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D2 - Interior Electrics
27th June 2016, 10:00 PM
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ignition barrel
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A8 3.7
Thanks for the info guys. Alun
Thanks for the info guys.
Alun
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For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items
27th June 2016, 09:59 PM
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Wanted steering column shroud
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A8 3.7
Wanted steering column shroud
Hi All,
This is a long shot so here goes. I need a steering column shroud for a 97 pf without electric steering column. I had to break mine to access the lock when it jammed, not the best on a...
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D2 - Interior Electrics
25th June 2016, 10:37 PM
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ignition barrel
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A8 3.7
ignition barrel
Evening All,
I hope someone can answer this. I have to replace the ignition barrel on a 97 pf 3.7, if I replace the barrel and key with a secondhand unit do I need to reprogram or replace anything...
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D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
2nd July 2015, 04:38 PM
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Important or not?
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A8 3.7
I have had an issue with mine a 97 model with the...
I have had an issue with mine a 97 model with the rear brake flexi pipe where it joins the metal pipe behind the wheel arch liner. The crimped metal part of the rubber flexi pipe had totally corroded...
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D2 - Engine Bay
14th May 2013, 06:49 PM
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32v cambelt tools?!
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4,961
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A8 3.7
They are made by MATRA who make the tools for...
They are made by MATRA who make the tools for VAG. The train arrives in London at 9.30am my phone number is 07969521318. What's your number so we can arrange a meet. Alun
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D2 - Engine Bay
14th May 2013, 05:25 PM
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32v cambelt tools?!
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4,961
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A8 3.7
2 options, have you a paypal account if you have...
2 options, have you a paypal account if you have I can post after receiving payment or I am in London on Friday, Edgware Road can collect from there coming by train so limited on getting around.Alun
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D2 - Engine Bay
14th May 2013, 05:17 PM
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32v cambelt tools?!
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A8 3.7
Hi based in Treharris 12 miles outside Cardiff...
Hi based in Treharris 12 miles outside Cardiff maybe willing to do a meet where are you based. Alun
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D2 - Engine Bay
14th May 2013, 04:35 PM
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32v cambelt tools?!
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4,961
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A8 3.7
Hi I have three of the tools to do the job 3341,...
Hi I have three of the tools to do the job 3341, 3197,3036 only used once to do my own vehicle will sell for £150 plus £15 postage let me know if you are interested. Regards Alun
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D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
8th October 2012, 10:14 AM
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Rear brake hoses
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A8 3.7
Rear brake hoses
Hi All, just thought I would share this with you as what I found was horrific and potentionally dangerous. I have a 97 PF 3.7 which I previously changed the N/S rear caliper a few weeks ago and...
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For Sale and Wanted - General
1st October 2012, 11:23 AM
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7
Does TPS sell special tools?
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3,242
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A8 3.7
Hi, I have bought tools from VAG themselves the...
Hi, I have bought tools from VAG themselves the contact is Brian Bell and his email address is tools.equipment@vwg.co.uk . I bought the timing tools for a 3.7 D2.
Regards
Alun
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D2 - Interior
12th September 2012, 10:10 AM
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9
Latest MOD I'll be doing
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A8 3.7
Car Fridges
Hi I know of a company that makes the car fridges for the likes of Rolls Royce, Landrover etc they are called Waeco, the fridges are branded Dometic. Their website is www.waeco.com. Hope this is of...
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D2 - Fuel and Exhausts
2nd February 2012, 12:00 PM
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2.8 Exhaust Clamps
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3,265
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A8 3.7
Hi the size of the exhaust pipe is 50mm. Bosal do...
Hi the size of the exhaust pipe is 50mm. Bosal do the clamp part number 265-459 any motor factor should be able to get one or stock it as it fits various vehicles. Hope this helps.
Regards Alun
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D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
1st August 2011, 01:11 PM
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Abs problem
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A8 3.7
Abs problem
Hi All, thought I would share this problem with you all just in case it happens to you. Basically I have a PF D2, with the ABS light coming on intermittently and when the light was not on when coming...
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D2 - Engine Bay
15th March 2011, 11:00 AM
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3
Throttle switch
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A8 3.7
Yes it is the throttle position sensor, couldn't...
Yes it is the throttle position sensor, couldn't for the life of me remember the correct name for it. Old age doesn't come on it's own.
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D2 - Engine Bay
14th March 2011, 01:20 PM
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3
Throttle switch
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2,958
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A8 3.7
Throttle switch
Hi All, I have a 97 3.7 that I need to change the throttle switch on, now the question is does it need to be set up. Previous ones I have fitted on Jags and Range Rovers you needed a multimeter to...
