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Forum: D3 - Fuel and Exhausts 12th July 2018, 11:40 AM
Replies: 11
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Posted By Takemetothepub
:cool:

:cool:
Forum: D3 - Fuel and Exhausts 10th July 2018, 10:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 25,628
Posted By Takemetothepub
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Forum: IT, AV and other Tech 3rd April 2018, 03:14 PM
Replies: 1,037
Views: 450,676
Posted By Takemetothepub
New Ethash miner from Bitmain. 180MH/s @ 800watts...

New Ethash miner from Bitmain. 180MH/s @ 800watts

https://shop.bitmain.com/product/detail?pid=00020180403174908564M8dMJKtz06B7&utm_source=mass%20email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=e3-announcement
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 23rd March 2018, 03:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,019
Posted By Takemetothepub
Oh oh oh!!!!! I think I've found it ...

Oh oh oh!!!!!

I think I've found it

http://i.imgur.com/gW2pwg7.jpg

Number 6 in the picture!!!
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 23rd March 2018, 03:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,019
Posted By Takemetothepub
It does indeed have two banks split left and...

It does indeed have two banks split left and right, but also four (confusing I know and this is where it gets tricky) where each bank is split in to two.

There are four camshaft sensors and they...
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 23rd March 2018, 01:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,019
Posted By Takemetothepub
W12 Bank Identification

Hey all,

I need to Identify which banks are which on the W12 engine.

I will be replacing the Cam sensor on Bank 3 at the weekend, but I just can't find any reliable information on which bank is...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Generic car items 21st March 2018, 03:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,502
Posted By Takemetothepub
Superstar! Thanks very much!

Superstar! Thanks very much!
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Generic car items 21st March 2018, 11:22 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 6,209
Posted By Takemetothepub
WANTED - Phone/Bluetooth ECU

When I go to my phone module it says not installed so need a replacement.

Anyone got one they wish to sell?
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Generic car items 21st March 2018, 11:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,502
Posted By Takemetothepub
Ohhh thanks, do you know if you can use one from...

Ohhh thanks, do you know if you can use one from another country? Does it need re-coding for UK?
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Generic car items 21st March 2018, 09:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,502
Posted By Takemetothepub
WANTED - Digital TV Tuner for D3 - 2G.

As per the title really. :D
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 20th March 2018, 09:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,673
Posted By Takemetothepub
W12 Cam Position Sensor Replacement

Hey everyone,

My EML came on with fault code saying the Cam position sensor at bank 3 is fried.

I've ordered a replacement sensor and will also be changing the spark plugs seeing as I will have...
Forum: IT, AV and other Tech 18th March 2018, 10:21 AM
Replies: 1,037
Views: 450,676
Posted By Takemetothepub
Halong Mining just pushed out their CryptoNight...

Halong Mining just pushed out their CryptoNight miner,

https://halongmining.com/shop/dragonmint-x1-miner/

Ethereum miners will be next from the rumour mill I keep hearing....
Forum: D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 16th March 2018, 08:35 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 37,101
Posted By Takemetothepub
Have you updated all the car software to the...

Have you updated all the car software to the latest version? Didn't I read somewhere the newer maps only work with newer software?
Forum: IT, AV and other Tech 9th March 2018, 05:23 PM
Replies: 1,037
Views: 450,676
Posted By Takemetothepub
Oh like this thread, I own a lot of crypto,...

Oh like this thread, I own a lot of crypto, dabbled in mining but nothing on a large scale.

You guys seen Electroneum is on a mobile mining platform? Might try running a few android emulators at...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 4th March 2018, 09:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,793
Posted By Takemetothepub
Front Passenger wheel camber well out!

Walked past the A8 yesterday and the front passenger wheel camber looks massively wrong!

The Wheel is leaning so that the top of the wheel leans in to into the body and the bottom of the wheel is...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 16th February 2018, 11:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,330
Posted By Takemetothepub
Awesome, thank you. Will give them a bell.

Awesome, thank you. Will give them a bell.
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 14th February 2018, 01:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,330
Posted By Takemetothepub
I'm ok to travel, I'm in Essex but happy for any...

