve are you sure it was that because i have the same problem but my DV was good ...(sorry for my english im fresh so...😂😂)

[@enzocaille6973]

French*

[@jonc7371]

hows it holding up? thinking of pulling the trigger on my 2010 a3 on this one. stage 2 currently but i have the mod itch again lol

[@GermanEliteTuning]

its been great the past 10k miles. boost hits 22psi and tapers to 18psi by redline every time.

[@samialbabli1666]

Nice car my friend I have MK6 and I want to add the HPA k04 do I can keep the Cobb to GET THE TUNING STAGE 2or 3 please let me know ASAP thank you

[@isaiahwood1801]

There are a variety of tuners who offer tuning for k04 turbo set ups through Cobb accessports, sneekytuned and stratified come to mind off the top of my head, I believe stratified has a off the shelf tune for the k04 and then they can do revisions based on datalogs you record and send them, hope this helps :)

[@eboxwilson99]

Hey man, crazy fast K04 install! Not sure what state you live in but do you have to pass inspection? I've been really considering installing the K04 but I have an A3 and at least for my car passing inspection becomes a nightmare after going K04. Would love to know what your situation is, thanks!

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Thanks man. I have done a few over the years. I’m in Az. Yes we have smog. You can install the k04 and still pass smog if you run the stock Downpipe.

[@dumbeezy5480]

@@GermanEliteTuning oh wow did not know that. thanks.

[@isaiahwood1801]

@@GermanEliteTuning Stock downpipe bolts right up correct? I guess you might approach it differently than an average joe but would you revert to a different tune for smog (say like stock? stage 1?) if the current tune defeats the rear 02 sensors? Ive seen some people voice concerns about running a non k04 tune on a k04 due to potential overboost? But in all honesty I'm not sure if those are reasonable concerns as that sort of stuff is over my head since I'm still learning. My heart just yearns for a k04 but I'm stuck in California lol. Regardless thanks for the great video! you got that turbo on real fast

[@dumbeezy5480]

@@isaiahwood1801 id say just flash back to stock with stock downpipe

[@dumbeezy5480]

@@isaiahwood1801 What part of cali you in? If you do go ko4 just switch back to your stock downpipe and stock tune. Also be very careful driving around with the ko4 and no tune for it. Just stay out of boost, get it smogged limp it back home then re install everything.

[@santosteam6308]

Hi friend , when you replace the turbo ! You drain all the coolant water or just some ? Thanks

[@GermanEliteTuning]

I only drain the coolant from the turbo but that also drains some from the block so you will usually have to add around 1gal of coolant after the replacement.

[@Mazzerants]

Get to add my Unitronic K04 kit tomorrow. Never done anything as in depth.

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Right on I didn’t know they sell a k04 kit.

[@Mazzerants]

@@GermanEliteTuning I am very happy with it. OEM Euro K04 with the outlet pipe modified and the DV relocation kit. Tune as well. Got the K03 off today and ready to throw the K04 in tomorrow.

[@dumbeezy5480]

@@Mazzerants how’d it go

[@Mazzerants]

@@dumbeezy5480 Good. Wanted more so I added water meth. Couldn't get traction on 245 P4S's so I sold it and bought a SQ5. All in the span of two weeks.

[@dumbeezy5480]

@@Mazzerants Damn seriously? Howd you fit 245s?

[@redstone-kg3ne]

Which downpipe do you use with the cobb accessport?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

I’m running an Amazon one on my gti.

[@smoke8929]

What is that ticking sound that started at 9:32. I've just started my new K04 to check if everything is OK and I have the same. It stress me. What is it ? Thanks

[@GermanEliteTuning]

It is the N80 Evap purge valve operating. It’s normal for it to click like that and it can also click faster or slower depending on the amount of Evap gasses the ecu thinks should be added to the engine

[@smoke8929]

Thank you for that lightning fast answer. I thought It was the right ignition coil and shot off the car. Does it last long? I also have an another problem. I forgot to plug the N75 at the first startup. Got a P0243 code. Shot the car and plugged it back but I still have the code. Tried to erase it with torque app put it is still there. Plug and wire looks good. Resistance between terminals is the same that the one on my old turbo. I am on stage 1 and did not have the 2+ installed yet. My master, do you have an idea? I am going back under the car to check for the 12v. Thank you again

[@ea_gti6]

Can you send a hpa turbo for my mk6 GTI?

[@gs-rc8fv]

Can you get away with just moving the DP to the side or do you have to remove it completely from the car for better access/more space to work with?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

There is room to push it to the side and still remove the turbo but it’s way easier with it removed.

[@GIANNIS86TSI]

Do you still running the stock fuelling- injectors?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Yes I am.

