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Old 07-06-2008, 02:36 PM
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Was wondering if anyone has an opinion about the undercarriage splash shield. The mechanic who last worked on my car apparently decided it was too battered to reattach. Should I get it back or look for a new one or forget about it?
 
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Old 07-06-2008, 03:23 PM
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he was prob to stupid to figure out how it goes on or how to make it fit to be honest. Doesn't hurt to have it on and i rather hear plastic other than metal when it hits the ground
 
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Old 07-06-2008, 03:47 PM
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I alway put mine back on.. Since most of thefasteners are long gone I use black zipties so it looks official.

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Old 07-06-2008, 04:28 PM
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X2 on the black wire ties holding it up snugly.
 
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Old 07-06-2008, 04:29 PM
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It protects and improves aerodynamics. Keep it.
 
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Old 07-06-2008, 06:07 PM
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damn,now im gonna have to buy one,my a6 didnt come with one when i brought it
 
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Old 07-06-2008, 06:11 PM
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I would put it back on ECS tuning sells a fastnerr kit for $40...I just picked one up. Afte awhile the plastic and metal fastners tend to fail. Helps shield water, dirt, and debriswhile assisting in overall aerodynamics.
 
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Old 07-07-2008, 07:57 AM
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It also adds stiffness to the front of the wheel weel liners. I have been running without the under tray and noticed that the front wheel well liners have been rubbing against the tires. I assume this is due to aerodynamic forces pushing the liners back onto the wheel.

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Old 07-07-2008, 08:58 AM
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It also adds stiffness to the front of the wheel weel liners. I have been running without the under tray and noticed that the front wheel well liners have been rubbing against the tires. I assume this is due to aerodynamic forces pushing the liners back onto the wheel.

Bob
Aerodynamic forces -I hate those highly technical terms! [sm=roll.gif]

I assume that it means the airpushes the fender well into the tire, produces a rubbery smell, and polishes the thin plastic thingy. All not good! [sm=bs.gif]

 
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Old 07-07-2008, 11:16 AM
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I always take mine off. I didn't know so many ppl ran them
 


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