[wahoo99]

Does anyone know where you can get extra disc changer sleeves? I'd just assume have some sorted and switch them out rather try and put in a new disc....just my preference. thx.

 

[spockcat]

eBay or tregcentral. They are the same as used in Audi and MB changers.

 

[nvrhome]

~25-30 USD at VW dealer. I ordered 2
I will check the Panasonic part number next weekend when I am back home. Probably cheaper somewhere on the internet. (It is a standard Panasonic part for older (=6disc) units.
Reply if you are interested in the SKU number.

 

[wahoo99]

has anyone ventured to relocate their changer in the glove box yet? or under the passenger seat in lieu of the storage bin? Just a thought. Always easier said than done.

 

[4x4s]

has anyone ventured to relocate their changer in the glove box yet? or under the passenger seat in lieu of the storage bin? Just a thought. Always easier said than done.

My daughters New Beetle has a front-loading 6 disc changer that fits in the center console between the seats. I know the head unit in the NB is the same, whether you have the center-console changer, or the cartridge changer in the trunk. And I know that the trunk mounted changer in the NB is the same as the one in the Touareg. So, in theory, the front-loaded changer would work with the Touareg.

The problem would be getting the wiring harness in place somewhere other than the rear compartment where it is run now. Also, finding a good mounting for it up front where it would be accessible - center console could work, or maybe glovebox, if you can get the harness there.

(BTW: the front loading changer is a $600+ list option from VW. I happened to get a really-really good deal on it for my Daughter, but could probably never get the deal again. Advantages of buying 8 VW's from the same sales manager at the same dealer.)

 

[wahoo99]

has anyone ventured to relocate their changer in the glove box yet? or under the passenger seat in lieu of the storage bin? Just a thought. Always easier said than done.

My daughters New Beetle has a front-loading 6 disc changer that fits in the center console between the seats. I know the head unit in the NB is the same, whether you have the center-console changer, or the cartridge changer in the trunk. And I know that the trunk mounted changer in the NB is the same as the one in the Touareg. So, in theory, the front-loaded changer would work with the Touareg.

The problem would be getting the wiring harness in place somewhere other than the rear compartment where it is run now. Also, finding a good mounting for it up front where it would be accessible - center console could work, or maybe glovebox, if you can get the harness there.

(BTW: the front loading changer is a $600+ list option from VW. I happened to get a really-really good deal on it for my Daughter, but could probably never get the deal again. Advantages of buying 8 VW's from the same sales manager at the same dealer.)

Wish I would have known of the this option. Oh well, a future mod maybe. Thanks for the info. I'm in the quest to harp about seemingly obvious things.......our first VW. So far, so good. :wave:

 

[grkman1]

I have 2 I can sell you (2 for $25) Let me know email me at [email protected]

George