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D2 - Engine Bay
5th August 2010, 01:21 PM
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6
Cam belt kits
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4,052
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A8 3.7
That is not a bad price from the dealer but just...
That is not a bad price from the dealer but just check that it includes the tensioners as well, as some dealers will only change the belt. Mine was done by the the dealer just before I bought it,...
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D2 - Interior Electrics
28th April 2010, 04:53 PM
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Flashing interior lights
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A8 3.7
Flashing interior lights
Can anyone enlighten me on why my interior lights sometimes flash on and off when either the front passenger door or rear door are opened, it doesn't happen with both drivers side doors. The only...
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D2 - Engine Bay
12th March 2010, 03:12 PM
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Spark Plug recomendations
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A8 3.7
Hi Bosch spark plug HGR7KQC fits A8 and S8 4.2...
Hi Bosch spark plug HGR7KQC fits A8 and S8 4.2 and 3.7 to 98, FGR6KQE fits A8 and S8 4.2 and 3.7 98 on. Bosch are the OE supplier so what yoy get from Audi is Bosch with the Audi symbol embossed on...
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D2 - Lights
23rd February 2010, 04:42 PM
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Are US rear indicator clusters more 'red'?
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71,079
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A8 3.7
I believe the rear lamps are made by Bosch if so...
I believe the rear lamps are made by Bosch if so their part number will be on the lamp as well as the Audi part number it's a 10 digit number beginning with 0319 which means you should be able to get...
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D2 - Engine Bay
5th February 2010, 03:58 PM
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16
Bearing noise?
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6,124
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A8 3.7
Hi as the noise is back remove the engine under...
Hi as the noise is back remove the engine under shield and listen around the air con compressor area with the engine running switch the air con on and off to see if the noise goes and comes back....
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D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
27th January 2010, 04:00 PM
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6
wierd...need advice please
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3,581
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A8 3.7
Hi, what model A8 and what year there are a few...
Hi, what model A8 and what year there are a few different brake calipers fitted
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D2 - Engine Bay
22nd January 2010, 05:05 PM
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16
Bearing noise?
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6,124
Posted By
A8 3.7
Hi I have a 97 3.7 which had a similar noise, if...
Hi I have a 97 3.7 which had a similar noise, if it comes back open the bonnet and listen to find out which side of the engine it's coming from if it's the passenger side as mine was it can be the...
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A8 / S8 Generic Posts
4th January 2010, 01:16 PM
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6
colour codes and trim codes
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6,029
Posted By
A8 3.7
Many thanks to you all for the information
Many thanks to you all for the information
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A8 / S8 Generic Posts
3rd January 2010, 01:09 PM
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6
colour codes and trim codes
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6,029
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A8 3.7
colour codes and trim codes
Hi All,
Can anyone help to decipher the following colour code and trim code or point me in the right direction. The car is a 1997 3.7 the colour and trim codes are I think LYZM/LYZM and N4K/BT.The...
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D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
27th November 2009, 05:29 PM
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6
Front suspension arms etc.
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3,782
Posted By
A8 3.7
Hi just a word of warning some A8 suspension arms...
Hi just a word of warning some A8 suspension arms are not the same as an A4 so be careful if buying off ebay also cheap is not always best I have seen some bottom arms where the ball joint has come...
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D2 - Engine Bay
23rd November 2009, 04:49 PM
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19
Oil - Your questions answered - Maybe!
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13,758
Posted By
A8 3.7
Hi All, Personally I've been using Shell Helix...
Hi All,
Personally I've been using Shell Helix Ultra Extra which is a 5w-30 oil it's not cheap but it is cheaper than a new engine. The current mileage is 122,000 the oil is changed every 10,000 or...
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D2 - Engine Bay
5th November 2009, 03:54 PM
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2
Low idle
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2,575
Posted By
A8 3.7
Hi had a similar problem on my 3.7 check the...
Hi had a similar problem on my 3.7 check the breather pipe at the back of the engine comes from up the centre of the V to the throttle body rubber air inlet if the pipe perishes it can cause a...
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D2 - Engine Bay
18th August 2009, 04:42 PM
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40
Coolant Temp Sensor
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34,241
Posted By
A8 3.7
Hi, just replaced mine on a 96 3.7 it's located...
Hi, just replaced mine on a 96 3.7 it's located on the drivers side cylinder head at the back if you remove the plastic air intake pipe from air box to throttle housing you can just see it, good tip...
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