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Forum: Daily banter 30th July 2019, 09:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,028
Posted By Mugzee
What to do?

It has been a while since my last post, as life’s taken over a bit! A shame that it’s about something so unfortunate.

So someone misjudged a gap and drove into the A8 a couple of weeks ago....
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 24th March 2017, 07:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,457
Posted By Mugzee
Ahh yes, Tennohund, I remember now. I did wonder...

Ahh yes, Tennohund, I remember now. I did wonder where all his videos had gone. He showed some stills at the beginning of a video showing what the inside looked like.

It does sound great.
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 24th March 2017, 06:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,457
Posted By Mugzee
http://http://up.picr.de/6214887ttk.jpg He...

http://http://up.picr.de/6214887ttk.jpg

He removed all the internal pipework, simplified it and fitted a tiny silencer on one side. This is the result:

https://youtu.be/vmTBmFLsGUY
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 24th March 2017, 06:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,457
Posted By Mugzee
There was was a vid on YouTube showing the exact...

There was was a vid on YouTube showing the exact results. I do know that I had a straight through design rear box with an H-pipe and the drone was horrific. Worst at motorway speeds, which was very...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 22nd March 2017, 07:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,745
Posted By Mugzee
Great, thanks for the info. Convex would be the...

Great, thanks for the info. Convex would be the best I think. The search continues!
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 22nd March 2017, 06:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,745
Posted By Mugzee
Sorry HP, rather slow response! They certainly...

Sorry HP, rather slow response! They certainly are rare, I've been looking for ages. I'm sure I remember someone selling one on here not so long ago.
I assume you mean convex or flat? Would there...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 16th March 2017, 08:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,745
Posted By Mugzee
Wanted: D2 FL auto dimming mirror glass NS

The NS mirror glass on my FL D2 has degraded quite badly now and needs replacing. I'd really like to fit an auto dimming glass if possible. If anyone has one for sale, please do get in touch!

Many...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 2nd March 2017, 02:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,728
Posted By Mugzee
Ahh I see. Garage is always preferable!

Ahh I see. Garage is always preferable!
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 2nd March 2017, 09:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,728
Posted By Mugzee
So you wanted to replace your aluminium caps with...

So you wanted to replace your aluminium caps with plastic?
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 2nd March 2017, 09:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,728
Posted By Mugzee
Thanks very much for your help Adrian. So in...

Thanks very much for your help Adrian. So in theory they'll fit my standard A8 FL mirrors?
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 2nd March 2017, 08:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,728
Posted By Mugzee
Ok great. Were they from a facelift D2 S8? I...

Ok great. Were they from a facelift D2 S8? I thought PF and FL mirrors were a different shape?

Tom
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 1st March 2017, 09:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,728
Posted By Mugzee
I assume that means they're sold?

I assume that means they're sold?
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 14th July 2016, 07:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,589
Posted By Mugzee
I assume this has sold?

I assume this has sold?
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 6th January 2016, 09:33 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,820
Posted By Mugzee
D2 A8 new front lower front suspension arms

As above, I have 2 new (O/S and N/S but I'm sure they're the same) Meyle front lower front suspension arms that are surplus to requirement. They fit A8's with steel hub carriers (mostly...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 2nd January 2016, 07:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,626
Posted By Mugzee
Plenty of room to manoeuvre around the visco fan...

Plenty of room to manoeuvre around the visco fan :)
Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 1st May 2015, 08:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,143
Posted By Mugzee
I was going to go down the rebuild route but...

I was going to go down the rebuild route but decided that it was a better plan to buy refurbished Audi calipers from ECP. Saves a lot of time, there's a warranty, plus with new discs and pads the...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 29th April 2015, 09:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,059
Posted By Mugzee
I bought a Gates/INA kit from Mister-Auto for...

I bought a Gates/INA kit from Mister-Auto for £216. That's everything bar the pump and 'stat. Bought the latter 2 from TPS (with 'stat o-ring) for around £120. Pump has a £30 surcharge too and is...
Forum: Daily banter 25th April 2015, 02:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,894
Posted By Mugzee
I have access to a puller that will work. The...

