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Forum: Daily banter 9th January 2013, 02:41 PM
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Posted By E.L.M.O
Im rather enjoying it! :) +++

Im rather enjoying it! :)

+++
Forum: A4/S4 B6 9th January 2013, 02:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 48,138
Posted By E.L.M.O
Hi Singh I think the short shift will be a...

Hi Singh

I think the short shift will be a step to far for me! +++

Really interested in the B7 RS 4 ARB's and a Milltek though. Im guessing It has to be Milltek and not worth considering any...
Forum: A4/S4 B6 6th January 2013, 09:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 48,138
Posted By E.L.M.O
Hi Amar thanks mate, its good to be back! :)...

Hi Amar

thanks mate, its good to be back! :)

Right I will add the B7 RS 4 anti roll bar to the want list, and will aim to have that done at the same time I have the miltek and remap done :)
...
Forum: A4/S4 B6 6th January 2013, 04:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 48,138
Posted By E.L.M.O
After seeing these in real life, i think I might...

After seeing these in real life, i think I might have made my choice! Lovely wheels!!!

http://sphotos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/400153_10151310434395270_1825903482_n.jpg
...
Forum: A4/S4 B6 3rd January 2013, 11:35 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 48,138
Posted By E.L.M.O
I know it is a B7 but hmmmm.... ...

I know it is a B7 but hmmmm....

http://static.pagenstecher.de/uploads/9/9d/9dc/9dcd/A4B7Avant20Zoll.jpg

http://www.eurocompulsion.net/A4avant0315093.jpg

I think I still prefer the other 3...
Forum: A4/S4 B6 3rd January 2013, 09:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 48,138
Posted By E.L.M.O
How about these? Or is it a big NO NO with the...

How about these?
Or is it a big NO NO with the adaptor spacers?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/261147852017?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
Forum: A4/S4 B6 3rd January 2013, 09:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 48,138
Posted By E.L.M.O
Thanks everyone. I'm still interested in...

Thanks everyone.

I'm still interested in you're recommendations for places to have the Miltek fitted and get the remap done. I know it really is a "how long is a piece of string question" but does...
Forum: A4/S4 B6 2nd January 2013, 05:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 48,138
Posted By E.L.M.O
What can I say Adrian, I am an odd ball! :ROFL: ...

What can I say Adrian, I am an odd ball! :ROFL:

It doesnt have to be all done at the same time, it would have just been ideal.

Does anyone have a ballpark figure on a purchase and install of...
Forum: A4/S4 B6 2nd January 2013, 01:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 48,138
Posted By E.L.M.O
Thanks Rich, It feels good to be back as an Audi...

Thanks Rich, It feels good to be back as an Audi owner!

I have a healthier bank balance than I did when I had the 8, due to better income and no ball and chain anymore so I am free to "play" with...
Forum: A4/S4 B6 2nd January 2013, 01:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 48,138
Posted By E.L.M.O
I just need help choosing the 19" wheels! The...

I just need help choosing the 19" wheels!
The options:

http://sphotos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/165839_10151303275735270_183470925_n.jpg
...
Forum: A4/S4 B6 2nd January 2013, 01:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 48,138
Posted By E.L.M.O
S4 Avant B6 Just bought!

Finally got around to replacing my stolen A8 D2 4.2 Sport.

I am now the owner of a 2003 Audi S4 Avant with a manual box! (im really looking forward to enjoying the manual box of the S4 over the...
Forum: Daily banter 30th December 2012, 07:52 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
Hello all! Well it took me a while.... but...

Hello all!

Well it took me a while.... but im back!
Almost a year since the 4.2 D2 was stolen and I have just bought myself a S4 B6 Avant with a manual box! cant wait to get it!
ive got a few...
Forum: Daily banter 3rd June 2012, 10:19 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
Yeah the RS2 is hugely tempting.... But so is the...

Yeah the RS2 is hugely tempting.... But so is the S4....!

Out of interest, if the 8's top speed is 172 unrestricted, what should it be on a manual S4? Sorry I know its a childish question but I'm...
Forum: Daily banter 3rd June 2012, 12:31 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
Hey all, sorry its been a while. ive had a fair...

Hey all, sorry its been a while. ive had a fair amount going on. ive been busy not getting married. Long story, dont worry.

