MK4 GOLF GTI FRONT MOUNT INTERCOOLER INSTALL 

Thank you man this comment made my day. I'm glad it's been helping you with your build. Best of luck to you with the car, make the most of it, and enjoy it 👍🏽

Hahaha thank you bro, I still class myself as an entry level beginner so there is no difference between me and you. Thanks for watching bro 🙏

Thank you mate I appreciate it. This Airtec Intercooler is an easy one to install and looks sweet in place too. It fitted behind the bumper as it is the R32 rep, it recommends the anniversary splitter to disguise the bottom if you have the standard bumper.

@@SPOOLINUP yeah i can see it fits perfect. I have a mk4 jetta gli so same front as a anniversary golf so i think I shouldn’t have any problems fitting it. Do you have instagram?

It should be a nice easy fit for you then, I did have to trim the radiator cowling around the air con. You may need to trim some of the inside of your bumper as well to make it sit on top of the intercooler nicely. I bought my intercooler off a guy who didn't have an R32 bumper so he managed to make it work so you should be able to as well. Jettas are cool man ✌🏾

Yeah I have Instagram @nazspoolinup

Thanks Ayrton, so yeah it just cools the air after its passed though the hot turbo. Glad you enjoyed ✊🏾

Yo man, im glad you have done it as well. How did you find fitting it and what kit did you use? Also are you using a standard bumper? My turbo is also stick man. Have you had your car mapped yet?

@@SPOOLINUP i went for the euro sport fmic. All the piping goes under the engine, i didn't have to remove the pancake pipe so it has a "stealth" look. My bumper was stock as well so the fitting took a while and it was a bit of a hassle but i managed to put it all together. It's mapped with APR stage 1. I also have a downpipe installed.

That sounds wicked mate, not sure i have seen that kit man im going to Google it now to have a look. My intercooler wasn't visible until you opened the bonnet...now ive modded the front bumper you can see it a bit more. How is the stage 1?

@@SPOOLINUP Yea man on mine the intercooler itself isn't visible unless you're looking for it, it's hidden away behind the bottom center grill. Personally i think stage 1 makes the car more fun to drive. I think stage 1 is good for the "little" upgrades like cold air intake, intercooler, downpipe, coil packs, etc. Stage 2 and beyond is where more serious upgrades are done, that's just me though. Adding the intercooler did make a difference however, i feel like it accelerates much quicker and it feels like it has more power at higher rpm's.

So I assume that you are from the USA? Only because I think that kit is hard to get over here after I did a quick Google search. I always wonder if I should have got a Stage 1 map while I was waiting to do the rest of the mods to get to Stage 2. I honestly can't wait. Do you know what kind of power you have either the current map and mods?

Glad you have a nice project going on there man I think its important. During the pandemic the cars kept me so busy when a lot of other people were bored and pulling their hair out. Im happy to hear the videos have helped you, just wondering if the forums have bit and bobs to help you in the country you are from. I think these engines were adapted to meet different standards globally. Good luck with the car and thank you for subscribing it means a lot 👍🏽👌🏾

@@SPOOLINUP Yes there is a Dutch Seat forum that has been quite helpful, but unfortunately many things on it are quite old (2011-2016) and as such many pictures are not working anymore. Being pretty inexperienced still, having a visual aid is very handy (especially video). Also, seems most other Leons came with the AUQ, so that brings a lot of the same "problems". Yea looks like most of the differences lie in the emissions systems (n249, sai, evap etc.) and I'd love to clear the bay of these but not having a guide for this engine makes me a bit hesitant. So far been doing all the maintenance and fixing broken things on the inside with parts from the junkyards (breakers in the UK?). First real mods will be AP coilovers and Cobra Sport exhaust (with 3" downpipe with 200 cell cat). I hope to eventually swap out the base k03 for a k04-001 and get to 250-260hp, that'd be pretty nice

I fell your pain with the forums, I googled things and they were very old threads on there from those kind of dates as well. Images are one of the most important things you need as well. If you use Facebook and sign up to some of the numerous MK4 GTI groups I am sure you can find someone that is more than happy to help. I was hesitant to do the SAI, N249 EVAP etc but in the end I had to just get stuck in. I wonder if the guide I used may help you even though it doesnt include APP it may have useful diagrams and pictures. Yeah over here we call them breakers yards and scrap yards, they can be very useful of course. I would definitely recommend starting off fixing all of the issues, thats a good idea and then you can build on a solid base. You bought some good coilovers man and a decent exhaust system by the sounds of it so good for you that will be great. I dont think a turbo conversion will happen for me but let's see. Good luck with your project though it should keep you busy 🤣👌🏾👍🏽

Thank you man, this one was hard to do lol.

Thank you brother, will try my best 👊🏾

Hey, glad you have enjoyed the videos and you think they are good!! I appreciate the feedback. I'm trying to keep a record of every step of my way to Stage 2 but also any day to day issues/struggles either the car. Do you have a GTI?

What are your intake temps after install?

Hi, I am not too sure actually because I do not have the software to check that. When I get it mapped I will have the data.

Me too!! I dont like putting scrap on my car 🤣

Just the fuel pump and injectors and then its time. I've also got some niggles to sort out but yes its exciting times. 👍🏽

Hey man, it would literally serve no purpose to have both installed as one would cancel the other out. If you read any article on the 1.8t engine it's quite commonly said that they don't run well with blow off valves that vent to atmosphere due to MAF calculation etc. Even a blow off valve by itself is not recommended, better off just leaving the diverter in situ and running it with your new intercooler. I hope that helps you in some way.

