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homer simpson
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
25th June 2023, 12:53 PM
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Carbon Ceramic part numbers
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9,300
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homer simpson
Your dealer seems to be charging a lot for those!...
Your dealer seems to be charging a lot for those! I must admit, Audi/TPS have put up their prices ALOT over the last 2 years. I paid £322 2 years ago and they are now £489 on ETKA which is around 50%...
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D3 - Body and Exterior
5th June 2023, 06:03 PM
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Front undertray retaining clips
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9,556
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homer simpson
Not sure if the S8 is different, but the front...
Not sure if the S8 is different, but the front centre bolt is very slightly longer and has a different part number. I have fitted various ebay replicas and not found them that great. However, a set...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
9th May 2023, 10:21 AM
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Carbon Ceramic part numbers
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9,300
Posted By
homer simpson
Go with OEM. I only found one other manufacturer...
Go with OEM. I only found one other manufacturer (possibly Febi?) which was supposedly for ceramic brakes but at £40 a set it seemed too cheap and I was nervous about using them. In the end, genuine...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
19th March 2023, 11:55 AM
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Ceramic brake retrofit need a bit of help please
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Posted By
homer simpson
They don't look too bad. A full refurb (seals and...
They don't look too bad. A full refurb (seals and paint) and a new set of the springs/shims will make them new. The shims are still available from Audi/TPS for around £70 a set
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
11th March 2023, 01:07 PM
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Ceramic brake retrofit need a bit of help please
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24,682
Posted By
homer simpson
Can I ask how much the complete kit cost? You can...
Can I ask how much the complete kit cost? You can PM if you don't want to post it here...just curious.
In the (hopefully loooong) future the discs will need replacing and I've looked at a couple...
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D3 - Fuel and Exhausts
4th March 2023, 06:31 PM
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S8 D3 Exhaust Options - Help
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31,712
Posted By
homer simpson
Depends what sound you are after to get it...
Depends what sound you are after to get it 'right'. Some have removed secondary cats and been happy. Others (like me) have cable tied the flaps and are happy as it's slightly louder on throttle but...
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D3 - Interior Trims
4th March 2023, 06:27 PM
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Removing D3 headlining to fix sunroof
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7,338
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homer simpson
Good work! How difficult to remove the headlining...
Good work! How difficult to remove the headlining without damage? One man or two man job and I guess it's possible with the seats in?
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
4th March 2023, 06:20 PM
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Ceramic brake retrofit need a bit of help please
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24,682
Posted By
homer simpson
Mine as ACC which could be a factor. My ABS unit...
Mine as ACC which could be a factor. My ABS unit has Hardware 4E0 614 517 BT and Software 4E0 910 517 K and has ACC. It did seem to be a rarer part number when I looked for one a few years back
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D3 - Everything Else
21st December 2022, 12:44 PM
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S8 (No longer) FKD
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15,594
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homer simpson
Yes I ordered 4.5mm2 (it has 4.0mm cable) rated...
Yes I ordered 4.5mm2 (it has 4.0mm cable) rated at 42 amps just to ensure it's not overloaded. The purple thin wire for the linbus has been routed to behind the CC unit although I haven't checked if...
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D3 - Everything Else
20th December 2022, 11:36 AM
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S8 (No longer) FKD
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15,594
Posted By
homer simpson
Thank you. I may have to rethink this if it...
Thank you. I may have to rethink this if it doesn't work - the module is under the battery and so it would have to be wired across the boot or under the seats and then down the LHS of the car. I'm...
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D3 - Everything Else
19th December 2022, 04:11 PM
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S8 (No longer) FKD
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15,594
Posted By
homer simpson
Thanks. I'm trying to find the correct route for...
Thanks. I'm trying to find the correct route for the two wires that connect to that connector. I imagine they would be part of the loom but must enter the engine bay from somewhere?
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D3 - Everything Else
11th December 2022, 09:56 AM
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S8 (No longer) FKD
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15,594
Posted By
homer simpson
One of my favourite S8's owned on here. It was...
