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Offline maxie

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engine cover
« 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
« Last Edit: 05 October 2017, 17:13 by maxie »

Offline mcmaddy

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Re: engine cover
« Reply #1 on: 05 October 2017, 17:22 »
Both have an engine cover!
TCR, Pure Grey, DCC, Dynaudio and Climate Screen.

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Re: engine cover
« Reply #2 on: 05 October 2017, 17:30 »
Both have an engine cover!

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

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Re: engine cover
« Reply #3 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.
TCR, Pure Grey, DCC, Dynaudio and Climate Screen.

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Re: engine cover
« Reply #4 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?