I have access to a puller that will work. The hammer technique may be used as a last resort.
Goran, I had that exact issue with my V belt, as it was cheap and an easy job to do, I replaced it and...
Forum: Daily banter 24th April 2015, 09:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,894
Posted By Mugzee
The adjustable pin wrench would be a useful tool....

The adjustable pin wrench would be a useful tool. It does need to be quite a low profile puller to remove the pulleys. The job shouldn't be too bad, just quite time consuming.
Did you tackle the...
Forum: Daily banter 24th April 2015, 08:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,894
Posted By Mugzee
Thank you very much for your kind offers. I...

Thank you very much for your kind offers. I trauled the net and found a kit for quite a reasonable price so I bought it. My friend is a mechanic and he agreed to buy it after we'd completed the job....
Forum: Daily banter 23rd April 2015, 02:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,894
Posted By Mugzee
Sounds good. Pretty sure its the same. Is it the...

Sounds good. Pretty sure its the same. Is it the Sealey kit? Is it for sale or hire?
Forum: Daily banter 21st April 2015, 09:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,894
Posted By Mugzee
40v cam locking kit

Hi all,

I don't suppose anyone around the oxfordshire area has a cam locking kit for the 4.2 40v engine in my D2 A8 that I could hire? Will be doing the cam belt and ancillaries during the early...
Forum: D2 - Body and Exterior 4th April 2015, 09:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,418
Posted By Mugzee
Just tried the mirrors again today and they now...

Just tried the mirrors again today and they now work correctly. Strange.
Forum: D2 - Body and Exterior 3rd April 2015, 05:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,418
Posted By Mugzee
Do you mean the relay contacts in the module in...

Do you mean the relay contacts in the module in the footwell? How likely do you think it is that the second one from a8parts would cause the same issue?
Forum: D2 - Body and Exterior 1st April 2015, 09:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,418
Posted By Mugzee
I suppose it could be the switch but I can hear...

I suppose it could be the switch but I can hear the relay clicking in the footwell as I turn the rotary selector from fold to unfold. Very odd that they'll fold in but not out again. Both mirrors...
Forum: D2 - Body and Exterior 31st March 2015, 07:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,418
Posted By Mugzee
Folding mirror issue

Since owning the car (FL 4.2 QS), there has always been a problem with the folding mirrors. Folding them in is fine but when you want to fold them out again, there is a delay for a number of minutes...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 31st August 2014, 08:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,269
Posted By Mugzee
You could maybe try buying directly from ZF or a...

You could maybe try buying directly from ZF or a ZF agent. Would probably be significantly cheaper.
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 18th July 2014, 09:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,485
Posted By Mugzee
I couldn't tell you what it's like with a...

I couldn't tell you what it's like with a standard back box and no centre but I've been playing around with mine recently and at the moment I have an aftermarket back box with no centre and it's...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 11th July 2014, 09:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,233
Posted By Mugzee
Hi, How old are the tires please? Is there...

Hi,

How old are the tires please? Is there any cracking/crazing on them?

Tom
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 18th June 2014, 09:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,921
Posted By Mugzee
The stance of your S8 is just right. How long...

The stance of your S8 is just right. How long have the coilovers been installed? How much are you thinking of selling them for?
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 28th May 2014, 07:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,010
Posted By Mugzee
It does sound like good value. Are the cats still...

It does sound like good value. Are the cats still in place then? Is there any communication between the 2 pipes i.e X-pipe or H-pipe?

I ordered a cat back system from MOHR in Germany and am...
Forum: D2 - Fuel and Exhausts 26th May 2014, 05:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,010
Posted By Mugzee
That does sound good. How is the exhaust...

That does sound good. How is the exhaust configured? With or without middle box/s or cats? H-pipe, X-pipe, true dual?
Forum: D2 - Transmission 17th April 2014, 09:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,098
Posted By Mugzee
After doing a bit of research, the seal Audi...

After doing a bit of research, the seal Audi fitted to your car looks a lot like the new revised version (with a dust lip). Do you know if the new type flange (01V 409 809 B) has been fitted at any...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 17th April 2014, 09:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,098
Posted By Mugzee
I've just done the output flange seal on my FL...

I've just done the output flange seal on my FL 4.2 Q. Quite a simple procedure. I only needed to remove the CV joint cover to gain access. No removal of exhaust, prop shaft bearing carrier or any...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 29th March 2014, 10:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,580
Posted By Mugzee
Now you come to mention it 71camaro, I've paid...