One of my favourite S8's owned on here. It was one I wanted to buy for the spec, but was not in a position to do so at the time. Happy with mine though, got a decent specced on few years back.
As...
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For Sale and Wanted - Cars
5th November 2022, 06:58 PM
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Wanted Q7 3.0tdi 2014-
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8,199
Posted By
homer simpson
The only difference is that one has the cut out...
The only difference is that one has the cut out for the key barrel and the others don't. Not really worth buying a second hand one either as they will be worn (common issue)
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D3 - Lights
4th November 2022, 06:06 PM
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Facelift Tailights Indicators
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4,071
Posted By
homer simpson
Nope, just on the outers
Nope, just on the outers
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D3 - Engine Bay
29th October 2022, 09:16 PM
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Fault code after replacing oil filter gasket
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7,453
Posted By
homer simpson
Thank you Yes there was and yes it...
Thank you
Yes there was and yes it was carbon cleaned when the flaps were done. On inspection now, there was some minor build up on the valves.
Am I right in thinking you shouldn't be...
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D3 - Engine Bay
29th October 2022, 07:03 PM
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Fault code after replacing oil filter gasket
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7,453
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homer simpson
Fault code after replacing oil filter gasket
Evening all, finally got around to tackling this and it wasn't too bad. Intake manifold off, cleaned everything, replaced gaskets and everything put back together. On start up, it seemed ok (no...
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D3 - Engine Bay
23rd October 2022, 09:11 AM
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Common air con fault?
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5,597
Posted By
homer simpson
I changed mine a few years back, no need to code...
I changed mine a few years back, no need to code anything, although I did go for a genuine one (new/old stock on ebay). Never had an issue since.
As said, check with VCDS and if no joy, take it to...
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D3 - Body and Exterior
21st October 2022, 04:00 PM
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3
S8 wing mirror colour code
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5,563
Posted By
homer simpson
I did question whether someone had swapped mine...
I did question whether someone had swapped mine for plastic ones but the part numbers are correct and then remembered reading somewhere that the D3 got rid of the aluminium ones :mad:
Not sure how...
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D3 - Body and Exterior
21st October 2022, 12:30 PM
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3
S8 wing mirror colour code
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5,563
Posted By
homer simpson
S8 wing mirror colour code
I've been toying with the idea of freshening up the wing mirrors but cannot find the paint code. All other models are supplied primed but the S8 is 'aluminium'. They are plastic and so have been...
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Daily banter
23rd August 2022, 05:27 PM
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36
EVs are NOT the answer to save this planet!
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12,307
Posted By
homer simpson
F1 have/are developing bio fuels which will...
F1 have/are developing bio fuels which will hopefully be a decent alternative. It will not just be for the cars but also aviation fuel for travelling and transporting stuff. Should eventually filter...
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D3 - Lights
13th August 2022, 03:27 PM
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44
D3 led rear lights
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73,767
Posted By
homer simpson
Yes it's plug and play
Yes it's plug and play
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D3 - Lights
31st July 2022, 12:24 PM
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6
Headlights, what bulbs do i need?
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6,642
Posted By
homer simpson
I stand corrected, although could be different on...
I stand corrected, although could be different on certain models i.e. cars with AFSII headlamps etc
Forum:
D3 - Lights
30th July 2022, 06:46 PM
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6
Headlights, what bulbs do i need?
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6,642
Posted By
homer simpson
https://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk/ is usually...
https://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk/ is usually pretty accurate
There are a few ways to confirm you have xenon lights.
1. They are brighter and usually whiter than halogen
2. There will not be...
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D3 - Body and Exterior
24th July 2022, 09:04 AM
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25
Elusive wipers
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30,225
Posted By
homer simpson
Can't believe they have gone from £45 to £70! TPS...
Can't believe they have gone from £45 to £70! TPS price has also gone up from just over £60 to £80 before any discounts.
I was looking at a part for someone which was around £130-140 some months...
Forum:
D3 - Common Faults
11th July 2022, 04:59 PM
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15
06' A8 - few issues
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56,176
Posted By
homer simpson
If it was done recently and stopped working...
