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Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 11th April 2012, 06:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,888
Posted By S4Phil
A8 4.2 QS vs. A8 + S8 Suspension

Is the A8 Sport suspension different to an A8 and S8?

Is it the shocks? Springs? Or both? +++
Forum: Daily banter 11th April 2012, 06:49 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 18,282
Posted By S4Phil
Ford Focus ST170 would be my worst! Noisy,...

Ford Focus ST170 would be my worst! Noisy, gutless, unreliable, badly built, horrible green dials, uncomfortable, annoying!!!!! :rolleyes:
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 29th March 2012, 08:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,493
Posted By S4Phil
Secondary air injection heats the cats when...

Secondary air injection heats the cats when they're cold by pumping fresh air into the exhaust to heat it quicker. (hotter cat = more efficient cat)

If you're de-catting probably best to cut out...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 29th March 2012, 08:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,494
Posted By S4Phil
Easily £1500 - £2000 worth even with the problems...

Easily £1500 - £2000 worth even with the problems I imagine. If you can spanner even slightly I would be breaking it, lots of money in that car +++
Forum: D2 - Everything else 29th March 2012, 07:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,714
Posted By S4Phil
That's true, not forgetting how many leaps and...

That's true, not forgetting how many leaps and bounds oil has come along since 1998 though! A good 5w40 or 0w40 I'm sure would keep the engine right.

Who's to say that crappy oil cooler bolted...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 29th March 2012, 01:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,714
Posted By S4Phil
Sounds like a good plan :) I'm fairly certain it...

Sounds like a good plan :) I'm fairly certain it would work out cheaper than the full thing from TPS also!
Forum: D2 - Everything else 28th March 2012, 06:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,714
Posted By S4Phil
Also meant to ask where's the best place to pick...

Also meant to ask where's the best place to pick up an oil cooler? I was considering blanking it off and running a 16-row or similar if possible.
Forum: D2 - Everything else 28th March 2012, 05:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,714
Posted By S4Phil
Much appreciated guys +++ I did see that...

Much appreciated guys +++

I did see that small pipe on Vagcat and then read up about it failing often so it will get done too, although if this plastic one has lasted 10+ years I'm quite happy for...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 27th March 2012, 06:29 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 11,625
Posted By S4Phil
Don't worry about it too much! Seat Belts ...

Don't worry about it too much!

Seat Belts
Bulbs
All doors open in and out
Tyre treads
Cuts or cracking in the tyre walls
Exhaust system leaks
Handbrake feels tight
Forum: D2 - Everything else 25th March 2012, 09:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,714
Posted By S4Phil
Which coolant pipe is that sorry? Belt and...

Which coolant pipe is that sorry?

Belt and gubbins are pretty new as I know the previous garage who worked on the car. I will probably do the thermostat though and new rocker gaskets etc.
Forum: D2 - Everything else 25th March 2012, 09:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,714
Posted By S4Phil
My 4.2 QS Engine Repair + MOT!!

Thought I had better start a thread on the work I'm doing on the A8 currently. I have a tradition of starting project threads even if the car doesn't get finished :ROFL:

Long story short, the...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 11th March 2012, 11:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,851
Posted By S4Phil
I'd be firing up VAGCOm before going any further...

I'd be firing up VAGCOm before going any further with the diagnosis, it will give you a much better idea of the problem. Post up the results +++
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 6th March 2012, 05:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,364
Posted By S4Phil
How much of an 'inspection' did he make? ...

How much of an 'inspection' did he make?

Check:

Brake flexi hoses
Brake pipes (condition and for leaks)
Calipers for leaks
ABS module for leaks
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