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YorkshireBloke
Forum:
For Sale and Wanted - Cars
6th October 2018, 08:16 PM
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1
Sadly my LPG A8 D2, 3.7 for sale
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3,849
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Thanks for the PMs..
Hi all,
For the moment I am A8-less but have to acknowledge the jobs lining up on the car were beyond by courage at the moment...
What I got on eBay was what the car was worth with an oil leak...
Forum:
For Sale and Wanted - Cars
19th September 2018, 07:11 PM
Replies:
1
Sadly my LPG A8 D2, 3.7 for sale
Views:
3,849
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Sadly my LPG A8 D2, 3.7 for sale
Hi friends,
I mention the sale out of respect, it would be fantastic if a Forum member bought my A8. EBay item number 223153221473.
I would love another one day...
YorkshireBloke Robert
Forum:
For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items
28th August 2018, 06:58 PM
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7
D2 Towbar + electrics, fixed, HAC brand, never fitted, offers
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6,278
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
"Can't Be Arsed", the new concept in AutoRepair culture..
Hi Steamship,
You are right. And wrong. :rolleyes: Not worth the messing about was the underlying message... :-(
"We aren't insured", "if our job is fouled by LPG piping we will stop, give...
Forum:
For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items
28th August 2018, 05:32 PM
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7
D2 Towbar + electrics, fixed, HAC brand, never fitted, offers
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6,278
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
D2 Towbar + electrics, fixed, HAC brand, never fitted, offers
Hi Folks,
I have to admit defeat: I can't get my Towbar fitted locally, I can't do it myself and I am ready to let it go to someone who can fettle it.
My main problem has been the usually...
Forum:
Daily banter
26th June 2018, 06:28 AM
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7
I need a PCP deal
Views:
4,842
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Are JW car warranties totally worthless??
Hi,
Thanks for that idea and I GENERALY agree that even new can have faults. But I can't fix ANYTHING on a car ( I am only so-so / OK on home DIY etc) and my work would be affected immediately if...
Forum:
Daily banter
25th June 2018, 11:18 PM
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7
I need a PCP deal
Views:
4,842
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Thanks... Still looking
Hi,
Thanks for those thoughts, I need something that can be depended upon as my work may need a reliable vehicle.
Perhaps an Audi site is the wrong zone to ask about "boxes" but I know there...
Forum:
Daily banter
25th June 2018, 05:20 PM
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7
I need a PCP deal
Views:
4,842
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
I need a PCP deal
Hi,
PCP isn't for everyone: I don't want to open a can of worms here... :tuttut:
I have a need for a car big enough for a 6'2" bloke, no need to carry passengers or much luggage. I just...
Forum:
Daily banter
10th May 2018, 07:46 PM
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4
Before you offer your a Son a lift...
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2,866
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Trains
Yep. £220. 8 hours, 3 changes on the train. Plays drums. :-(
He might just try to divorce his Dad if I did that... :ROFL:
Robert
Forum:
Daily banter
10th May 2018, 07:28 PM
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4
Before you offer your a Son a lift...
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2,866
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Before you offer your a Son a lift...
Hi All,
Not posted for a while, sorry it has to be a "help me" rather than offering help to others. :o
Son phones 10:30 pm, "got a gig with my band Dad, can't get there, are you busy Saturday"....
Forum:
D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
9th April 2018, 07:12 PM
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2
Brake Refurbalob
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3,733
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Good long term resource
Hi
I am a daisy and Steamship,
Such a thread would be out of my competence zone but what a good resource for others: bring it on! +++
Robert
Forum:
Daily banter
18th March 2018, 05:56 PM
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40
Audi Stafford have messed up my car
Views:
12,996
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
MOT Legalities
"drove home with care. Still no MOT."
Hi,
For my learning: if a car is tested early and it fails the MOT test (not a pre-test), is it legally able to be driven home? :Confused:
My insurer...
