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Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 21st June 2023, 10:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,275
Posted By Audifan
Apparently they are now taking pre-orders...

Apparently they are now taking pre-orders (https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid02wr8mPAvUk38TJGMbjM36o5eczQ4PDvZbCryD8rGRxx9wenFM6zrwWXhaabAjLoBul&id=100064713581771)
Forum: D2 - Everything else 4th June 2023, 07:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,658
Posted By Audifan
Came across this odd engine swap for a 02 S8

I'm lost for words (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_HrgqCTps3M)
Forum: D2 - Everything else 4th June 2023, 07:21 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
I'm not aiming for perfection. Just trying to...

I'm not aiming for perfection. Just trying to avoid a possible catastrophic failure.
Forum: D2 - Everything else 3rd June 2023, 09:50 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
As of right now there isn't any water leaking...

As of right now there isn't any water leaking problems as the tape for the Botang hole is holding up as I washed the old girl yesterday and didn't see any water inside.
...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 15th May 2023, 08:53 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
I really haven't done much with this car as I've...

I really haven't done much with this car as I've been dealing with back issues. So, I'm limited to working on it when my back is feeling decent to do so. Anyways, I was able to get the new boot...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 22nd April 2023, 06:20 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/attachment.php?attachme...

http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/attachment.php?attachmentid=29491&stc=1&d=1682183938
I finally got the front seats in the car but still need to plug in the wiring harness and bolt them down.
...
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 13th April 2023, 10:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,316
Posted By Audifan
B pillar speaker?

The other day I noticed this little speaker at the lower part of the B pillar. What is it for?
http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/attachment.php?attachmentid=29480&stc=1&d=1681422126
Forum: Daily banter 12th April 2023, 05:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 486,537
Posted By Audifan
Came across this wild build, D2 S8 into a Volvo

D2 S8 into Volvo build (https://www.motorgeek.com/threads/volvo-740-with-audi-v8-biturbo-and-quattro-driveline-awdsome.220818/). Impressive build.
Forum: D2 - Everything else 12th April 2023, 05:01 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
Unfortunately Audi Tradition doesn't ship to...

Unfortunately Audi Tradition doesn't ship to America. So I ended up purchasing them from here...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 11th April 2023, 11:54 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
Thanks, this is actually the clip that I need. I...

Thanks, this is actually the clip that I need. I didn't know this clip is originally plastic. I hope I can find my missing clip, otherwise I'll just order this clip when I order other parts that'll...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 11th April 2023, 09:01 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
I finally got the front seats out. The hardest...

I finally got the front seats out. The hardest part is getting the wiring harness removed from the seat itself.


http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/attachment.php?attachmentid=29477&stc=1&d=1681241076...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 7th April 2023, 09:19 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
I had to borrow a good battery as the one in the...

I had to borrow a good battery as the one in the car needs to be replaced. After getting the borrowed battery hooked up I was able to move both front seats all the forward to switch out the armrests....
Forum: D2 - Lights 1st April 2023, 08:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,054
Posted By Audifan
So ceramic coating a new lens won't protect it...

So ceramic coating a new lens won't protect it from turning yellow?
Forum: D2 - Lights 1st April 2023, 07:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,054
Posted By Audifan
This is a great idea. I have one question about a...

This is a great idea. I have one question about a possible replacement. What can be done to prevent the new inner lens turning yellow?

I'll be interested in buying when available.
Forum: D2 - Everything else 30th March 2023, 10:28 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
I finally got around to the plastic welding on my...

I finally got around to the plastic welding on my door card.


http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/attachment.php?attachmentid=29440&stc=1&d=1680211141
This is the first area that I welded the crack and...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 30th March 2023, 09:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,650
Posted By Audifan
Interesting D2 video I came across

Crash test (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5w4rYdw9FeA).
Forum: Daily banter 29th March 2023, 10:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,519
Posted By Audifan
Are these 3D printed grommet available to...

Are these 3D printed grommet available to purchase? I would like to purchase one please.
Forum: Daily banter 26th March 2023, 07:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,271
Posted By Audifan
eFuel by Porsche

I came across this video (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=VUKN3m8wD2Q) and a quick Google search I found this...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 22nd March 2023, 08:28 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
While I was at work today, it just popped in my...

While I was at work today, it just popped in my head to try and plastic weld my door card instead of using plastic epoxy for the repair. Now that I'm out of work, I searched on YouTube for "how to"...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 21st March 2023, 09:03 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
To get easier access to these bolts for the back...

To get easier access to these bolts for the back rest of the rear seats
there is a leather flap that is mounted to the underside of the bracket...
Forum: Daily banter 21st March 2023, 08:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,822
Posted By Audifan
This is so stupid. Why not just give the EV Audi...

This is so stupid. Why not just give the EV Audi vehicles a "E" designation? For example E1, E2, E3 and so on. And for the SUV a "EQ" designation? For example EQ1, EQ2, EQ3 and so on. It would make...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 15th March 2023, 07:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 73,729
Posted By Audifan
MJ, wondering when you're able to make more of...

MJ, wondering when you're able to make more of these boot grommets? I need a set of these please.
Forum: D2 - Everything else 8th March 2023, 10:17 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
There is some issues with the leather of the rear...

There is some issues with the leather of the rear seat cushion and I'm guessing that it can't be fixed?
http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/attachment.php?attachmentid=29386&stc=1&d=1678313137...
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 8th March 2023, 09:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,571
Posted By Audifan
it's ok, no worries. I just installed the new...

it's ok, no worries. I just installed the new covers on the current connector as stated by MJ. I've never been good at reading and understanding a wiring diagram.
Forum: D2 - Everything else 7th March 2023, 09:42 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
Thanks for the info MJ, you're the best +++ ...