I'm ok to travel, I'm in Essex but happy for any garage within 100 miles that knows their stuff.

So doesn't need to be specific just South East :D
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 14th February 2018, 09:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,330
Posted By Takemetothepub
Servicing / repairs

Hey everyone.

Does anyone know a good garage in the South East that know their way round the W12 engine and A8's in general?

I have a few niggles I want sorted out but because it's an uncommon...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 17th January 2018, 08:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,212
Posted By Takemetothepub
Thinking of selling my W12 SWB

It just doesn't get used that often now so toying with the idea of selling up.

It's a 2005 Short Wheel Base W12.

Dark metallic blue with black leather.

The options list isn't huge on it:
...
Forum: D3 - Transmission 17th January 2018, 08:42 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 38,334
Posted By Takemetothepub
Just checked on my 2005 W12 and was in the left...

Just checked on my 2005 W12 and was in the left position, clicked it right and now knocks down a few cogs and goes like a banshee!!! :D
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 17th February 2017, 11:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,134
Posted By Takemetothepub
I'm gonna need to go down the new compressor...

I'm gonna need to go down the new compressor route soon.

When I bought my W12 the compressor was making a racket but working fine.
Did the Bagpipeandy kit and a new set of shock mounts for the...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 28th November 2016, 09:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,757
Posted By Takemetothepub
FYI in May I replaced my battery in my W12 with...

FYI in May I replaced my battery in my W12 with this one and been very happy with it.
...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 28th November 2016, 09:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,757
Posted By Takemetothepub
Has the battery to your knowledge ever been...

Has the battery to your knowledge ever been changed?

If not I'd suggest it's just time, like tyres they really are a consumable. As the cold weather creeps in dying batteries start to show they...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 19th July 2016, 10:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,403
Posted By Takemetothepub
It doesn't say it's changed but when I click the...

It doesn't say it's changed but when I click the fan button it shows the new setting.
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 3rd July 2016, 08:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,403
Posted By Takemetothepub
Aircon fan has a mind of it's own?

The fan on my aircon/climate control never stays where I set it.

Every time I get in the car I have to reset the fan speed to where I want it.

Sometimes the car has it at 1 or 12 or wherever it...
Forum: D3 - Lights 3rd July 2016, 08:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,541
Posted By Takemetothepub
OK just so people know, this was my fix. ...

OK just so people know, this was my fix.

Lots of LED's had died on the cluster, so though, I'll solder new ones in place of the dead ones. BINGO! Its dead easy and all working fine now!
Forum: D3 - Lights 20th June 2016, 03:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,849
Posted By Takemetothepub
Are they a straight swap with no wiring need...

Are they a straight swap with no wiring need doing? And are these the ones you got?

https://spareto.co.uk/products/1044001-combination-rearlight
...
Forum: D3 - Lights 20th June 2016, 01:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,541
Posted By Takemetothepub
Outer Brake lights work, then fade and warning lamp

Hi all, my drivers side outer brake lights/driving lights work for about ten seconds, then fade and the bulb warning lamp come on the dash.

At night you can see a faint glow from the unit so power...
Forum: Motormouth 10th June 2016, 02:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 14,304
Posted By Takemetothepub
We're more worried about the arse of this fitting...

We're more worried about the arse of this fitting lol

http://zerowords.com/-1.jpg

http://zerowords.com/-2.jpg
Forum: Motormouth 10th June 2016, 01:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 14,304
Posted By Takemetothepub
Tunnel, we used to do Newhaven to Dieppe but he...

Tunnel, we used to do Newhaven to Dieppe but he crossing takes so long it's not worth it, far better to drive for an hour longer and go via tunnel.

We do a stop off at Honfleur for lunch, little...
Forum: Motormouth 10th June 2016, 11:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 14,972
Posted By Takemetothepub
Thanks for sharing the visit with us! +++

Thanks for sharing the visit with us! +++
Forum: Daily banter 10th June 2016, 11:11 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 19,609
Posted By Takemetothepub
I'm not sure what the benefits either way are...

