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Forum: Daily banter 14th March 2016, 12:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,890
Posted By eng33
The one that got away.... i wonder what happened to....

Some years ago i was looking for the 'perfect' D2 S8, and the one below came up. At the time it was a bit more than I wanted to pay, but just wasn't sure i could live the with the interior colours! ...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 14th March 2016, 10:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,430
Posted By eng33
Genuine Audi A8 Luggage Net

Part number: 4A9 861 869, left over from D2 A8, but i guess will fit most cars. Perfect condition. SOLD.
Forum: Daily banter 2nd June 2015, 08:23 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,255
Posted By eng33
Interesting D2 S8 for sale

And on my door step!

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/audi/s8/audi-a8-s8-quattro-final-edition-2002/4256368
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 7th January 2015, 11:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,414
Posted By eng33
Sold.

Sold.
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 7th January 2015, 06:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,414
Posted By eng33
Sorry yes, for a face lift D2, should have stated...

Sorry yes, for a face lift D2, should have stated that. Assume you want them shipped? PM me with your details and I will find out postage cost. Thanks.
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 6th January 2015, 07:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,414
Posted By eng33
D2 BOSE Speaker Set – Some New

Full set of Bose speakers for D2 A8 & S8.

Comprises:-

Pair front door speakers (one unused new old stock & one excellent used)
Pair rear door speakers (one unused new old stock & one excellent...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 3rd December 2014, 06:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,301
Posted By eng33
Sold.

Sold.
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 30th November 2014, 11:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,301
Posted By eng33
I don't think it will fit your tuner, think only...

I don't think it will fit your tuner, think only suitable for later 2001-2002 cars? Maybe someone else can comment?
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 30th November 2014, 11:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,301
Posted By eng33
Yep. It's for connecting auxiliary video /...

Yep.

It's for connecting auxiliary video / audio sources to the factory TV tuner, eg DVD players, MP3 players, etc
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 18th November 2014, 10:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,301
Posted By eng33
Up

Up
Forum: Daily banter 25th October 2014, 10:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,287
Posted By eng33
Thinking about it some more, didn't even take the...

Thinking about it some more, didn't even take the drive shaft out, just unbolted it transmission end and swivelled it out the way. Was a bit of a pain still as car was on axle stands, so you're...
Forum: Daily banter 24th October 2014, 12:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,287
Posted By eng33
Really? Which side? I did my RH (drivers side)...

Really? Which side? I did my RH (drivers side) seal and was fairly straight forward, just drive shaft out.
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 9th October 2014, 12:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,301
Posted By eng33
D2 Kufatec MMI AV 20 pin video cable

Genuine German Kufatec video-in harness with 20 pin connector (Kufatec pn. 33945).

Fits later TV / video boot mounted unit for RNS-D head units.

Has two separate AV inputs (phono connectors).
...
Forum: D2 - Wheels and Tyres 4th September 2014, 08:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,601
Posted By eng33
Backs of mine from Lepsons were a white'ish paint...

Backs of mine from Lepsons were a white'ish paint / powdercoat finish, I very much doubt the factory finish was bare uncoated shot blasted aluminium.
Forum: D2 - Wheels and Tyres 3rd September 2014, 09:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,601
Posted By eng33
Nope, the face is diamond cut & lacquered, sides...

Nope, the face is diamond cut & lacquered, sides of spokes are painted silver.
Forum: D2 - Wheels and Tyres 3rd September 2014, 09:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,601
Posted By eng33
No worries, I guess the biggest pain using a...

No worries, I guess the biggest pain using a courier service over hand delivering locally, is having to package them up. I cut several big discs of thick cardboard to cover the faces, and then...
Forum: D2 - Wheels and Tyres 3rd September 2014, 09:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,601
Posted By eng33
As I said, their service inc 'free' courier...

As I said, their service inc 'free' courier delivery, which I was nervous about, but shouldn't have been as they were received back in perfect condition.

