{"product_id":"034-mqb-front-subframe-locking-collar-kit","title":"034 Motorsport - (MQB) Front Subframe Locking Collars - Audi 8V\/8S A3\/S3\/RS3\/TT\/TTS \u0026 Volkswagen MK7.5\/8 Golf GTI\/R - 034-601-0028","description":"\u003ch2\u003e034 Motorsport Australia - (MQB) Front Subframe Locking Collars. Audi 8V\/8S A3\/S3\/RS3\/TT\/TTS\/TTRS \u0026amp; Volkswagen Golf GTI\/R MK7.5\/MK8R - 034-601-0028.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e034 Motorsport is pleased to present the \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eStainless Steel Subframe\u003c\/span\u003e Locking Collar Upgrade Kit for the 8V Audi A3\/S3\/RS3 \u0026amp; 8S Audi TT\/TTS\/TTRS! Also fits the 7.5 or facelift 7R and GTI. Fits MK8R. You will need to check your subframe for fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/1473\/files\/AudiRS38V.5ecutuning_d58d7d8a-75dc-4523-b920-ec06089ac4c4_480x480.webp?v=1693290007\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e* stainless steel is for the light coloured aluminium subframe and these collars will fit any MQB vehicle fitted with this subframe.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a \u003cstrong\u003eblack stamped steel\u003c\/strong\u003e subframe you need: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vagparts.com.au\/products\/mqb-front-subframe-locking-collar-upgrade-volkswagen\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e034-601-0043\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/1473\/files\/MQb_aluminium_sub_frame_480x480.jpg?v=1660196688\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is one of the cheapest and overlooked easy modifications that provides huge improvement. Upon driving the whole front end feels solid especially under braking.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to \u003cstrong\u003ecentre the subframe\u003c\/strong\u003e using precision-engineered \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003estainless steel insert bushings\u003c\/span\u003e and large-diameter bolts, this kit eliminates clunks caused by the subframe shifting, and \u003cstrong\u003eincreases chassis rigidity for improved handling performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eInstall these to stiffen up the front chassis and improve braking \u0026amp; steering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit addresses subframe clunk\/pop\/creak which presents itself when taking slow turns, entering driveways, coming to a stop, and starting from a standstill. These locking collars and new factory bolts are a permanent, affordable solution to address the fundamental issue with the factory subframe design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper and lower collars in our kit are specifically machined to locate the subframe and bolts perfectly and ensure hassle-free installation. The supplied bolts feature factory-correct tips and thread engagement points to prevent thread stripping. Unlike other kits on the market that use softer alloys, our 8V Audi A3\/S3 \u0026amp; 8S Audi TT\/TTS Subframe Locking Collars are made from stainless steel to prevent deformation and ensure a lifetime of performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation is very straightforward and can be performed in approximately one hour.\u003c\/strong\u003e No permanent modification to the subframe is required, and this upgrade is completely reversible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/1473\/files\/034MotorsportAudiS38vracing3_480x480.jpg?v=1693281068\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC-Machined Stainless Steel Locking Collars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication-Specific Design for Both Upper \u0026amp; Lower Locking Collars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered to Properly Locate (Center) Factory Front Subframe \u0026amp; Eliminate Shifting\/Clunks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes New Factory Subframe Bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves Chassis Rigidity \u0026amp; Handling Performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddresses Volkswagen Subframe Knocking Noise Permanently!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWill Not Cause Additional NVH Transfer Inside Cabin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy, Straightforward Installation Takes Approximately 1 Hour!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e034Motorsport Stainless Steel Upper Front Subframe Locking Collars (Set of 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e034Motorsport Stainless Steel Upper Rear Subframe Locking Collars (Set of 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e034Motorsport Stainless Steel Lower Subframe Locking Collars (Set of 4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubframe Bracket Spacing Washers (Set of 4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory Replacement Subframe Bolts (Set of 4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.034motorsport.com\/docs\/034motorsport-mqb-8v-8s-audi-a3-s3-tts-subframe-locking-collar-install-guide-034-601-0028.pdf\"\u003eClick Here!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2013 - Present Audi A3\/S3\/RS3 (8V - MQB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2017+ (MK7.5) Golf R \u0026amp; MK7.5 GTI (check your subframe)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2015 - Present Audi TT\/TTS\/TTRS (MkIII - MQB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2022 - Present Volkswagen Golf 8 R (MQB-Evo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2013 -  Present any MQB VAG vehicle with aluminium subframe (check your vehicle to confirm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits subframe part numbers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5Q0199369G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3Q0199369E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RphqwdTPFrs\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"034Motorsport","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44698971406509,"sku":"034-601-0028","price":299.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/8023\/8765\/files\/034-MQB-Front-Subframe-Locking-Collar-Upgrade-Kit-Audi-8V8S-A3S3-TTTTS-Volkswagen-MK75-Golf-034-601-0028.jpg?v=1752654192","url":"https:\/\/elitemotorwerk.com\/products\/034-mqb-front-subframe-locking-collar-kit","provider":"Elite Motorwerk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}