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RanjS8
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For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items
17th April 2018, 11:14 AM
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Audi 6 CD Changer
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RanjS8
Audi 6 CD Changer
I also have a 6 CD Changer, which I am happy to give away also.
I believe it came out of an Audi S8 I had, however I am struggling to remember now. It has been sitting in my a garage a while.
...
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For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items
17th April 2018, 11:10 AM
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D2 FL Instrument Cluster
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2,585
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RanjS8
D2 FL Instrument Cluster
Have a D2 FL Instrument Cluster for anyone interest.
Happy to give away for nothing.
Just need to collect or pay for postage.
I bought it from A8 Parts a while back when I was playing around...
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For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items
17th April 2018, 11:05 AM
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D2 FACELIFT Xenon Headlights Free
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2,490
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RanjS8
D2 FACELIFT Xenon Headlights Free
It has been while since I have posted here.
However, I currently having a clearout of my garage and have a set of Xenon headlights for the facelift D2 sitting here.
One clip is slightly damaged...
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For Sale and Wanted - Cars
7th October 2016, 10:30 PM
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For sale 2003 D3 4.2 SPORT PETROL ON LPG
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4,599
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RanjS8
Cambelt n Spec
Hi
In terms of spec, I am not too hot on D3s so yes I am sure there are few things that I have missed.
Cambelt was done at approx 116k I believe. In terms gearbox I am not sure about servicing...
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For Sale and Wanted - Cars
30th September 2016, 12:42 PM
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For sale 2003 D3 4.2 SPORT PETROL ON LPG
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4,599
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RanjS8
For sale 2003 D3 4.2 SPORT PETROL ON LPG
Well time has come to let this car go to a new home.
I would love to keep it, however life is moving me in another direction so i need to let this go now.
Since i have owned it, I have done a...
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D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV
20th July 2016, 12:19 PM
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14
Component Protection
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5,795
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RanjS8
Component Protection
Hey Guys
I have found a chap that can bypass component protection without needing a trip to audi every time. Just needs the replacement component and the existing component to do the job.
I...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
13th July 2016, 07:03 AM
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Steering Rack Replacement
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7,021
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RanjS8
4 wheel alignment done. Car running better than ever!!!!!
Well, the steering rack replacement was a success!!!! I enlisted the help of my nephew, who has been working as an apprentice mechanic for a vw specialist for past 3 yrs. He has just moved to a bmw...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
3rd July 2016, 07:44 AM
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Steering Rack Replacement
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7,021
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RanjS8
Steering Rack replaced
Well the steering rack has been replaced. Still have to put power steering fluid in and bleed the system so car is still on axel stands and untested. However, this will be the first task next week...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
22nd June 2016, 10:15 PM
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Steering Rack Replacement
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7,021
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engine replacement
I will find out later this week if I need to take the engine out. I have bad feeling I do as that's what Guy told me in passing at some point.
3000 to replace Rack is a lot. I was quoted 600...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
22nd June 2016, 06:08 PM
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Steering Rack Replacement
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RanjS8
Steering Rack
I ordered one from A8 parts today. Will be arriving thursday/friday.
If it was on a d2, I would be quite confident. Unfortunately, I avoided getting to grips with the car and preferred giving it...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
22nd June 2016, 01:16 PM
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Steering Rack Replacement
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7,021
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RanjS8
been a while
hi Dezzy
it certainly has been a while. I ve been busy in other areas of life.
I am waiting for steering rack to arrive. Will take pics as I go
sorry to hear about yours. bring it back to life!
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
22nd June 2016, 08:32 AM
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Steering Rack Replacement
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7,021
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RanjS8
Steering Rack Replacement
Hey guys
Been a while. Well I have been advised that my steering rack needs replacing.
I am gona have a friend help me with this job. I am aware it isn't for the faint hearted.
I have a...
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For Sale and Wanted - General
6th April 2016, 10:52 AM
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Thinking to change cars, whats mine worth
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17,625
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RanjS8
pcp/finance
I ve been round and round in circles with pcp/finance recently. Personally, I never really liked it as you pay the depreciation but have nothing to show for it at the end of it.
Work out the...
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D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV
3rd April 2016, 12:37 PM
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MMI switches off after 30 secs or so
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3,055
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RanjS8
component protection
Yes i was aware of that and i find it sooooo annoying. I might try buying the optical loop tester thing you linked and just put that and see if it continues working. Which might save me from trying...
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D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV
2nd April 2016, 01:47 PM
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MMI switches off after 30 secs or so
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3,055
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RanjS8
Control head
Well I decided to disconnect the optical cable from the control head and see what faults were logged. And the same faults were recorded all be it permanent rather than intermittent. So I think the...
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D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV
2nd April 2016, 11:44 AM
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MMI switches off after 30 secs or so
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3,055
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RanjS8
MMI switches off after 30 secs or so
Hey guys been a while since I have been on here. So hello everyone.
