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Forum: D2 - Everything else Yesterday, 05:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 60
Posted By Fredde
Here is what I've got so far in the bar...

Here is what I've got so far in the bar compartment. The actual box is somewhat easy to make but the lid is a bit more complex so any tips are appreciated.
Forum: D2 - Everything else Yesterday, 05:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 60
Posted By Fredde
So this far i have found a complete Alpine DVA...

So this far i have found a complete Alpine DVA 5205P and TME M750 kit on eBay which is the exact kit the D2 came with all tho this is from a Honda. I also I bought a rse wiring harness form a VW...
Forum: D2 - Everything else Yesterday, 05:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 60
Posted By Fredde
Exclusive Quattro equipment retrofit

I recently got some help from Dean with my A8L project and he suggested I post my build here for you all to enjoy and maybe get some inspiration, so here we go.
I currently have a lwb D2 with most...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 12th September 2024, 01:58 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 383
Posted By Fredde
RSE headunit

Looking fors a headunit/radio from a car with rear seat entertainment if anyone has this or knows of one for sale please contact me.
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 12th September 2024, 12:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,551
Posted By Fredde
Yeah quite strange. All tho they did phrase it...

Yeah quite strange. All tho they did phrase it better :ROFL: might just copy paste.
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 10th September 2024, 05:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,551
Posted By Fredde
Are you interested?

Are you interested?
Forum: D2 - Everything else 15th August 2024, 07:59 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 162,948
Posted By Fredde
Ok thank you anyways. Will try to find it and...

Ok thank you anyways. Will try to find it and post it. Might me making my own leather pack 3 door cards.
Forum: D2 - Everything else 13th August 2024, 06:02 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 162,948
Posted By Fredde
I have Elsa/etka but can't seem to find where...

I have Elsa/etka but can't seem to find where this would be located. Do you remember?
Forum: D3 - Interior Trims 7th August 2024, 09:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,852
Posted By Fredde
Hey you don't happened to have this info for the...

Hey you don't happened to have this info for the d4? Currently looking to retrofit rear blinds but having trouble finding how to code my door modules.
Forum: D2 - Everything else 6th August 2024, 10:38 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 162,948
Posted By Fredde
Hello do you have pictures of this door card? I'm...

Hello do you have pictures of this door card? I'm currently looking for a fix on my extended leather doorcards with this issue and I think the oem solution will help.
Forum: D2 - Interior 31st July 2024, 09:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,376
Posted By Fredde
I recently removed mine and recovered it in...

I recently removed mine and recovered it in alcantara. Removal and install is pretty straight forward. Remove pillars and all the other stuff then just take the headliner out through one of the...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 17th June 2024, 04:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,551
Posted By Fredde
Extended leather and electric rear seats for sale.

Electric rear seats: sold

Lower dash extended leather 300€

Also selling leather pack 3 rear doorcards in black. Decent condition but with the standard issue along the border. 400€

Located...
Forum: D2 - Interior 12th June 2024, 08:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 17,988
Posted By Fredde
Thanks a lot i didn’t even think about checking...

Thanks a lot i didn’t even think about checking the catalog.
Forum: D2 - Interior 11th June 2024, 07:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 17,988
Posted By Fredde
Hello I have a lwb with the standard rear...

Hello I have a lwb with the standard rear electric seats and I am swapping to sports electric seats from swb s8 is the difference in the seat base that moves or the actual cushion? What would the...
Forum: D2 - Interior 11th June 2024, 05:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 996
Posted By Fredde
Electric rear seats price

Does anyone here know what the electric rear seats usually go for? Might be selling mine.
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 23rd May 2023, 05:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,085
Posted By Fredde
Ah yeah that makes sense why no one has done it....

Ah yeah that makes sense why no one has done it. Here in Sweden we have a few low spec ones that are without it. But almost all a c5 rs6 have it and a few Allroads and s6.Thanks for offering :) you...
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 23rd May 2023, 04:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,085
Posted By Fredde
Thanks yeah the c6 would be different. But c5 and...

Thanks yeah the c6 would be different. But c5 and d2 would be the same. Only part I’m missing is the wiring since I don’t have access to a donor car. It’s definitely possible but seems no one here...
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 23rd May 2023, 03:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,085
Posted By Fredde
I have looked at the parts already. I have...

