Top Modifications For Audi TT 8N

Based on lots of research & previous experience i have been stock piling the most used and top modifications for 1.8 turbos, used in conjunction with stage 2 mapping to achieve the best performance from the Stock 225 Turbo.
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Below is a list of parts shown in this video:
Large Air filter 80mm inlet
Oversized Tip / Turbo Intake Pipe ( Brand sfs in video)
Track slag - charge pipe replacement
Welly cooler intercooler and pipework ( 2x76mm-63mm silicone reducer 90 degree bends, 3x63mm alloy 90 degree bends, 2x 63mm silicone 90 degree bends, 1 x 63mm silicone 45 degree bend. 70mm jubilee clips x10, 2 x 85mm jubilee clips )
3" down pipe & decat pipe
Stock TT cast lower arms with Poly bush bushes
Uprated fuel pump ( syntec in tank pump)
Stud & nut kit, longer to allow for upto 20mm spacers
Stock dog bone with Poly bush replacement bush
Phenolic Inlet spacer
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[@joshfenner18]

Loving this channel can’t wait to see what sort of gains you get from all these goodies keep us updated dude 👍🏻

[@TheParrottBros]

Josh Fenner thanks Josh appreciate the message, I can’t wait to have the time in the weather to get it all on there going to be like a different car. Do you plan to get it back on the rolling road and up to Santa pod and maybe a track day or two

[@stevesloan6775]

This gets the juices flowing for upgrades... 🤜🏼🤛🏼🇦🇺🍀😎 Worth watching again and again😊

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks Steve, any excuse to buy car parts is good 😂

[@bIyte.]

wow, surprised this video isn’t 5 years old good stuff

[@MotorMonkeyz]

Great video! Really appreciate the detail and increasing the existing shopping list!

[@TheParrottBros]

Motor Monkeyz watching my videos may end up costing you more 😂

[@MotorMonkeyz]

@@TheParrottBros haha I think it will! Plenty to do for now ha

[@TheParrottBros]

Motor Monkeyz when’s the next video out?

[@MotorMonkeyz]

@@TheParrottBros we are working on episode 0 at the moment. We have enough content to get us to episode 3 already

[@TheParrottBros]

Motor Monkeyz need to get it done and out mate. No good on your computer ;)

[@stevesloan6775]

Great overview of dream upgrades! I’ve only owned a mk1 TT since Father’s Day 2020, but dang I’ve learnt a lot from you. Very Much Appreciated. MERRY CHRISTMAS!🎄🎁🇦🇺🤜🏼🤛🏼🍀🍀🍀😎. Project cars should be an essential service... pandemic or no pandemic.😐😐😐

[@TheParrottBros]

Steve Sloan yeah man specially in the uk where parts are easily come by, thanks appreciate it, merry Christmas to you and yours. Enjoy the nice weather ☺️

[@mentalkuk-ryantommothompson]

Great channel been really helpful. Keep it up

[@TheParrottBros]

Thank you

[@homebrewinstrumentals7700]

you diamond. nice to see new tutorials for the mk1

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks for your input its appreciated

[@colcroud7458]

Great video keep up the good work , where did you source the fuel pump and is there a model u chose ?

[@TheParrottBros]

I brought it awhile back, now most tuners recommend Bosch 044 or dw65. These can be purchased from most performance parts places, but it is worth speaking to the person tuning your car first

[@johnhinds6308]

What a great video

[@Eddy-th3kc]

Nice vídeo 👍

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks buddy

[@leminax1905]

I did remap on my 180 tt and we got max 210-215 from it + 80mm Silicone turbo intake pipe H0145 and Ramair Air Induction and EXHAUST pipe f70 Would I get better performance if I put this bigger intercooler ? I don't need to get a bigger horsepower, now my focus is better performance. What is next to be done?

[@margetisfitnessforall5768]

Excellent video mate keep going the bam.engine without remap with all this changes increase 25hp or less??

[@TheParrottBros]

Yeah you could expect to see that sort of increase just from better flow mods, a tt at the rolling road day was in the 250's with just bolt ons no tune

[@largeraj1845]

Hey dude love the channel. I have a 2002 180. Which the exhaust fell off after 2 weeks ownership. So it has a 3 " cat back twin exit eBay jobby. Was great for ages getting bit bored now. I'd like to quiet her down a little bit retain the twin rear..any ideas ?

