Racingline Turbo Inlet Pipe Kit EA888.3 / EA888.3B

RacingLine Boost Pipe Kit – 2.0 TSI EA888.3 MQB

The RacingLine Boost Pipe Kit VWR140012 is a high-quality hard pipe kit for compressed air, developed for 2.0 TSI and 1.8 TSI EA888 Gen.3 / Gen.3B MQB vehicles.

The kit replaces the restrictive and potentially problematic factory pipes in the air path between the turbocharger, intercooler, and throttle body. The goal is smoother, more continuous airflow, less turbulence, and more reliable operation under high pressure.

Factory components in this area are often a compromise between cost, noise, and serial production use. With software tuning, higher boost, or aggressive driving, they can become a limitation. RacingLine addresses this with a smoother airflow path, optimized placement, and stronger construction.

Thanks to reduced resistance, the turbocharger operates more efficiently and can move a larger volume of air with fewer losses. This aids in faster spooling, better response, and more stable air delivery to the engine.

The hard pipes are made from a single piece of mandrel-bent 6000 series aluminum, with a thin-wall construction and 60 mm outer diameter. This ensures maximum smooth airflow without unnecessary internal restrictions.

The kit is a direct replacement for factory components and requires no cutting or drilling. Installation is fully reversible, and the included mounting hardware is selected to ensure a precise and stable fitment.

Key Advantages

• Developed for 2.0 TSI and 1.8 TSI EA888 Gen.3 / Gen.3B MQB
• Replaces restrictive factory compressed air pipes
• Smoother and continuous airflow path between turbo, intercooler, and throttle
• Reduces resistance and turbulence
• Helps the turbocharger operate more efficiently
• Aids in faster turbo spooling
• Crisper turbocharger sound
• Suitable for standard and tuned vehicles
• 60 mm hard aluminum pipes
• Mandrel-bent 6000 series aluminum
• Thin-wall construction for maximum smooth airflow
• TIG welded mounting brackets for precise and stable installation
• Beaded ends to prevent hoses from blowing off under high pressure
• Hand-polished and black anodized pipes
• Laser-etched RacingLine logo
• Direct OEM replacement
• Installation without cutting or drilling

3-Piece Kit

• Hard aluminum pipe from turbo outlet to intercooler
• Hard aluminum pipe from intercooler outlet to throttle body
• Reinforced silicone hose to turbo outlet

Construction

• Mandrel-bent aluminum hard pipes
• 6000 series aluminum
• 60 mm outer diameter
• Thin-wall construction for optimal internal flow
• TIG welded mounting brackets
• Reinforced multi-ply silicone hose
• Internal steel reinforcement for silicone hose
• High temperature and high pressure resistance
• Mikalor stainless steel clamp
• OEM rubber mounting bushings and new bolts included in the kit

Suitable for

• VW Golf 7 / 7.5 R – 2013–2020
• VW Golf 7 / 7.5 GTI & Clubsport – 2013–2020
• VW Golf 7 / 7.5 1.8 TSI – 2013–2020
• VW Passat B8 2.0 TSI – 2015+
• VW Arteon 2.0 TSI – 2017–2020
• VW T-Roc 2.0 TSI – 2017–2022
• VW Tiguan II 2.0 TSI – 2016–2020
• VW Jetta / GLI 7 – 2018+
• Audi S3 8V – 2013–2020
• Audi A3 8V 2.0 TSI / 1.8 TSI – 2013–2020
• Audi TT 8S – 2014+
• SEAT Leon Cupra MQB
• Skoda Octavia vRS MQB

Recommended Combination

• For best results, RacingLine recommends combining the kit with the RacingLine Boost Hose Kit VWR140004.
• The Boost Hose Kit replaces the factory rubber hoses with reinforced silicone hoses featuring a smooth airflow path and internal reinforcement.

Important

• The kit is designed for VWG MQB 2.0 TSI / 1.8 TSI EA888 Gen.3 and Gen.3B vehicles.
• Installation requires no cutting or drilling and is fully reversible.
• It is recommended to check compatibility by model, year, and engine before ordering.
• For maximum effect, it can be combined with a RacingLine intake system, turbo inlet, intercooler, boost hose kit, and software upgrade.