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Forum: D2 - Transmission 10th December 2017, 02:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 17,654
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Thanks mate I’ll give it a go, PFL has the same...

Thanks mate I’ll give it a go, PFL has the same type of brake switch with 4 pins.
Forum: D2 - Transmission 10th December 2017, 01:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 17,654
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Would it only cause limp mode when stationary?...

Would it only cause limp mode when stationary? Pretty sure brake fault is present as cruise doesn’t work iirc, but I will double check +++
Forum: D2 - Transmission 10th December 2017, 11:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 17,654
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Brake switch cause limp mode?

So I picked this A8 up yesterday, it drove back and for some fortunate reason it didn’t hit limp mode for about 90 Miles, kickdown worked if a little lathargic, lock up was fine and didn’t seem to...
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 B5 9th December 2017, 05:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 71,554
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Iirc that’s the only kingfisher blue rs4 in this...

Iirc that’s the only kingfisher blue rs4 in this country atleast, I also think it’s a lovely colour, but some tarnish it as a tdi colour as so many kingfisher cars where 1.9tdi’s.
Forum: D2 - Transmission 7th December 2017, 02:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,964
Posted By Burnzybubbles
It takes a lot of money to break the 1000bhp...

It takes a lot of money to break the 1000bhp barrier on a 2.7t

We are using a donor car so will have everything needed for the 4.2 Quattro swap 👍
Forum: D2 - Transmission 6th December 2017, 08:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,964
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Ah ok thanks, when googling the box it seemed to...

Ah ok thanks, when googling the box it seemed to be problematic but then again, If you google a cold you’ve got breast cancer :Confused:

Maybe worth keeping it in then +++ iirc the G195 sensor is...
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 B5 6th December 2017, 07:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 50,612
Posted By Burnzybubbles
That’s cool to know, hopefully not badged up like...

That’s cool to know, hopefully not badged up like ours was :ROFL:
Forum: D2 - Transmission 6th December 2017, 07:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,964
Posted By Burnzybubbles
I think we’d end up using a 4.2 5 speed not the...

I think we’d end up using a 4.2 5 speed not the one in a 2.8 then, they seem to be more robust than the 4 speed as well(?)
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 B5 5th December 2017, 11:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 50,612
Posted By Burnzybubbles
I was also VERY VERY hung over :-(

I was also VERY VERY hung over :-(
Forum: D2 - Transmission 5th December 2017, 11:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,964
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Is it easy? Depends what’s easiest and ultimately...

Is it easy? Depends what’s easiest and ultimately cheapest +++
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 B5 5th December 2017, 11:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 50,612
Posted By Burnzybubbles
We have met before +++ your s8 was lovely too by...

We have met before +++ your s8 was lovely too by the way :)

I was late to the meet due to a few beers the night before.

I’m currently on the case for the 4.2 +++
Forum: D2 - Transmission 5th December 2017, 11:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,964
Posted By Burnzybubbles
98 2.8 having 96 4.2 swap

As above guys, swapping the 2.8 in a d2 for a 4.2 from a 96 car iirc, we are not 100% yet but the archaic 4 speed may be in disrepair, how hard is a 5 speed going to be to mate up with a PFL car and...
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 B5 5th December 2017, 11:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 50,612
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Thanks for the kind words guys sorry such a long...

Thanks for the kind words guys sorry such a long time since I’ve touched base on here, b5 ownership is fun and eventful, currently running nearly twice the power over standard now :D, so much fun to...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 2nd January 2017, 08:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,043
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Brand new bottom leather comfort seat covers for d3

As above, I have 2 brand new d3 covers that go over the original seat foam, pretty sure they are for the comfort seats, deffo not the standard bases as it has the extendable part for thigh support, I...
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 25th September 2016, 12:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,668
Posted By Burnzybubbles
I don't think the 4.2 falls under the ceramic...

I don't think the 4.2 falls under the ceramic glow plug issue.

Get the car nice and hot and use some plus gas soaked in for a while round the thread, I'd be inclined to buy a 1/4 torque wrench and...
Forum: D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 24th July 2016, 06:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,687
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Disconnect the battery, you could do it without...

Disconnect the battery, you could do it without disconnecting it but it makes your life a whole lot easier, it's pretty much remove everything then unbolt the frame swap the unit over and bolt back...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 2nd July 2016, 04:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,643
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Thanks, some guy is coming from south of the...

Thanks, some guy is coming from south of the country to pick them up, luckily I work in London as he was prepared to make a 6 hour round trip.
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 27th June 2016, 08:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,947
Posted By Burnzybubbles
What colour? Would help determine what could be...

