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Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 22nd March 2024, 05:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 523
Posted By spannerrash
The pads are actually a very stiff rubber not...

The pads are actually a very stiff rubber not plastic. Still quite flexible in hand.
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 21st March 2024, 06:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 523
Posted By spannerrash
I opened up my broken manifold and you can see...

I opened up my broken manifold and you can see hear clearly where she broke.
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 21st March 2024, 06:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 515
Posted By spannerrash
I use this when I want to run the fuel pump. It's...

I use this when I want to run the fuel pump. It's literally an old fuel pump relay with the plastic cap removed. Push down on the top with your finger and the fuel pump runs. If its working of course.
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 21st March 2024, 04:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 523
Posted By spannerrash
Just ordered this one from the US. Gonna be a...

Just ordered this one from the US. Gonna be a pain as I had to use a freight forwarding company (shipito) as they wouldn't ship to the UK. I think it will work out at about £1500 landed which was...
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 20th March 2024, 09:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 523
Posted By spannerrash
Thanks Dean for the link. It does look like...

Thanks Dean for the link.

It does look like it's been drilled for LPG though.
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 20th March 2024, 07:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 523
Posted By spannerrash
I've been trying to wrap my head around what...

I've been trying to wrap my head around what effect having one long runner and 7 short ones would have on the engine. I honestly have no idea but I did think that each cylinders fuel requirements was...
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 20th March 2024, 01:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 523
Posted By spannerrash
Well I managed to pull out the broken part by...

Well I managed to pull out the broken part by simply removing the throttle body. It looks like a clean break so I am confident there are no other bits floating around.

Still not sure of my route...
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 18th March 2024, 09:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 523
Posted By spannerrash
Hi all again and apologies as I seem to be...

Hi all again and apologies as I seem to be replying to my own thread here quite a lot. I just need some more info so I can plan my route forward.

Is this a common problem and does anyone know of...
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 18th March 2024, 06:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 523
Posted By spannerrash
Thanks very much for the reply and the...

Thanks very much for the reply and the information. It looks like 2k for a new unit. That's a bitter pill for a car that's worth maybe 6k.

There are a few available of various prefix's for around...
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 18th March 2024, 04:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 523
Posted By spannerrash
After researching it looks like one of the...

After researching it looks like one of the aluminium brackets has broken. No piston damage would indicate a clean break.

Also, if I want to go brand new it looks like 077-133-185-CA is the...
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 18th March 2024, 03:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 523
Posted By spannerrash
Will this do? eBay https://www.ebay.co.uk...

Will this do?

eBay
https://www.ebay.co.uk › itm
2004-2006 VW PHAETON 4.2L - Intake Manifold 077133185AT
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 18th March 2024, 02:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 523
Posted By spannerrash
Inlet manifold Co flap broken off

Hi all
After replacing my knock sensor I was in the process of replacing the inlet manifold when I noticed something in cylinder 6 runner (see pictures).

I have been chasing a slight miss fire /...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 4th March 2024, 06:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 492
Posted By spannerrash
Thanks bud.

Thanks bud.
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 4th March 2024, 12:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 492
Posted By spannerrash
Thanks Sean, very useful. Also just read through...

Thanks Sean, very useful. Also just read through your engine work post. Very impressive. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 4th March 2024, 03:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 492
Posted By spannerrash
Drivers side nock sensor.

Hi all

I've just gotten around to sorting something out that's been bugging me for a while. Bank 1 (UK drivers side) nock sensor plug fell apart a couple of years ago and I've been holding it...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 3rd October 2023, 04:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,644
Posted By spannerrash
I think I replied again Ian but not sure.

I think I replied again Ian but not sure.
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 3rd October 2023, 03:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,644
Posted By spannerrash
PM sent

PM sent
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 3rd October 2023, 10:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,644
Posted By spannerrash
Not sure where you're based but if you're...

Not sure where you're based but if you're interested and have to travel a reasonable distance to collect, you can have it for £600. Helps with fuel costs and saves me the hassle of dealing with...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 3rd October 2023, 09:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,644
Posted By spannerrash
Hi thanks for your reply. I'm in Leeds

Hi thanks for your reply.

