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Model specific boards => Golf mk4 => Golf mk4 how to guides + info => Topic started by: richw911 on 29 July 2008, 23:03
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The point of this mod is to remove all the excess plastic inside the stock air box to create the most volume for air to flow through and to remove anything that would create air turbulence.
You should the difference with this mod however there is a lot of debate on here and other sites as to whether it does work or not. Horses for courses - make your own mind up.
This is the inside of the stock air box. (Its actually a bora airbox so yours will be a bit different!! ) Note the small drill holes.
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t318/richw911/stockairbox1.jpg)
If you look through the side of the air box where the 'snorkel' attaches you can see all the plastic that air has to maneuver over and around.
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t318/richw911/stockairbox2.jpg)
Use wire cutters to cut as much of this excess plastic out as you can, then sand what is left down level and smooth with the Dremel/chisel.
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t318/richw911/stockairbox3.jpg)
This is what the air box will look like after all that is removed and sanded. It is not pretty, but it is functional.
Use the drill to place a few more small drain holes.
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t318/richw911/airboxmod4.jpg)
The R32 DSG intake is also a nice little mod lets more cold air into your airbox as its a lot bigger.
: http://www.vwspeed.co.uk/volkswagen/vw-parts/DSG_Genuine_VW_Intake_Kit-2260-19.html
Mk4 Golf R32 DSG Intake Upgrade parts from vw:
-Adjuster 1J0805965EB41
-Air duct 1J0805962GB41
-Pipe 1J0129609G
Its fairly straightforward to fit,
unlock car
open bonnet
remove torx screws (T20) within each arch liner (4) (need to turn the wheel lock to lock for each side
remove the two outer lower grills and remove torx screws (T30)
unclip the grill - 3 clips along the bottom, two on the top at each side (you can then just leave it hanging
remove the 5 screws and then pull the bumper off
disconnect battery and remove
unclip headlight wiring and undo 4 torx screws and remove headlight
unclip airbox hose
undo airbox cover
undo bolt holding down airbox and remove airbox
remove old pipe
for the intake part behind the headligh there are three plastic pop rivets - use a thin screwdriver and push the middle out of each of them (stand in front of the car) and then remove
mark out where you need to cut the airbox (to take the larger pipe)
Fitting is reversal of removal :afro:
Few pics of the difference in size:
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t318/richw911/forum/dsg1.jpg)
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t318/richw911/forum/dsg2.jpg) :shocked: :afro:
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what panel filer would be recommending to use with this mod?
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what panel filer would be recommending to use with this mod?
Pipercross : http://www.thepipercrossshop.co.uk/paneldisplay.asp?model=613&kit=2897
:wink:
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couple of questions, first off the base of my airbox looks nothing like that one pictured :huh:well the difference is the part on the left, the only hole in it is the same as the one on the right.
also the small holes put into it, are they just extra drainage holes for water?
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couple of questions, first off the base of my airbox looks nothing like that one pictured :huh:well the difference is the part on the left, the only hole in it is the same as the one on the right.
also the small holes put into it, are they just extra drainage holes for water?
are you lookin at the box the right way round sorry to be rude but they shud all b the same.
yes
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couple of questions, first off the base of my airbox looks nothing like that one pictured :huh:well the difference is the part on the left, the only hole in it is the same as the one on the right.
also the small holes put into it, are they just extra drainage holes for water?
Quote from thread " Its actually a bora airbox so yours will be a bit different!! " :wink:
You don't have to drill holes if you dont want to. :smiley:
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also the small holes put into it, are they just extra drainage holes for water?
No, to allow more air in, and sounds different becuase it sucks through the small holes, and water should definitely not get into the air box.
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I have had problems with this, i understand where the airbox sits and the intake pipe but the other parts, what are they for ?
I cant figure out where the adjuster and air duct sit, i have ther32 front bumper
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I have had problems with this, i understand where the airbox sits and the intake pipe but the other parts, what are they for ?
I cant figure out where the adjuster and air duct sit, i have ther32 front bumper
The other part go's around by the headlight. :smiley:
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Is there a pic of it so i can see how it fits. Really stuck with putting it together
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Is there a pic of it so i can see how it fits. Really stuck with putting it together
http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=2772457
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Where does the air come in as i fitted it and all i can see is a enclosed box around the headlight and my headlight is very close to the bumper so no air flow ?
