Try going to Webshots FMIC or MSN FMIC or to JettaRed and join. Other than that, I've tried everything.

 

I had my mechanic rough the Racetec in while he was doing my timing belt on Saturday However, I could see that the bumper would need more trimming later. Is it really a pain to get then bumper off and back on by yourself?

Dave

 

I have found that the easiest way to get the bumper off is to first remove the two bolts that hold the bumper on. The are located, one on each side, above and behind the side grills (you have to remove the grill pieces and look up). They use a 7mm hex/allen wrench. Also remove any screws in the wheel well that look like they attach to the bumper (I think only one on each side). Then, grab the bumper from the wheel well and pull kinda down and out. You have to pull pretty hard, but it will come off. So far, I haven't broken anything. I have three A4s and have done the time belts on each, as well as removed the bumper several time for the FMIC install.

 

Good, I know the bolts you are talking about.

BTW, I suspect you had to do quite a bit of dremel tool action on the small grills to make room for the pipes. I may experiment with putting some type of grill material in there as well like these.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/RS4-S...01819749QQrdZ1


Dave

 

Yes, I did have a lot of Dremeling. Those ebay grills look nice, but seem a little pricey at $65. I think I may see what's at Home Depot first.

 

Agreed. Thanks again and enjoy your car!