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Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 4th November 2017, 09:56 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 17,930
Posted By Tomson
Bloody car, the money it eats is ridiculous! ...

Bloody car, the money it eats is ridiculous!

Anyway, tyres and arms made no difference if anything each one highlighted the brake issues further.

Picked her up again yesterday with New front...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 18th September 2017, 01:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,543
Posted By Tomson
Cheers+++

Cheers+++
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 18th September 2017, 10:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,543
Posted By Tomson
This morning I bought the RBC-1 which is the bass...

This morning I bought the RBC-1 which is the bass level controller for the amp, the source quality is just so different depending on whether its the radio, or the CD, or the iPhone that I know I will...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 18th September 2017, 08:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,543
Posted By Tomson
So quick update on this. I had been umming...

So quick update on this.

I had been umming and arring about what kit to go for and looking on eBay and gumtree etc. Ending up with the more expensive option ad buying some JL audio gear off a lad...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 15th September 2017, 07:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,543
Posted By Tomson
Having attempted to attack this side of the...

Having attempted to attack this side of the install tonight I can confirm that for my 2002 S8 this is the correct pin layout.

RCA's and remote now installed.

As a tip to anyone trying this, I...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 13th September 2017, 09:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,543
Posted By Tomson
Honestly, I must finally get around to...

Honestly, I must finally get around to understanding the wiring diagrams. I must say that I am struggling to understand them.

I did find this on posted by Audinutt on Quattroworld that suggests...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 12th September 2017, 01:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,543
Posted By Tomson
Does anyone have a wiring diagram for the Bose...

Does anyone have a wiring diagram for the Bose harness?
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 12th September 2017, 01:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,543
Posted By Tomson
Many thanks, thats just the information i...

Many thanks, thats just the information i needed.+++
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 12th September 2017, 12:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 17,930
Posted By Tomson
Discs are fairly worn, so will try replacing them...

Discs are fairly worn, so will try replacing them after messing with the tyres.

I'll report back.

Tom
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 12th September 2017, 12:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,543
Posted By Tomson
BOSE low level ?

Hi All,

Like many I am a little underwhelmed by the bass in the S8.

Hence my decision to add a sub and amp.

Install looks fairly simple (the battery location really helps) but I have a...
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 12th September 2017, 07:24 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 17,930
Posted By Tomson
I am just dealing with this now, it seems to be...

I am just dealing with this now, it seems to be one of the many features of these wonderful beasts.

Worn out arms were an advisory at the least MOT, so have just had these replaced - no real...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 24th July 2017, 08:15 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,940
Posted By Tomson
Still on Pistonheads, eBay ad expired. When...

Still on Pistonheads, eBay ad expired.

When the Pistonheads advert expires I'm not going to advertise it again, when the Alfa and the Porsche go there will be plenty of room on the drive.+++
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 18th July 2017, 08:30 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,940
Posted By Tomson
I have this on eBay and Pistonheads, and amazed...

I have this on eBay and Pistonheads, and amazed at the lack of interest.

Started it at £5500.00, now at £5300.00 and thinking about £5000.00.

Would also consider a part exchange, just for...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 19th April 2017, 08:27 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,940
Posted By Tomson
Yes, its still for sale - although in fairness...

Yes, its still for sale - although in fairness its not advertised anywhere.

Was thinking about doing a proper add later this month.
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 6th March 2017, 01:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,940
Posted By Tomson
Yes thats the ones

Yes thats the ones
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 23rd February 2017, 03:05 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,940
Posted By Tomson
PM sent Cheers+++

PM sent

Cheers+++
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 23rd February 2017, 11:49 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,940
Posted By Tomson
To be honest the grill fit is average, but better...

To be honest the grill fit is average, but better than the holes.

I had one S8 grill that i recently sold, but didn't fancy parting with over £100.00 for the other. I can't remember if they were...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 22nd February 2017, 09:59 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,940
Posted By Tomson
Yes

Yes
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 21st February 2017, 04:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,940
Posted By Tomson
Yes i really like the S8, have spent a fair bit...

Yes i really like the S8, have spent a fair bit it now and she is nearly getting there.

Still are bits to sort, a couple of parking dings, the interior door handles are a bit scuffed up and the...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 21st February 2017, 01:33 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,940
Posted By Tomson
Apologies again, moving house next week etc. etc....

Apologies again, moving house next week etc. etc. blah blah blah.

Just took a couple of shots with the old iPhone for the moment.

https://s31.postimg.org/xgi1f3kaj/s8_intera.jpg
...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 19th February 2017, 08:10 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,940
Posted By Tomson
http://i67.tinypic.com/11lkjcw.jpg

http://i67.tinypic.com/11lkjcw.jpg
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 19th February 2017, 08:06 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,940
Posted By Tomson
Hi Neil, I'm located in Cheltenham. I...

Hi Neil,

I'm located in Cheltenham.

I have some more of the outside, I will take some of the inside as well and get them posted up.

Oh and I'll turn on notifications so I know when I've had...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 14th February 2017, 04:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,940
Posted By Tomson
2002 (52) Audi D2 S8

Hi,

My 2002 S8 is unfortunately for sale due to having to do more travelling in a new job role.

115k Miles
6 former Keepers
MOT until 30th October 2017
Milltek Exhaust
Driver Transmissions...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 11th January 2017, 02:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,028
Posted By Tomson
Fair enough gents, oddly enough eBay have also...

Fair enough gents, oddly enough eBay have also removed the listing so looks like parts are heading to the skip
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 11th January 2017, 07:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,028
Posted By Tomson
Lots of S8 D2 Pre-facelift Parts

Hi All,

I am pretty sure I am breaking forum rules here, but seems like this is the best place to advertise the remaining bits from the S8 I broke earlier in the year.
....



.....
I...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 11th February 2016, 04:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,482
Posted By Tomson
Spoke to the chap at ZF who was helpful, although...

Spoke to the chap at ZF who was helpful, although the conversation was very disappointing. I suppose from his point of view he has to go with the official line.:tuttut:

Although he is still not...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 11th February 2016, 11:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,482
Posted By Tomson
Technical department at ZF are going to ring me...

Technical department at ZF are going to ring me back later, so hopefully will get the definitive answer on what if anything is interchangeable +++

Also so far have had one company confirm that it...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 11th February 2016, 10:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,482
Posted By Tomson
So I found this information ...

So I found this information

http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii29/GearShift2008/5HP24AValveBlocks_zps704590c5.jpg

on this thread...

http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/showthread.php?t=7323&page=2...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 11th February 2016, 10:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,482
Posted By Tomson
Apologies FBG... Cheers, Tom

Apologies FBG...

Cheers,

Tom
Forum: D2 - Transmission 11th February 2016, 09:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,482
Posted By Tomson
Cheers

Cheers
Forum: D2 - Transmission 11th February 2016, 09:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,482
Posted By Tomson
Yes I'm heading down the route that the original...

Yes I'm heading down the route that the original will have to be rebuilt.

I just can't understand why after changing the solenoids nothing worked.

Does anyone know if when the valve body...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 11th February 2016, 09:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,482
Posted By Tomson
Apologies forgot to mention the gearbox codes. ...

Apologies forgot to mention the gearbox codes.

pre facelift (good box) is DYM
Facelift (with crack in valve block) is ZBG

Also have found out valve control block replacement part is 01L 927...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 11th February 2016, 09:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,482
Posted By Tomson
Newbie S8 ZF Help please

Good Morning All,

My name is Tom and I own and run a German Car Specialist in Cheltenham called German Marques. As a car/bike enthusiast from birth, 5 years ago I gave up my job and decided to...
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