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D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV
30th May 2015, 09:55 AM
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Sensible upgrade from non Bose system
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ToreBj
Well, the previous owner had installed all a mix...
Well, the previous owner had installed all a mix of things he thought was an improvement where I totally disagreed. Fortunately the car came with everything he had taken out, so it was a matter of...
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D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV
29th May 2015, 06:56 AM
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Sensible upgrade from non Bose system
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ToreBj
I have D2 FL with and without bose. I was not...
I have D2 FL with and without bose. I was not very impressed with either before I upgraded to RNS-E in both of them. This made a big difference and I would say that they are not that different when...
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D2 - Wheels and Tyres
14th May 2015, 06:44 AM
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audi s8 d2 10x20 all round
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ToreBj
Larger ET for 20 x 10
I've been asked if it's possible to use wheels with offset more than ET40. I think not. I did test the wheels before I put the tires on and I'm posting the result here.
The solution if you can't...
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D2 - Interior Electrics
5th March 2015, 09:11 PM
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Auto Wipers -WIP
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ToreBj
Well I have to go back on this. The headlight...
Well I have to go back on this. The headlight version didn't have the rain sensor connection. Something happened during 1998-2000 where an integrated version of rain sensor and dimmed interior mirror...
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D2 - Interior Electrics
4th March 2015, 06:51 PM
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Auto Wipers -WIP
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ToreBj
Resolved! Further digging led me to a diagram...
Resolved! Further digging led me to a diagram with the headlight option.
Ordering the parts now. Found a relay. Haven't found a sensor yet.
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D2 - Interior Electrics
4th March 2015, 12:48 PM
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Auto Wipers -WIP
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ToreBj
Headlight washer
I took a look at the electrical diagrams for Golf/Bora which uses this relay and I noticed that it did not have any connection to the headlight washer system?
Maybe that was not an option for...
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D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
1st September 2014, 08:24 AM
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S8 (D2) Control Arm Supension Kits - Experiences?
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ToreBj
I'm attaching a picture of the 2 variants.
I'm attaching a picture of the 2 variants.
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D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
27th August 2014, 01:09 PM
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S8 (D2) Control Arm Supension Kits - Experiences?
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ToreBj
Funny, I just discovered the same. Meyle HD set...
Funny, I just discovered the same. Meyle HD set where the lower front arm cone wouldn't enter because the diameter was too large.
What is the larger one for?
I also discovered that the outer...
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D2 - Fuel and Exhausts
27th June 2014, 04:57 PM
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Vibrating sound from filler cap area
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ToreBj
Checked , and mine doesn't have it (transfer...
Checked , and mine doesn't have it (transfer pump). Main pump and 3 smaller feeding pumps all connected to the main pump. No balancing.
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D2 - Fuel and Exhausts
10th June 2014, 10:33 AM
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Vibrating sound from filler cap area
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ToreBj
I'm reading up on the details in Elsawin, but was...
I'm reading up on the details in Elsawin, but was hoping to get some feedback based on previous experience.
Pictures - well I haven't presented the cars anywhere on this forum, but I posted some...
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D2 - Fuel and Exhausts
9th June 2014, 11:31 AM
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Vibrating sound from filler cap area
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ToreBj
Vibrating sound from filler cap area
Standing next to the car while the engine was running I heard a noise suddenly appearing from the tank fill area. It lasted for some time and suddenly stopped. When it started the next time I opened...
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D2 - Wheels and Tyres
8th April 2014, 05:52 PM
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audi s8 d2 10x20 all round
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25,138
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ToreBj
I put the new tires on today. I purchased Dunlop...
I put the new tires on today. I purchased Dunlop Maxx GT 255/35-20 ZR. In fact the only tire brand available in this size where I do my shopping. It has been an increased demand for this size lately...
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D2 - Interior
6th April 2014, 09:32 PM
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Soft touch interior plastics restoration- info here
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10,785
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ToreBj
Masking
Goran, congratulations on what seems like a very good paint job result. I saw the picture on how you did the masking job and like to mention how I did mine. I used PlastiDip applying 2-3 coats and...