Have a couple of issues with my A8.
But the most annoying one is this.
The MMI is working intermittently. It comes on...
Forum:
For Sale and Wanted - General
10th July 2015, 02:54 PM
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2
iPhone 5 AMI cable
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2,315
Posted By
RanjS8
ami cable
Hi
would u take 25 pound for it?
thanks ranj
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For Sale and Wanted - General
8th May 2015, 09:50 AM
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D2 FL detachable Towbar
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2,658
Posted By
RanjS8
d3
Will it fit the d3?
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D2 - Body and Exterior
3rd May 2015, 02:14 PM
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How to restore body work strips
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4,697
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RanjS8
lacquer coating
I have to admit i was totally unaware of the lacquer coating...so will need to address that issue....but i was very impressed wit the ease i got the mirror finish back.
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D2 - Transmission
30th April 2015, 10:18 PM
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Reverse Puts S8 Into Limp
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RanjS8
f125 switch
Your symptoms definitely sound like the f125 switch is faulty. The switch lives on the passenger side of the gearbox and the connector can be accessed from below or by removing the passenger side...
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D2 - Body and Exterior
30th April 2015, 10:05 PM
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How to restore body work strips
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4,697
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RanjS8
Polishing the silver strips
Well after some googling and watching some you tube videos on polishing aluminium, I finally found the answer in a little kit i bought from halfords.
...
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D3 - Interior Electrics
23rd April 2015, 05:57 PM
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7
keyless entry - R138 error
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4,645
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RanjS8
Kessi....antenna
sounds like antenna is faulty or the wiring between kessi n antenna is faulty....I would get a replacement antenna n wire it direct to kessi unit under passenger seat n see if it works...
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D2 - Body and Exterior
22nd April 2015, 07:17 PM
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7
How to restore body work strips
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4,697
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RanjS8
How to restore body work strips
The chrome strips on my car are looking a bit oxidised. I was wondering does anyone know how to restore them. Are they actually made of chrome or aluminium?
Forum:
Daily banter
10th April 2015, 11:16 PM
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23
Changing all interior trim
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10,478
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RanjS8
front trims
from memory which is a bit fuzzy so you have to forgive me.....i recall pulling out the driver side and passenger air vents.....once you pull them out, there are retaining screws or clips which you...
Forum:
Daily banter
10th April 2015, 11:04 PM
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2
2 days inttoo d3 ownershhiip
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3,610
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RanjS8
d3 experience
Well Ian you will be glad to hear, in the past few weeks....the following has been managed...
1. kessy is now working
2. i adapted the headlights so no more headlight beep or warning sign
3....
Forum:
TT 8N
6th April 2015, 09:57 AM
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88
My A8 replacement
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211,046
Posted By
RanjS8
looking good
Looking good andy.
I m loving the D3 andy....took it down to london yesterday....it was a dream to drive.....i changed the blower motor....things have improved....but still needs...
Forum:
TT 8N
4th April 2015, 09:34 PM
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88
My A8 replacement
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211,046
Posted By
RanjS8
Nice car
Nice car Andy. Glad you are happy.....funnily enough this is what i was looking at for the summer....maybe next year now....
Forum:
D3 - Interior Trims
28th March 2015, 01:11 PM
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5
aircon drains
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4,069
Posted By
RanjS8
aircon drains
Hey guys how do i get aircon drains. How do i unblock them.
Thanks
Ranj
Forum:
Daily banter
28th March 2015, 12:49 PM
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2
2 days inttoo d3 ownershhiip
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3,610
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RanjS8
2 days inttoo d3 ownershhiip
Well 2 days after getting my hands on Andys a8 and i m loving toys...its actually got tv on t go!!!!..... (tv only works wwwwhen u r driving).....
Theres few niggles but all doable fairly...
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D2 - Wheels and Tyres
24th March 2015, 09:20 PM
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19
D3 wheels on a D2 Problem !
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9,513
Posted By
RanjS8
tyre width
Ur issue is tyre width not rim width. 9j wheels r fine. Ideally u 255 35 20 tyres....but the 275 35 20 tend to b cheaper hence ur issue.
only 2options narrower tyres on front or minimum 5mm...
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For Sale and Wanted - General
23rd March 2015, 03:06 PM
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3
needed vacuum hoses
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3,235
Posted By
RanjS8
thanks
Thanks ...looks like just the place
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D2 - Engine Bay
23rd March 2015, 01:06 PM
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9
Simple question.
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4,139
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RanjS8
cambelt change
Just depends how much u love ur 8 i guess....just ensure timing tools r used when it is done....n it isnt just a tippex job...
Forum:
For Sale and Wanted - General
23rd March 2015, 12:49 PM
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3
needed vacuum hoses
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3,235
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RanjS8
needed vacuum hoses
I need to replace a vacuum hose for the secondary air circulation pump....does anyone know wer i can get some from or have some for sale.
