VW Golf MK7 R Turbo Inlet Elbow Muffler Delete with Aluminum Pipe
Upgrade your VW Golf MK7 R with the Racingline R600 Turbo Inlet Elbow – a high-flow aluminum pipe engineered to replace the factory inlet and unleash the turbo’s true potential. CNC machined from billet aluminum and finished in black, this elbow removes the bottleneck that limits airflow, delivering quicker throttle response and a more aggressive turbo spool without requiring a complicated install.
Why this matters for your setup: the stock inlet narrows the path before the turbo, creating turbulence and restricting the air charge. Replacing it with a large-diameter, low-restriction elbow lets your high-flow intake system breathe easier, translating to more responsive turbo behavior and improved overall performance. It’s a straightforward upgrade for IS12, IS20, and IS38 IHI turbochargers on the Golf MK7 family and compatible models, turning potential into real-world gains.
The OEM muffler inside the factory inlet is a known bottleneck. By swapping to the R600 Turbo Inlet Elbow, you reduce restriction and turbulence, improving the efficiency of the intake charge. The result is a crisper throttle feel, enhanced turbo spooling sound, and better transition from part-throttle to full boost—especially when paired with a Racingline R600 Cold Air Intake or other aftermarket intakes.
Benefits & Tips
- Increased air flow into the turbo for quicker boost response and more efficient operation when used with high-flow intake systems.
- Eliminates the restrictive OEM muffler in the inlet, promoting smoother airflow and less turbulence thanks to a single-billet aluminum design.
- Supports plug-and-play installation and works well with the Racingline R600 intake family to maximize performance potential.
Product specifications
- Part: R600 Turbo Inlet Elbow (VWR12G7R600ITINLET)
- Material: Aluminum
- Color: Black
- Plug & Play installation
- Inner diameter (total): approx. 65 mm (standard part constriction: approx. 53 mm)
- Inner diameter input turbocharger: approx. 53 mm (standard part: approx. 48 mm)
- Inner diameter intake: approx. 65 mm (standard part: approx. 62 mm)
- Fits turbochargers: IS12, IS20, IS38 IHI
- OEM reference: MK7
- Origin: Mainland China
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 15 cm x 20 cm x 15 cm
- Estimated weight: 1 kg
Vehicle fitment
- FOR Volkswagen: Golf MK7 GTI 1.8T
- FOR Volkswagen: Golf MK7 Hatchback 2.0T
- FOR Volkswagen: Golf MK7 Sportwagen Gen3 2.0T
- FOR Volkswagen: Golf Mk7/7.5 R 2.0T
- FOR Audi: S3 8V Quattro 2.0 T
- FOR Audi: A3 8V FWD 1.8T
- FOR Audi: A3 8V Quattro 2.0 T
- FOR Audi: TT/TTS MK3 2.0T 2014+
- FOR SEAT: Leon MK3 1.8T
- FOR SEAT: Leon MK3 2.0T
- FOR SEAT: Cupra 5F 1.8T
- FOR SEAT: Cupra 5F 2.0T
- FOR Skoda: Octavia MK3 1.8T
- FOR Skoda: Octavia MK3 2.0T
- FOR Skoda vRS 5E 1.8T
- FOR Skoda vRS 5E 2.0T
Package includes:
- 1 x R600 Turbo Inlet Elbow - VWR12G7R600ITINLET
Warnings / reminders
- Compatibility primarily covers IS12, IS20, and IS38 IHI turbochargers listed in the fitment section. Please verify your turbo model before purchase.
- Ensure proper seal with your intake system to maintain performance gains and preventing leaks.
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