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D2 - Interior
6th April 2014, 09:37 AM
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Soft touch interior plastics restoration- info here
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ToreBj
Lots of good info/alternatives here. I did mine...
Lots of good info/alternatives here. I did mine before I saw the last posts here. As mentioned it is easy just to rub off the vinyl covering stuff leaving an even/smooth surface to repaint. I used a...
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D2 - Wheels and Tyres
5th April 2014, 08:37 AM
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audi s8 d2 10x20 all round
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25,138
Posted By
ToreBj
I have plans for the same setup except my rims...
I have plans for the same setup except my rims are ET40. That leaves me with 5 mm offset which gives better outside clearance. Right?
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D2 - Interior
17th March 2014, 12:33 PM
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Soft touch interior plastics restoration- info here
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10,785
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ToreBj
..so I'm not the only one to get embaressed opening the door
Anyone close to mine? I Guess it's time...
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D2 - Body and Exterior
17th September 2013, 06:19 PM
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Retro Heated Windscreen
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71,582
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ToreBj
I've been thinking about the sidewall/cover. I...
I've been thinking about the sidewall/cover. I guess if you retrofit you can cut the existing sidewall?
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D2 - Interior Electrics
17th September 2013, 06:14 PM
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which upgrades would you suggest for a d2 prefacelift
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ToreBj
How did you route the wires to the headlamp area?
How did you route the wires to the headlamp area?
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D2 - Body and Exterior
11th September 2013, 06:26 AM
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Retro Heated Windscreen
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71,582
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ToreBj
I'm just guessing here, but the guy at the local...
I'm just guessing here, but the guy at the local workshop I used told me lots of stuff when it comes to how charging is done on newer cars. It could be that this unit senses the voltage at the...
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D2 - Body and Exterior
10th September 2013, 03:53 PM
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Retro Heated Windscreen
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Posted By
ToreBj
I measured it to about 13.7 V. Adding consumers...
I measured it to about 13.7 V. Adding consumers it would drop below 13.5 V and then you are actually discharging the battery.:tuttut:
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D2 - Body and Exterior
10th September 2013, 03:30 PM
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Retro Heated Windscreen
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71,582
Posted By
ToreBj
Voltage regulator
The modification for the external adjustment was done by a local workshop specialized in starters and alternators. They've been in the business for as long as I can remember and know their stuff. We...
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D2 - Body and Exterior
5th September 2013, 09:40 AM
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Retro Heated Windscreen
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71,582
Posted By
ToreBj
Thanks for the very useful feedback. I feel now...
Thanks for the very useful feedback. I feel now that I have sufficient overview to carry out the job. Since I got to see the pictures of the windscreen and where to lay the wires I don't have to go...
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D2 - Body and Exterior
4th September 2013, 10:24 AM
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42
Retro Heated Windscreen
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71,582
Posted By
ToreBj
Hi, I'm getting ready to do the retrofit myself....
Hi, I'm getting ready to do the retrofit myself. Were you able to prepare the wiring properly before you changed the windscreen? Or is that something that is better to do while the windscreen is...
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D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV
23rd April 2013, 06:57 AM
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5
Have RNS-C, want to upgrade to RNS-E
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3,524
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ToreBj
Canbus connection failed
Yesterday I tried to connect to the cluster Canbus. There are 3 Canbus connections available. Navigation, comfort and a 3rd one(engine control etc).
I tried the Navigation connection as this was...
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D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV
22nd April 2013, 06:46 AM
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5
Have RNS-C, want to upgrade to RNS-E
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3,524
Posted By
ToreBj
Thanks for the feedback. I see now that the...
Thanks for the feedback. I see now that the navradio (RNS-C) actually has a Canbus (pin 26/13) but it seems to go to the TV tuner only according to the documentation. That explains why nothing...
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D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV
21st April 2013, 05:23 PM
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5
Have RNS-C, want to upgrade to RNS-E
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3,524
Posted By
ToreBj
Have RNS-C, want to upgrade to RNS-E
I've been trying my best to find info for this upgrade. Seems like most of the stuff available is for RNS-D and other variants. Can someone point to any info available? Anyone having an opinion on...
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