Wastegate failure
 

I have read the postings on the site about the turbo problems and wastegate issues. I stopped by the dealer today and they said I need a new turbo... $2150.00.. My question is... since I cannot afford a new turbo right now, will I damage the car any driving it with a bad wastegate?

If you can beat me on the bidding....
 

there is one on Ebay! U can usually find them used for around $100 Dont even think about spending $2150 on a new one from the dealer. You could get a K04(step bigger) get more power and it would still cost less than what the dealer charges.

You can get a used (still good) turbo for <$200. Get it put in at a local tuner.
 

Where are you located?

Re: Wastegate failure - THANKS!!
 

I will try

And .. *I* just happen to have one available. Taken off when I went to Stage III.
 

If you're interested email me.

i got used one for $200 - keep looking

Damn you.
 

I was going to try and get rid of mine!! :)

Oh well, I'll get the next one!

S.

Not that big a deal to me. If he is closer to you that would make more sense. If he's interested
 

perhaps he'll email each of us?

EVOMS.com has K04's for $960 with all gaskets, try them

Re: may be wanting it...
 

I may be in contact with you guys early next week. I a waiting to see if Audi will help with the cost. Also, I sent an eMail to me previous mechanic in Texas (I recently moved to WI) and he suggested I check the oil line to turbo before doing anything.

So, I will keep you posted - I appreciate the offer, and will let you know either way...

Thanks