[@TheParrottBros]

Raj Kissoon hey dude, thanks for the channel support. A stock 225 exhaust would be quiet, twin rear. Failing that something custom with extra boxes would be best. That or if you can get a second hand miltek, they are not too loud and sound just right Problem with most other systems is they are made to be louder so have less boxes

[@evanauditoredafrienze]

Dominic did you ever do a video fitting the track slag? Looking for a tutorial thanks

[@TheParrottBros]

I didn’t I’m afraid, ended up selling it on as decided to keep the stock look and painted my charge pipe black. I will be doing a fitting video shortly. Very similar process buddy

[@evanauditoredafrienze]

@@TheParrottBros thanks mate

[@willjones3182]

Hi mate, just wondering where you tend to find all your second hand parts?

[@TheParrottBros]

If I told you that, then I wouldn’t get all the bargains 😂

[@brams77]

Hi, I've got a 180 fwd. Would you recommend any mods or is it not worth it. I know I should have just got a 225,but this 180 is Immaculate.

[@TheParrottBros]

If your looking for more power the k04 225 conversion is probably best bang for buck alongside all the mods shown above. If your not wanting to spend lots then a bigger intake and cooler & downpipe will certainly help

[@ronrichardson3103]

Ive a 2005 TT 190bhp with 90k miles on ive just changed the cambelt and done oil change My question is what gains could i get if i went for a remap ?

[@TheParrottBros]

Hey, you would get 20 odd hp but would feel a lot quicker, those little turbos spool up lovely

[@FastAkira]

Hi, I was considering going for a stage 2 with my Audi TT, and I have found this nice video. I would like to ask you a couple of questions: How many hp would you expect from your car, once you have mounted and replaced all these mods, plus the remap? Around 270ish? If you have to spend all that extra money (coming from the 250/260ish hp from a simple stage 1 remap) wouldn't it better to add an hybrid turbo and get 300ish hp? Or what are your goals/expectations with your Audi's performance in the long run? Greetings from Spain

[@TheParrottBros]

FastAkira Hi, thanks for the message. “Stage 2 you would expect 280 ish hp, fitting a hybrid turbo is all well and good but if your going to to that you may as well change out the rods then you can increase the torque figure which is limited to 300ft lbs on stock rods. The stage 2 is a cheaper option because to do all the requirements to exceed 300bhp you’ll be spending thousands. I’m planing to get mine to 285bhp and use it for track days and fast toad driving :) thanks for watching

[@FastAkira]

@@TheParrottBros285hp sounds really great. I've heard somewhere that with the K04 you can only expect 270hp max. I wonder if, beyond that limit, the turbo will still work with no issues. Would you say it's possible? Thank you for your videos, they came at the right time for me.

[@TheParrottBros]

FastAkira k04’s to the best of my knowledge are good for about 285bhp and the rods can do about 300ft lbs. I know a couple people that run 280ish for a few years without issue. Thanks plenty more to come

[@FastAkira]

@@TheParrottBros how many miles has your car? Mine around 160k. I wonder if it will hold an upgrade in hp at this stage. I've already replaced some oem parts, like the n75, and few other common issues. But the turbo is unchanged yet, for instance. Well, who knows. I guess it's hard to tell, kind of a lottery. Thank you very much, I'll stay tuned

[@TheParrottBros]

FastAkira mine has covered 182k miles, and is 260bhp running just fine and it’s still on the stock turbo 😂

[@tindraxx7226]

I have a 2000 180 I’m looking to get more power, is it worth it or I should buy a 225 ?

[@TheParrottBros]

If you are looking to modify it for more power I would recommend just getting a 225, you can spend a lot of money on a 180 and was still only get less than what you would get mapping a 225 from standard

[@margetisfitnessforall5768]

Without remap.is there deferent??increase horsepoewer??or needs remap??

[@TheParrottBros]

Bolting on the parts will increase flow and power, the remap simply makes the most of them

[@MrCube17]

Would you recommend adjustable rear control arms?

[@TheParrottBros]

Yes, I will be doing a video in the next week or so about them

[@mikecochrane1437]

Yes yes and yes. Cars a mess if they snap

[@josephcalvert7834]

Hi how are you. I just bought a 01 tt Quattro 225 . My gas gauge isn't working . Do you know what's the best fuel pump assembly I can buy

[@TheParrottBros]

It’s probably not your gas gauge, have you checked your dash cluster as often they are prone to failure

[@josephcalvert7834]

That's makes sense because the temp gauge is acting weird to . How would you fix it

[@STONEDSOLDIER88]

My exhaust needs replacing only a single outlet on the 180, what exhaust do you recommend ?

[@TheParrottBros]

Have a look on my latest videos there is a video of tt exhaust sounds including different brands etc 🤙🏻

[@STONEDSOLDIER88]

@@TheParrottBros Thanks for a fast reply.