Anyway, i very much need something to cheer myself up.
im still traslly...
Forum: Daily banter 24th February 2012, 03:57 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
You have a point. I think trial and error will be...

You have a point. I think trial and error will be the way to go in terms of looks and handling
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 11:59 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
I take on board what you say but dont totally...

I take on board what you say but dont totally agree with everything.
for example Amars old D2 had 20" final edition wheels on it and that looked very low and wide!

Havent decided on the matte...
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 09:49 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
I agree that the new RS models aren't as...

I agree that the new RS models aren't as appealing. I'd take a brand new TDI over a new RS happily. But a classic RS like the RS2? YES PLEASE!

[[/I]

I know what your saying, but nothing I do...
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 08:25 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
Been looking at that pic and I think I might...

Been looking at that pic and I think I might agree... 20" are to big for that motor. Maybe 18"?
Really not interested in Porsche wheels though. Just not me.
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 07:20 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
Been looking at that pic and I think I might...

Been looking at that pic and I think I might agree... 20" are to big for that motor. Maybe 18"?
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 05:39 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
ohhh thats lovely!!! Theres always...

ohhh thats lovely!!!



Theres always examples of when it went wrong, and I hear that your only meant to leave them on for a max of 3 years before removing / changing the wrap, which I could...
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 04:59 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
Definitely a dark grey wrap.

Definitely a dark grey wrap.
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 04:50 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
Yeah they might be too big, but worse case is I...

Yeah they might be too big, but worse case is I buy them then sell them on if they dont look right.

Porsche alloys are too comon.... I like to go different :ROFL:

thoughts on the Matt grey...
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 04:25 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
its ok mate, sorry i didnt read though my post...

its ok mate, sorry i didnt read though my post before i replied, i didnt mean it to sound as abrupt as it did! (typed it fast and went back to my work emails) But, i have noticed that everytime I...
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 03:32 PM
Replies: 72
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Posted By E.L.M.O
Stunning pictures Amar! And if you want one.......

Stunning pictures Amar! And if you want one.... then It actually pretty much makes my mind up that it is the car I should get!

Yup those stats are right, and with a restricted 163mph top speed....
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 02:31 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
i was just showing that thread and car as an...

i was just showing that thread and car as an example of the sort of car I would be after if I do go ahead and buy one.



Not really looking for suggestions, was pretty much just saying that I...
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 02:08 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
agreed! in all honesty, i dont want the 8 back...

agreed!
in all honesty, i dont want the 8 back now. ive moved on and am ready for something different. I think the RS2 is exactly what im looking for and the perfect motor for the situation im now...
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 01:52 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
I wouldnt buy one off pistonheads or ebay, as...

I wouldnt buy one off pistonheads or ebay, as mentioned by someone else and already decided by me I would ONLY buy one of a well respected forum member who was looking for a change from their pride...
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 01:38 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
:tuttut: I think my hearts set on an RS2 Avant...

:tuttut:
I think my hearts set on an RS2 Avant TBH........¬
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 01:19 PM
Replies: 72
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Posted By E.L.M.O
If I wanted to blow a lot of it... £15k. Would...

If I wanted to blow a lot of it... £15k.
Would rather go for something at the lower end of the scale around £9k and add bits and bobs over the years and make my own mark on it, for me, custom is the...
Forum: Daily banter 23rd February 2012, 12:10 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
Hi all, So... ive got a little bit of news. ...

Hi all,

So... ive got a little bit of news.

Not about the car (all though the insurance pay out is due any day now) But about my personal life.

Before the A8 was stolen, I was toying with...
Forum: Daily banter 29th January 2012, 03:48 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
huh, I always thought Laycake was an RS4! >_< ...

huh, I always thought Laycake was an RS4! >_<

yeah I doubt the misses will allow it, at this stage im going to have to work very hard to just get a 3.0 TDI A4 Avant :-(
Forum: Daily banter 22nd January 2012, 12:38 AM
Replies: 72
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Posted By E.L.M.O
I know what your saying, I always had a soft spot...

I know what your saying, I always had a soft spot for the B5 RS 4 (just like most people, Layercake sealed the deal for me!) but theres something about the B7, the lines etc which I love!

