{"product_id":"is38-hybrid-em25-550-ball-bearing-upgrade-turbocharger-for-vw-golf-mk7-7-5-audi-a3-s3-8v-ea888-3","title":"IS38 Hybrid EM25-550 Ball Bearing Upgrade Turbo for VW Golf MK7 \/ 7.5 \u0026 Audi A3 S3 8V (EA888.3)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #222;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eTake your EA888.3 engine to the next level with the \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0070f3;\"\u003eIS38 Hybrid EM25-550 Ball Bearing Upgrade Turbocharger\u003c\/strong\u003e from EM Performance. Designed as a direct bolt-on replacement for the factory IS38, this hybrid turbo features a billet compressor wheel, stainless steel exhaust housing, and a ball bearing center cartridge for faster spool, improved response, and serious horsepower gains on the \u003cstrong\u003eAudi A3\/S3\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAudi TT\/TTS\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eVW GTI\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eVW Golf R\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eVW Passat\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eVW CC\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003eCapable of supporting \u003cstrong\u003e450–550HP\u003c\/strong\u003e, the EM25-550 is engineered for enthusiasts looking to push their EA888 Gen 3 platform further while retaining OEM-style fitment and reliability. VSR balanced for smooth high-RPM operation, this turbo is the perfect upgrade for tuned street and track builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #0070f3; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e🚗 Compatibility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #0070f3; border-radius: 8px; padding: 16px 20px; margin-bottom: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"vertical-align: top; width: 50%; padding: 6px 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudi A3 8V (2015–2020)\u003c\/strong\u003e – EA888.3 2.0T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudi S3 8V (2015–2020)\u003c\/strong\u003e – EA888.3 2.0T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudi TT MK3 (2016–2022)\u003c\/strong\u003e – EA888.3 2.0T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudi TTS MK3 (2016–2022)\u003c\/strong\u003e – EA888.3 2.0T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVW GTI MK7 (2015–2017)\u003c\/strong\u003e – EA888.3 2.0T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVW GTI MK7.5 (2018–2021)\u003c\/strong\u003e – EA888.3 2.0T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"vertical-align: top; width: 50%; padding: 6px 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVW Golf R MK7 (2015–2017)\u003c\/strong\u003e – EA888.3 2.0T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVW Golf R MK7.5 (2018–2020)\u003c\/strong\u003e – EA888.3 2.0T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVW Passat B8 (2016–2022)\u003c\/strong\u003e – EA888.3 2.0T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVW CC (2015–2017)\u003c\/strong\u003e – EA888.3 2.0T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEA888 Gen 3 MQB Platform Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #0070f3;\"\u003e⭐ Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Bolt-On Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces the factory IS38 with no major modifications required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBillet Compressor Wheel:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-strength billet construction for improved airflow and durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel Exhaust Housing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to withstand high exhaust gas temperatures and demanding driving conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBall Bearing Center Cartridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faster spool, sharper throttle response, and increased reliability vs. journal bearing designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e450–550HP Capability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports tuned setups for serious power gains over stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVSR Balanced CHRA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibration Sort Rig balanced center housing rotating assembly for smooth high-RPM operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Actuator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Customize your setup based on your build requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #0070f3;\"\u003e🛠️ Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressor Wheel Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Billet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExhaust Housing Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompressor Wheel Inducer\/Exducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48 \/ 60mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurbine Wheel Inducer\/Exducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 54 \/ 49mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCenter Cartridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ball Bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActuator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Horsepower Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 450HP – 550HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #0070f3;\"\u003e📦 Package Includes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIS38 Hybrid EM25-550 Ball Bearing Turbocharger × \u003cstrong\u003e1\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #0070f3; border-radius: 8px; padding: 16px 20px; margin-top: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #0070f3; margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 18px; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware recalibration is required\u003c\/strong\u003e – please check with your tuning software provider before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation is highly recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional supporting modifications may be needed to safely achieve maximum horsepower potential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShips directly from EM Performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypically arrives in 7-14 business days.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot eligible for free shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLead times and inventory are based on EM Performance stock levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #0070f3; 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