[@mickeyandersen5794]

Stock internals and hpfp? Nice build tho!

[@GermanEliteTuning]

yes stock block and fueling for now.

[@ahmadalbab5448]

Hi from Malaysia Sound like knocking What Ron u use

[@dumbeezy5480]

Flywheel chatter

[@845_Mk6]

Was any Dyno tuning involved or can u just install and drive / driveway Job or does it need to be tuned

[@usa5046]

Need a tune to run properly

[@845_Mk6]

@@usa5046 what sort of tuning shoud I run right now I’m on stage 2 sneektune map

[@sedydaud]

great video man. i'm planning to install ko4 into my stock mk6 gti. can or not? or any parts need to be replaced?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Thank you very much for watching it. Yes you can run the hpa k04 if you have all stock hardware and tune but you will be limited by the stock tune calibration. It will perform the best with a downpipe, exhaust, intake and upgraded intercooler. If you get a cobb accessport you will be able to run my tune for it also.

[@sedydaud]

@@GermanEliteTuning got it. One more thing, what do you mean about cobb? Is it possible copy your tune into my car? I dont get it about that.

[@GermanEliteTuning]

the Cobb Accessport is cobbs tuning tool that will flash your ecu and it also allows you to view engine peramiters with the gauges it has built into it. its $675 for the accessport and you can buy it on cobbs website. @@sedydaud

[@sedydaud]

@@GermanEliteTuning ohh i see. Thanks man.

[@845_Mk6]

Witch ko4 tune would u recommend and do u need the software to run the turbo safely

[@GermanEliteTuning]

I would suggest our tune using the Cobb accessport.

[@dumbeezy5480]

Go IE

[@jaymoney7968]

What tune di you think is the best spark plugs for a stage 2 k94 turbo vw

[@jaymoney7968]

K04 tune anba dsg tune ,, which plugs shoul😢I run, thanks bro , tkyouvgot that turbo in Fairley quick

[@MrLakerboy824]

Did you have to buy a turbo inlet because the muffler was either to big or too small?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

No it with s with all stick inlet piping and also outlets boost pipe.

[@MrLakerboy824]

@@GermanEliteTuning gotcha. Because im having snag mk5 ko4 turbo inlet is too small so im just trying to find a quick fix

[@mrtv1453]

Do I really need to go for stage 3 with apr since im currently on stage 2 ecu and transmission flush for the dsg when i go with the K04 turbo? Meaning is it safe ir i really need to go for the stage 3 reflush?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

It’s best to run a tune that’s setup for the hardware you are running. It is possible to run a k04 with a stage 2 tune but there will be alot of power left on the table and there is a chance that the ecu may not adapt correctly to the extra airflow of the larger turbo.

[@mrtv1453]

@@GermanEliteTuningthank you for the answer

[@toadman5523]

so i’m upgrading to the apr stage 3 ko4 kit for my mk6 gli and i was wondering if i would be fine driving it without the apr software until i take it to a tuner to get it installed? i am currently running my car with a eca concepts tune will this hurt my car or the turbo?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

How’s it going. As long as your not doing full throttle pulls you can drive it with the k04 on a stage 2 tune until you get it tuned for the k04.

[@BagChaserBG]

What the hell did you use to get that last bolt out od the heat shield everything I did was going to strip it smh

[@GermanEliteTuning]

You need a long ball head 6mm alan and if that wont take it loose use a air hammer with a sharp bit and the ball head alan and apply pressure with the alan and ligtly tap the top of the bolt head with the air hammer and it will come loose.

[@korey420]

I'm doing this today...I have a 2012 beetle turbo 2.0tsi e888 gen1 cbfa untronic stage 2 ecu/tcu fbo.. I bought a cts ko4 upgrade kit.. Now i'm no mechanic so no way i'm gonna do this in the three hours that you did it... But i'm curious how did you pull it from the top... Most videos I see it comes from the bottom and you have to remove the axle...

[@GermanEliteTuning]

thats awesome. there is plenty of room from the top once you pull the coils and harness out of the way.

[@korey420]

@@GermanEliteTuning thank you.. I pulled from the top.. The hardest part was getting the old turbo out... The new turbo fit right in perfectly...

[@AmpUpTheFruit]

What tune did you use to drop in for when you installed this?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

I’m running our custom calibrated K04 tune. We offer it for pump gas and e30.

[@AmpUpTheFruit]

@@GermanEliteTuning do you have a link where someone can purchase?

[@TheHicksHouse]

Peter Parker is into cars?!

[@prisonr506]

With k04 is it possible that will pass test emissions?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

With the stock downpipe installed it will pass.

