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Model specific boards => Golf mk7 => Topic started by: maxie on 05 October 2017, 11:58

Title: engine cover
Post by: maxie on 05 October 2017, 11:58

hi all, i've just been watching this video and the engine cover is on the gtd but not gti.. lol

one has battery cover and one doesn't

https://youtu.be/Y3L3gDus4Wk

Title: Re: engine cover
Post by: mcmaddy on 05 October 2017, 17:22

Both have an engine cover!

Title: Re: engine cover
Post by: maxie on 05 October 2017, 17:30

Quote from: mcmaddy on 05 October 2017, 17:22

Both have an engine cover!

the gti is missing 1/2 off it is it not(front portion)?

Title: Re: engine cover
Post by: mcmaddy on 06 October 2017, 10:56

Earlier 7 models had this but since the mid life change in 2014 the GTi has never had this part. Weight or cost saving take your pick 😃. A few guys and girls have added the front cover.

Title: Re: engine cover
Post by: Vwjap on 06 October 2017, 11:21

Is the battery cover there to keep the battery warmer in winter months because diesels draw more wham starting?