W8 belly pan install.
04-15-2007, 04:28 PM
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W8 belly pan install.
I replaced my old destroyed belly pan with a new W8 passat one a couple weeks ago. All in all it was pretty straight forward and well worth the savings vs. the Audi part ($170+shipping vs $90 from the local VW dealer).
Anyway, here's old and new:
<img src="http://home.att.net/~huffmanb/IMG_4670.jpg">
As you can see they're pretty similar, and for the most part the VW one bolted right in. I was able to use the three bolts in the back that connect to the metal hanger/support and two in the front.
And here's the finished product:
<img src="http://home.att.net/~huffmanb/IMG_4686.jpg">
The only part that didn't really fit was the connection to the wheel well/fender liner. I ziptied it in for now, but is there another piece that works in connection with the clip shown in the foreground? Or do they just press in?
<img src="http://home.att.net/~huffmanb/IMG_4683.jpg">
I noticed a few things while I was under the car...the one that got my attention was this:
<img src="http://home.att.net/~huffmanb/IMG_4676.jpg">
<img src="http://home.att.net/~huffmanb/IMG_4678.jpg">
It's kinda hard to tell from the pics, but from what I recall it looked like this was part of the front subframe. I don't think this was caused by ice, so I think it must be from before I got the car. It's like a probably 1.5" long gouge in the support. Does this look like something to be concerned about?
And finally, it looks like I'm due for a new snub:
<img src="http://home.att.net/~huffmanb/IMG_4682.jpg">
Anyway, here's old and new:
<img src="http://home.att.net/~huffmanb/IMG_4670.jpg">
As you can see they're pretty similar, and for the most part the VW one bolted right in. I was able to use the three bolts in the back that connect to the metal hanger/support and two in the front.
And here's the finished product:
<img src="http://home.att.net/~huffmanb/IMG_4686.jpg">
The only part that didn't really fit was the connection to the wheel well/fender liner. I ziptied it in for now, but is there another piece that works in connection with the clip shown in the foreground? Or do they just press in?
<img src="http://home.att.net/~huffmanb/IMG_4683.jpg">
I noticed a few things while I was under the car...the one that got my attention was this:
<img src="http://home.att.net/~huffmanb/IMG_4676.jpg">
<img src="http://home.att.net/~huffmanb/IMG_4678.jpg">
It's kinda hard to tell from the pics, but from what I recall it looked like this was part of the front subframe. I don't think this was caused by ice, so I think it must be from before I got the car. It's like a probably 1.5" long gouge in the support. Does this look like something to be concerned about?
And finally, it looks like I'm due for a new snub:
<img src="http://home.att.net/~huffmanb/IMG_4682.jpg">
04-15-2007, 05:17 PM
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Nice work. Looks like the vents could help cool the turbo on a 1.8T...
and bring more air in for those that are running a Cold Air Intake.
Is the plastic on the W8 pan more rigid than the OEM?
Is the plastic on the W8 pan more rigid than the OEM?
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04-15-2007, 06:23 PM
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Might be a bit stiffer as the connection to the fender liners is one piece vs. the multi part
connection of the stock setup. I think the thickness of the plastic was pretty close though. Plus the original one has seen better days.
04-15-2007, 06:25 PM
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I plan on being there. I have mtgs all week with an important client, so hopefully we don't run
late. FYI, the motive bleeder I got was broken, so I'm awaiting delivery of a replacement. Should be here early this week.