Thanks mate, I was surprised it actually came together in the end. These Golfs aren't the easiest to mod to be fair. Editing made it look easy 🤣

@@SPOOLINUP 100% editing hides many mess ups and swear words lol what next on the list

I think editing just makes it seem like each step is easy because it takes longer than 20 minutes to fit Hahaha. I need to get my fuel pump in, sort out tracking and a few niggles, then 550cc injectors will be done on the day of mapping I believe. Still got the brakes to do as well but in terms of power mods I'm almost done.

@@SPOOLINUP nice you got a plan of action just fitted my sai blanking plate after a long wait lol . Keep posting tho loving the vids

Hey man appreciate your comment, thank you. What happened to your Gti in the end? I hope you got long enough to enjoy it before it went. I will be getting mine done soon, there is a little waiting list but being patient. Hopefully get some new videos on soon man 👀 keep those eyes peeled 👊🏾

@@SPOOLINUP no worries mate, been really enjoying your videos since coming across your channel! The GTI went couple yrs ago and now I drive a mk5 tdi with Gti front end, r32 rear end with Remus exhaust, skirts, r32 buckets and ally spun trim, xenon headlights and of course mapped- changed this whole car too tbf and it’s awesome filling my tank and getting 550miles rather then like 250 😂 and with a heavy foot! Where abouts are you from? & I look forward to it 👊🏼

Honestly man, thanks for the support you are a top guy. The MK5 sounds like a really nice car though, I like the sound of a tuned diesel as well. What kind of power does it make? That fuel money and consumption definitely makes a difference. I am based in London man how about you? My foot will get heavier when the car gets more powerful I am sure, goes hand in hand to empty my account 👊🏾👊🏾

@@SPOOLINUP no worries, I like your content and choice of cars bro- keep up the hard work bro!! & thanks! It’s nice unfortunately only 150bhp but want to upgrade injectors and get it mapped towards 200bhp, best of both worlds to an extent 😂 Yeah I know that feeling, heavy foot is addictive with a 1.8t and a ram air 😂 can’t wait for the map video!! 🤘🏼 & cool man, I’m from Notts bro

Nice one man I do appreciate it, sometimes I wish I never got attached to the cars so that I could sell and move on to experience other motors. Yes you have 150bhp but plenty of torque as well in that car. I like the sound of a tuned diesel though. Yes mate the Ram Air sounds good 👌🏾 so does the exhaust. I am assuming my car will sound better once mapped with the extra boost, louder intake sound from induction kit and turbo and a louder hiss from the DV. Let's see, ive been talking about it for ages so now its time to finally get it done. Ive been to Nottingham man, good people up north. Stick around mate 👍🏽

Thank you mate, yes its finally making some decent progress towards power gains. I am going for stage 2! Almost ready now and I hope it will all be worth it in the end 🙏🏾

@@SPOOLINUP hell yeh man! It’s looking better and better each video! I’ve just got a new tip to fit, then I’m going to get it booked in and hopefully it doesn’t send a rod 😂

Hahahaha I was having this discussion with someone who was telling me to buy the turbo set up for a BAM engine. To be honest I've done too much to this AUM to start swapping turbos and manifold, intercooler and rods. I hope you get what you want out of the car. What HP are you hoping for?

@@SPOOLINUP I know, that’s what people have told me as well, I’d rather push my AUM to a safe limit. I’m probably aiming between 220-240, which would be a lovely spike, especially with the added torque! What about yourself?

Top man Scotty, nice to see you have watched another video man cheers. Its a long time since I did my exhaust but I think they are 16mm or 17mm

@@SPOOLINUP cheers bro I had a decat pipe put on the other day before my remap but the nuts keep coming loose. I got sum self locking nuts today gona put them on in the morning 👌

Yes I used an angle grinder for that

Thank you man, it means a lot. I was figuring it out as I went along so its not like I've done it before, anyone can do it. Go for it mate, just make sure you have everything you need before you start. I have a Forge 008 on there at the moment.

I took my leon 1.8t for a stage 1 the other day they told me to take my forge splitter valve of and put the original on it's better.Wish I knew that before I payed £160 for it

I know people have mixed feelings about the splitter valve, this is a diverter so it is the same as standard just more robust as its a metal piston rather than a rubber diaphragm inside.

Sell it on Facebook mate 👍🏽

@@SPOOLINUP i left it on mate I'm just gona keep it

Yes its fine, I havent had my car mapped yet at all. I have only had software deletes done because I have a decat and done the SAI, EVAP, N249 and PCV.

Hahaha that would be my accent not pronouncing the "t" at the end of the word 🤣🤣🤣🤣

Hey Tyrell thank you man I appreciate that. Wow a K04! I hear that is a common conversion when you want more power. My idle speed is all good to be honest. Do you have any boost leaks after installing? Any engine lights?

If you have a boost gauge it should be read -18 to -20 at idle comfortably, if you have anything that is closer to 0 would be a vacuum leak. Mine used to fluctuate like that but is fixed since I found a vacuum leak. I’m not sure if a boost leak could cause that. But that could also be because of not having a tune for the K04 yet.

Yeah mate, its a funny one and it seems like a lot of the time because there are so many common problems with these 1.8t engines its hard to separate the issues. Is your car all good now? I still have a few bits to sort but its coming along

@@SPOOLINUP Hey bro, yeah car is all done now with stage 3 tune and e85, pushing from 275hp+ love these little cars aye.... But... Sad thing is I'm selling her as I'm going to start a vr6 turbo swap into an Audi A4 B5 Quattro. Found out it was just a boost/vacuum leak lol. Typical be problems 🤣

@@Sanch3Zzz what all has been done to your car? That’s good to hear you’re car is better and done. Good luck with that swap as well. It’ll be sick and worth it.

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