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Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 18th November 2023, 10:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 16,879
Posted By paulrstaylor
Self tapper into it and pull on that...

Self tapper into it and pull on that...
Forum: Other Audis 5th March 2023, 07:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 12,157
Posted By paulrstaylor
You won't need to touch the steering column, but...

You won't need to touch the steering column, but you may need a new clock spring/slip ring/squib and stalks with the right options for your car plus heating contacts.

Here is an example...
Forum: Other Audis 28th February 2023, 02:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 12,157
Posted By paulrstaylor
I've fitted a few heated wheels to Audis over the...

I've fitted a few heated wheels to Audis over the years, but not a D5.

That said, they all are very similar - new wheel(and airbag if needed), clock spring, usually a power feed and fuse and a...
Forum: D4 - Engine Bay 18th February 2023, 05:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,669
Posted By paulrstaylor
I'm pretty sure it is just a plug, with an...

I'm pretty sure it is just a plug, with an o-ring. Pull it out, put it back - like a dip stick without the dip-stick!
Forum: Daily banter 14th February 2023, 04:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,993
Posted By paulrstaylor
Sounds like the battery could be toast - bear in...

Sounds like the battery could be toast - bear in mind the new one will need coding.

I fitted a towbar to a D4. Honestly not rocket science to do the genuine swivelling kit, but you need to be a...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 3rd January 2023, 05:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 26,422
Posted By paulrstaylor
I just took a look out of interest - it seems...

I just took a look out of interest - it seems like Tradition won't supply private UK buyers directly still, but will supply a UK-based VAT-registered business with a valid EORI number..... so small...
Forum: D4 - Wheels and Tyres 1st December 2022, 06:13 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 64,911
Posted By paulrstaylor
Swapping front to back would help isolate the...

Swapping front to back would help isolate the issue for sure +++
Forum: D4 - Wheels and Tyres 1st December 2022, 04:17 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 64,911
Posted By paulrstaylor
The seat of the pants probably points to rear...

The seat of the pants probably points to rear wheel issue - balancing or bent rim?
Forum: D4 - Wheels and Tyres 9th November 2022, 09:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 16,708
Posted By paulrstaylor
99.9% sure that's from a 4.2tdi! I had a...

99.9% sure that's from a 4.2tdi!

I had a few, but not any more, that's a pic from my phone!
Forum: D4 - Wheels and Tyres 9th November 2022, 08:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 16,708
Posted By paulrstaylor
40 seems high unless fully loaded, this is the...

40 seems high unless fully loaded, this is the door sticker from a 2016 D4

http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/attachment.php?attachmentid=28964&stc=1&d=1668026048

Inside the drivers door shut, note the...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 9th November 2022, 12:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,312
Posted By paulrstaylor
If the switch has failed "closed" then you might...

If the switch has failed "closed" then you might get a code. If it has failed "open" then you will probably be able to see it not operating in the measuring blocks.

The next generation of keyless...
Forum: D4 - Engine Bay 3rd November 2022, 08:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,306
Posted By paulrstaylor
I didn't, as the reason I had an old dipstick was...

I didn't, as the reason I had an old dipstick was the plastic handle was well past its best, and so I bought a new one for the S4. I just used it to dip on oil changes and kept it in the garage in...
Forum: D4 - Engine Bay 2nd November 2022, 05:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,306
Posted By paulrstaylor
You can, I also adapted a dipstick to work with...

You can, I also adapted a dipstick to work with my D4 4.2tdi as easier than the computer in my mind - from memory, I used an old one from a b6 S4 that I had lying around and added a twist in my vice...
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 23rd September 2022, 07:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,981
Posted By paulrstaylor
I had this many years ago on a 4.2tdi..... got...

I had this many years ago on a 4.2tdi..... got the right run around and not DIY'able for me on my drive, but the outcome wasn't that bad in the end (see post #20)
...
Forum: D3 - Wheels and Tyres 10th September 2022, 10:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 13,212
Posted By paulrstaylor
Agreed, the spare should be to get you out of a...

Agreed, the spare should be to get you out of a jam short term - not swap and forget.



Opinions vary (especially on FWD cars), but the safety advice would be put the new pair on the rear - if...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 19th August 2022, 03:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,777
Posted By paulrstaylor
I had a similar issue after the main dealer...

