[RS GOLF]

I prefer the look of the 1.8T engine without the top cover, but by leaving it off, will it cause any problems?

here's a picture...

 

[Gti Fly]

Taking it off should make the engine run cooler, so you should gain about 15bhp by taking it off

 

[rivet58]

think of the HUGE weight saving too......plus the extra 15brake youve gained = r32 killer!

rivet58

 

[scarum]

and no vibrations!

 

[Gti Fly]

You forgot to say Astra Gsi Killer too

 

[Jonmurgie]

Or you could go Carbon Fibre.... soon to be available from Forge:

 

[scarum]

Wow! The ultimate in decadence!

 

[NikB]

I actually quite like that. If they made one for the TDi that would allow the upper strut brace to be in place that would be top notch.

 

[cage]

Already available from ABD Racing via Impossible performance.

Clicky

 

[Reflex TDI]

Quote: posted by NikB on 07/09/2004 20:26:53

I actually quite like that. If they made one for the TDi that would allow the upper strut brace to be in place that would be top notch.

Nik - I eventually fitted the Wiechers alloy strut brace from AAT and it clears the standard engine cover - just!

 

[Richard]

cage- do you mean the 1.8T covers are already available form ABD or the TDI ones are available from ABD?

 

[NikB]

Where do I find AAT?

 

[MikeTDI]

Quote: posted by NikB on 08/09/2004 08:30:25

Where do I find AAT?

http://www.advancedautosport.com/

im interested in a strut brace that clears the TDI cover too.

 

[RS GOLF]

Quote: posted by Jonmurgie on 07/09/2004 19:46:40

Or you could go Carbon Fibre.... soon to be available from Forge:

Not to sure about these covers as they tend to look a bit odd, if there isn't a few other carbon fibre items under the bonnet, but that is just my taste. The finish on the carbon fibre cover looks very good..

 

[The Walrus]

No you dont need it on just makes the engine bay look tidier thats all.

Take it off and get polishing

 

[rfsteel]

Presumably a bit of Peek polish will shine the alloy nicely ?

 

[The Walrus]

I just use a bit of spit personally and some elbow grease.

 

[Reflex TDI]

Quote: posted by MikeTDI on 08/09/2004 08:44:27

Quote: posted by NikB on 08/09/2004 08:30:25

Where do I find AAT?

http://www.advancedautosport.com/

im interested in a strut brace that clears the TDI cover too.

Nik/Mike - cost was ?99 or thereabouts - just beware;

(a) Lead time was over 2 months and AAT seem quite relaxed about shipping (I was warned of this from a seatcupra.net thread) so after the 6 week ETA I sent reminder emails and eventually the goods arrived.

(b) The brace rests against the cover but applies no pressure, and when the engine is revved this situation does not get worse. It took a bit of adjustment to get right.

(c) Don't expect a massive handling benefit. ARB's and bushes provide much better VFM.

I have some pics but cannot host so PM me with email address if this is of interest.

Manufacturer is http://www.wiechers-sport.de/ German for strut brace is Fahwerkstreben. Gott in Himmell Pig-Dog Schnell-Schnell! [)]

 

[cage]

Quote: posted by Richard on 08/09/2004 08:01:18

cage- do you mean the 1.8T covers are already available form ABD or the TDI ones are available from ABD?

For the 1.8T, I suppose companies will only develope Carbon Fibre engine covers for the TDi's if they have enough interest/demand for it.

 

[tylerama]

Quote: posted by Gti Fly on 07/09/2004 19:41:40

Taking it off should make the engine run cooler, so you should gain about 15bhp by taking it off

Are you takin the pee matey ? 15bhp ? Surely not.. unless you've managed to fool me ! []