If it was done recently and stopped working since, I would get them back out to sort it
As for the engine mounts, try and get a visual on them, if they look OK and the ride seems good along with...
Forum:
D3 - Common Faults
9th July 2022, 06:44 PM
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15
06' A8 - few issues
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56,176
Posted By
homer simpson
I've seen this somewhere too but struggled to...
I've seen this somewhere too but struggled to find it when I was looking! Damn wish I saved the part number lol. I'm sure ETKA didn't list it either
Forum:
For Sale and Wanted - Cars
7th July 2022, 06:06 PM
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19
Audi s8 d3 5.2 litre v10 £3.5k
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9,791
Posted By
homer simpson
I there were a few in the queue ahead who would...
I there were a few in the queue ahead who would have purchased this had it not been withdrawn.
I was due to collect this on the weekend but it was withdrawn from sale, which I understand, we are...
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For Sale and Wanted - Cars
3rd July 2022, 09:00 AM
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19
Audi s8 d3 5.2 litre v10 £3.5k
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9,791
Posted By
homer simpson
I am interested in this as for once it is...
I am interested in this as for once it is actually local to me and I could get it trailered. Let me get back to you asap.
Can I get first call on it?
Forum:
D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
22nd June 2022, 03:54 PM
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12
06' A8L suspension
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10,863
Posted By
homer simpson
In theory, you can replace them but I haven't...
In theory, you can replace them but I haven't seen any for sale (although not looked specifically).
Forum:
D3 - Engine Bay
22nd June 2022, 03:53 PM
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8
Air Duct to Air Box
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19,016
Posted By
homer simpson
Seems to be the same problem I had. At times I...
Seems to be the same problem I had. At times I have managed to get it on with a lot of fiddling, other times it just will not stay on! Let me know if heat works, just be careful not too deform the...
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Daily banter
20th June 2022, 05:59 PM
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33
Price of Czar Putin to my pocket
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14,199
Posted By
homer simpson
I put some fuel in at Costco last week, premium...
I put some fuel in at Costco last week, premium petrol was £1.86/L which is not bad considering most premium fuels are around the £2 mark, still an absolute rip off though.
Costco have raised...
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D3 - Engine Bay
10th June 2022, 03:11 PM
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5
Timelapse video of my DIY S8 V10 carbon clean (plus finding a fairly major problem)
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8,228
Posted By
homer simpson
Good job!
Good job!
Forum:
D3 - Wheels and Tyres
4th June 2022, 11:01 AM
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15
Another TPMS thread
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24,934
Posted By
homer simpson
I never did source a replacement, maybe because...
I never did source a replacement, maybe because they are still working 12+ months on. I will have a look at ^^those for the future
Forum:
D3 - Interior Electrics
20th May 2022, 06:09 PM
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17
HVAC controls replacement
Views:
14,841
Posted By
homer simpson
Beautiful!
Beautiful!
Forum:
D3 - Interior Electrics
16th May 2022, 10:13 AM
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17
HVAC controls replacement
Views:
14,841
Posted By
homer simpson
Touareg?
Touareg?
Forum:
D3 - Interior Electrics
15th May 2022, 10:12 AM
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17
HVAC controls replacement
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14,841
Posted By
homer simpson
It seems it will have CP ...
It seems it will have CP
http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/showthread.php?t=16609
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Daily banter
29th April 2022, 09:35 AM
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22
Exclusive D2 added to the garage.
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11,510
Posted By
homer simpson
What a purchase! I'm glad someone on here bought...
What a purchase! I'm glad someone on here bought it, at least it will be looked after.
Such a unique vehicle, congratulations!
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Daily banter
29th April 2022, 09:30 AM
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11
A6 2014 2.0 Petrol - Opinions?
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5,840
Posted By
homer simpson
My cousin had this very issue on his 2.0 A3 of...
My cousin had this very issue on his 2.0 A3 of the same era. It had full history but Audi still tried to worm out of it as 2 services were done at a SEAT dealer but eventually caved in. Major rebuild...