I had a similar issue after the main dealer replaced the climate controls on my Q7, long story short, they hadn't been coded correctly and were at least partly coded for LHD in a RHD car. If you...
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 25th July 2022, 12:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,049
Posted By paulrstaylor
I can't decide if even posting this is going to...

I can't decide if even posting this is going to get me nailed as the biggest bodger on the forum, but for what it is, if you are going with a good quality sensor, I'd be tempted to remove the...
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 25th July 2022, 09:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,049
Posted By paulrstaylor
I haven't changed an ABS sensor on a D2 for...

I haven't changed an ABS sensor on a D2 for probably nearly 20 years, which perhaps not surprisingly was much less stuck than yours. I did one last year on my brothers A4 where the body snapped,...
Forum: Other marques 19th July 2022, 06:52 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,354,304
Posted By paulrstaylor
Batteries sound like a small win, aside from...

Batteries sound like a small win, aside from that is everything okay?
Forum: Other marques 14th July 2022, 07:52 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,354,304
Posted By paulrstaylor
Tax it today, worst case, you lose a month?

Tax it today, worst case, you lose a month?
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Generic car items 25th June 2022, 08:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 20,570
Posted By paulrstaylor
If you have a scrap metal dealer nearby, they buy...

If you have a scrap metal dealer nearby, they buy scrap batteries for the lead 👍
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 23rd June 2022, 09:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,734
Posted By paulrstaylor
Is check the ride height, relatively simple to...

Is check the ride height, relatively simple to lower using VCDS and could explain why it's better in lift mode?
Forum: Daily banter 21st June 2022, 02:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,403
Posted By paulrstaylor
I have taken two two transactions by default at...

I have taken two two transactions by default at Costco now 🥴
Forum: Other marques 20th June 2022, 06:08 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,354,304
Posted By paulrstaylor
Not exactly a happy ending to this story, but at...

Not exactly a happy ending to this story, but at least it will end and you can use the car again! Hopefully no delay and smooth sailing from here, painless apart from the bill!
Forum: Other marques 13th June 2022, 12:27 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,354,304
Posted By paulrstaylor
As others have stated, s75. ...

As others have stated, s75.

https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/reclaim/section75-protect-your-purchases/

When I bought my RS4 there were a number of undisclosed issues which the supplying...
Forum: Other marques 12th June 2022, 08:34 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,354,304
Posted By paulrstaylor
To be fair, 6 years is probably pushing the time...

To be fair, 6 years is probably pushing the time limits, but can't hurt to involve another dealer in the process and see if they can apply some pressure on your behalf?
Forum: Other marques 11th June 2022, 09:34 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,354,304
Posted By paulrstaylor
So you would have to bring a claim for the cost...

So you would have to bring a claim for the cost of repair against the supplying dealer that the car they supplied was defective, and therefore not fit for purpose. Have you spoken with the supplying...
Forum: Other marques 11th June 2022, 07:36 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,354,304
Posted By paulrstaylor
Where did you buy the car and how long have you...

Where did you buy the car and how long have you owned it?

"The legal route" would be to bring a case against the supplier, not the manufacturer or the service agent (unless they sold you the car)?
Forum: Other marques 27th May 2022, 04:04 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,354,304
Posted By paulrstaylor
I was expecting them to play nice, my Dad has a...

I was expecting them to play nice, my Dad has a D4 V60 that had a top end rebuild FoC out of warranty because of an issue caused by a common EGR failure. He was put in a brand new car for three...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 18th May 2022, 09:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,737
Posted By paulrstaylor
They look like a good candidate for 3d printing?...

They look like a good candidate for 3d printing? :ROFL:
Forum: Daily banter 18th February 2022, 12:16 PM
Replies: 210
Views: 395,031
Posted By paulrstaylor
This is quite therapeutic to watch in the...

This is quite therapeutic to watch in the background of my working day!

LIVE: Storm Eunice at London Heathrow Airport
https://youtu.be/vPQh1FrbOc0
Forum: Other marques 25th January 2022, 11:06 AM
Replies: 390
Views: 3,778,907
Posted By paulrstaylor
I thought of this thread when I watched a Rich...

I thought of this thread when I watched a Rich Rebuilds video on youtube yesterday, outlining some (potentially sensationalist) service issues with Tesla in the US. ...
Forum: Daily banter 21st January 2022, 05:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,931
Posted By paulrstaylor
I have to admit when I saw this thread title, I...

