AaronBryan

Any concerns about the strength of other parts, the transmission in particular? I know a new clutch will be in order, and a lightweight flywheel to help turbo spool. But what about the overall strength of the 1.8T tranny, and is a 28 tranny any stronger (I know it has different gear ratios, but is that the only difference?)

And I guess the question I should really ask is.. where can I learn about all this myself. Does Audi, or any other automotive manufacture for that matter, release HP and torque ratings for all their parts?

xr4tic

depending on how much you abuse it. The 2.8 trans is identical, except for the gear ratios.

I think as long as you don't get too aggressive with the clutch, it will act as a fuse of sorts. I haven't broken any trans parts or axles, then again, I don't do 5000 RPM clutch drops either.

The RS2 6-speed would be the strongest trans, but it takes some work to install it.

Havepitty in W.Van

i assume personally well over 800hp with no problems.

the clutch probably slips around 350~400tq, but that varies with different cars, i.e a4, gti, tt, etc.

AaronBryan

awesome, then I just have to keep my eye out for a 2.8 tranny

Ray Khan

in order not to bog....well, maybe not at least 5k, but over 4k for sure.

zachdaddy

The reason the new RS6 only comes with a Tiptronic is because, according to Audi, they don't have a manual tranny that can reliably withstand 450hp.