{"product_id":"discharge-flange-gasket-vibrant-1444g","title":"Discharge Flange Gasket - Vibrant 1444G","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDischarge Flange Gasket\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K03 and K04 turbos found on many VW, Audi and other small-displacement turbo cars bolt to the downpipe with a four-bolt discharge flange, and that joint takes the full heat of the exhaust coming off the turbine. A tired gasket there leaks, ticks under boost and can cost you spool. Vibrant's 1444G is a stainless steel replacement shaped for the K03\/K04 four-bolt turbine outlet, with 10.89 mm bolt holes, and it matches Vibrant's own 14440 discharge flange for custom downpipe builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: Vibrant 1444G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits: K03\/K04 4-bolt discharge (turbine outlet) flange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching flange: Vibrant 14440\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt hole size: 10.89 mm (0.43 in.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 1-year limited\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean both flange faces down to bare metal and check them for warping with a straightedge, since a bent downpipe flange will leak with any gasket. Use a new gasket every time the joint comes apart. Tighten the four nuts evenly in a crisscross pattern, and recheck them after the first few heat cycles once the gasket has settled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill this fit a 5-bolt K04 outlet?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This gasket is for the 4-bolt K03\/K04 discharge flange pattern only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShould I replace it every time?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce compressed, a metal gasket will not seal as reliably a second time. Replace it whenever the downpipe comes off, and keep a spare on hand if you swap downpipes or test pipes often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this for the turbo inlet or outlet?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is for the discharge, which is the turbine outlet side that connects to the downpipe. The compressor inlet and outlet use different connections entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment: Universal. Confirm the sizes and thread types listed above against your application before ordering.\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Performance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45243057307931,"sku":"1444G","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5213\/5195\/files\/1444G_WEBL_ddf92769-9bcd-4d9d-bb67-da9e82f74833.jpg?v=1686317079","url":"https:\/\/www.radiantspeedworks.com\/products\/discharge-flange-gasket-vibrant-1444g","provider":"Radiant Speed Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}