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CTS Turbo JB-640RS Hybrid IS38 Turbocharger (15+ TT,A3,S3,Golf,GTI,R 19+ Jetta)

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$1,649.99
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SKU: 234209
MPN: CTS-TR-1015-38

Product Details

Description

They have heeded the demands and are delighted to present their latest premium hybrid turbo, featuring a stainless steel exhaust housing meticulously designed for MQB platform vehicles.

At CTS, many requests poured in from customers seeking an affordable, direct-bolt-on turbo upgrade for their existing IS12, IS20, or IS38 turbochargers. In response to these demands, they have introduced their own journal-bearing turbocharger upgrade.

The objective was clear: develop a drop-in turbo with swift spooling, an expansive torque curve, and steadfast performance. The engineers opted to retain the journal-bearing CHRA from their popular IS38 turbocharger, enhancing it to align with the larger wheels and the performance-oriented nature of this upgrade. Thrust bearings and thrust collars were increased by 2mm to handle additional loads, and the oil passages were expanded by 0.72mm to optimize hydrodynamic wedge efficiency during turbocharger operation. Extensive testing has been conducted on their own and partner vehicles worldwide, spanning various altitudes and climates.

This turbocharger can generate approximately 650 crank horsepower, yielding around 550-600 wheel horsepower on E85 and 460-480 wheel horsepower on pump 93 octane**. It is engineered for street use and emphasizes achieving rapid spool times and robust mid-range performance.

It is advised to maintain boost levels within the range of 29-33psi, reducing if fueling or a stock engine sets limitations. Exceeding the recommended boost range is discouraged, as it may compromise efficiency.

**result may vary, depending on your location, fueling, dyno, etc

Required Parts:

  • Performance downpipe
  • Performance air intake
  • Performance intercooler
  • Factory or aftermarket wastegate actuator
  • Software tuning for hybrid turbo
  • Installation hardware for factory turbocharger

Recommended Parts:

NOTE:

Always follow the proper procedure for checking/adjusting the wastegate actuator when installing the turbo! Always replace engine oil.

Gaskets, wastegate actuator, and turbo outlet fitting are not included.

Product Features

  • Perfect street turbocharger upgrade, fantastic spool, and mid-range response
  • Journal bearing direct-fit CHRA (compatible with all factory oil and coolant lines)
  • Billet reverse rotation compressor wheel, 53.1mm inducer, 71mm-76mm exducer with extended tip (6+6 blade configuration)
  • Inconel TD06SL2 reverse rotation turbine wheel, 54mm exducer, 60mm inducer (11 blade configuration)
  • Stainless Steel proprietary turbine housing, made precisely for factory fitment.
  • VSR Balanced to OE tolerances
  • Compatible with most tuning solutions for popular hybrid turbos (United Motorsport, Eurodyne, COBB)
  • Compatible with OE or replacement wastegate actuators
  • Compatible with OE or aftermarket turbo inlets and turbo outlets. However, we recommend our 2.5″ turbo outlet pipe

installation

Professional Installation Highly Recommended!

Always follow the proper procedure for checking/adjusting the wastegate actuator when installing the turbo! Recommended wastegate actuator voltage: 3.4V-3.6V

warranty

  • 1 year manufacturer defect warranty on CTS products only (excl. turbochargers).
  • 6 months manufacturer defect warranty on CTS brand turbochargers.
  • No warranty on ANY electrical or fuelling components.

CTS Turbo Warranty Information

Fitment Guide

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Fitment Guide
Start Year End Year Make Model Submodel Cyl Lit Fuel FuelDel ASP EngDesg Notes
2015 2020 AUDI A3 QUATTRO CABRIOLET PREMIUM
CABRIOLET PREMIUM PLUS
CABRIOLET PRESTIGE
PREMIUM
PREMIUM PLUS
PRESTIGE
L4 2.0 GAS FI T ALL  
2015 2020 AUDI S3 ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL  
2015 2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF LAUNCH EDITION
S
SE
SEL
TSI
WOLFSBURG EDITION
L4 1.8 GAS FI T ALL  
2015 2019 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL  
2017 2019 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF ALLTRACK S
SE
SEL
L4 1.8 GAS FI T ALL  
2015 2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN S
SE
SEL
S 4MOTION
L4 1.8 GAS FI T ALL  
2019 2019 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN S 4MOTION L4 1.8 GAS FI T ALL  
2015 2021 VOLKSWAGEN GTI AUTOBAHN
RABBIT EDITION
S
SE
SPORT
ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL  
2019 2021 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GLI S
GLI 35TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
GLI AUTOBAHN
L4 2.0 GAS FI T ALL  

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