I have to admit when I saw this thread title, I assumed you was going to say your White D3 and that you had bought it back again! :ROFL:
Forum: IT, AV and other Tech 21st January 2022, 03:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 21,310
Posted By paulrstaylor
Do you have the LinkedIn app on a mobile that may...

Do you have the LinkedIn app on a mobile that may contain contact details?
Forum: Daily banter 19th January 2022, 05:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,467
Posted By paulrstaylor
I have a similar dilemma, loved my 8's d2/3/4...

I have a similar dilemma, loved my 8's d2/3/4 but didn't love the roofbox (or trailer).

I had high hopes for the Q8, but sadly it just feels a less practical not expensive Q7..... a bit like the...
Forum: Daily banter 19th January 2022, 08:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,467
Posted By paulrstaylor
When I had a D4 that needed an extended stay in...

When I had a D4 that needed an extended stay in the Audi workshop in 2014 & 2015, I have a number of long term loan cars, including several factory fresh new D4's and also two or three well-speced...
Forum: Daily banter 14th December 2021, 09:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,093
Posted By paulrstaylor
Sytner select used to be an okay warranty, and...

Sytner select used to be an okay warranty, and extendable to three years at a price.... not sure if that's still the same :Confused:
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 29th November 2021, 05:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,594
Posted By paulrstaylor
Sounds like a sticking flap rather than a control...

Sounds like a sticking flap rather than a control panel issue? Are there any codes logged?
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 28th November 2021, 06:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,212
Posted By paulrstaylor
It was notoriously unreliable as a battery meter,...

It was notoriously unreliable as a battery meter, I have a feeling it was soft coded out from the factory in later years by default. Unless there is an issue with starting or systems shutting down,...
Forum: A6/S6/RS6 C6 10th November 2021, 09:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 77,386
Posted By paulrstaylor
I used the same place in 2013, the result was...

I used the same place in 2013, the result was good but it wasn't a simple journey! It was their first S4 cab, so shipped the lights to them in the Netherlands, a few weeks later they arrived back,...
Forum: A6/S6/RS6 C6 9th November 2021, 08:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 77,386
Posted By paulrstaylor
Worse than mine, which were replaced when the car...

Worse than mine, which were replaced when the car was 8 years old as they were like candles.....

http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/attachment.php?attachmentid=27403&stc=1&d=1636489566

I paid €400...
Forum: A6/S6/RS6 C6 8th November 2021, 10:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 77,386
Posted By paulrstaylor
The dipped and main beam will likely both be the...

The dipped and main beam will likely both be the same xenon lamp, with a shutter that opens for high beam. The H7 will be the flasher, as xenon take a second to light and halogen is instant.
...
Forum: A6/S6/RS6 C6 8th November 2021, 09:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 77,386
Posted By paulrstaylor
Probably burnt reflector bowls, they can be...

Probably burnt reflector bowls, they can be replaced with the projector, Trup at emtuning comes highly recommended..... but here sit down at the cost.....

https://emtuning.co.uk/
Forum: Daily banter 3rd November 2021, 05:38 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,037
Posted By paulrstaylor
Take it to the dealer for the recall and see what...

Take it to the dealer for the recall and see what happens +++ :ROFL:
Forum: Daily banter 3rd November 2021, 02:45 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,350
Posted By paulrstaylor
STEALers or DEALers

Sometimes they come good..... small scall but my other half has a Golf, which has a water ingress issue of late. Needed a small replacement hose, searching online cheapest I could find was £12 from...
Forum: Daily banter 1st November 2021, 09:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,350
Posted By paulrstaylor
:rofl::rofl::rofl:

:rofl::rofl::rofl:
Forum: Daily banter 1st November 2021, 08:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,350
Posted By paulrstaylor
Had it ever been to scotland? :(:ROFL:

Had it ever been to scotland? :(:ROFL:
Forum: Daily banter 30th October 2021, 09:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,350
Posted By paulrstaylor
Cash discount isn't likely to happen, as that...

Cash discount isn't likely to happen, as that will remove the kick back and commission on selling an expensive PCP deal.....
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 3rd October 2021, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,684
Posted By paulrstaylor
Terminal 30 is constant 12v, "open or short to...

Terminal 30 is constant 12v, "open or short to ground" means that the module isn't getting 12v, so most likely will be the fuse. From a distant memory, it is a 30a or even 40a, so I suspect the...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 3rd October 2021, 08:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,684
Posted By paulrstaylor
Fuse box. But suspect that will then be followed...

Fuse box. But suspect that will then be followed by the compressor....
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