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Forum: D3 - Everything Else 9th July 2021, 09:59 AM
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Posted By mcs
I have been chasing an extended leather interior...

I have been chasing an extended leather interior for a number of years but my interior colour (indigo) is too rare and extended leather pack 3 wasn’t actually offered locally. I have only seen one...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 12th May 2021, 06:12 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
True. This is why I was able to tolerate the lack...

True. This is why I was able to tolerate the lack of proper heat for a long time haha. But it gets cold this year.

While I was there I sorted the Carplay. I was getting some feedback from the TV...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 14th April 2021, 10:32 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Just an update, I have sorted a long term (2...

Just an update,

I have sorted a long term (2 years) HVAC issue.

There was a lack of proper heat coming from the dash. Oddly, it was ok from the rear vents (4 zone car).

I was preparing to...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 13th November 2020, 02:16 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Sure. ...

Sure.

https://www.joyeauto.com/wjau-6audi-mmi-2g-wifi-wireless-apple-carplay-ios-airplay-mirroring-link-solution/

I was very impressed with the quality of the wiring from this kit.

Also, for...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 13th November 2020, 01:31 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
https://i.postimg.cc/bN7qrBk2/E207146-C-6631-4000-...

https://i.postimg.cc/bN7qrBk2/E207146-C-6631-4000-886-B-907060-F56198.jpg (https://postimg.cc/8jm2nwy1)

https://i.postimg.cc/Qx9XX393/34805282-9579-4-CE2-9-C7-F-95-B41-CEA94-FA.jpg...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 11th November 2020, 11:01 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Update: The cost of D3 ownership is paid...

Update:

The cost of D3 ownership is paid with the following 'maintenance items"

New Suspension Compressor
New upper control arms
New stabilizer bar links
New Lower Control arms
New brake...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 13th May 2019, 11:24 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Pics for reference ...

Pics for reference

https://i.vgy.me/WwYJlj.jpg
https://i.vgy.me/FMgMtE.jpg
https://i.vgy.me/MSug3b.jpg

It is still in perfect nick after all these years.
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 13th May 2019, 06:50 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
The old girl is still kicking. I have...

The old girl is still kicking.

I have changed it's oil myself now, and reduced its use (I bought a new RS Skoda as a daily) but it is nice to use for long distance trips.

I only have one...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 1st January 2017, 09:22 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
The bonnet cable has been replaced, a suspected...

The bonnet cable has been replaced, a suspected air leak at the intake has been found and the car seems to be rnning well.

The boot motor will be replaced tomorrow and other than a slight wheel...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 18th December 2016, 09:08 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Add to the **** list a return of the misfire due...

Add to the **** list a return of the misfire due to a suspected air leak and a snapped boot motor cable (2nd one!)
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 30th November 2016, 12:20 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
It just hasn't been a good month for A8...

It just hasn't been a good month for A8 ownership.

Three tyres with tread separation, a misfire ( it was a dirty MAF and hasn't repeated)

Aircon compressor refusing to work (it was a low...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 11th July 2016, 10:06 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Yeah, the console was a large faff. I am not sure...

Yeah, the console was a large faff. I am not sure I will do another one.
I need to adjust the armrests slightly as they are vertically unaligned but I undid a bolt I didn't need to so that was the...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 11th July 2016, 03:07 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Extended Leather console fitted. Awful job. But I...

Extended Leather console fitted. Awful job. But I am very impressed with the build quality of the car in the bits you can't see.

I just need the aluminium rear vent part to finish the alum...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 26th June 2016, 11:47 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Well it has been a **** week for the Audi. ...

Well it has been a **** week for the Audi.

First, my car wouldn't go into lift mode and the ride was appallingly hard. The car has sports air so it was especially crap.

I scanned the car and...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 9th June 2016, 10:57 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
The dye still hasn't arrived but no surprise...

The dye still hasn't arrived but no surprise coming from Europe.

I also managed to secure an indigo leather lower console from Germany.
Aussie cars do not ever seem to have aluminium interior...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 30th May 2016, 01:02 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
It's definitely indigo. I ordered the refurb dye...

It's definitely indigo. I ordered the refurb dye from Germany colour matched already and I will post the pics of it when its done.

The cleaner used was Autoglym, and I will stick to using it on my...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 27th May 2016, 12:41 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Well, last weekend was terrible for the A8. ...

Well, last weekend was terrible for the A8.

I found a small coolant leak. No idea where it is coming from but it is somewhere low at the back of the engine.

In addition, I use a leather cleaner...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 10th March 2016, 12:08 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
The module I used doesn't need a tv installed. It...

The module I used doesn't need a tv installed. It is an adapter between the screen and the control head.

You need a control head with fbas only if you want a factory camera module installed.
...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 10th March 2016, 12:02 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
It cost me all up about 110gbp for the camera and...

It cost me all up about 110gbp for the camera and the module delivered.

I installed it myself and used the wiring it came with.

It's not as good as a factory camera but I was quoted well into...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 10th March 2016, 11:46 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
All done. The camera is pretty decent for...

