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Old 9th August 2020, 08:09 PM
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Default New wipers

Ive ordered two pairs now for my d3 a8 and both have not come even close to fitting after a bit of research it seems that they are pretty hard to get hold of.
So my question is can anyone provide me with a link to some that actually fit
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Old 9th August 2020, 11:39 PM
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Can’t go wrong with these fella. Hope all is well Wayne
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Old 10th August 2020, 05:06 AM
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I bought Lucas, they are symetrical compared to asymetrical OEM wipers so in speeds above 70 they do not work well as the airflow does not press them against the screen, feels like it's doing quite the opposite and lifting up. Had to put the old ones back as they are not too bad yet.
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Old 10th August 2020, 07:00 AM
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I’ve tried a pair of the Lucas’s. Didn’t perform as well or last more than 6 months. OEM last years. Would only recommend OEM.
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£45 OEM, fitted price - fixed price serving. Weirdly, I think the fitted price is cheaper than the parts counter price
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£45 OEM, fitted price - fixed price serving. Weirdly, I think the fitted price is cheaper than the parts counter price

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£45 OEM, fitted price - fixed price serving. Weirdly, I think the fitted price is cheaper than the parts counter price
Correct. They are nearly £60 if you want to buy them from the counter. I would just book in with Audi and get them fitted. Perfect excuse to have a nose around the showroom too
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Old 11th August 2020, 07:58 PM
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Can’t go wrong with these fella. Hope all is well Wayne
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Hi mate yes everythings very good now had a bit of a downward spiral with the corona like everyone, how you been keeping?
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Old 11th August 2020, 08:01 PM
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Thanks for all the help guys ill try and get on here more often.
In other news the audi is running great had a big service last week including 8 new glow plugs got it booked in for remap and dpf delete.
Im also planning on respraying the car at my work when i get chance really like to bring this beast back to its former glory, also the wheels are booked in for a refurb, any recommendations on tyres?
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Old 12th August 2020, 11:26 AM
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any recommendations on tyres?
Can't go wrong with Michelin. Costs more upfront but they also last long time so cost per mile is not higher and they offer top level performance especially in wet and does not decrease as much as others with age/wear
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