For the MK7-based Audi S1 (8X chassis, EA888 2.0T), this AIRTEC torque mount replaces the soft factory lower gearbox mount to tighten driveline response - no coding, no mods, just bolt-on precision.
Stage 1 & stage 2 fit: Works with stock tune, decat downpipes, and most fast road or track day power levels
Billet aluminium body + purple polyurethane bush: Stiffer than OEM, less deflection than rubber, more feedback than solid mounts
Reduces wheel hop, improves shift feel, sharpens throttle response - especially under hard launch or mid-corner acceleration
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Yes, cabin NVH increases slightly - that’s the sound of your drivetrain talking back. Because race car.