I'm not sure what the benefits either way are really, and the scare tactics used by both sides along with the BS propaganda has made it impossible to find out real facts.

In regards to trade, we...
Forum: Motormouth 10th June 2016, 10:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 14,304
Posted By Takemetothepub
Le Mans Classic 2016

Anyone else going to it this year?

Will be the W12's first proper road trip and will be in good company with two Lamborghinis, two Porsches, a McLaren and a couple of bonkers Caterham style cars....
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 10th June 2016, 09:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,331
Posted By Takemetothepub
Thanks chaps, looks like my 2005 with just have...

Thanks chaps, looks like my 2005 with just have to go without :)
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 9th June 2016, 01:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,331
Posted By Takemetothepub
Digital Speedo

Anyone know if there is an option to have the speed as a digital value on the instrument cluster like in other Audi models?
...
Forum: D3 - Transmission 9th June 2016, 12:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,457
Posted By Takemetothepub
Funny enough I just had a chat to them (Before...

Funny enough I just had a chat to them (Before reading this) and it's booked in with them on Tuesday!

Half the price and sound like good guys, will review once done!
Forum: D3 - Transmission 9th June 2016, 09:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,457
Posted By Takemetothepub
Parts £460 3 hours labour

Parts £460
3 hours labour
Forum: D3 - Transmission 9th June 2016, 09:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,457
Posted By Takemetothepub
Essex

Essex
Forum: D3 - Transmission 8th June 2016, 04:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,457
Posted By Takemetothepub
Done, thanks ;)

Done, thanks ;)
Forum: D3 - Transmission 8th June 2016, 12:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,457
Posted By Takemetothepub
£700 for gearbox oil/filter change?

Hi all, when cold my gearbox is a bit jumpy changing gears for a a min or so.

So had an ask round an indi garage and was quoted £700 to change the oil (blue) and the filter.

That feels like a...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 2nd June 2016, 12:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,198
Posted By Takemetothepub
Clearly they are at fault then, they need to...

Clearly they are at fault then, they need to cough up 100% of all costs and a little more for your time!
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 2nd June 2016, 12:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,369
Posted By Takemetothepub
My local Audi want £81 to do the CP reset. Oh...

My local Audi want £81 to do the CP reset. Oh well, not the end of the world. Thanks again.
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 2nd June 2016, 08:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,369
Posted By Takemetothepub
Thank you.

Thank you.
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 2nd June 2016, 08:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,369
Posted By Takemetothepub
Amp Component Protection after MMI update

Hi all, I ran the MMI updates last night and now only the left side of the speakers are working in the car.

VAGCOM says the amp is in component protection.

A little read up says dealer only can...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 31st May 2016, 10:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,702
Posted By Takemetothepub
Thanks very much, I've had the compressor out and...

Thanks very much, I've had the compressor out and replaced the piston ring and it's vibration dampers already just as a matter of passing the 100k miles mark I thought it should be done, I'm sure...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 31st May 2016, 08:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,702
Posted By Takemetothepub
Ride setting don't change, always hard.

Hi all.

I have the air sports suspension.

None of the settings make a damn bit of difference to the ride quality.

Comfort or dynamic are exactly the same, rock solid. Lift raises the car as...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 31st May 2016, 08:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,196
Posted By Takemetothepub
South East Garage Wanted

I'd like to put my W12 in for a gearbox oil change and a general overall health check.

Does anyone know of any garages in the South East that are trusted with these beasts the W12 in particular.
...
Forum: D3 - Wheels and Tyres 12th May 2016, 09:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,755
Posted By Takemetothepub
Purely personal preference on aesthetics, I feel...

Purely personal preference on aesthetics, I feel a wider rear gives a better overall appearance on stance.
Forum: D3 - Wheels and Tyres 11th May 2016, 07:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,755
Posted By Takemetothepub
Why the wheels?

Why the wheels?
Forum: D3 - Wheels and Tyres 11th May 2016, 09:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,755
Posted By Takemetothepub
Oh interesting, would 10 wide all round fit do we...

Oh interesting, would 10 wide all round fit do we know?
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