{"product_id":"turbo-manifold-ss-97-05-vw-passat-b5-1-8t-20v-k03-k04-equal-length","title":"97-05 VW Passat B5 1.8T Turbo Manifold Stainless Steel K03\/K04","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e97–05 VW Passat B5 1.8T Turbo Manifold Stainless Steel K03\/K04\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCast stainless steel turbo manifold engineered for K03 and K04 turbos on the B5 1.8T platform.\u003c\/strong\u003e Purpose-built to replace worn OEM cast iron units with superior heat resistance and durability. Direct bolt-on construction eliminates guesswork on fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-indicators\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Stainless Steel Construction\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Ships from FL Warehouse\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ K03\/K04 Compatible\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"design-features\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel core\u003c\/strong\u003e – Resists thermal stress and corrosion better than cast iron, handles high-boost applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual turbo compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e – Works with both K03 and K04 turbos on the same bolt pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM flange design\u003c\/strong\u003e – Bolts directly to factory mounting points with no modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: Direct-fit turbo manifold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurbo Compatibility: K03, K04\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eTurbo manifold assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to pull the engine or drop the subframe to install this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation approach depends on your turbo setup and engine bay clearance. Many B5 owners handle this with the engine in the car, but tight quarters mean patience and the right socket set. Have a service manual handy before you start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this manifold work if I upgrade from a K03 to a K04 later?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both turbos bolt to the same flange pattern on this manifold, so you can swap turbos down the line without replacing the manifold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this need paint or any prep before I bolt it on?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel doesn't rust, but it can discolor under high heat. If appearance matters, ceramic or high-temp coating is optional—not required for function. Install as-is if you're after performance only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45874675810538,"sku":"K2-12464-VW-006-TCMP","price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0477\/0427\/7142\/files\/TM-B5-K04-1.jpg?v=1772791463","url":"https:\/\/www.k2-industries.com\/en-gb\/products\/turbo-manifold-ss-97-05-vw-passat-b5-1-8t-20v-k03-k04-equal-length","provider":"K2 Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}