[@giovannimora9134]

You made it look too easy, is it that easy? What specialty tools will I need besides the torque wrench?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Haha yah I have done a few. You need a t25, t30 torx, 5 and 6mm Alan, 10mm, 12mm, 13mm, 16mm, 17mm, m8,10 and 12 triple square.

[@giovannimora9134]

@@GermanEliteTuning thanks you!!!

[@ricardomontemayor8873]

Im about to buy this turbo but i don’t understand the 7 psi requirement. How can i change that when i install mine ? Or what happen if i dont change it?

[@ricardomontemayor8873]

Its fine if i just put the turbo? And dont anything?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

The wastegate comes preset by hpa to open at 7psi when full boost is applied to the wg and this is called the wastegate cracking pressure. I always check it when I install a turbo but you should be good just installing it. If the wg cracking pressure is too low max boost will be lower than it should be. If it’s too high then boost can spike too high and cause issues when tuning sometimes.

[@ricardomontemayor8873]

@@GermanEliteTuning Thx boss! I hope i put mine in less than 3 hours

[@dumbeezy5480]

@@ricardomontemayor8873 you probably won’t lol but it’s ok

[@clarelbambou3839]

So if choose to change my turbo on my mk6 gti to a ko4,I don't need bigger injectors,new hpfp,new coil packs and plugs etc?

[@19nicho]

Are there any cons with placing this turbo?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

So far I have not found any. It’s been performing very well on my car.

[@brianvillasenor4116]

🔥

[@marcellorafalo9318]

Are you able to run the turbo on a stock tube?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

yes you can run a k04 turbo on the stock tune but it wont perform the best it could with a tune calibrated for that turbo.

[@845_Mk6]

Running stage 2 tune what else do I need for ko4

[@usa5046]

Front mount intercooler is needed.

[@dumbeezy5480]

it’s not needed but really recommended. You’ll need an upgraded clutch for sure.

[@xboxproductions657]

Catless downpipe in this vid or catted?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Catless

[@jaxondejager3372]

Im looking at installing this same k04. What mods are recommended before it? How is it holding up after 3 years? I daily my car all year round, I want more power but scared about the reliability.

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Right on. It’s a great turbo. So far it’s been great and it has a little over 70k miles on it. You will want to install a Downpipe and intake with it. You can run the stock cat back to keep it quiet or upgrade the catback. I can tune it for you if you need a tune. You will need a cobb accessport to run my k04 tune. You will need a Catless Downpipe to shoot flames. Check out my website getwatkins.com if you are interested in having me tune it. Thanks for watching.

[@jaxondejager3372]

@GermanEliteTuning I have a custom catback but no downpipe. Will it work with the stock downpipe? I have a cold air CTS intake. What about a tcu tune? I have a cobb accessport. Not too interested in spitting flames. Just want a bit of burble.

[@alfonsocortez2867]

Did you have to remove the CV axle or were you able to do everything from the top?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

I didn’t not remove the passenger axle or subframe. I pulled it out from the top.

[@alfonsocortez2867]

@@GermanEliteTuning so it’s doable bet say less broski that’s all I needed to know 🤙🏼

[@GermanEliteTuning]

@@alfonsocortez2867 oh yah. Just remove the plastic axle cover to get batter access.

[@Jason-nk3md]

What's your exhaust setup?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

It was a Borla catback.

[@Jason-nk3md]

@@GermanEliteTuning Thanks, sounds great!

[@pedrocols]

So 3 hours installation at $100 an hour for labor would be $300. So why my down the street "Audi mechanic" quoted me $1,500 for installation?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

Most shops are $140-180 per hour and book time is usually 8-9hrs. I have installed a lot of them that’s how I was able to flat rate it and install it so fast.

[@pedrocols]

@@GermanEliteTuning So they work for 3 hours and charged you for 8-9 hours? Wow I think I am in the wrong business . I should become a auto mechanic.

[@GermanEliteTuning]

@@pedrocols yes sir that’s how flat rate works. I have been a vw tech for 19yrs and its been a great 19yrs.

[@pedrocols]

@@GermanEliteTuning How would you recommend the HPA KO4 kit for a 2010 Audi A3 Quattro?

[@GermanEliteTuning]

@@pedrocols it’s been a great turbo so far. I have been pushing it to 23psi without any issues.

[@superchill27]

Straight lying about how long it took you to remove the k03

[@GermanEliteTuning]

😂 I have been working on vws for 21yrs. I have replaced a ton of turbos on mk6 GTI’s and that was 100a% my time. Thanks for watching the video tho 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@marceloigorra9155]

K04 in slow car🤣🤣🤣😅😅😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂

[@GermanEliteTuning]

😂🤷🏻‍♂️

[@dumbeezy5480]

Says the girl in the honda 😭😭