I'm in Leeds
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 2nd October 2023, 04:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,644
Posted By spannerrash
Wiper Motor And Mechanism New Genuine 4D2955023E

As the title says, D2 wiper mechanism for sale.

Genuine part purchased from Audi tradition. Cost me approx £650 landed in the UK so price is £650 plus delivery.

Thanks for looking.
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 2nd August 2023, 12:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,665
Posted By spannerrash
After doing quite a bit of research I eventually...

After doing quite a bit of research I eventually stumbled upon this YouTube video.

https://youtu.be/tC2Klazem3g

It seems to me that a cold cranking compression test (without spark plugs) does...
Forum: D2 - Lights 27th July 2023, 11:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 14,888
Posted By spannerrash
I think MJ puts together an upgraded version you...

I think MJ puts together an upgraded version you might be able to purchase.
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 25th July 2023, 10:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,665
Posted By spannerrash
When I first started doing the compression tests...

When I first started doing the compression tests it was only a bit of a "while I'm in there" afterthought. I was originally changing plugs and coils. So, plugs removed, coils removed and fuel pump...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 25th July 2023, 06:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,665
Posted By spannerrash
Sorry guys and gals but I just thought of another...

Sorry guys and gals but I just thought of another question.

I realise that to do this I would have to rebuild and run the engine.

For those of you a bit more savy than me with VCDS. Is there a...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 25th July 2023, 05:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,665
Posted By spannerrash
Yes, all of the components of the timing system...

Yes, all of the components of the timing system were changed. All with either oem or good quality units.

Remember the belt timing is OK though. Everything lines up perfectly.

After giving it a...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 24th July 2023, 09:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,665
Posted By spannerrash
Thanks once again MJ. I will do the...

Thanks once again MJ.

I will do the compression test again tomorrow but I doubt it will change the result. I've been round all cylinders multiple times as I was struggling to believe the results....
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 24th July 2023, 09:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,665
Posted By spannerrash
On reflection, a leakdown or smoke test will only...

On reflection, a leakdown or smoke test will only tell me if the cylinders are leaking. Neither test will help me understand if there is a valve timing issue. I think for that I'm gonna need a...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 24th July 2023, 08:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,665
Posted By spannerrash
Hi MJ, thanks for the reply. I have done the...

Hi MJ, thanks for the reply.

I have done the compression test on all 8 cylinders one after the other so there has been plenty of time for oil pressure to build. I did about 10 cycles for each...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 24th July 2023, 06:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,665
Posted By spannerrash
I completely agree that the timing belt is coming...

I completely agree that the timing belt is coming due for doing again l don't think this has anything to do with my problem. The timing is bang on. I don't think changing it will fix the problem...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 24th July 2023, 04:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,665
Posted By spannerrash
Inlet, exhaust cam position problem, maybe?

Hi all

I apologise in advance if this seems a bit of a ramble but I think you'll need all the information in order to help me out.

5 years or so ago I replaced the timing belt, chains and chain...
Forum: D2 - Body and Exterior 4th July 2023, 04:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,551
Posted By spannerrash
I contacted B&M and asked them if they do a type...

I contacted B&M and asked them if they do a type approved cat for a 2002 Audi S8. It looks like not at the moment.

"Hi Frank,

Please accept my apologies but both the right side and left side...
Forum: D2 - Body and Exterior 3rd July 2023, 10:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,551
Posted By spannerrash
Thanks for that Adrian, much appreciated. ...

Thanks for that Adrian, much appreciated.

I've contacted the company in Germany and it looks like it's just one guy doing this on his own. Unfortunately he tells me that he hasn't been doing any...
Forum: D2 - Body and Exterior 2nd July 2023, 01:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,551
Posted By spannerrash
I was under the impression he had sold the car...

I was under the impression he had sold the car shortly after the installation. Was hoping the new owner or someone who knows the new owner might be able to help out.
Forum: D2 - Body and Exterior 2nd July 2023, 10:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,551
Posted By spannerrash
Catt repair long term update?