Thanks for the info MJ, you're the best +++



I was able to push the broken end out. This is what the retainer looks like (right picture)....
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 7th March 2023, 09:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,571
Posted By Audifan
I'm not sure what it is. In this picture, you can...

I'm not sure what it is. In this picture, you can see where the wires go in are empty.
http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/attachment.php?attachmentid=29372&stc=1&d=1678225034



I really don't know. If...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 7th March 2023, 09:05 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
I finally got the push pin retainer removed but...

I finally got the push pin retainer removed but unfortunately it broke. Now it looks like I need to make the hole bigger so I can buy a universal push pin retainer....
Forum: D2 - Everything else 6th March 2023, 10:53 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
The link I provided in my last post (which is...

The link I provided in my last post (which is missing some important items which I will highlight here), doesn't state anything about this bracket for the front door cards....
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 6th March 2023, 10:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,571
Posted By Audifan
Rear seat air bag pigtail help please

http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/attachment.php?attachmentid=29322&stc=1&d=1677791732
This air bag pig tail connector is damaged. I ordered a replacement connector (8D0971974, pictured below) thank you...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 2nd March 2023, 10:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,854
Posted By Audifan
I sent you a email.

I sent you a email.
Forum: D2 - Everything else 2nd March 2023, 09:49 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
Here is another picture of the air bag connector....

Here is another picture of the air bag connector.
http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/attachment.php?attachmentid=29322&stc=1&d=1677791732

I used this used this write up to help me with removing the door...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 2nd March 2023, 09:05 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 47,309
Posted By Audifan
Keep up the good work. Please keep us updated.

Keep up the good work. Please keep us updated.
Forum: D2 - Everything else 1st March 2023, 08:40 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
Thanks. I got it on order.

Thanks. I got it on order.
Forum: D2 - Everything else 27th February 2023, 09:40 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
Thanks for all the information MJ you're the best...

Thanks for all the information MJ you're the best +++.


The yellow connectors do plug in together but doesn't hold because it looks like it broke. MJ, do you have a spare connector you could sell...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 27th February 2023, 09:21 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 47,309
Posted By Audifan
Awesome work. Any new updates?

Awesome work. Any new updates?
Forum: D2 - Everything else 26th February 2023, 11:06 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
It's time for a update on my S8. Unfortunately, I...

It's time for a update on my S8. Unfortunately, I haven't done anything with valve spring job since my last post as I've been dreading on removing the cylinder heads.



I really don't have many...
Forum: Daily banter 26th February 2023, 10:11 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 45,183
Posted By Audifan
I finally got my hands on the black one. The...

I finally got my hands on the black one. The seller said this is brand new.
Only a couple of issues with it is the antenna is bent and...
Forum: Daily banter 8th January 2023, 05:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,008
Posted By Audifan
RIP Ken! More Ken and Audi videos Ken...

RIP Ken!

More Ken and Audi videos

Ken joins Audi in 2021 (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=DIi3yWMGnlc)

Ken Audi e-tron Vision GT Prototype (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=VTVX9xw9OL0)

Ken...
Forum: Daily banter 3rd January 2023, 10:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,008
Posted By Audifan
Unhappy RIP Ken Block

Very sad news about Ken Block (https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a42381041/ken-block-dead/)
Forum: Daily banter 22nd August 2022, 12:02 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,174
Posted By Audifan
I don't have a solution. Why not create an...

I don't have a solution. Why not create an alternative fuel that doesn't pollute?

So destroying the planet by mining for the materials needed for the EV batteries is good?

Article of...
Forum: Daily banter 21st August 2022, 07:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,174
Posted By Audifan
EVs are NOT the answer to save this planet!

I came across this video (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=sytWLB4-W-M) and I HATE how EVs are being pushed upon us to fix our climate crisis!
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 21st August 2022, 07:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,686
Posted By Audifan
Coolant pump

This site has this part number 077-121-004-M (https://audi.7zap.com/en/usa/) for the coolant pump but when I use this part number when I'm looking for the best price, I get this part number...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 20th August 2022, 10:12 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
I could rent them but I really don't have garage...

I could rent them but I really don't have garage space to pull out the engine and have the engine sitting on the engine stand near/away from the car.


These pictures I took show the compressor...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 2nd August 2022, 08:46 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
Unfortunately that's not going to work for me as...

Unfortunately that's not going to work for me as I don't have a engine stand and also don't have a engine crane.

I'm going to try and see if the new compressor kit will fit.
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 31st July 2022, 07:08 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 47,309
Posted By Audifan
Nice. Any new updates on your swap?

Nice. Any new updates on your swap?
Forum: D2 - Everything else 31st July 2022, 07:05 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
Well this is disappointing. I quick did a...

Well this is disappointing. I quick did a pre-setup of this new spring compressor kit and I found out there will be no way that I'll be able to use it for the exhaust valves. As you can see in this...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 24th July 2022, 05:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,656
Posted By Audifan
Ah ok. WD40? Would it be better to use assembly...

Ah ok. WD40? Would it be better to use assembly lube instead?
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 23rd July 2022, 05:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,656
Posted By Audifan
Valve seal adhesive

Do you need to use adhesive when installing new valve seals?
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 17th July 2022, 09:23 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 47,309
Posted By Audifan
What gearbox are you going to use for this engine?

What gearbox are you going to use for this engine?
Forum: D2 - Everything else 17th July 2022, 09:22 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 46,416
Posted By Audifan
Thanks for the info. Is this the best brush...

Thanks for the info. Is this the best brush (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09SB7PVXT/ref=sspa_mw_detail_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9kZXRhaWw) to use? Also forgot to ask,...
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