Kerma Power Plus 165+ WHP Kit, ALH TDI (2000-2003 Golf, Jetta, New Beetle)
The complete, turn-key power package for your 1.9L ALH, engineered, proven, and dialed in so it works right the first time. This isn't a box of mismatched parts and a generic tune. Every component is matched to the others and backed by a custom calibration built for your exact configuration. The result is 165+ wheel horsepower and a major torque increase over stock, with factory-grade reliability, lower EGTs, and less smoke than kits costing far more.
Your car stays a daily driver. Just one with a lot more pulling power.
Proven, not promised. Dyno-tested with the S7 turbo and DLC764 nozzles, and featured in Diesel Power Magazine on a real customer Jetta. The results speak for themselves.
Diesel Power Magazine DYNO with S7 Turbo and DLC1019 nozzles
Everything's in the box:
Tuning that isn't "staged." We don't sell you a generic Stage-X file. Every calibration is personalized by our tuning department to your specific parts, with tighter boost control than any competing tuner, better-than-factory throttle response, no boost valve, and no endless datalogging and retunes. Buy more equipment from us later and the tune updates are free.
Choosing your kit: Base pricing covers automatic-transmission cars. Manual cars need a clutch built to hold the added torque. We recommend the South Bend Stage 2 Daily (Silent Design) with a 22 lb single-mass flywheel, the only solid-flywheel kit on the market that holds this kind of torque while staying as quiet as stock. Transmission stretch bolts, clutch lever, release clip, and pivot pin are all included. Stage 2 Endurance and Stage 3 Daily are available if you want a more aggressive clutch.
At checkout, select your injector, turbo, clutch, and turbo-adapter size. Early ALH (1998-mid-2001) also needs the ALH Turbo Retrofit Kit (+$75), and pre-2000 cars ship their ECU to us for programming (core-exchange available, just ask).
Fits:
One kit, one price, everything included. This package saves significantly over buying the parts separately. Add your options to the cart to see the combo discount (manufacturer pricing rules keep us from showing it up front). Don't be fooled by cheaper "kits" that nickel-and-dime you to the same result. Earn the red TDI badge and do it once, done right.
FAQ
How much power and torque does this kit add?
The kit is rated for 165+ wheel horsepower, roughly 67% over stock output, with a substantial torque gain that's what actually moves the car. The exact numbers depend on your turbo and nozzle choice.
Which turbo should I choose, VNT-17 or S7?
The VNT-17 is the proven, well-documented ALH upgrade. The S7 builds boost about 400 rpm sooner, which means stronger low-end torque and quicker response off the line, especially useful for towing or heavier daily driving.
Do I need a new clutch for this kit?
Only if you have a manual transmission. The added torque requires a heavier-duty clutch. We recommend the South Bend Stage 2 Daily for most daily drivers, with Stage 2 Endurance and Stage 3 Daily available for more aggressive use.
Will this kit work with my early ALH (1998-2001)?
Yes, with the ALH Turbo Retrofit Kit added at checkout (+$75). Cars built before 2000 also need to ship their ECU to us for programming, with core-exchange available.
Is this kit reliable for daily driving?
Yes. Every calibration is built specifically for your parts combination rather than a generic Stage-X file, which keeps boost control tight, EGTs lower, and smoke down compared to kits assembled from mismatched components.