They had even marked the tyre next to the...
Forum: D2 - Wheels and Tyres 3rd September 2014, 08:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,601
Posted By eng33
http://www.lepsons.com/ :D Last time I used...

http://www.lepsons.com/ :D

Last time I used them for my D2 20" FE wheels their price inc collection and delivery, and removing refitting tyres, balancing etc Not cheap, but absolutely perfect OEM...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 8th August 2014, 12:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,663
Posted By eng33
The 'kit' would need to include the original...

The 'kit' would need to include the original master cylinder / booster and ABS module right? Would then need the necessary VAG-COM action....
Forum: Daily banter 23rd July 2014, 07:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,240
Posted By eng33
High mileage? Coolant issue sounds like faulty...

High mileage? Coolant issue sounds like faulty thermostat.
Forum: Daily banter 22nd May 2014, 03:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,444
Posted By eng33
Do prices for decent spec D3 S8's keep going up?!

Ever since I first clapped eyes on A8 Doc's S8 here: http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/showthread.php?t=4135&highlight=sale I've wanted one with the same spec. But after all this time of casually looking...
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 31st March 2014, 07:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,122
Posted By eng33
No specific A8 experience, but generally sounds...

No specific A8 experience, but generally sounds to me perfectly normal behaviour, if the AC was running the fans would normally run at full speed if the car was stationary.
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 12th March 2014, 08:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,125
Posted By eng33
Many thanks for all the positive comments guys,...

Many thanks for all the positive comments guys, will be sad to see it go, but the lure of an extra 2 cylinders is just too great :D

Adrian - Classicline Insurance were the only company that I...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 11th March 2014, 07:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,125
Posted By eng33
2002 D2 S8 For Sale

Time has come to move on to pastures new.... don't worry, only to a D3 S8 :)

So my pride & joy is up for sale.

Ad here:...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 25th February 2014, 01:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,325
Posted By eng33
http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/audi/q7/first-...

http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/audi/q7/first-drives/audi-q7-6.0-v12-tdi
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 21st February 2014, 08:53 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,396
Posted By eng33
Haven't replaced these arms on an A8, but have on...

Haven't replaced these arms on an A8, but have on my B5.5 Passat. Used Lemforder parts, and best price I found was from CarParts4less. The arms were excellent quality, and appeared to have VW Audi...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 6th February 2014, 07:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,153
Posted By eng33
Jeez, Apple can't even get it right 10 years...

Jeez, Apple can't even get it right 10 years later! I turned the 'feature' off on my iPhone 5S a couple of days after buying it.....
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 19th November 2013, 02:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,895
Posted By eng33
As you say, on an NA gains will be minimal. I’ve...

As you say, on an NA gains will be minimal. I’ve heard stories of ‘tuning’ companies actually putting a hole in the torque curve, so it feels stronger when it pulls out the other side. My advice...
Forum: Daily banter 15th November 2013, 07:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,894
Posted By eng33
My advice would be to DEFINITELY change the cam...

My advice would be to DEFINITELY change the cam belt before starting the engine, regardless of visual condition. Also, drain the fuel tank and change the fuel filter too. A squirt of oil down the...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 3rd October 2013, 03:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,607
Posted By eng33
Same here, ordered morning of launch, cheeky...

Same here, ordered morning of launch, cheeky £$%*@£%*, didn't realised the quoted time was a dispatch time, not a delivery time! And just to add further insult, it's a delivery time from China!!!
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 19th August 2013, 01:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,392
Posted By eng33
up

up
Forum: A8 / S8 Generic Posts 12th August 2013, 07:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,830
Posted By eng33
Completely feel your pain, I've also been tyre...

Completely feel your pain, I've also been tyre kicking for around the same time period. Think Roberto on here has too. I thought I'd cured my disease, when I bought my lovely D2 S8 at Christmas,...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 26th June 2013, 10:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,392
Posted By eng33
For Sale: D2 S8 / A8 Parts

Set of 4 German MTM wheel spacers, pair of 15mm + pair of 10mm + 20 longer bolts, used in excellent condition - SOLD

ITG air filter, used but low mileage, clean and excellent condition - £25
...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 24th June 2013, 08:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,604
Posted By eng33
2002 S8 Transmission Park Lock Problems - Fixed!

