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I finally found the source of my 2nd gear rattling... do I need to replace this panel that is under the engine/turbo or can I just run without it?

 

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It looks like it’s missing the clips where the bolts should thread, I’m missing at least one bolt and the heat shield is all torn up...

 

Do I really need this?

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I would, since it keeps road gunk from the turbo and the plastic charge pipe.

 

EDIT: No need for a new one, just get the clips and stuff and put it back on, IMO. Maybe replace the insulation, mine's all torn up like yours but I put it back as is for now lol.

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I would, since it keeps road gunk from the turbo and the plastic charge pipe.

 

EDIT: No need for a new one, just get the clips and stuff and put it back on, IMO. Maybe replace the insulation, mine's all torn up like yours but I put it back as is for now lol.

 

You definitely don't want a rock or something to pierce something important. Personally I would try to get it back on as it's better than paying for repairs at a shop :eek:

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Ive been without that cover for a few years now, since the turbo has it's own skid plate I wasn't too worried about anything that plastic would actually protect the underside from. If your roads are bad I would consider a primitive skid plate.
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Funny you mention needing the cover. I need one now after driving over a block of wood on the highway on the way home from work.

 

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Well that is quite the story lol. Good thing it took the hit :rolleyes:

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