{"product_id":"unitronic-performance-downpipe-1-8tsi-mqb-ea888-3-fwd","title":"Unitronic Performance Catted Downpipe - Audi A3 \/ Golf 1.8TSI FWD 2015-2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Unitronic Performance Downpipe for 1.8TSI MQB EA888.3 FWD vehicles is a direct bolt-on upgrade designed to optimally eliminate unwanted restrictions in the factory downpipe reduce turbo lag and enhance the exhaust note. It utilizes a 5? 400cpsi ultra high output (UHO+) catalytic converter designed in partnership with Unitronic from our emissions partners at Global Emissions Systems Inc (GESi).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaired with Unitronic Stage 2 Performance Software and other supporting bolt-ons this Performance Downpipe helps yield maximum power gains.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWarranty Registration is \u003cb\u003eREQUIRED\u003c\/b\u003e for all products integrating GESi Catalyst(s) \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.getunitronic.com\/gesi-registration\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlock\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlockTextWrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textTitle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures \/ Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlockTextDescription\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGESi 5” G-Sport UHO+ 400cpsi Catalytic Converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets or exceeds local testing standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCFD Optimized Upper Downpipe Castings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTIG-welded construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory catalyst placement for maximum efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOxygen Sensor provision maintained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM-style corrugated mesh flex bellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-on fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhanced exhaust note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducers available for factory or upgraded cat-back systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlock\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlockTextWrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textTitle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlockTextDescription\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnitronic Performance Downpipe Featuring GESi 5” G-Sport Ultra High Output UHO+ 400cpsi Catalytic Converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x V-band clamps and centering rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Stainless steel midpipe section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Stainless steel exhaust reducer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlock\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlockTextWrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textTitle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequired Software\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlockTextDescription\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStage 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pattersonperformanceparts.com\/products\/carbon-fiber-intake-system-with-air-duct-for-1-8-2-0-tsi-gen3-mqb\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCarbon Fiber Intake System With Air Duct For 1.8\/2.0 TSI Gen3 MQB\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pattersonperformanceparts.com\/products\/unitronic-charge-pipe-kit-for-1-8-2-0-tsi-mqb\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCharge Pipe Upgrade Kit For MQB\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pattersonperformanceparts.com\/products\/unitronic-intercooler-upgrade-for-mqb-and-8y-s3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eIntercooler Upgrade Kit for 1.8 and 2.0 TSI Gen3 MQB and 8Y S3 by Unitronic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textWrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textTitle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeets or Exceeds Local Testing Standards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"testingDataImageWrapper\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"dsc0334731820gen3mqbdownpiperev2web.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getunitronic.com\/hardware\/images\/UH074-EXA\/meetsorexceedslocaltestingstandards\/dsc0334731820gen3mqbdownpiperev2web.jpg\" class=\"modalImage\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlockTextDescription\"\u003eWhile working closely with GESi through several iterations of their G-Sport Emissions Systems Catalytic Converters over the years, our goal once again was to ensure this product would satisfy our compliance demands, while fulfilling Unitronic's performance related goals. The engineering team quickly opted for a GESi 5\" UHO+ converter for this Performance Downpipe, which met the requirements for the 1.8TSI MQB EA888.3 engine, while being rated for a massive 1000HP.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlockTextDescription\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textWrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textTitle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnbeatable Design and Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"testingDataImageWrapper\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"dsc034162uh074exagen3mqbdownpiperev2web.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getunitronic.com\/hardware\/images\/UH074-EXA\/unbeatabledesignandconstruction\/dsc034162uh074exagen3mqbdownpiperev2web.jpg\" class=\"modalImage\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlockTextDescription\"\u003eIn order to meet the power demands of the 1.8TSI MQB EA888.3 engine, Unitronic designed and incorporated high quality CFD optimized castings in the upper downpipe section which are heat resistant and provide exceptional flow into the large 5\" catalytic converter. Exhaust gasses continue through the OEM-style corrugated mesh flex bellow into the stainless steel midpipe section and reducer, all secured by v-band clamps and centering rings.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlockTextDescription\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textWrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textTitle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSealing V-Band Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"testingDataImageWrapper\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"chromeuh047examk75gtiturboback1downpipe7.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getunitronic.com\/hardware\/images\/UH074-EXA\/sealingvbanddesign\/chromeuh047examk75gtiturboback1downpipe7.jpg\" class=\"modalImage\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subBlockTextDescription\"\u003eUnique V-Band Fastening System Featuring Clampco® Clamps which maintains perfect alignment while ensuring a leakproof connection. 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Using 3D modeling technology, Unitronic's Downpipe features precise fitment allowing it to be installed within a matter of hours with moderate mechanical knowledge and tools.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unitronic","offers":[{"title":"1.8\/2.0TSI Gen1\/3 FWD 60mm","offer_id":51856322560286,"sku":"UH074-EXA","price":2099.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\" V-Band Adapter To Straight","offer_id":51856322593054,"sku":"UH074-EXA","price":2099.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unitronic Turbo-Back Link (+$75)","offer_id":51856322625822,"sku":"UH074-EXA","price":2174.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2076\/8493\/files\/uh07374757677examqbgen3rev2dphighlights3web_e63dc2f1-0466-4f9b-b7ad-08d0ea7ba11a.jpg?v=1776203366","url":"https:\/\/pattersonperformanceparts.com\/products\/unitronic-performance-downpipe-1-8tsi-mqb-ea888-3-fwd","provider":"Patterson Performance Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}