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Upgrade your 2000–2005 VW 1.8L Turbo engine with the Fluidampr Performance Damper (Part #551201) to improve reliability and control harmful crankshaft torsional vibrations. Over time, stock rubber dampers can degrade, especially under performance conditions, allowing destructive vibrations to increase. The Fluidampr viscous damper effectively reduces these vibrations, protecting critical engine components such as main bearings, timing gears, and crankshafts, while improving overall smoothness and valvetrain accuracy.
Unlike traditional rubber dampers, Fluidampr automatically adapts to any engine modification and continuously self-tunes in real time across the full RPM range. Each damper is precision CNC-machined, computer balanced, and built to last—requiring no tuning, maintenance, or rebuilding.
Reduces crankshaft torsional vibrations across the RPM range
Extends the life of bearings, timing components, and crankshafts
Improves engine balance and valvetrain accuracy
Automatically adapts to performance modifications
Precision CNC-machined and computer balanced
Maintenance-free, rebuild-free design
SFI 18.1 certified for safety and performance
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 551201 |
| Fitment | 2000–2005 VW 1.8L Turbo (4-bolt crank pulley) |
| Bore Diameter | 1.1823" |
| Degree Marking Range | 1 timing mark |
| Degree Markings | Engraved |
| Engine Balance | Internal |
| Finish | Black Zinc |
| Keyway | Not Applicable |
| Length | 1.743" |
| Material | Steel |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Outside Diameter | 5-5/8" |
| Safety Rating | SFI 18.1 |
| Weight / Rotating Weight | 6.1 lbs / 4.1 lbs |
2000–2005 VW 1.8L Turbo (4-bolt crank pulley)