Was close to posting a 'help', but now seem to have fixed it, so thought I'd document the problem to see if anyone else has come across it or to help others.

So, car is a 2002 S8 with ~67k miles,...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 2nd May 2013, 10:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,537
Posted By eng33
Haven't taken the plug apart yet, but was...

Haven't taken the plug apart yet, but was planning to use the empty strip and populate it with the necessary pins and make up my own adpater harness. But if it is only a blanking strip with no pin...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 1st May 2013, 11:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,537
Posted By eng33
Anyone with ElsaWin be so kind as to post or pm...

Anyone with ElsaWin be so kind as to post or pm me the wiring diagram / pin-out for the type B TV tuner 54 pin connector? My copy has decided to stop working, something to do with Windows 7 admin...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 28th April 2013, 07:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,537
Posted By eng33
Many thanks for the info! Just had a quick look...

Many thanks for the info! Just had a quick look (but not taken apart) and my multi pin connector already as three blue strips. Don't suppose you have a pin-out or wiring diagram for the connector?
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 27th April 2013, 07:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,537
Posted By eng33
Did at start of thread, '02 S8, thanks.

Did at start of thread, '02 S8, thanks.
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 26th April 2013, 06:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,537
Posted By eng33
Bu**er, jumped the gun and purchased Apple AV...

Bu**er, jumped the gun and purchased Apple AV component cable before checking connections, just removed the TV tuner and no phono connections??? Just the antenna connectors and one big multi-pin...
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 15th April 2013, 09:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,998
Posted By eng33
Mot

Am I missing something here, how you planning on passing an MOT emissions test with no catalyst(s)? Or with an engine check light on which you'll get when the O2 sensors detect no cats are present.
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 25th March 2013, 08:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,767
Posted By eng33
Thanks for all the info guys, really appreciated....

Thanks for all the info guys, really appreciated.

Here's some info for anyone planning to do this job…. I removed the big driveshaft hub bolt as you would to remove the driveshaft, and then tried...
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 22nd March 2013, 04:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,767
Posted By eng33
Many thanks! Had seen that article, and yes as...

Many thanks! Had seen that article, and yes as you say procedure looks similar.
Forum: D2 - Wheels and Tyres 20th March 2013, 07:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,735
Posted By eng33
Lepsons

For info, Lepsons currently doing free courier service.
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 20th March 2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,767
Posted By eng33
Front Diff Output Shaft Seal

Can anyone point me in the direction of a procedure for changing this seal? I have a leak from the RH one on my '02 S8. Seems fairly straight forward but would be useful to know any tricks and...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 22nd January 2013, 08:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,537
Posted By eng33
Thanks guys.

Thanks guys.
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 21st January 2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,537
Posted By eng33
Thanks for reply, you mean on the TV tuner box in...

Thanks for reply, you mean on the TV tuner box in the boot? Would I then select the TV mode on the head unit to play toons?
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 18th January 2013, 01:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,537
Posted By eng33
RNS-D iPhone / iPod connection and control

What's the latest thinking about an inexpensive / easy solution for connecting iphone / ipod to standard RNS-D head unit? Car is a 2002 S8, only need it to listen to music (phone functionality not...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 17th October 2012, 10:01 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,600
Posted By eng33
Saw it was back up for sale, but obviously before...

Saw it was back up for sale, but obviously before they put the price up!!

Here's a screen shot from a couple of days ago....
Forum: A8 / S8 Generic Posts 19th April 2012, 08:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,906
Posted By eng33
D3 S8 Quest

Started looking for a nice D3 S8, after deciding to give up trying to find that elusive 'perfect' D2! (gutted I missed Jayzee's!) So been doing a bit of research, but not a great deal out there,...
Forum: Daily banter 23rd August 2010, 09:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,551
Posted By eng33
Thanks guys!

Thanks guys!
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