What colour? Would help determine what could be wrong with it, leaky injectors is usually white smoke, has it had a full service and filters replaced? Have you checked the condition of the egr valve...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 25th June 2016, 11:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,643
Posted By Burnzybubbles
A8 d3 17" winter alloys for sale

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/172253715300
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 12th June 2016, 01:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,553
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Does it still do it with engine off? Could...

Does it still do it with engine off?

Could be dry top mounts if it does.

Have you done the simple stuff like check the fluid level?
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 5th June 2016, 10:20 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,788
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Well yesterday was a sad day, I waved goodbye to...

Well yesterday was a sad day, I waved goodbye to my beloved A8, new owner was as happy as punch, and hopefully gets as much enjoyment as I did, I know it'll come to a time when I'll get another one,...
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 24th May 2016, 05:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,934
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Yuasa battery on mine, the biggest that will fit,...

Yuasa battery on mine, the biggest that will fit, been great and due to lack of use recently, it can be a month or more and it'll still start up, it's also been discharged a couple of times and been...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 20th May 2016, 06:19 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,788
Posted By Burnzybubbles
I never really updated this, well the A8 is...

I never really updated this, well the A8 is currently waiting a new home to come along and the new weekend toy has been bought......

I got myself a Nogaro blue B5 S4, cream leather with sunroof,...
Forum: D3 - Wheels and Tyres 11th May 2016, 01:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 16,936
Posted By Burnzybubbles
As with the other thread i'v just posted in, when...

As with the other thread i'v just posted in, when was the last time you had a proper 4 wheel alignment done?

I run 40psi all round and have never even had the slightest skittish feel, my car was...
Forum: D3 - Wheels and Tyres 11th May 2016, 01:07 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,442
Posted By Burnzybubbles
When is the last time you had a proper 4 wheel...

When is the last time you had a proper 4 wheel alignment done? It could also be the tyres your running but I run 40psi all round and it runs straight and true at any speeds, even ones I can't talk...
Forum: D3 - Wheels and Tyres 7th May 2016, 11:12 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,442
Posted By Burnzybubbles
If calibration is the same as a PF car then your...

If calibration is the same as a PF car then your speedo will be Bob on, I run 255/45/19 and it's on the button with the speedo now.
Forum: D3 - Wheels and Tyres 2nd May 2016, 10:19 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 16,936
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Try fitting a 45 profile tyre on your 19's it...

Try fitting a 45 profile tyre on your 19's it should make them less solid, I have a 45 profile on mine, the speedo is spot on now too.
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 B5 28th April 2016, 09:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 50,612
Posted By Burnzybubbles
New weekend toy

After a friends recommendation I got my weekend toy.......

Noggy blue s4, got it for a real good price, needs TLC, it's is already a very good car but I want everything to be mint on it, few paint...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 27th April 2016, 08:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,774
Posted By Burnzybubbles
http://www.brakes-pads-discs.co.uk/pagid/products/...

http://www.brakes-pads-discs.co.uk/pagid/products/pagid-rsc.php

The mileage is high, I'd probably stay clear just because it could be a money pit and at that price it's just not worth it when...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 26th April 2016, 04:51 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,788
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Well things have gone full circle, had the engine...

Well things have gone full circle, had the engine ecu updated by midland VW and now I have no glow plug errors, driven the car a bit the last few days and it's been fun but change of plans means the...
Forum: Daily banter 24th April 2016, 08:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,362
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Great all round tyre, a bit soft if I'm honest...

Great all round tyre, a bit soft if I'm honest but grip unbelievably well in the wet and are fine in the dry, you could buy something better for twice the price but I'm sure you'll be fine with them,...
Forum: D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 24th April 2016, 10:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,675
Posted By Burnzybubbles
My DAB is faultless, I use it everywhere and only...

My DAB is faultless, I use it everywhere and only sometimes does it drop out of signal if in the middle of nowhere on the motorway, but pretty sure I can go from Birmingham to London without a single...
Forum: D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 23rd April 2016, 07:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,675
Posted By Burnzybubbles
I don't see why not, as you say the MOST is just...

I don't see why not, as you say the MOST is just a loop and doesn't determine what goes where, I can't remember what plugs are on the tv and if they will swap over to the radio, I know half the time...
Forum: Daily banter 22nd April 2016, 11:29 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 19,717
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Should I not mention the time I got the £28 iirc...

