Mk7 Golf IS38 Swap *COMPLETE Turbo INSTALL* MQB Platform!

We show you how to do a mk7 golf is38 swap. We remove the original IS20 from my Mk7 Golf GTI and install an IS38 off of an Audi S3 (Also in the Golf R). An IS38 install takes the Mk7 GTI from 280hp (tuned) and 350ft-lbs to 360hp and 360ft-lbs with my United Motorsport ECU/TCU tune! Installing an IS38 turbo on the Mk7 GTI is a really common thing to do. The IS20 has really awesome spool up and response, but it falls off pretty quickly past 5500rpm. The IS38 appears to have almost no change in spool up, but is happy revving up to the 6300rpm. You will need a lot of tools for an IS38 swap installation! It is incredibly important to prime the IS38 turbo CHRA before starting the car for the first time. I recommend pulling the MK7 GTI fuel pump control module fuse in the engine bay and letting the car idle out of gas. This will ensure you can prime the turbo, connect everything back up and allow the car to crank freely, building oil pressure, before having your first start. It is also incredibly important to have the car properly flashed to the IS38 tune before driving the car. I had my car flashed for the IS38 before I did the swap and babied the car home. Vehicles an IS20/IS38 Turbo Install would apply to for a turbo install (with minor variation) Volkswagen MK7 GTI 2015-2017 2.0L Turbo Volkswagen MK7 Golf 2015-Present 1.8T TSI Volkswagen MK7 Golf Alltrack 2017-Present 1.8 Turbo Volkswagen MK7 Golf R 2015-2017 2.0 Turbo Volkswagen MK7 Golf Wagon 2015-Present 1.8T TSI Volkswagen MK7.5 Facelift GTI 2018-Present 2.0L Turbo Volkswagen MK7.5 Facelift Golf-R 2018-Present 2.0L Turbo Volkswagen 2018-Current Tiguan MQB 2.0L Turbo Volkswagen Atlas 2018 - Current 2.0t Volkswagen B7 Passat 2012-Present 1.8T TSI Volkswagen MK6 Jetta (Facelift) 2015-2018 1.8T Gen 3 Volkswagen MK6 Jetta 2011-2014 1.8T TSI Audi Audi A3 8V 2014-PRESENT 1.8 TFSI Audi Audi A3 8V 2014-PRESENT 2.0 TFSI Audi Audi S3 8V 2015-Current 2.0T Audi Audi TT MK3 2016-Current 2.0T Audi Audi TTS MK3 2016-Current 2.0T ________________________________ Shameless Plug: These affiliate links help fund our mediocre content. We thank you in advance for using them! Stubby 1/4" Drive Bit Set (Absolutely KEY to getting the coolant bracket off): https://amzn.to/3kwFplD Hose Clamp Removal Tools (Life saver, instead of fighting a pliers): https://amzn.to/3bTvJxI ________________________________ 00:00 - Introduction 00:20 - Draining coolant 00:51 - Intake removal 01:39 - Removing auxiliary coolant lines 02:08 - Removing coil packs 02:34 - Disconnecting harnesses on head 03:28 - Disconnecting coolant hoses from hard line 04:14 - Disconnect charge pipe 04:21 - Draining coolant take 2 04:29 - O2 Harness, Downpipe and Heatshield 08:00 - Turbo inlet pipe removal 08:54 - Top Oil and Front coolant line on turbo 09:59 - Charge pipe coupler 10:21 - The tricky coolant line 12:07 - Oil drain removal 12:37 - Turbo support bracket 13:26 - Turbine mounting nuts 14:36 - Trying to shimmy turbo out 15:04 - Removing actuators, turbo muffer, and o2 clip 15:36 - Removing IS20!! 15:53 - Discussing O-rings for lines 17:04 - Wastegate actuator voltage adjustment 17:36 - PRIME YOUR TURBO 17:57 - Refill your coolant 18:13 - Accidentally first start 19:52 - Checking it over for leaks Amazon Storefront (Camera Gear I use!): https://www.amazon.com/shop/influence... Add HP/TQ to a VAG Car without compromising warranty? https://bit.ly/3hQ6pvq Teespring Merch (This stuff is mediocre, don't buy it): https://teespring.com/stores/hardway-... As always thanks for watching and check us out on other social media platforms! Social Media: http://www.hardwaylearning.com (blog)   / hardwaylearning     / hardwaylearning     / hardwaylearning   #is38 #Mk7GTI #hardwaylearning