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Daily banter
18th April 2022, 05:38 PM
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400
WITW - Barn-find Final Edition
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9,658,364
Posted By
homer simpson
Another epic WTIW thread and the results are...
Another epic WTIW thread and the results are stunning as always. Great work MJ
Forum:
Daily banter
1st April 2022, 01:35 PM
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7
Audi Recalls 26,000 4.0T cars
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3,394
Posted By
homer simpson
I don't understand how manufacturers can issue a...
I don't understand how manufacturers can issue a recall in only one country on a part fitted in all countries. I assume n the UK there is now a good chance to fight the dealer as they have agreed the...
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Daily banter
31st March 2022, 10:01 AM
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7
Audi Recalls 26,000 4.0T cars
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3,394
Posted By
homer simpson
Audi Recalls 26,000 4.0T cars
Seems to be Audi in the U.S. has recalled A8, S6, S7, S8 and RS7 with concerns over the turbo oil strainer which affects 2013-2017 vehicles. Not sure the UK will get anything as we usually don't.
...
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Daily banter
27th March 2022, 11:58 AM
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15
Audis with air suspension query
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6,110
Posted By
homer simpson
Not in the year range but my D3 can be driven in...
Not in the year range but my D3 can be driven in lift mode no problem. In fact I use it for the exact reason you mentioned - for going over a high kerb. Lift mode will automatically drop to normal...
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D3 - Interior Electrics
4th March 2022, 05:54 PM
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8
Is there a definitive guide to component protection?
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10,149
Posted By
homer simpson
Great, thankyou. This means the buttons and board...
Great, thankyou. This means the buttons and board for them around the gear lever can be changed without any CP. +++
Forum:
D3 - Interior Electrics
3rd March 2022, 11:21 AM
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8
Is there a definitive guide to component protection?
Views:
10,149
Posted By
homer simpson
Yes that's the bit I'm talking about. Buttons are...
Yes that's the bit I'm talking about. Buttons are fine (so far), but may play around with a different one at some point so wanted to know if it triggered CP.
Forum:
D3 - Interior Electrics
2nd March 2022, 03:43 PM
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8
Is there a definitive guide to component protection?
Views:
10,149
Posted By
homer simpson
Thank you that's brilliant. Do you know if the...
Thank you that's brilliant. Do you know if the MMI controller is part of the buttons or separate?
Forum:
D3 - Interior Electrics
1st March 2022, 03:06 PM
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8
Is there a definitive guide to component protection?
Views:
10,149
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homer simpson
Is there a definitive guide to component protection?
Is there a list anywhere as to what has component protection on a D3?
Forum:
Daily banter
24th February 2022, 03:46 PM
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400
WITW - Barn-find Final Edition
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9,658,364
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homer simpson
Silly question, never used Febi brake discs on a...
Silly question, never used Febi brake discs on a car, how well do they fair? I'm looking for a set of discs and pads for a friend on his BMW (sorry) but Brembos which I usually fit on most cars are...
Forum:
D3 - Interior Electrics
22nd February 2022, 05:09 PM
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5
A8 D3 2003 intermitent remote unlocking issue
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8,247
Posted By
homer simpson
There always are codes from flat/disconnected...
There always are codes from flat/disconnected batteries but you also have some that are showing incorrectly coded/no basic settings/component protection.
As said by the previous two posts, clear...
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Daily banter
17th February 2022, 12:37 PM
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400
WITW - Barn-find Final Edition
Views:
9,658,364
Posted By
homer simpson
Regarding the drop links, have you ever thought...
Regarding the drop links, have you ever thought of poly bushing them or do you prefer original rubber ones? The drop links seem to be similar to ones used in many Audis, I know my S8 (D3) is exactly...
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D3 - Engine Bay
16th February 2022, 02:52 PM
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3
Realistic tuning options of d3 4.2 tdi
Views:
9,222
Posted By
homer simpson
Bigger turbos, Remap, Exhaust will give big...
Bigger turbos, Remap, Exhaust will give big numbers but at a cost. A decent map will give plenty of power and torque. Speak to specialists like MRC or VRS who can give an idea of figures
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