Forum:
A8 / S8 Generic Posts
30th January 2018, 09:30 AM
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37
2001 S8 gearbox limp mode only on cold start
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57,363
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Bump
Hi,
Interesting thread, did you make any more progress? :D
Robert
Forum:
For Sale and Wanted - Cars
26th November 2017, 10:10 PM
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13
A8 3.7 D2 - Only 34,935 miles
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9,300
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Hi, LOVELY CAR, a torment for someone like...
Hi,
LOVELY CAR, a torment for someone like me with a 3.7 that needs the usual restoration work, gearbox service at Mackies, suspension rebuild, belts, relays for air-con, parking sensors... :(
...
Forum:
Daily banter
26th November 2017, 07:31 PM
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3
Huge thanks
Views:
2,742
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Yep: Dorset 1, Northern Britain 0 with MJ :-( ...
Yep: Dorset 1, Northern Britain 0 with MJ :-(
At least Chester Transmissions and Mackies give us something North of Brum to boast about! (Although Glasgow won't be easy from South Yorkshire...
Forum:
Daily banter
13th November 2017, 07:43 PM
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44
Paradise Papers
Views:
16,885
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Hi, Agreed, great debate. +++ Today there...
Hi, Agreed, great debate. +++
Today there are fewer very poor people, living longer, healthier lives, accessing "libraries" on-line like Uni lecturers only had access to. :)
How? ...
Forum:
Daily banter
7th November 2017, 06:37 PM
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65
average age of private A8/S8 owner
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19,246
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
57 for me, insurance must be an issue...
57 for me, insurance must be an issue...
Forum:
Owners Meets
7th September 2017, 07:37 PM
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73
Proposed Annual Meet 2018 - Early Teaser Details
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31,434
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Hi, Great choice, rode many of the roads on...
Hi,
Great choice, rode many of the roads on motorcycles, I will put in my diary! +++
Robert
Forum:
D3 - Everything Else
27th August 2017, 08:00 PM
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9
Little run through France
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4,199
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Not what I meant, 32 degrees too hot! Nights...
Not what I meant, 32 degrees too hot! Nights unbearable...
Here just right imho +++
Robert
Forum:
D3 - Everything Else
27th August 2017, 06:28 PM
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9
Little run through France
Views:
4,199
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Oh To Be In England...
Hi All,
Glad you're enjoying the Continent but today, Sunday 27.8.17 has been just the BEST weather I can remember for years... +++
32 degrees? Keep it.
Robert
Forum:
D2 - Everything else
27th August 2017, 06:24 PM
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9
Disconnect battery while off the road
Views:
6,700
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Hi, I have used a cheap solar trickle...
Hi,
I have used a cheap solar trickle charger successfully on my D2, when starting running for 10 minutes to get proper hot, running up and down short drive.
This has been OK and I will repeat...
Forum:
Other marques
24th August 2017, 07:18 PM
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26
Mazda Skyactive-X compression ignition petrol
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30,604
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Hi, Agreeing with an Ausie is hard on...
Hi,
Agreeing with an Ausie is hard on principle but yes, too right mate!
I have seen Cinema, vinyl records, marriage and school exams revived and re-worked, my brass is NOT in electric only...
Forum:
Alternative Fuels
13th August 2017, 04:48 PM
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5
LPG filter / service help please!
Views:
19,695
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Big Run Result...
Hi,
Starvation seems likely, when the gas "falls off" it won't come back on...
We did the journey down nicely, fell off once, picked back up. Return I ran 90 miles on petrol, double the price...
Forum:
Alternative Fuels
9th August 2017, 09:09 PM
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5
LPG filter / service help please!
Views:
19,695
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Reassured...
Hi,
Thanks, being a bloody employee has prevented me from dropping off for a service, will have to drive down on petrol... :-(
Still, that will maybe protect the valve seats or is that an...
Forum:
Alternative Fuels
6th August 2017, 03:24 PM
Replies:
5
LPG filter / service help please!
Views:
19,695
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
LPG filter / service help please!
Hi Folks,
Maybe one for Steamship (or members who had LPG on other vehicles; this is a generic post).
Over the past few days the car has "fallen off the gas" in the middle of journeys , not...
