A.W.E. Tuning Releases FSI High Pressure Fuel Pump Upgrade!

[Alex/AWE]

We're obviously a little late to the game with this new product, but rest assured that is due to thoroughness on our part.

When we undertook this project well over a year ago, we did thorough research into how the OE system worked and how the OE parts were constructed. What we learned told us not to take this project lightly and to not make any assumptions regarding fitment tolerances or manufacturing steps. The last thing we wanted to release was a failure prone product, as the market was already suffering with other designs.

Our in depth testing and Quality Control steps revealed issues we were having with some of our subcontractors. If we had relied solely on the test parts we got from them, we would have released inconsistent and failure prone parts to the public. The problem with QC testing these parts is that they are very high tolerance, and beyond our means to check in house. So we have batches now checked by independent Testing Labs to ensure that what we are ordering is what we are actually getting.

Thankfully we were able to learn these pitfalls and develop our checking system without putting client cars at risk.

We also have taken steps to ensure that whoever is installing these high precision parts is doing it correctly. We designed some special tools that makes the procedure pretty much fool proof and they are included in the kit at no extra charge.

We've also made a comprehensive install video to further reduce the chance of confusion and failure due to installer error:

http://www.awe-tuning.com/page...P.cfm

We would like to thank the literally hundreds of people to date that have directly inquired about this product. We appreciate your patience and would like to celebrate the launch with a special sale price.

Normal retail pricing on this kit is $399.95

Special Holiday Release pricing is $359.95

More information here:

http://www.awe-tuning.com/pages/shar...ain&IL=fsihpfp

[acidrome]

good stuff AWE.

[AudiWxGuy]

I'll be going over my fuel system at Eurotech early next month. If it looks all good, the FP is going in!

[Sal_B7]

Dang i just installed my autotech fuel pump the other day!! But im loving it!! Awesome that you guys came out with this!

[Todd/AWE]

I'll be going over my fuel system at Eurotech early next month. If it looks all good, the FP is going in!

Yes, that is a great idea.

For those who do not know, there is a Technical Service Bulletin for most of the 2.0T FSI engines regarding cam and cam follower wear. It is mandatory that these factory parts be examined and verified as good before installing any HPFP.

The Technical Service Bulletin is on our site:

http://awe-tuning.com/pages/faq/awefaq_main.cfm?FAQ=85


Brian at Eurotech is a good guy! Tell him we say hello.

[Great White]

Good job guys.

[golfvdude]

Awesome! More, more parts!

[AudiWxGuy]

Yes, that is a great idea.

For those who do not know, there is a Technical Service Bulletin for most of the 2.0T FSI engines regarding cam and cam follower wear. It is mandatory that these factory parts be examined and verified as good before installing any HPFP.

The Technical Service Bulletin is on our site:

http://awe-tuning.com/pages/faq/awefaq_main.cfm?FAQ=85


Brian at Eurotech is a good guy! Tell him we say hello.

I spoke with him about it earlier today. Seems like a great guy. I'll be sure to tell him you guys said what's up.

[a4b7]

not only does it look like a good product..but that video brought it up a notch. You can't go wrong with this product. The video makes it look so easy to install. The only other questions is how hard is it to get to the fuel pump..or how to get to it? Is this something that should be done at the shop?..or a DIY?

[djvice]

I hate sounding like a newb...but to me that just looks like a couple of q-tips, a vile of honey, a suppository, and a kleenex to clean up afterwards.

Is that all an upgraded fuel pump is? I always thought it was something bigger or something.

[a4b7]

when does the sale price end?

[scottykenneth]

Now are High pressure fuel pumps neccessary to change to after you chip the car?

I have Revo Stg 2

[kooltechie]

Yes, that is a great idea.

For those who do not know, there is a Technical Service Bulletin for most of the 2.0T FSI engines regarding cam and cam follower wear. It is mandatory that these factory parts be examined and verified as good before installing any HPFP.

The Technical Service Bulletin is on our site:

http://awe-tuning.com/pages/faq/awefaq_main.cfm?FAQ=85


Brian at Eurotech is a good guy! Tell him we say hello.

the TSB includes the A4 w/ 2.0T FSI from 2005 to 2007.
should the 2008 models be checked as well or did Audi fix the problem for 2008 models?
TIA!

[RedS-line]

a lot of people with stage 2 seem to get fuel cuts. if you get a fuel cut, then the fuel pump should fix that problem as well as give some small gains. looks good awe!

[Audi Juice]

Is there a giac upgraded file that you offer to run with this? Great video by the way, and the kit looks very well engineered.

[johntesi]

Man I really want to do this upgrade and move on up to Revo Stage 2+!! Seems like there is a lot of power to be had with more fuel.
My main thing is getting the dealership to look at the darn cam lobe and admit that there is a problem. Anyone have any suggestions on how I go about getting this checked?

[agkellyboy]

Any cost for the GIAC HPFP file? Or just labor?

