MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Modifications & Technical Area => Cosmetic/Interior Modifications => Topic started by: Arnoldc1990 on June 23, 2014, 12:16:41 am

Title: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: Arnoldc1990 on June 23, 2014, 12:16:41 am: Hey guys,
Want to spray mine but want to see what some have done for inspiration.
Also how to get the best results when spraying? What processes I need to do etc
Cheers
Look forward to seeing some engine covers :party:
Chris
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Post by: rich83 on June 23, 2014, 12:18:34 am: Mine is hung up in my shed :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: MC71 on June 23, 2014, 12:45:16 am: ^^^^ :signLOL:

There are some great modded OEM around.

Plastic primer, then paint, both Matt and Gloss will be fine, I've used both. If you want a super smooth finish then either filler or 3 to 4 layers of primer, lots of sanding and 3 to 4 top coats.

My modified Audi TTS cover....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fmcaborn%2FMy_car%2Fcarparts009_zps744e6728.jpg&hash=47129ad29da8ec785e71a36f3b8eccc0fc3dfe81)
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: SurreyED30 on June 23, 2014, 12:49:13 am: Quote from: MC71 on June 23, 2014, 12:45:16 am
^^^^ :signLOL:

There are some great modded OEM around.

Plastic primer, then paint, both Matt and Gloss will be fine, I've used both. If you want a super smooth finish then either filler or 3 to 4 layers of primer, lots of sanding and 3 to 4 top coats.

My modified Audi TTS cover....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fmcaborn%2FMy_car%2Fcarparts009_zps744e6728.jpg&hash=47129ad29da8ec785e71a36f3b8eccc0fc3dfe81)

Not seen a better one yet since I first saw yours last year on here :congrats:
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: Little_Dave on June 23, 2014, 01:02:37 am: Gotta be an audi tts engine cover for me

Perfect fit and can have some fun personalising them however you like :happy2:
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Post by: Carpy25 on June 23, 2014, 12:02:16 pm: I didn't paint it, it was an eBay find done in a pro body shop I was told and worked out about £70-£80 delivered to me so great price as well

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fv462%2Fcarpy25%2F01558AE8-0AF6-455D-A814-DDAB561C75D4_zpshszcxv3d.jpg&hash=2501ef3dc76c44aca882e9d2490e3c1a16b720ed)

Rob
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Post by: Oggy172 on June 23, 2014, 12:38:59 pm: That TTS one is mint.
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Post by: jomatuom on June 24, 2014, 09:45:17 am: TTS one looks great. My original cover is collecting dust after purchasing MTC Intake.
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Post by: Nickellis1 on July 07, 2014, 06:21:22 pm: Probably a silly question... Do the tts covers go straight onto the mk5 gti?
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: MC71 on July 07, 2014, 06:27:20 pm: ^^^^ Yeap, you'll just need a few bolts. For part numbers, check me build thread, page 1 IIRC. :happy2:
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Post by: MateyGuv on July 07, 2014, 07:40:44 pm: Iv gone for the TTS cover too and imho looks great. Going to keep the main part silver, the insert is still a work in progress but this is what it looks like so far....

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FEd30_July_2014%2FTTSEngineCoverInsert.jpg&hash=e62dd110ec0fc2fa4f5ad5f077e70c7c400b23c4)
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: MC71 on July 07, 2014, 07:46:17 pm: ^^^^ Seen one very similar........

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1049.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fs399%2Fmcaborn%2F63a197a7bfdfc9b9e1254541001a1fd9_zpsbcf4d99c.jpg&hash=0453a8def4f4949d599518d779280ae944278cb2)
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: MateyGuv on July 07, 2014, 07:51:11 pm: Was my inspiration - I'm struggling getting the red lines crisp enough. Done so much block sanding I don't think I have finger prints at the moment!
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: MC71 on July 07, 2014, 09:33:31 pm: ^^^^ Fair plat to you it looks the dingles.

I wouldn't have the skill or patience so it would be off to the bodyshop! :laugh:
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: DANBOY66 on July 07, 2014, 09:40:47 pm: I want to get a cover has anyone bought one of these

http://www.ebay.com/itm/301211065211 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/301211065211)

Some great covers you guys have done

Dan.
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: MC71 on July 07, 2014, 09:48:04 pm: ^^^^ That's the same cover as I have and have mentioned above.
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: MateyGuv on July 07, 2014, 10:09:17 pm: Quote from: MC71 on July 07, 2014, 09:33:31 pm
^^^^ Fair plat to you it looks the dingles.

I wouldn't have the skill or patience so it would be off to the bodyshop! :laugh:

Not sure I do at the moment either! The ED30 badge is recessed where the Audi badge was and looks ok but the edge of the gloss red to matte black ain't quite right yet. Need to sort that out before blocking the TFSI raised lettering back to white. If it works out should look smart.
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Post by: MateyGuv on August 25, 2014, 03:58:30 pm: Actually finished it! The oil cap still isn't right but I'll get round to sorting that out sometime......

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FAug_2014%2FCoverFitted.jpg&hash=7a404f6b6f17cfca247a07d037eb2417e8d56193)
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: rich83 on August 30, 2014, 01:28:47 pm: Quote from: MateyGuv on August 25, 2014, 03:58:30 pm
Actually finished it! The oil cap still isn't right but I'll get round to sorting that out sometime......

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2FMateyGuv%2FAug_2014%2FCoverFitted.jpg&hash=7a404f6b6f17cfca247a07d037eb2417e8d56193)

That looks great.
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: Pikey Motorsports on August 30, 2014, 02:23:30 pm: That cover does look smart! How do you get the r8 cap to sit properly? Mines on an angle
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Post by: Tfsi_Mike on August 30, 2014, 02:47:52 pm: Neil M's is cool too
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: MateyGuv on August 30, 2014, 10:16:59 pm: Thank you for your kind words :drinking:

Quote from: Pikey Motorsports on August 30, 2014, 02:23:30 pm
That cover does look smart! How do you get the r8 cap to sit properly? Mines on an angle
The R8 cap still isn't quite right and does sit at a slight angle when viewed straight on (I took the photo to one side on purpose :grin:) With the cap off turn it upside down and you'll see a clip which can be worked free then the cap separates into 3 (can't remember exactly) pieces. One piece has a turret design which keys into the top bit. Turn a few turrets and reassemble until it sits how how want it to.
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: jaye2992 on October 05, 2014, 07:06:23 pm: TTS ones look great! Where do you buy these from? And do they need modifying?
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: fab5freddy on October 05, 2014, 07:11:11 pm: Quote from: jaye2992 on October 05, 2014, 07:06:23 pm
TTS ones look great! Where do you buy these from? And do they need modifying?

Get in touch with Alex @AKS tuning,vRSAlex on here, i think he has in stock :happy2:
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: jaye2992 on October 05, 2014, 07:23:03 pm: Quote from: fab5freddy on October 05, 2014, 07:11:11 pm
Quote from: jaye2992 on October 05, 2014, 07:06:23 pm
TTS ones look great! Where do you buy these from? And do they need modifying?

Get in touch with Alex @AKS tuning,vRSAlex on here, i think he has in stock :happy2:

Will do thanks!
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: MC71 on October 05, 2014, 07:47:07 pm: ^^^^ No modification required, just fit and forget. :happy2:
Title: Re: What have you done to your engine cover?
Post by: jaye2992 on October 06, 2014, 07:50:56 am: Sounds good to me! Hopefully will get my hands on one