Thanks
Ranj
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For Sale and Wanted - General
16th March 2015, 06:39 AM
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5
D3 4.2 QS with LPG
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16,874
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RanjS8
pm sent
Pm sent
Forum:
Daily banter
11th March 2015, 09:37 PM
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I hate my A8 so much
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17,928
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RanjS8
a8 all the way
I understand how u feel ...a8 can be expensive cars to maintain but in terms of comfort n joy there just isnt anything like it.
Last month i drove to st austell n back in the seat ibiza ....its...
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D2 - Transmission
5th March 2015, 09:18 PM
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6
f125 connector? where does it live?
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3,837
Posted By
RanjS8
thanks alot
Looks like the connector is fairly easy to get to....so that will be the first thing i will check. The s8 will be on car ramps this sunday.....my son should enjoy that....he is only 5 but already...
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D2 - Body and Exterior
4th March 2015, 05:51 PM
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20
Odd reverse dip mirror behaviour
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10,026
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RanjS8
mirror dipping issue on reverse
Hey guys
There is something called the mirror control module that sits on the driverside. It near where the driver seat belt mechanism is fixed. It goes faulty with time and so the auto dipping...
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D2 - Transmission
4th March 2015, 05:40 PM
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6
f125 connector? where does it live?
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3,837
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RanjS8
image of the wire
I m really bad with pictures....can never quite work out whats going on.....it looks like the wire from the switch is attached to the underside of the gear box....is it going towards the front or...
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D2 - Transmission
4th March 2015, 03:46 PM
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6
f125 connector? where does it live?
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3,837
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RanjS8
connector?
The switch is bolted to the side of the gearbox. Its only held on by two bolts but they are very easy to strip so has the potential of making this a night mare job in situ ....verging on...
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D2 - Transmission
4th March 2015, 02:46 PM
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6
f125 connector? where does it live?
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3,837
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RanjS8
f125 connector? where does it live?
Well recently this has been playing and sending the gearbox into safe mode when i go into reverse on a cold start. I have feeling the connector is at fault rather than the switch itself. I dont...
Forum:
Daily banter
26th February 2015, 11:47 AM
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10
bad morning made better by the audi
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7,114
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RanjS8
bad morning made better by the audi
Well i woke up this morning to find someone had decided to break the glass on my passenger front door n in the 3/4 rear panel in the seat ibiza.
Have no idea why....they didnt take...
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Other marques
26th February 2015, 11:18 AM
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Mercedes SL55 AMG - Conversion
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17,914
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RanjS8
power
That is just sooo cool....need a garage full of horses for sure...
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D2 - Everything else
18th February 2015, 05:47 PM
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312
Erratic throttle response when cold
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95,262
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RanjS8
erratic throttle
Have u consider the fuel pump relay or fuel pump?
Forum:
Daily banter
13th February 2015, 01:41 PM
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S8 Pre facelift
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5,121
Posted By
RanjS8
s8
Thats my point....an enthusiast would want original s8 wheels in the least. But still someone is expecting to get at least 4k for it.
So wer would u put the price of an s8 with originals wheels...
Forum:
Daily banter
13th February 2015, 12:09 PM
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S8 Pre facelift
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5,121
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RanjS8
S8 Pre facelift
http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/161598761048?cmd=VIDESC
Have a look at this advert....looks like the price of these cars is rising......surprised it isnt on s8 wheels those.
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For Sale and Wanted - General
4th February 2015, 07:15 PM
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14
D4 4.2 tdi
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6,782
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RanjS8
wat a car
Wowwww.!!!....if only this was 6 months later....
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For Sale and Wanted - General
30th January 2015, 09:22 AM
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27
2002 s8 d2 - SOLD
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9,973
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RanjS8
thanks
thanks guys
first thing i did this morning was look through the window at 8 parked on the drive.....feel like kid with a late xmas present...
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For Sale and Wanted - General
30th January 2015, 12:19 AM
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27
2002 s8 d2 - SOLD
Views:
9,973
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RanjS8
Back in the Groove
Hey Guys
I just couldnt resist. Went to have a look last week and i was impressed with what i found. Micheal is a top guy with an eye for detail.
I ve been pottering around in seat ibiza...
Forum:
A8 / S8 Generic Posts
5th November 2013, 11:37 PM
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12
Am I being unreasonable?
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RanjS8
unreasonable????
having a wheel bearing fail under warranty seems really unlucky....and I suppose ur right to ask for brake job for half price.....but I suppose the dealership view is this:::
when changing brake...
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D2 - Engine Bay
29th October 2013, 06:14 PM
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5
engine start problem
Views:
4,286
Posted By
RanjS8
coolant temperature sensor
The battery power maybe an issue .....but that would normaly cause an issue starting from cold or cause efficient running issues....
Your issue is restarting when hot.....that is a classic case of...
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