[ray-ray]

Yes, that is a great idea.

For those who do not know, there is a Technical Service Bulletin for most of the 2.0T FSI engines regarding cam and cam follower wear. It is mandatory that these factory parts be examined and verified as good before installing any HPFP.

The Technical Service Bulletin is on our site:

http://awe-tuning.com/pages/faq/awefaq_main.cfm?FAQ=85


Brian at Eurotech is a good guy! Tell him we say hello.

Hi Todd,

Don't know if you remember me but i ran your BT b6 a4 awe gt28r kit as a beta, local here with Jeff Moss.

Just wondering, how will this FSI HP Pump help out my b7 if I am already flashed with GIAC on my 2008 a4? thanks.

hope all is well over @ AWE.

[TurbousMaximus]

Hey, if your cam and follower are in good shape, will this keep them from going bad?

Also, i just got a flash from you guys last week with X-Chip, can this pump produce more power? Thanks.

[Sanjman]

as always... great service, great products, great prices! got any dyno charts yet or if they coming?

[matttl16]

i just bought a autotech pumk and kmd cam follower earlier today :(

[AudiWxGuy]

Any cost for the GIAC HPFP file? Or just labor?

At this time, there is no GIAC pump file. However, from what I am told, a file will be development shortly.

[Todd/AWE]

Is there a giac upgraded file that you offer to run with this? Great video by the way, and the kit looks very well engineered.

I hate to cross post to another forum, but this person did a nice write up of the actual pump removal:

http://www.golfmkv.net/blog/archives/6

[Eurotrash8]

Hey Todd,

I am planning on getting this HPFP for my B7 but I want to knwo forsure with this TSB out do I need to have it check out first?

I called my dealership and they said that they will not check it for free eventhough it is stillunder warranty. It needs to be a recall in order to check and replace if neccesary.

Is this true?

[Todd/AWE]

Hey Todd,

I am planning on getting this HPFP for my B7 but I want to knwo forsure with this TSB out do I need to have it check out first?

I called my dealership and they said that they will not check it for free eventhough it is stillunder warranty. It needs to be a recall in order to check and replace if neccesary.

Is this true?

Unless your car is displaying issues like pressure fault codes, you will not have much chance of getting a dealer to inspect these parts under warranty.

However, you must inspect these parts if you intend to install a HPFP.

If your independent shop takes things apart and find that there is already wear related to this TSB, you have the option of addressing the problems via your independent shop, or putting it all back together and then talking to your dealer.

Unfortunately, you may be back in the same situation where they will not touch the car under warranty until it throws codes. Audi requires the codes to be present before they will allow the dealer to submit it as a warranty claim.

If you find that there is wear present, it is a matter of time before the codes will pop up, but it there is no guarantee how long that will take.

I wish there was a simple answer, but this is the best we can offer, and it applies to all HPFPs on the market.

[Todd/AWE]

Hey, if your cam and follower are in good shape, will this keep them from going bad?

No. The cam and follower issue cannot be prevented with an aftermarket pump install.

Also, i just got a flash from you guys last week with X-Chip, can this pump produce more power? Thanks.

The X-chip works fine within the specs of the stock fuel pump so there are no gains to be seen by adding it. We are working with GIAC to produce a special file that can take advantage of what this pump can produce.

Otherwise, there is standard and special software from other manufacturers that can benefit from the addition of this pump.

[Todd/AWE]

the TSB includes the A4 w/ 2.0T FSI from 2005 to 2007.
should the 2008 models be checked as well or did Audi fix the problem for 2008 models?
TIA!

It is recommended that owners of all model years inspect these parts for good measure.

[Eurotrash8]

Is there anyway to speed up the wear process?

That seems really short sighted on Audi's part and just plan stupid. So there is a TSB out for this particle problem and indicates ALL vin codes for the following vehicles yet if this throughs codes and such a few months after warranty expires Im stuck with the bill to replace parts and labour?

Pardon my language but that is the stupidest fucking procedure to help save them money for a poor design to begin with on their part!

So do I get the HPFP or not.........thats my dilema.

[CZA420tAvant]

Great work AWE, and a great price. Video is perfect and clear. This might happen soon...

[Alex/AWE]

Happy New Year everyone.

To help kick off the new year, we've extended the Introductory Sale on our FSI Fuel Pumps until Friday January 9th.

All orders placed today will also be eligible for Free UPS Ground Shipping as part of our Week 4 Holiday Sale.

Let me know if you have any questions.

[Alex/AWE]

Just a friendly reminder that today is the last day to buy out 2.0T FSI Fuel Pump Upgrade for the Special Introductory Price.

These kits are in stock and ready to ship. Order before 2:00pm EST and have it shipped today!

[Audi Juice]

Im bummed that there is no Giac software to support this yet. Makes it hard for me justify ordering it right now. No one has an eta yet on it either? Hmmm

[AudiWxGuy]

AWE says they are working with GIAC to come up with a HPFP file. Be patient, my son.

