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Old Nov 16, 2021 | 07:10 AM
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Hi All. I am new here. Just picked up my new to me 2018 Audi A4 Premium Plus Quattro S-Line.
Looking into doing quite a few mods.
Can't do them all at the same time though and not going all out. Just want to get some better performance.
Looking at turbo back exhaust, intake, charge pipe and a tune. Maybe something else?
What order would be best?
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Old Nov 17, 2021 | 07:06 PM
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Originally Posted by jorge0272
Hi All. I am new here. Just picked up my new to me 2018 Audi A4 Premium Plus Quattro S-Line.
Looking into doing quite a few mods.
Can't do them all at the same time though and not going all out. Just want to get some better performance.
Looking at turbo back exhaust, intake, charge pipe and a tune. Maybe something else?
What order would be best?
Tune - A stage 1 tune will provide nice power you can feel on that motor. (BEST VALUE)
A 3in turbo back exhaust would only be helpful if you are going to go stage 2. When you do that you are getting rid of the catalytic convertor and depending on where you live that may make it impossible to pass emissions.
Intake with a stage 1 tune is not necessary but it does make a few more nice noises. It is necessary when going stage 2.
Aftermarket charge and exit pipes not really necessary until you go at least stage 2

After having gone down this road a few times I would suggest you find out more about modding your particular car and get knowledgable about everything that can be done. That way you won't waste as much money if you have a performance goal for your car. I know because 12 years ago I didn't know and just started going stage 1 piece at a time to stage 2, 3 and further. Should have picked a level and gone for it in the beginning. Plus I would have done more homework on just what mods really do much for you.
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Old Nov 18, 2021 | 04:14 AM
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Stage 1 is pretty much all I want. Just to add a bit more power. If all I need is a good tune, then that will save me quite a bit of money.
I can then move on to some lowering springs and the new RS grill.
Thanks!
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