'98 a4 performance

[SamSneed]

I recently bought a '98 a4 1.8l turbo, non-quattro. I know these cars weren't the fastest when they were new, and seeing as mine is 10 years old, I find it a little lacking in power. I was wondering what any and everyone has done to get a little more pep out of their 1.8's. If you have any suggestions, or just a sweet thought, please post. And i am in college, so cost is a big issue.
Thanks...SamSneed

[NarutoRamen]

dude I'm in the same boat, except I bought a '99 1.8T Quattro.

From what I've read and asked a few people about they most cost effective thing we can do is get a decent chip/ecu. I don't know how much exactly but I think it's good for about 20-30hp more and will cost about $300-700 depending on the chip maker.

I know you care about more power, but I think the first thing I'm going to do is get me some HID lights because they cost only around $130-200.

[docurley]

Chip is the best option and best bang for the bucks.

In the US the best software seems to be GIAC and APR but should not cost more than $500 max.

In the UK ther are a lot more options and REVO, JABBA Sport, GIAC (quite new here) Superchip and loads more other indepents that do great prices on chips from £250 upwards.

As stated you should see power increase around 30-40bhp but I would also change the DV to a upgraded unit and if you want a little more power add a exhaust to help free a little more.

Other than that you will looking at changing the turbo.

[SamSneed]

k, I've looked into upgrading the chip. There is an APR one for $400 (20-30hp, 40-50 foot lb.). I am going to order it soon, but I had one more question. Have any of you with close to the same engine ran you cars at a track. I have a 1/8th mile drag track close to my city that allows any one to some and show off their sh*t. I took my car up and both me and my friend, who is great at drag racing, did several runs. Our fastest time was a 11.26 @ 62.3 MPH. I know this car wasn't designed to be the fastest, but it seems that is should be able to do 0-60 in less that 11 seconds. Any thoughts are welcome...