[TinaTbolt]

i have GIAC as well :(

[acidrome]

me too =). Though there is no software available for the HPFP yet when I did install mine before going stg 3 I did feel improvement all throughout mid-range to redline. My car always pulled good when I normally got on it but once I swapped out my stock fuel pump for a HPFP my butt dyno def. felt an improvement and all the fuel cuts I was having was gone (even with a full car w/ the A/C on in the socal summer). It def. is a good investment certainly until you can take full advantage of it when the software is released.

[DownUnderSLine]

me too =). Though there is no software available for the HPFP yet when I did install mine before going stg 3 I did feel improvement all throughout mid-range to redline. My car always pulled good when I normally got on it but once I swapped out my stock fuel pump for a HPFP my butt dyno def. felt an improvement and all the fuel cuts I was having was gone (even with a full car w/ the A/C on in the socal summer). It def. is a good investment certainly until you can take full advantage of it when the software is released.

I would be VERY concerned about the fact that adding just a HPFP WITHOUT any respective mapping changes is providing a gain.

It means the current mapping is already beyond a sensible tune. ie: calling more fuel than the oem can provide and leaning out. Hence, fuel cuts and timing being pulled, far from optimal.

It's good that you've added the HPFP but what I'm pointing out is that running that tune without it would not be good for engine longevity...

[acidrome]

I would be VERY concerned about the fact that adding just a HPFP WITHOUT any respective mapping changes is providing a gain.

It means the current mapping is already beyond a sensible tune. ie: calling more fuel than the oem can provide and leaning out. Hence, fuel cuts and timing being pulled, far from optimal.

It's good that you've added the HPFP but what I'm pointing out is that running that tune without it would not be good for engine longevity...

I never said anything about gaining HP just by putting on the HPFP. I said my "butt dyno" felt my car pull more in mid-range rpm to redline which made it feel faster

Before I put the HPFP in (2~3 months outta the past 2 years of being chipped) I started to experience fuel cuts along with limp mode symptoms, knowing that it is def. due to the cam/cam lobe wear.
I tried multiple times to get the problem warrantied but NO dealership will warranty the problem unless you throw CEL codes for the cam (which I never did).
I then asked my dealer (who is mod-friendly) about changing the cam lobe myself and adding the HPFP if that would atleast solve the fuel cuts/limp mode my car started to go in and they said that might help.
Once I had it installed I was completely happy because as I mentioned earlier it seemed to solve all my problems (I just check it/change it every 5k). Not once did I ever experience a fuel cut/limp mode again.

As for running a HPFP with the stg 2 software I dont see how it can affect the longevity of your engine compare to running it with a sofware that is mapped for the HPFP, NO your car wont be any faster with out the proper software but it will eliminate any fuel cut/limp mode, which as the time is the purpose I intended to buy the HPFP for.

I dont have to worry about that anymore since im Stg 3 anyways.

[AWDTURBO]

AWE says they are working with GIAC to come up with a HPFP file. Be patient, my son.

and i cant wait

[DownUnderSLine]

I never said anything about gaining HP just by putting on the HPFP. I said my "butt dyno" felt my car pull more in mid-range rpm to redline which made it feel faster

Before I put the HPFP in (2~3 months outta the past 2 years of being chipped) I started to experience fuel cuts along with limp mode symptoms, knowing that it is def. due to the cam/cam lobe wear.
I tried multiple times to get the problem warrantied but NO dealership will warranty the problem unless you throw CEL codes for the cam (which I never did).
I then asked my dealer (who is mod-friendly) about changing the cam lobe myself and adding the HPFP if that would atleast solve the fuel cuts/limp mode my car started to go in and they said that might help.
Once I had it installed I was completely happy because as I mentioned earlier it seemed to solve all my problems (I just check it/change it every 5k). Not once did I ever experience a fuel cut/limp mode again.

As for running a HPFP with the stg 2 software I dont see how it can affect the longevity of your engine compare to running it with a sofware that is mapped for the HPFP, NO your car wont be any faster with out the proper software but it will eliminate any fuel cut/limp mode, which as the time is the purpose I intended to buy the HPFP for.

I dont have to worry about that anymore since im Stg 3 anyways.

Ah, ok - on that background, it clearly looks like you had an issue with the cam lobe and/or the oem pump. Replacing it with the HPFP got you back to where it should have been with a healthy fuel supply. And yes, the upcoming HPFP file will no doubt provide further gains.

I must also apologise for my last poorly worded statement in my previous post - one re-reading it, I didn't make sense.

What I was trying to say was that given you claimed (butt-dyno) improvements by adding just the HPFP, I'd be concerned about running that stage 2 software without the HPFP because the fuel mapping was calling more than the OEM pump could provide. That on the assumption that your OEM fuel system was in a healthy state..... which it wasn't.

All good ! Cheers

[agkellyboy]

Now that the sale is over, let's get that file!!!!!!!!