Couldn't find anything on an "egr removal" search. I was wondering if there's any reason I shouldn't do it?

Also, what other emissions stuff can I take off with no negative effects?

Finally, what about the airbox on these cars? VWVortex has varying opinions on modding them. I picked up a replacement at the junkyard today for $5, so I'm good to experiment. I was thinking removing the flapper system, blocking off the heat input from the exhaust, adding an aluminum heat shield on the engine side, and MAYBE cutting a hole or series of holes in the lower right front of the box. Good idears? Anything I'm missing?

Thanks,

James

'94 Golf Sport