SHICKS

Hi I'm looking for a used K03 in perfect working condition with low miles for a 98 A4 1.8t. If anyone has one, let me know.

Thanks,
Steve

Solaris

I don't know if you've considered this, but a new K04 would be worth the extra coin

SHICKS

I don't want to get into software updates and reliablity issues. This for my nephew and he does not have money for much more then a used or reconditioned turbo. We want to stay stock for now.

Thanks,
Steve

Solaris

Understood. Just so you know, you can get away with using a K04 on K03 software

SHICKS

I am not against a K04, but he has not had good luck with the car in the past year. I just want to get him at least running with a turbo, and not introduce any more issues. Does the k04 make the car run lean? Basically money is a problem, not for me, but him. I agreed to help him get it installed, I found a place that will do it for about $300 or I can do it, but prefer not to. I don't want to run into the usual snags with wrong tools and such.

Steve

xdriver

People will help. It is easier to read if you start replying in the subject like i just did

SHICKS

Thank you, kind of new here. I spend my time on BMW forums and they look different.

IBG

it's really not that hard. You and your nephew could do it in a day. Replacing my turbo was the first wrenching I have ever done on any car. It's pretty straight forward just follow the article in the tech section. It also gives some more info on the difference betweent the KO3 and KO4.<ul><li><a href="https://www.audiworld.com/tech/eng27.shtml">https://www.audiworld.com/tech/eng27.shtml</a</li></ul>

SHICKS

Hey, I grew up in woodstock. If I do the swap it may be in woodstock

IBG

where in woodstock? i'd be willing to help on a weekend I don't have work.