Description
Designed for Reliability, Engineered to Perform
The HPA IS38 Hybrid Turbo features a custom compressor and turbine wheel design capable of holding up to 450HP* with a flat torque curve from 3800 RPM to redline! HPA's turbo is a natural upgrade to IS38, IS20, and even IS12 equipped cars where the OEM units lose breath mid-way in the RPM range. Coupled with a major redesign of the OEM bearing housing, the HPA IS38 Hybrid turbo is the perfect upgrade for those looking for a significant performance boost with improved long-term reliability.
FEATURES:
- Supports up to 450HP
- Turbine 52mm/67mm
- Compressor 63mm/56mm
- Unrivaled reliability
- Direct bolt-on replacement with installation kit
- HPA Turbo inlet pipe included
- HPA silicone hose to adapt to factory airbox included
- HPA proprietary mixed-flow turbine wheel
- HPA proprietary CNC machined billet compressor wheel
- Precision CNC machined intake and exhaust housings
- Fully bearing housing and components
UNRIVALED RELIABILITY
The IHI IS series turbos have been known to restrict oil flow under sporty driving conditions which can cause premature failure of the bearings resulting in broken turbine shafts. This can lead to catastrophic engine failures due to oil and debris being pushed out into the exhaust system and igniting. The HPA IS38 Hybrid is an insurance against these types of failures.
PRECISION ENGINEERED
HPA has spent 4 years of research and development to completely rethink the bearing housing design. Each turbo requires precision CNC machining of the intake and exhaust housings and include an HPA proprietary mixed-flow turbine wheel, and CNC machined billet compressor wheel. All components are completely upgraded to ensure lubrication for both reliability and peace-of-mind.
OEM QUALITY
Each CHRA is built to meet or exceed the OEM quality specifications, with the individual components of the rotating group balanced on a Schenk Balancer. Once fully assembled, each complete CHRA assembly is balanced with a VSR Balancer ensuring a perfect assembly.
DIRECT BOLT-ON REPLACEMENT
The HPA IS38 Hybrid turbo upgrade has everything you will need for a simple and quick installation including turbo inlet pipe, and silicone hose to adapt to the factory airbox. An OEM diverter valve and OEM pre-calibrated wastegate actuator is also available should you require.
CHAMPIONSHIP WINNING TURBO UPGRADE
Area Motorsports has achieved remarkable success with their campaign of four VW GTI racecars, all equipped with HPA FR450 IS38 turbos. These formidable GTIs compete in the highly demanding 750 Club Enduro race series, where they face grueling 3-hour endurance races that push the limits of Performance and durability. HPA's FR450 turbo has proven its exceptional reliability and durability, propelling the team to secure the championship for an impressive three consecutive years. This serves as a testament to the winning performance and unmatched dependability of the FR450 turbo in the most demanding racing conditions.
Not for sale or use in the state of California on any pollution-controlled vehicle as per the California Air Resources Board.