artinmoTTion

I've been told the V6 version is a bit more reinforced. Maybe an option other than the dieselgeek? I like that one, but wish it was a little more refined with better airflow ducts, etc.

Maybe I'll get some aluminum plates put on my stocker or something, but wanted to see if anyone else's done the V6 pan.

Need a little armor for my fireroading expeditions : )

Yes, I'll be careful. I just like to explore the trails that the twisties lead to....as perty as the TT is, it's never been a garage queen!

thanks..

Rich

TTinCT

they have a new metal pan that is basically the same cost as an OEM pan.....fit and finish look great.....i am getting one once this pan goes....

bobbyH

I need a new pan as well. I hesitated buying one yesterday because I wanted to look into the DG version. BUT there does not appear to be any air flow ducts or cutouts similar to the OEM? Isn't there a fluid cooler loop that needs air over it?

TTinCT

they are very responsive...

artinmoTTion

I know it has some room around it for airflow, but there's some aerodynamics at work with the stock plate that appear to be missing too, as far as I can tell.

I'm sure that ultimately, the DG would be fine, was just wondering if anyone tried the 3.2--1.8T swap before.

Will let you know what DG says.

Rich

artinmoTTion

I don't think I need more info than this, so I won't bother Jim further, it's probably time to order.......

Rich<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/tt/msgs/1726036.phtml">dieselgeek skid plate thread.</a></li></ul>

brillianTTdc

you are comfortable with the cooling situation?

artinmoTTion

I'm going to take a good look at exactly how much venting the stock plastic provides at my next opportunity. I think that small vents could be cut into the DG one too, but their point is well taken that any cuts do weaken the pan as well.

But the idea that I have better protection with some spaces on the side for breathing, and Schwing's TTDA gasket material instead of the stock sealed gasket around the engine bay makes me a bit more content about engine cooling.

Another thought though, I see that this is installed using the connecter tube between stock intercoolers. Has anyone installed this with a FMIC? Seneb?

ClarkSJ

That said, I'm still puzzled by the assertion that the vents on the stock plate somehow direct air flow to the turbo.

JohnLZ7W

The connector tube between the stock intercoolers should remain after installing an FMIC