I have looked at the parts already. I have already decided that it’s possible. The switch and the control unit is the same on d2 and c5 so the procedure would be the same when retrofitting in both...
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 20th May 2023, 08:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,085
Posted By Fredde
Yes thanks I’m fairly certain a d2 wiring diagram...

Yes thanks I’m fairly certain a d2 wiring diagram will work since the switch and control unit is shared between the platforms. I’m hoping the d2 crowd will know more since it’s a more common option...
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 20th May 2023, 08:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,085
Posted By Fredde
Retro fit electric steering column

Hello does anyone have info on the wiring of the electrically adjustable steering column? Would like to retrofit this to my c5 as my d2 has it. I’m assuming they use the same systems. As far as I...
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 3rd May 2023, 06:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,572
Posted By Fredde
Great, thanks :) will repaint them and use them...

Great, thanks :) will repaint them and use them then. My v8 auto barge will never see the track.
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 3rd May 2023, 06:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,572
Posted By Fredde
They are rustad yes and i plan on repainting them...

They are rustad yes and i plan on repainting them if I end up using them but what I’m more concerned about is the fact that they are really slow to rebound when compressed. Comparing to my new...
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 3rd May 2023, 04:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,572
Posted By Fredde
S8 shocks

I recently bought a used set of s8 shocks and springs for my 2000 a8L and unfortunately the shocks are in pretty poor condition. What are the options for replacement? I have read about the bilsteins...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 28th March 2023, 02:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,609
Posted By Fredde
Thank you so much :) also what about the...

Thank you so much :) also what about the solenoids on the valve body? Any reason to do something about those? Recently watched this guy M539 restorations on YouTube to the valve body on his bmw and...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 28th March 2023, 02:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,609
Posted By Fredde
Hello I have now bought the used transmission and...

Hello I have now bought the used transmission and also the transgo valve upgrade and also an upgraded A clutch basket. This first roller bearing you mentioned which bearing exactly is this? Do you...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 14th February 2023, 06:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,609
Posted By Fredde
MikkiJayne thank you for this answer. So for the...

MikkiJayne thank you for this answer. So for the basic function this would be a feasible swap. Next question then is if I should worry about any installation issues with mountings, electrical...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 13th February 2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,609
Posted By Fredde
Gearbox replacement

Hello I have a A8 d2 with a failing ECZ gearbox. Current symptom is converter shudder at low throttle around 2000-3000 rpm. I am wondering if I can replace this with a FUL box from an a6 4.2 2002?...
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 1st January 2023, 07:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,023
Posted By Fredde
This is exactly what I did when my cats were...

This is exactly what I did when my cats were stolen. Worked really well and prevented further issues since now the downpipes have flanges before the cats making the exhaust much more service...
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 3rd October 2022, 05:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,852
Posted By Fredde
Rear brake upgrade

Hello so i have recently put the d3 s8 front brakes in my 2001 a8L and I am wondering if anyone knows of a rear upgrade? Since I already have the long wheelbase anything requiring the extra ebrake...
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 16th May 2022, 09:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,772
Posted By Fredde
Thanks MJ :) will check those and keep looking.

Thanks MJ :) will check those and keep looking.
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 16th May 2022, 09:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,772
Posted By Fredde
Mfsw relay location

Hello i am trying to retrofit tiptoeing controls to my mfsw but can’t seem to find the relay/module that I need t change. I already have the wheel installed. Does anyone know where it is located. I...
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 14th April 2022, 07:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,854
Posted By Fredde
Sounds possible. Thanks :) Will investigate when...

Sounds possible. Thanks :) Will investigate when weather is nicer.
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 5th April 2022, 07:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,854
Posted By Fredde
If the switch stopped working wouldn’t the column...

If the switch stopped working wouldn’t the column still move when i press the memory buttons?
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 5th April 2022, 05:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,854
Posted By Fredde
Electrically adjustable steering column issue.

Hello my steering column has started acting up after i switched the ignition on and off quite quickly the steering wheel started moving when I turned the ignition off for the easy exit function but...
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 5th April 2022, 07:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,075
Posted By Fredde
Ok great, thanks. :) Looks like i can’t find a...

