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IS38

CTS Turbo Turbocharger

$799.99

SKU: TR-1000

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Overview

The CTS Turbo TR-1000 is an IS38 replacement turbocharger designed for MQB vehicles.

This turbocharger can be installed as a direct replacement for the factory IS38 turbo or as an upgrade for vehicles equipped with IS12 and IS20 turbos. It is manufactured to OEM-spec tolerances.
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The CTS Turbo TR-1000 is an IS38 replacement turbocharger engineered for MQB platform vehicles. This unit serves as a direct bolt-on replacement for the factory IS38 turbocharger found in performance-oriented VW and Audi models. It also offers an upgrade path for vehicles equipped with smaller factory turbos, such as the IS12 and IS20. Manufactured to OEM-spec tolerances, the TR-1000 aims to provide enhanced performance while maintaining reliability. This turbocharger is compatible with a range of MQB vehicles including the 2015-2020 Audi A3 (2.0TSI), 2015-2019 Audi S3 (2.0TSI), 2015-2020 Audi TT (2.0TSI) and TTS (2.0TSI), as well as the 2015-2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R (2.0TSI).

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Specifications

BrandIS38
Part NumberTR-1000
CategoryAir and Fuel
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