Forum:
Daily banter
26th July 2017, 08:29 PM
Replies:
37
Bonjour my English Chums
Views:
11,434
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Another reason to take ferry...
LPG = no EuroTunnel...
Really tight fit helps me be less ****ed off. :-(
Robert
Forum:
Daily banter
24th July 2017, 05:56 PM
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27
Aww don't they look lovely..........
Views:
14,589
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Kids as Workforce...
Nah; my Son is part of the "renovation / wedding set up team" when he comes home! :ROFL: +++
Few Sons hear Dad cheering in the background when he announces his temp contact in the film business...
Forum:
Daily banter
18th July 2017, 09:32 PM
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25
A8 Wedding Car
Views:
9,616
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Thanks All!
Cheers all! Will sort the ribbons as suggested. +++
Anyone got any contacts "Upstairs" to pray for some great weather?? Rain forecast for S71 on Friday :-(
Although my youngest Son...
Forum:
Daily banter
16th July 2017, 09:31 PM
Replies:
25
A8 Wedding Car
Views:
9,616
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
A8 Wedding Car
Hi All,
I marry my long-suffering SWIMBO next Friday; 21.7.2917. It has been a long and wonderful journey for us, passionate and expensive.... Taking all our time and effort: remind you of...
Forum:
D2 - Everything else
4th July 2017, 07:38 PM
Replies:
19
Running issues on a newly bought D2
Views:
11,069
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Don't mind me but...
Hi,
My expertise is ALL nicked from Brain Boxes on this forum but.... :Confused:
[QUOTE
- flush and replace gearbox oil if necessary
-[/QUOTE]
Maybe read some of the tales of woe on the...
Forum:
D3 - Everything Else
3rd July 2017, 08:50 PM
Replies:
30
Does anyone else tow with an A8.
Views:
11,864
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
At Last!
Woah!
I love reading the posts from Forum users who have their inlet tracts deep-cleaned, have a graduated set of tooth brushes to clean their engines and run ONLY on Shell SupEr Dear... :cool:
...
Forum:
A8 / S8 Generic Posts
11th June 2017, 06:55 PM
Replies:
29
Milltek backbox 20 people needed :)
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27,333
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Are we counting the 20 interested folks or what?
If I know the cost I would commit.
Being committed is what I is good at... M.
Robert
Forum:
Daily banter
7th June 2017, 08:51 PM
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38
Updated pics of mods done by last owner..honest opinions please
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11,954
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Roof great, lowered looks good, rest fine... ...
Roof great, lowered looks good, rest fine... for YOU! :love:
Not interested in harsh suspensions for performance or looks.
Robert
Forum:
Daily banter
1st June 2017, 07:02 PM
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3
Championship Football Fans 2017-18
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2,792
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Good Swap!
Wow! Parking to see Barnsley FC v YourTown/CityFailures swapped for THE beach race on Earth! +++ (No, Paris - Dakar doesn't count!).
I may take you up on your offer! :cool:
Robert
PS...
Forum:
Daily banter
30th May 2017, 07:49 PM
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3
Championship Football Fans 2017-18
Views:
2,792
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Championship Football Fans 2017-18
Hi Friends,
After Barnsley FC sportingly gave way to other (more ambitious and wealthy) teams for their Premiership Spot we have a driveway available to A8s visiting Oakwell! +++. We live close...
Forum:
Daily banter
20th May 2017, 10:44 PM
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3
Cam pin kit for 3.7
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2,906
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
40 valve +++
40 valve +++
Forum:
Daily banter
20th May 2017, 06:23 PM
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3
Cam pin kit for 3.7
Views:
2,906
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Cam pin kit for 3.7
Hi,
Are cam pin kits bespoke for each engine?
My trusted local independent has said he thinks a specific kit is needed, he hasn't got one and wouldn't likely need one again if he bought one......
Forum:
Daily banter
18th May 2017, 07:02 PM
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0
Are you watching the Big Debate?
Views:
2,118
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Are you watching the Big Debate?