Should I not mention the time I got the £28 iirc maxxis victor sports delivered to my door by tyre leader, £150 for 5 tyres that where usually over £100 each :p :ROFL:
Forum: Daily banter 22nd April 2016, 11:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,317
Posted By Burnzybubbles
I live in Birmingham and Iv yet to buy a car from...

I live in Birmingham and Iv yet to buy a car from here, and I like changing cars frequently ;) Birmingham cars are usually overpriced knackered old crap, I once went to see a Passat advertised as...
Forum: D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 20th April 2016, 08:26 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 45,905
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Another one here who also never messed with the...

Another one here who also never messed with the seat, just removed the kick panel and pulled the carpet up, good write up none the less +++
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 20th April 2016, 08:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,876
Posted By Burnzybubbles
I found out as when doing the head work I was...

I found out as when doing the head work I was leaving it on charge to keep the battery topped up, I noticed leaving it all connected up it was never reaching fully charged this was after about 2-3...
Forum: D3 - Wheels and Tyres 14th April 2016, 11:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,750
Posted By Burnzybubbles
I pretty much run any car with a lowish profile...

I pretty much run any car with a lowish profile tyre at around 40psi, I've never had wear issues and always had good wet and dry grip and good mpg, the high pressure also help reduce buckles as the...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 12th April 2016, 09:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,788
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Having taken it out a few times in the past...

Having taken it out a few times in the past months and probably not even covered 200 miles since the mot, it's not been used much, tomorrow I'll be taking it to midland VW and having the glow plug...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 12th April 2016, 08:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,876
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Right my car is booked into midland VW tomorrow,...

Right my car is booked into midland VW tomorrow, as the glow plugs aren't connected it's a bugger to start and I have now got the battery on charge overnight, the thing is, the Audi battery...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 12th April 2016, 08:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,819
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Delete all the codes now you have a copy saved...

Delete all the codes now you have a copy saved and see what comes back, a couple of codes are dated 2013 so it hasn't been read and cleared in a while.

Something happened on the 6th Feb this year...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 10th April 2016, 09:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,876
Posted By Burnzybubbles
When I did all the work on my car I had the...

When I did all the work on my car I had the battery disconnected and needed it locked, and yes it's just a case of locking the car, I think with the boot open and disconnect battery then close the...
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 9th April 2016, 08:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,325
Posted By Burnzybubbles
I think one is longer, pretty sure the dimensions...

I think one is longer, pretty sure the dimensions where on either ECP or CP4L it's only 5mm diference iirc.
Forum: D3 - Fuel and Exhausts 6th April 2016, 09:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,990
Posted By Burnzybubbles
I drove an e39 m5 with back boxes deleted, and it...

I drove an e39 m5 with back boxes deleted, and it was fine round town and cruising but it growled and left a massive smile on my face when I had my foot planted +++
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 6th April 2016, 09:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,615
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Drilled are known for cracking, but the newer c...

Drilled are known for cracking, but the newer c hook grooved discs that reduce the noise grately but still give you the benefits of grooved discs, quite a few manufacturers are taking up this kind of...
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 2nd March 2016, 08:33 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 20,833
Posted By Burnzybubbles
That's that same one I've got, it's only 6 litres...

That's that same one I've got, it's only 6 litres of capacity and the larger version is quite a bit more expensive, so you fill the bottle, empty some or all of it into a container and then extract...
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 1st March 2016, 11:42 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 20,833
Posted By Burnzybubbles
As delboy says, get a pela oil extractor, get the...

As delboy says, get a pela oil extractor, get the car up to temperature, drain the oil through the dipstick tube, undo filter housing on top of engine, remove filter and suck all the oil out the...
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 22nd February 2016, 09:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,509
Posted By Burnzybubbles
There's no buckets but the followers are solid...

There's no buckets but the followers are solid with a hole in them for the oil gallery into the head, the rocker is also a roller rocker so it considerably helps cam wear :)

One thing to bear in...
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 22nd February 2016, 09:36 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,346
Posted By Burnzybubbles
I can imagine it was fun painting in the tent, I...

I can imagine it was fun painting in the tent, I don't even have the space to put the gazebo up otherwise I'd of probably done it by now, most things need to be done on a dry day and within the day...
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 20th February 2016, 09:25 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,346
Posted By Burnzybubbles
Sorry to hear about your misfortune but what a...

Sorry to hear about your misfortune but what a cracking thread :) I love, I mean LOVE!!! Engine porn +++ I just haven't got the space to get so dirty with cars so often, my a8 had a replacement head...
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