Now you come to mention it 71camaro, I've paid particular attention when in drive with the brakes on and there is noticeably more vibration than when out of gear. It would seem that the mounts are...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 27th March 2014, 07:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,580
Posted By Mugzee
Sorry, completely missed this. . . There isn't a...

Sorry, completely missed this. . . There isn't a great deal of vibration to be honest, it's been like it since I've owned the car so I have nothing to compare it to. Pretty sure the transmission...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 24th March 2014, 09:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,580
Posted By Mugzee
So I finally had some time to replace the torque...

So I finally had some time to replace the torque support mount at the front of the engine which has improved things slightly. There is less slack in the drive train but the transmission still moves...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 24th March 2014, 08:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,327
Posted By Mugzee
Thanks for the info. I'm going to replace the...

Thanks for the info. I'm going to replace the valve as the diaphragm was in pretty poor condition. Oil was actually dripping down the tube that enters the inlet manifold from the bottom of the valve....
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 24th March 2014, 07:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,327
Posted By Mugzee
Interesting. What kind of driving did you do?...

Interesting. What kind of driving did you do? Mostly long journeys, short with stop/start or a mix of both? Ours does a lot of short runs so maybe that has something to do with it. Possibly excess...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 15th March 2014, 01:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,327
Posted By Mugzee
Thank you very much for that. I dismantled my PCV...

Thank you very much for that. I dismantled my PCV valve yesterday and it seemed abnormally wet with oil (and the diaphragm worn) which leads me to believe it's allowing too much suction through the...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 15th March 2014, 07:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,327
Posted By Mugzee
PCV system schematic for AQF 4.2

Hi all, as above. Has anyone got a schematic of the PCV system please.

Many thanks in advance.
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 7th March 2014, 06:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,036
Posted By Mugzee
It's interesting that most VAG cars with the...

It's interesting that most VAG cars with the hydraulic chain tensioner set up seems to be a week point. The 1.8T certainly has the same issue (generally due to lack of servicing causing sludge build...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 26th February 2014, 06:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,954
Posted By Mugzee
I guess the potential for leaks from disturbing...

I guess the potential for leaks from disturbing the o-ring is quite high? Is it worth the risk?
Forum: D2 - Transmission 25th February 2014, 09:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,954
Posted By Mugzee
Looking at the ZF parts catalogue it doesn't seem...

Looking at the ZF parts catalogue it doesn't seem as if there is one.

I'll top it up then. :)
Forum: D2 - Transmission 25th February 2014, 06:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,954
Posted By Mugzee
Is there actually a drain plug on the front diff?...

Is there actually a drain plug on the front diff? It is evident that there are drain plugs on the Torsen and the rear diff but not the front.
Forum: D2 - Transmission 24th February 2014, 05:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,954
Posted By Mugzee
Thank you. Yes, changing the gear oil/topping up...

Thank you. Yes, changing the gear oil/topping up the levels is also on my to-do list :)

I need to experience a few other D2's to be able to make a comparison.
Forum: D2 - Transmission 23rd February 2014, 11:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,954
Posted By Mugzee
I have changed the fluid and filter. Had a few...

I have changed the fluid and filter. Had a few issues with the incorrect filter being supplied but all is fine now.

The only thing is a bit of gear lash/shock to the drive train when I go from R...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 26th January 2014, 09:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,922
Posted By Mugzee
I would make sure the correct filter has been...

I would make sure the correct filter has been fitted. I experienced an intermittent slippage fault at low speeds immediately after I serviced the box (it drove fine the rest of the time). Turned out...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 22nd January 2014, 10:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,845
Posted By Mugzee
Hi, I'm interested in a set of winter...

Hi,

I'm interested in a set of winter wheels. Could you email some more pics to me as I'm having trouble viewing them on photobucket.

mugzee@hotmail.co.uk

Many thanks,

Tom
Forum: D2 - Transmission 17th January 2014, 06:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,954
Posted By Mugzee
5HP24a Torsen Unit

I don't suppose anyone knows if it's possible to replace the Torsen Unit/rear axle output independently of the transmission, whilst still in situ on the car?
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