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Currently using a BMC CDA but after reading this guide i'm thinking about scrapping it. Ordered a pipercross filter and going to smooth my airbox today.
Would you say i'd get a bigger power increase with this method as opposed to the cda?
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Mk4 Golf R32 DSG Intake Upgrade parts from vw:
-Adjuster 1J0805965EB41
-Air duct 1J0805962GB41
-Pipe 1J0129609G
Are these part numbers right?
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Mk4 Golf R32 DSG Intake Upgrade parts from vw:
-Adjuster 1J0805965EB41
-Air duct 1J0805962GB41
-Pipe 1J0129609G
Are these part numbers right?
yes these are correct :rolleyes:
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Mk4 Golf R32 DSG Intake Upgrade parts from vw:
-Adjuster 1J0805965EB41
-Air duct 1J0805962GB41
-Pipe 1J0129609G
Are these part numbers right?
yes these are correct :rolleyes:
My local VWs cant find the parts with this number?
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Mine did yesterday? Picked them up today.
Cooks in Peterborough FTW! :grin:
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Mk4 Golf R32 DSG Intake Upgrade parts from vw:
-Adjuster 1J0805965EB41
-Air duct 1J0805962GB41
-Pipe 1J0129609G
Are these part numbers right?
yes these are correct :rolleyes:
My local VWs cant find the parts with this number?
:rolleyes: typical vw have you a branch of trade parts specialists near you? give them a try
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Mk4 Golf R32 DSG Intake Upgrade parts from vw:
-Adjuster 1J0805965EB41
-Air duct 1J0805962GB41
-Pipe 1J0129609G
Are these part numbers right?
yes these are correct :rolleyes:
My local VWs cant find the parts with this number?
:rolleyes: typical vw have you a branch of trade parts specialists near you? give them a try
My local TPS don't trade to the public so need to ordered via my mechanic.
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Mk4 Golf R32 DSG Intake Upgrade parts from vw:
-Adjuster 1J0805965EB41
-Air duct 1J0805962GB41
-Pipe 1J0129609G
Are these part numbers right?
yes these are correct :rolleyes:
My local VWs cant find the parts with this number?
:rolleyes: typical vw have you a branch of trade parts specialists near you? give them a try
My local TPS don't trade to the public so need to ordered via my mechanic.
they should do thats the whole idea of them :huh:
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Mk4 Golf R32 DSG Intake Upgrade parts from vw:
-Adjuster 1J0805965EB41
-Air duct 1J0805962GB41
-Pipe 1J0129609G
Are these part numbers right?
yes these are correct :rolleyes:
My local VWs cant find the parts with this number?
:rolleyes: typical vw have you a branch of trade parts specialists near you? give them a try
My local TPS don't trade to the public so need to ordered via my mechanic.
they should do thats the whole idea of them :huh:
Nope - http://www.clubgti.com/forum/showthread.php?t=184528
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interesting that i just thought you could walk into any branch the one up here in newcastle is fine can order anything you like
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looking at going back to OEM with mine so the links and numbers will come in useful, cheers :wink:
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looking at going back to OEM with mine so the links and numbers will come in useful, cheers :wink:
:cool: :cool:
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how about putting a filter sock over the pipe inside the box? so then just cut the box away around it. end result induction kit using the standard trumpt
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my m8 is giving me a r32 airbox will it fit in to the gti aum??
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to awnser my own question yes you can, just fitted one lol
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to awnser my own question yes you can, just fitted one lol
Did you need the R32 MAF?
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Priced this up recently. The parts are over £70 from VW now!!!! :embarassed: :sick:
I managed to get them from TPS for £55 :cool: :smiley:
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for the 3 parts?!!!
jeez.
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to awnser my own question yes you can, just fitted one lol
Did you need the R32 MAF?
yer i did m8
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for the 3 parts?!!!
jeez.
Yup. I'd suggest anyone doing this gets a new set of 3x pop rivets "N 0385501" as you will lose them! :grin: