Front plate removal write-up...

a_o_smith · 07-11-2006, 12:02 AM

I bought my car with a front plate installed, Michigan does not require one so i wanted ot get rid of it.

Step 1:
Remove the screws holding the plate to the bracket.

Step 2:
Drill out the rivets holding the bracket to the filler panel. Drill just enough so the tops pop off.

Step 3:
Now that the bracket is gone the filler panel needs to be removed (because it has some nasty holes in it.) It is held in place by 12 tabs.

Step 4:
Now you have to replace this filler panel. The part number is BN0807285. It runs $105 unpainted from my local part dept. You could also call Claire Parts and get it for a hell of a lot less (800)354-5100.

Bondo the panel instead:
Bondo is pretty easy and given the size of the holes its a good place to start.

80020vr6 · 07-11-2006, 12:19 AM

Seneb · 07-11-2006, 12:27 AM

nikhil · 07-11-2006, 05:09 AM

go to Lowe's, and you'll find small plastic plugs that fit those holes perfectly. you can paint the plugs so that they're barely noticeable!

02TTK04 · 07-11-2006, 06:25 AM

XCLR8TT · 07-11-2006, 07:11 AM

a_o_smith · 07-11-2006, 11:39 AM

XCLR8TT · 07-11-2006, 11:59 AM

nikhil · 07-11-2006, 02:53 PM

unfortunately i don't have pictures from when I did this on my first TT, but I *think* Steve (Schwing) has a few of his car in his Fotki..

furiousgeorge · 07-11-2006, 05:53 PM

07-11-2006, 12:02 AM	#1
a_o_smith AudiWorld Super User Account #: 73987 Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 11,154	Front plate removal write-up... I bought my car with a front plate installed, Michigan does not require one so i wanted ot get rid of it. Step 1: Remove the screws holding the plate to the bracket. Step 2: Drill out the rivets holding the bracket to the filler panel. Drill just enough so the tops pop off. Step 3: Now that the bracket is gone the filler panel needs to be removed (because it has some nasty holes in it.) It is held in place by 12 tabs. Step 4: Now you have to replace this filler panel. The part number is BN0807285. It runs $105 unpainted from my local part dept. You could also call Claire Parts and get it for a hell of a lot less (800)354-5100. Bondo the panel instead: Bondo is pretty easy and given the size of the holes its a good place to start. __________________ Present: 2001 TT 225hp TQM, Valentine One, K40 laser diffuser, and an L7 in the trunk 2008 CBR600RR, Graffiti, integrated tail, F/E, PCIII & exhaust on the way Past: 2001 ming 2.8 >>[?] means i have no idea what im talking about >>My tech articles: tip recode for everyone, dissable running lights, O2 sensor replacement, Lemmiwinks explanation, TT sub install >Questions on theses? email me: aosmith@gmail >>pic poster >>>Manual Tranny Tips, TT Front Plate Removal >>>>Linkedin

07-11-2006, 12:19 AM	#2
80020vr6 New Member Account #: 110399 Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 33	Can you remove the filler panel without taking the bumper off?

07-11-2006, 12:27 AM	#3
Seneb Member Account #: 73514 Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 4,150	yup, snaps in. __________________ 2001 225QC LZ9V TT Offset Calculator FAQ thread

07-11-2006, 05:09 AM	#4
nikhil Senior Member Account #: 18960 Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 8,037	you don't have to replace the panel.... go to Lowe's, and you'll find small plastic plugs that fit those holes perfectly. you can paint the plugs so that they're barely noticeable! __________________ TT Forum FAQ Gone but not forgotten: 2001 Nimbus/Baseball TT Roadster

07-11-2006, 06:25 AM	#5
02TTK04 Member Account #: 66574 Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 3,037	Ghetto.... __________________ 2002 225 TT Coupe Performance Mods: APR 93/100 Chip \| Forge Exhaust \| Forge 007P \| DV Tuning Kit \| BMC TT CDA \| Neuspeed Short Shift \| B&M Short Shift \| SAMCO Turbo Inlet Hose \| SAMCO Upper Intercooler Hoses \| StopTechs \| Mintex Brake Pads \| Eibach Springs \| Koni Shocks \| Forge Camber Bars \| Neuspeed 19mm Rear Sway Bar \| Forge FMIC \| Cosmetic Mods: TT Stuff Armrest \| TT Roof Rack \| 3.2 Rear Valance \| Projektzwo Grill \| Projektzwo Door Moldings \| DMC Splitter with Carbon Fiber Lip \| TT Logo Trunk Mat \| TT Logo Floor Mats \| Raffi Knob \| Riso Clear Corners \| OSIR Carbon Telson \| OSIR Carbon Eleven \| Angel Eyes \| 42 Draft Engine Cover Hardware \| TT Stuff Xenon Bulb Kit \| Miscellaneous: PIAA wipers and fog bulbs \| Euro Split Mirrors \|

07-11-2006, 07:11 AM	#6
XCLR8TT Senior Member Account #: 83027 Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 4,178	Duct tape also comes in assorted colors. __________________ ---2000 TTQC----

07-11-2006, 11:39 AM	#7
a_o_smith AudiWorld Super User Account #: 73987 Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 11,154	the screws from the plate went into the filler panel a little too so i have to __________________ Present: 2001 TT 225hp TQM, Valentine One, K40 laser diffuser, and an L7 in the trunk 2008 CBR600RR, Graffiti, integrated tail, F/E, PCIII & exhaust on the way Past: 2001 ming 2.8 >>[?] means i have no idea what im talking about >>My tech articles: tip recode for everyone, dissable running lights, O2 sensor replacement, Lemmiwinks explanation, TT sub install >Questions on theses? email me: aosmith@gmail >>pic poster >>>Manual Tranny Tips, TT Front Plate Removal >>>>Linkedin

07-11-2006, 11:59 AM	#8
XCLR8TT Senior Member Account #: 83027 Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 4,178	Since you'll need to take it to the body shop for paint anyway, just have them fill the holes. __________________ ---2000 TTQC----

07-11-2006, 02:53 PM	#9
nikhil Senior Member Account #: 18960 Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 8,037	nope...not at all unfortunately i don't have pictures from when I did this on my first TT, but I think Steve (Schwing) has a few of his car in his Fotki.. __________________ TT Forum FAQ Gone but not forgotten: 2001 Nimbus/Baseball TT Roadster

07-11-2006, 05:53 PM	#10
furiousgeorge Junior Member Account #: 39414 Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 921	Mines currently bondo'd and primed, was waiting on a paint gun. Hopefully I have the right paint. __________________ "So your reasoning here (sorry about being off topic but this demands further discussion) is that if you have a pole in house, it will attract pole dancers. Have there been any studies on this, could it really work? My God, could it really work?"

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