Ok great, thanks. :) Looks like i can’t find a set of facelift sport springs so i Will probably be buying the eibachs.
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 4th April 2022, 10:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,075
Posted By Fredde
Thanks MJ :) i found this thread you made...

Thanks MJ :) i found this thread you made http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/showthread.php?p=138598#post138598 does this mean a a8 with standard shocks and sports spring would sit lower than if it had the...
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 4th April 2022, 07:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,075
Posted By Fredde
Lowering FL A8L

Hello so i am loopings to loger my a8l and mount some b7 rs4 wheels. The wheels are 20x9 et 29 and I plan on running 265 40 20 since my previous 255 35 20 were a bit skinny. I measured my tyre to...
Forum: D3 - Wheels and Tyres 23rd February 2022, 05:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 15,147
Posted By Fredde
Not on this model but my general view of all...

Not on this model but my general view of all seasons is that they are great if you can’t be bothered to get a winter setup or if you only get light snow. Altho they are garbage on ice, some countries...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 21st February 2022, 08:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,625
Posted By Fredde
Aha that makes sense about the cams ow yeah I...

Aha that makes sense about the cams ow yeah I will check with Jeremy since he just mentions sending the ecu out to be tuned not by who maybe whoever did it can inform me the guy selling the swap kit...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 21st February 2022, 07:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,625
Posted By Fredde
Hey sorry for all the questions but a standard a8...

Hey sorry for all the questions but a standard a8 40v with the s8 intake manifold, TB, injectors, and MAF would that work well with the s8 map? Afaik the s8 also has different cams and exhaust...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 21st February 2022, 08:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,625
Posted By Fredde
Thank you so much for all the info you’re great...

Thank you so much for all the info you’re great :) I feel like I have a grip on the engines but the gearboxes are a bit of a mystery.
Forum: D2 - Transmission 21st February 2022, 07:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,625
Posted By Fredde
Ow that’s nice those are not to uncommon I...

Ow that’s nice those are not to uncommon I actually found a c5 s6 box that should work right? Also found a cheap ish rs6 auto diff and that is listed as 37:9 which i think is a 4.111 diff right? I...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 20th February 2022, 09:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,625
Posted By Fredde
Would a gearbox and diff from another c5 work? Or...

Would a gearbox and diff from another c5 work? Or is there some reason to only use the tdi stuff? Otherwise i can look att 2.7 2.8 3.0 Cars Adele.
Forum: D2 - Transmission 20th February 2022, 09:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,625
Posted By Fredde
Thanks for the info unfortunatley i have the...

Thanks for the info unfortunatley i have the wrong diff so Will be needing that too and i looked up cost for bringing that junk car home and its pretty much the same cost as the car so Will be...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 20th February 2022, 09:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,625
Posted By Fredde
Ah i Will check my pr codes what diff i have. Is...

Ah i Will check my pr codes what diff i have. Is the small sump no oil cooler thing an issue? Would i have to retrofit something or would it work anyway?
Forum: D2 - Transmission 20th February 2022, 06:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,625
Posted By Fredde
This guy swapped his a8L and just mentions...

This guy swapped his a8L and just mentions sending his ecu out to be recoded. No parts swapping so seems it may be possible. I asked the tuning file supplier I use and will see if they think they can...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 20th February 2022, 05:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,625
Posted By Fredde
Actually just looked on eBay and found a 40v s8...

Actually just looked on eBay and found a 40v s8 inlet manifold with TB injectors included for 280£ so not that bad :)
Forum: D2 - Transmission 20th February 2022, 05:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,625
Posted By Fredde
Here is a link to the same gearbox that is in the...

Here is a link to the same gearbox that is in the car in looking at...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 20th February 2022, 03:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,625
Posted By Fredde
Manual swap a8L

Hello I am planning on swapping my A8lwb to manual and I am wondering if the 6 speed from A4 b5 Quattro 1.9 tdi would work? The part number starts with 01E but is this some inferior 01E because of it...
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 9th February 2022, 08:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,461
Posted By Fredde
Thanks :)

Thanks :)
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