Hi all, hope everyone is well.

I've just been reading through this sticky

http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/showthread.php?t=12234

Does anyone have any further information on how this worked out...
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 7th March 2023, 03:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,598
Posted By spannerrash
Current draw when in sleep mode.

Hi all
Does anyone know what the current draw should be at the battery when the car goes into sleep mode. Mine sits at about 60Mamp which is not super excessive but I feel a little too high.

My...
Forum: D2 - Interior 26th February 2023, 10:21 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,013
Posted By spannerrash
Drivers heated seat not working

Hi all

After sorting out all of the bigger more important jobs on the car I am now starting on some of the smaller less important ones. Heated seats are not really my thing but in the interest of...
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 23rd December 2022, 05:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,740
Posted By spannerrash
Thanks once again MJ, much appreciated.

Thanks once again MJ, much appreciated.
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 23rd December 2022, 04:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,702
Posted By spannerrash
I pretty much take mine out every winter and...

I pretty much take mine out every winter and struggle with it every time. Thought it was just me. :-(
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 23rd December 2022, 04:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,740
Posted By spannerrash
Hi all again. Sorry to bring this back up again...

Hi all again.
Sorry to bring this back up again but I just have a couple of questions if anyone can help me out.

Does the fuel pump run constantly when the engine is running?

Does the fuel...
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 11th December 2022, 08:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,740
Posted By spannerrash
OK, thanks for that MJ. I was unsure if...

OK, thanks for that MJ.

I was unsure if running the pump constantly to empty the tank would damage it.
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 11th December 2022, 06:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,740
Posted By spannerrash
Possible to syphon fuel out?

Hi all
Due to life and waiting for spare parts issues I find myself in a situation where I have my S8 with a full tank of 1 year old petrol. I did use "Stab oil" when I filled the tank but am now...
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 25th July 2022, 10:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,824
Posted By spannerrash
I'd try some heat and a good pair of Mole grips...

I'd try some heat and a good pair of Mole grips on the bolt before thinking of drilling it out.
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 16th July 2022, 08:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,490
Posted By spannerrash
If you do get your hands on a second hand unit,...

If you do get your hands on a second hand unit, did 4 rings say how they intend to match it to the car?
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 15th July 2022, 05:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,490
Posted By spannerrash
In my experience, swapping the cluster in my 2002...

In my experience, swapping the cluster in my 2002 s8 was a real pain and I would avoid doing this if you can. Or at least look at it as a last resort.

I had to buy 3 clusters for approx £100 each...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 9th April 2022, 05:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,070
Posted By spannerrash
I would start by fault finding the injector...

I would start by fault finding the injector first. Remove the fuel pump relay to prevent any more fuel contamination or unplug the injector.

I doubt very much that this will be an injector fault....
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 9th April 2022, 04:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,308
Posted By spannerrash
I've no personal experience of this problem but a...

I've no personal experience of this problem but a while ago I read a thread similar on a US site. Unfortunately I can't remember which site.

They were saying that constant use of the easy entry /...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 9th April 2022, 04:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,070
Posted By spannerrash
Just be aware that a short to ground fault on the...

Just be aware that a short to ground fault on the injector may mean that it is being activated when not commanded to be. This may lead to excessive fuel in the cylinder. Even if the engine is not...
Forum: D2 - Body and Exterior 12th February 2022, 09:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,610
Posted By spannerrash
Hi all again. Does anyone know 100% if a PFL...

Hi all again.

Does anyone know 100% if a PFL windscreen will fit straight into a FL car?

I realise there will be no heated screen option but will there be any other draw backs of doing so?
...
Forum: D2 - Body and Exterior 11th February 2022, 05:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,610
Posted By spannerrash
Anyone herd of these guys "GLASSTEC"?

Anyone herd of these guys "GLASSTEC"?
Forum: D2 - Body and Exterior 11th February 2022, 02:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,610
Posted By spannerrash
Yeah I think that's a pre face-lift screen. It's...

Yeah I think that's a pre face-lift screen. It's an option but I don't know if the green shade is correct for my car. Do they all have that?
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