I think...
Forum: Daily banter 21st January 2012, 09:23 PM
Replies: 72
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Posted By E.L.M.O
I really, really love the B7 RS4

I really, really love the B7 RS4
Forum: Daily banter 21st January 2012, 08:43 PM
Replies: 72
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Posted By E.L.M.O
Yeah the RS4 is more of a pipe dream. Maybe one...

Yeah the RS4 is more of a pipe dream. Maybe one day.....
If I did get one I would park round the back in or in front of the garage behind 2 sets security gates.

And as for breaking in to get...
Forum: Daily banter 21st January 2012, 02:32 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
Thanks again all, I really appreciate the wishes....

Thanks again all, I really appreciate the wishes.

I just caught myself eyeing up RS4's! >_<
the misses would kill me..... but there so reasonable! How do I compare an RS4 to a 4.2 TDI A8?!! you...
Forum: Daily banter 19th January 2012, 12:45 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
Thanks everyone. I really hate the fact they...

Thanks everyone.

I really hate the fact they were in the house while we were sleeping. Potentially my job can take me all over the world and I fear about leaving the misses alone now :-(
Forum: Daily banter 19th January 2012, 10:10 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
really got my eye out for a 4.2TDI D3 A8 now :) ...

really got my eye out for a 4.2TDI D3 A8 now :)

but the misses wants a smaller car..... :Confused:
Forum: Daily banter 19th January 2012, 09:24 AM
Replies: 72
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Posted By E.L.M.O
Thanks guys Agreed, I didnt think the D2...

Thanks guys

Agreed, I didnt think the D2 would be worth it. I was considering selling the car, but to loose it like this :-(

Really glad they didnt get the minis though.....

I just hate...
Forum: Daily banter 19th January 2012, 08:02 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 28,294
Posted By E.L.M.O
Stolen

Morning all

My Fiancée and I woke up this morning to find the Audi A8 has been stolen. :(
they came it and got the keys and took my wallet and my work blackberry

police have been informed.
...
Forum: Daily banter 7th September 2011, 05:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,884
Posted By E.L.M.O
I dont need much excuse to post up pics of my...

I dont need much excuse to post up pics of my weekend toy!

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/34079_407760570269_507900269_4255563_6618043_n.jpg...
Forum: D2 - Wheels and Tyres 7th May 2011, 08:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,926
Posted By E.L.M.O
Tristar Worldwide Chauffeur services use it in...

Tristar Worldwide Chauffeur services use it in all their cars.
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 26th March 2011, 04:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,593
Posted By E.L.M.O
I use the one as a slap on the wrist in case I...

I use the one as a slap on the wrist in case I stray over 100mph
(I have obviously never done this but I am told its easily done in 4.2! ;) )

but to have this second one set by pressing a...
Forum: Daily banter 26th March 2011, 04:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,385
Posted By E.L.M.O
If I had the money, Id buy an A7 over the A8. ...

If I had the money, Id buy an A7 over the A8.

Or hold out for an RS7?! that would be amazing!
Would you buy the 7 in a convertible hard top?
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 25th March 2011, 07:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,593
Posted By E.L.M.O
I think I may have pressed the self check button...

I think I may have pressed the self check button accidently. Its done it before, but I think I may have pressed the self check button before
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 25th March 2011, 06:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,593
Posted By E.L.M.O
Self set speed warning?!!

Not sure if the 8's developed a fault but on my 2 hour commute round the m25 this afternoon the speed warning decided to set itself at 50mph. I normally have it set at 100mph, and when I checked it...
Forum: Daily banter 17th March 2011, 09:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,706
Posted By E.L.M.O
how utterly stupid

how utterly stupid
Forum: Daily banter 17th March 2011, 04:33 PM
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Views: 3,230
Posted By E.L.M.O
Very cool! You've been on a youtube prowl?!

Very cool!

You've been on a youtube prowl?!
Forum: Daily banter 17th March 2011, 04:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,706
Posted By E.L.M.O
whats on the dogs ears?!!

whats on the dogs ears?!!
Forum: Daily banter 16th March 2011, 09:08 AM
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Views: 2,770
Posted By E.L.M.O
Insurance question

Out of interest,

If your car gets stolen and you make a claim, when you come to insuring your replacement/next car does your premium go up because of the claim?
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 10th March 2011, 05:37 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 20,432
Posted By E.L.M.O
Ford?! :D

Ford?! :D
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