All done.

The camera is pretty decent for the cost, the wiring is easy, and the car is back together. It comes up on reverse automatically.
...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 8th March 2016, 08:58 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
I am going to fix the camera using one of the...

I am going to fix the camera using one of the screws for the number plate light. I have worked out how to get it into the bootlid from there, and I have already run the video cable into the boot lid...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 8th March 2016, 01:18 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Thanks mate! That is a big help! Mike

Thanks mate! That is a big help!

Mike
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 7th March 2016, 10:45 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Thanks Del! How do you remove the seat base?...

Thanks Del!

How do you remove the seat base?

Mike
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 7th March 2016, 10:38 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
I have tested the camera module with the MMI and...

I have tested the camera module with the MMI and it works flawlessly.

As a bonus, it has an infrared receiver and a remote control, to allow for video modes and 4 inputs to be selected if you hit...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 21st February 2016, 07:20 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
http://jku.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/1/im...

http://jku.com.au/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/b4cad1b2dda91fee25cb0143b62f1c2e/d/s/dsc_4936.jpg

This is what I am using. It will connect between the control head and the screen, serving as...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 20th February 2016, 09:15 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Cheers mate. I've got copies of them all. ...

Cheers mate.

I've got copies of them all.

Before I purchased the car I went through the previous owners forum posts and made sure the car was looked after and maintained. Since it was, to a...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 20th February 2016, 08:45 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Ahh brilliant! Cause I will have to install...

Ahh brilliant!

Cause I will have to install the interface module there. Happily, all the wiring I require is also there so this is a decent win.

Mike
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 20th February 2016, 08:43 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Haha. That is my car. That was probably uploaded...

Haha. That is my car. That was probably uploaded by the previous owner.

It has changed somewhat since then however. Much more tech upgrades and some additional trim.

Mike
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 20th February 2016, 07:38 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Well, I have ordered a factory looking...

Well,

I have ordered a factory looking reverse camera and an MMI interface module that should cut the feed to the screen from the control head and send the camera footage there when reverse is...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 4th January 2016, 08:43 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
I used a Turtlewax Headlight Restore and Sealant...

I used a Turtlewax Headlight Restore and Sealant with a Rotary Orbital detailing polisher.

I then used a wax and resin sealant.

Mike
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 3rd January 2016, 02:14 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Few pics. The car has had a proper paint...

Few pics.

The car has had a proper paint detail.

http://i405.photobucket.com/albums/pp136/mcstannard_bucket/6BF52A69-F830-41A9-A898-9FDB28D3261D_zpsx0buirek.jpg...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 8th August 2015, 01:42 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
I do, usually shipping kills! Anyway, I have...

I do, usually shipping kills!

Anyway, I have decided that the factory reverse camera is too hard. Pricing parts and having that rear bracket painted will be non-cost effective.

Since my car...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 29th July 2015, 12:53 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Yeah, it was a bit interesting seeing the car...

Yeah, it was a bit interesting seeing the car with all that removed.

I wish I could get parts locally for what you guys pay and as easily.

I'm thinking that I will attempt the ACC retrofit at...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 26th July 2015, 11:26 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
http://i405.photobucket.com/albums/pp136/mcstannar...

http://i405.photobucket.com/albums/pp136/mcstannard_bucket/IMG_1128_zpsbxag6vho.jpg

Timing belts last more than the 56,000 miles the interval is here, but the water pump usually gives out. As well...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 30th June 2015, 12:05 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Bugger! I sent the car in for a service, and...

Bugger!

I sent the car in for a service, and it came back with a list.

New lower control arms,
new inner and outer tie rod ends
new timing belt, all pullies, and drive belts.
new water pump...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 30th April 2015, 03:59 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Update, I have ordered a new Central...

Update,

I have ordered a new Central Electronic Module to get the wipers and lights working properly, but I have the light only sensor just to make sure it can work if not.

I also ordered the...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 6th March 2015, 12:46 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Yes they are wrapped. I wasn't keen on buying the...

Yes they are wrapped. I wasn't keen on buying the parts.

3M make a wrap that looks and feels like brushed alum. It reflects in the sun the same, and it looks much nicer than the dark grey plastic....
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 5th March 2015, 09:10 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
http://i405.photobucket.com/albums/pp136/mcstannar...

http://i405.photobucket.com/albums/pp136/mcstannard_bucket/B95779DB-98B5-40E9-9832-E62F3E5B2CAE_zpstarwneob.jpg
...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 1st March 2015, 10:14 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Thanks for the comments guys, The colour is...

Thanks for the comments guys,

The colour is Northern Blue Pearl. It is a brilliant colour, and looks $1 million.

A8's here are still quite expensive to buy, so most have a max of 50-60,000...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 1st March 2015, 10:45 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 76,063
Posted By mcs
Mike's Aussie D3 A8

Hello All,

I'm very proud of my A8 as it is such a rare and (still) expensive car down here.

It is a 4.2 Quattro Sport SWB.

In Australia everything was optional. Individually, not packaged....
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