{"product_id":"tgk-motorsport-driveshaft-tunnel-brace-c7-c7-5-audi-a6-s6-rs6-a7-s7-rs7","title":"TGK Motorsport Driveshaft Tunnel Brace C7\/C7.5 Audi A6\/S6\/RS6 \u0026 A7\/S7\/RS7","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tgk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-sh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-ic\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M7 2h2v2h6V2h2v2h1a2 2 0 012 2v1h-2v1h2v4h-2v1h2v1a2 2 0 01-2 2h-1v2h-6v2H9v-2H7v2H5v-2H4a2 2 0 01-2-2v-1h2v-1H2V9h2V8H2V7a2 2 0 012-2h1V3h2V2zm1 4a1 1 0 00-1 1v8a1 1 0 001 1h8a1 1 0 001-1V7a1 1 0 00-1-1H8zm2 2h4v6h-4V8z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-sh-title\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-p\"\u003eThe TGK Motorsport Driveshaft Tunnel Brace is designed to provide enhanced clearance for aftermarket exhaust systems, replacing the shallow-fitting OEM tunnel brace. This upgrade enables the installation of larger diameter exhausts without inducing excessive rattling or vibration the larger exhausts coming in contact with the OEM brace.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-p\"\u003eEngineered from precision-bent 5mm aluminum plate with black anodizing for superior corrosion resistance, this performance brace delivers enhanced structural stiffness compared to the factory OE stamped steel component while facilitating quick and effortless installation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-sh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-ic\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 3h18v2H3V3zm0 4h12v2H3V7zm0 4h18v2H3v-2zm0 4h12v2H3v-2zm0 4h18v2H3v-2z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-sh-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"tgk-specs\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5mm Aluminum Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Anodized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdditional Clearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18mm Over OE Part\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Exhaust Diameter Increase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 1\" Larger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFitment Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2013-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi A6\/S6\/RS6 \u0026amp; A7\/S7\/RS7 (C7\/C7.5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-sh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-ic\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M13 2L3 14h9l-1 8 10-12h-9l1-8z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-sh-title\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feats\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat-chk\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat-txt\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEnhanced Structural Stiffness\u003c\/b\u003eSuperior rigidity compared to factory OE stamped steel component for improved chassis reinforcement.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat-chk\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat-txt\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision 5mm Aluminum Construction\u003c\/b\u003eCNC-bent from high-grade aluminum plate for optimal strength-to-weight ratio and durability.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat-chk\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat-txt\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCorrosion-Resistant Black Anodizing\u003c\/b\u003eProfessional-grade anodized finish provides long-lasting protection against environmental elements.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat-chk\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat-txt\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e18mm Additional Exhaust Clearance\u003c\/b\u003eAccommodates larger diameter aftermarket exhausts up to 1\" bigger than stock without interference.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat-chk\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat-txt\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuick Installation Process\u003c\/b\u003eEffortless bolt-on installation with no modifications required for seamless OEM replacement.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat-chk\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-feat-txt\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNo Increase in NVH Levels\u003c\/b\u003eMaintains factory noise, vibration, and harshness characteristics while eliminating exhaust contact rattling.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-sh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-ic\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M22.7 19l-9.1-9.1c.9-2.3.4-5-1.5-6.9-2-2-5-2.4-7.4-1.3L9 6 6 9 1.6 4.7C.4 7.1.9 10.1 2.9 12.1c1.9 1.9 4.6 2.4 6.9 1.5l9.1 9.1c.4.4 1 .4 1.4 0l2.3-2.3c.5-.4.5-1.1.1-1.4z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-sh-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-q\"\u003eWill this brace fit my aftermarket exhaust system?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-a\"\u003eYes, the TGK brace provides 18mm additional clearance over the OEM part, accommodating exhaust systems up to 1\" larger in diameter than stock without contact or rattling issues.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-q\"\u003eHow does the installation process work?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-a\"\u003eInstallation is quick and effortless, requiring only basic hand tools. The brace directly replaces the OEM tunnel brace using existing mounting points with no modifications needed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-q\"\u003eWill this affect cabin noise or vibration levels?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-a\"\u003eNo, the TGK brace maintains factory NVH characteristics while actually reducing noise by eliminating exhaust-to-brace contact that causes rattling with larger aftermarket systems.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-q\"\u003eWhat makes this stronger than the factory part?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-a\"\u003eUnlike the OEM stamped steel construction, our brace is precision-bent from 5mm aluminum plate, providing superior structural stiffness and chassis reinforcement while being lighter than steel.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-q\"\u003eIs the black anodizing durable for long-term use?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tgk-faq-a\"\u003eYes, the professional-grade black anodizing provides excellent corrosion resistance and durability, maintaining its appearance and protection even in harsh underhood environments.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"TGK Motorsport","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47340215664789,"sku":"TGK-BRACE-01","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/6510\/8117\/files\/1.jpg?v=1778267750","url":"https:\/\/autobahnsupplyco.com\/products\/tgk-motorsport-driveshaft-tunnel-brace-c7-c7-5-audi-a6-s6-rs6-a7-s7-rs7","provider":"Autobahn supply co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}