Just a thought...
There is a General Election you know... :p
Forum:
Daily banter
15th May 2017, 09:13 PM
Replies:
5
What a Great Weekend!
Views:
3,034
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Brave Man...
Two hours of clay-bar work after last IKEA visit to Leeds / Bradford store. :-(
Disgraceful behaviour in car sloping car park, people leaving trolleys teetering on pavement waiting to run down...
Forum:
Daily banter
14th May 2017, 09:01 PM
Replies:
5
What a Great Weekend!
Views:
3,034
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Great! Is that it?
Barnsley V Spain: no contest... :ROFL: +++
Robert
Forum:
Daily banter
14th May 2017, 08:11 PM
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5
What a Great Weekend!
Views:
3,034
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
What a Great Weekend!
Had a lovey time, didn't over work (or over sup :o), spent time with SWIMBO, did garden jobs, sun shone, sat around, went to church, cared for A8... :love:
How was YOUR weekend?
Robert
Forum:
D2 - Everything else
11th May 2017, 05:24 PM
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80
Would a stripped out FL S8 manual be a good track car?
Views:
34,686
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
LPG is gas so is that lighter?
:ROFL: :o
Forum:
D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
5th May 2017, 08:24 PM
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3
Suplex pattern coil springs
Views:
3,191
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Will now be seriously looking to buy...
Hi,
See post on coil spring failure... :-(
Ahh, the things we do for love... :love::love:
Robert
Forum:
D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
5th May 2017, 08:18 PM
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4
Rear offside coil spring failure...
Views:
3,296
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Rear offside coil spring failure...
Hi All,
So much for trying to fix issues before real (MOT)... :-(
We had a pre-test but then an a run I heard a noise... Today Wolfgang (her idea..) failed the MOT. :(
So, help! Should...
Forum:
Owners Meets
2nd May 2017, 07:36 PM
Replies:
36
New Show! Straight Outta Kempton - Saturday 27th May 2PM to Late
Views:
18,847
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
No camping, No show...
Hi,
We fancied that but my pals and I like to do the whole tent thing... +++
Enjoy, hope it is a success, the organisers say they will look at it in future :cool:
Robert
Forum:
Daily banter
26th April 2017, 09:41 PM
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20
Speeding fines
Views:
9,518
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Agreed.
Hi,
Have calmed down now... :o
You make my point, prosecute danger, not speed.
Robert
Forum:
D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
26th April 2017, 02:03 PM
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3
Suplex pattern coil springs
Views:
3,191
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Thanks
Hi,
Never purchased, thanks for pointing out wrong car! +++
I usually wait to check stuff out here before parting with my hard-earned... :o
Robert
Forum:
Daily banter
25th April 2017, 07:34 PM
Replies:
20
Speeding fines
Views:
9,518
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Enthusiasts need "Idiot Control" as much as Joe Public imho
Hi,
Small rant.
Idiots spoil my fun. PC Plod is NOT looking well enough for spiffing / drinking / kids-in-car / racing other young drivers (not all at once! :ROFL:) .
IMHO there is an...
Forum:
Daily banter
25th April 2017, 06:32 PM
Replies:
7
Daddy's little hrlper
Views:
4,095
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Honorary Yorkhire Citizenship Awarded
:rofl: +++
Forum:
Daily banter
23rd April 2017, 07:01 PM
Replies:
8
The perfect pair
Views:
4,021
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Powerhouse... Try this!
http://www.mylson.com/used-cars?type=Car&make=VOLKSWAGEN&model=CAMPER&MinPrice=&MaxPrice=
How you'd get it round corners I have no idea! ;) :o
Robert
Forum:
D3 - Everything Else
22nd April 2017, 11:07 PM
Replies:
41
Car safety
Views:
14,138
Posted By
YorkshireBloke
Car safety as a consideration when buying an A or S8
Hi,
Sorry to drag this back from the Tessla discussion but yes, I bought an A8 with safety in mind (as well as the usual stuff +++ :ROFL:).
I believe my life was saved by an A4 I was driving...
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