[@TheParrottBros]

@@STONEDSOLDIER88 anytime 🤙🏻

[@STONEDSOLDIER88]

Will they also fit the 180 non Quattro version ? Would I just need to change the rear defuser ? Thanks again.

[@jamiewilkins4591]

Hi where can I get a track slag pipe from

[@TheParrottBros]

Jamie Wilkins www.trackslag.com/index.php?id_product=8&controller=product

[@blakkno666]

What's your view on coilovers? Saw some Stance+ coilovers for £250 on ebay, but looking at TT forum, seems cheaper ones dont last long, maybe 2 years before they leak? Stance+ do have a 2year guarantee as opposed to 1 year that most others have

[@TheParrottBros]

Nick I have been doing quite a lot of research into coil overs for a video I’m going to do, The stance +1 is to come up okay from what I’ve found them people have said that own them. The only thing I have seen is that the rear shock absorber bush comes out after a while but that can be after a few years.

[@kacperchrusciel890]

Do you find that the catless pipes get caught out on mot tests?

[@TheParrottBros]

I actually have both a decat and sports cat for this reason. But plenty of people out there just know a friendly tester

[@kacperchrusciel890]

@@TheParrottBros does the sport cat provide any noticeable disadvantages?

[@TheParrottBros]

@@kacperchrusciel890 it’s still a flow reducer but substantially better than stock

[@MrCooney2069]

Hey man what's the size of your intercooler. Width and height. And is it 76mm on inlet and outlet.

[@TheParrottBros]

Yeah it’s a “wellycooler” 600x300x76

[@MrCooney2069]

@@TheParrottBros thanks bro . Way cheaper to custom one so gonna do that . Thanks for the hrlp

[@MrCooney2069]

Subscribed to your page . Appreciate the help

[@MrCooney2069]

Hey man I'm just thinking . Why not just go for 64 mm intercooler instead of using reducers.

[@lenoxlenyx]

How many horsepower with all modifications please?

[@TheParrottBros]

Stage 2 is maxed at around 280-285bhp

[@barrygraham6146]

You getting a 4bar fuel pressure regulator 😁

[@dennisb5319]

Nice little stash pb, ready for stage 2, keep in mind that ye olde clutch won't be liking stage2 beanage and a coil pack is liable to give up the ghost randomly. Keep up the good work.

[@TheParrottBros]

Dennis B I was worried that the clutch at stage 1 would fail as the car has done 180k and no record of clutch, but must have been done at some time. Planning on changing the clutch and dual mass in the near future Too. Thanks Dennis

[@dennisb5319]

@@TheParrottBros If you have'nt already done it, a 16mm rear arb from a mk4 golf 4motion is a should do upgrade it'll transform how the TT handles in a positive way.

[@TheParrottBros]

Dennis B It’s funny you should say that, I’ve been looking at rear anti roll bar recently, it’s just trying to find one for sale as they are getting less available

[@dennisb5319]

@@TheParrottBros try the vw stealership, they are not a lot of money brand new, adjustable brackets are available for the oem set up, i'll have a search later and drop you message either way.

[@dennisb5319]

@@TheParrottBros look for, audi tt adjustable anti roll bar bracket on e bay you'll find em £59. hth

[@TheParrottBros]

It’s back at the old location Ockham bites

[@andrewgrimwood6280]

Cheers pal

[@k1ortia]

Those Fu%$ing Birds though!

[@TheParrottBros]

I know right!!

[@bunter6]

Immediately goes to ebay to look up phenolic spacer kits 🤣

[@TheParrottBros]

😂 watching our videos can directly affect your account that’s for sure 😂

[@swatcat7928]

I don't know it is red hot.. it is gray hot. :)

[@ArtzierzDJ]

Problem with having decat exhaust is mot time :( unless you know a "friendly mot person"

[@TheParrottBros]

I hear that, I have both just to save the agro, much less stress, costs a bit more but keeps the tester happy

[@blakkno666]

Has anyone seen this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q33daJ2Lbaydq6M Guy reckons he's on about 260bhp but getting 0-60 of 5.0 secs?? I can't see that's possible...

[@Cupat1]

I don't think many will be doing that kiind of stuff much now with all the crap going on in the country. Plus folk in general having to watch their cash and struggling to run their cars, so I think tuning mods like could be a thing of the past.

[@TheParrottBros]

my personal view of this is more focused on newer cars, which are harder to "mod" more computer than car and you can buy a base model with a Sport kit on so it negates the need / want to do much too it, Yes the money is an issue but like any hobby people always find the money to do said hobby regardless