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    Canton Accusump for S4 prolong Timing chain guides ?

    fantastic piece of kit ... fitted one to my s4 never ever had chain rattle after fitting
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    Heeeeelllllppppp S4 Clutch issue?

    could be a couple of issues check that you dont have any leaks under the car , possibly clutch hydraulic leaks which would give the sensation of a terrible biting point crunching gears sounds like syncros in gearbox are going also check the clutch cable where it goes into the gearbox itself...
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    S4 B6 vibration - recommendations for Glasgow mechanics

    check the engine mounts as they are fluid filled on this model also check the connections on the maf sensor
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    I want a v8 - is a 20yr old A8 a mad idea?

    the car is a 2010 a8 4.2 tdi (cdsb) which has been remapped has to still be reliable as its a daily driver is it possible to fit larger turbochargers ??? are there any size restrictions ??? would it need uprated cooling ??? not so much bothered about horse power its more torque id...
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    I want a v8 - is a 20yr old A8 a mad idea?

    " At the same time, a late 4.2 v8 tdi with hybrid turbos will do close to 500 Bhp with a few well selected mods ! To get 800-1000Nm of torque and 450-500 Bhp from a Diesel engine it's close to what the c5 rs6 came out of the factory a decade ago ! Not to mention fuel economy where the derv is...
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    Help and S4 advise please!

    no rocker cover gasket would not do this blue smoke would indicate something is worn and possibly letting oil get past and burning check your oil level and make sure its not overfilled and make sure your using the correct grade of synthetic engine oil otherwise you will have problems on...
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    Mapping out o2 sensors on S4 B6

    simon at cc tech can do this he did mine 6 or 7 years ago hes up in mansfield though
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    My S4 is ill

    might well be worth thinking about running a little bit warmer oil as standard these engines are known to get hot and this over time breaks the oil down quicker leaving less protection for the engine and it making it easier for the oil to come out of the hydraulic tensioners i installed a...
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    2004 S4 cabrio 4.2 a/c compressor change

    the compressor is right underneath the engine its far easier to remove from underneath with the bumper put in service position you need to dissconnect the shaft at the back as its directly driven off the auxillary chain off the back of the engine when you put the shaft back id advise putting...
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    S4 avant for sale on auto trader - advice

    i had an s4 for nine years and am well aware of the problems if you would like advice on buying one please message me the link still doesnt work im afraid but the registration of my old one was sp53 hkk
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    Convertible 53 Plate 3ltr V6 Cab - 01J CVT Gearbox refurb... :S

    where are you located ? are you trying to do this with the aid of a ramp or off the floor ?
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    Problem with oil warning light and noise

    get the sump off an change the oil pick up and strainer common problem on 1.8t engines
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    Pros and cons on an 2003 Audi s4 4.2 v8

    i had mine for 9 years there are lots of issues with them which is why its important to research them beforehand and make sure you buy a good one chain rattle is a concern as the hydraulic tensioners go weak over time so as the chain slackens and wears the plastc guides inside the engine...
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    Temp and Fuel Gauge not working after Clutch and Flywheel change

    you need vcds to see what the outputs are doing also check the wiring from doing the clutch
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    Problem going into reverse when hot

    could be one of a few issues could be the syncro which is worn and wont let you select reverse or it could be the clutch dragging
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    D4 4.2 tdi

    not that it matters but yes i had the s4 past 155 and on a track on numerous occasions nothing is as relative as side by side from a standing start a8 on one side s4 on the other both went down the road quickly relative didnt change the outcome the a8 was faster plain and simple (not...
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    D4 4.2 tdi

    what audi did and what you like are also 2 different things ! the 8 speed auto is epic .... faster and more economical than the s4
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    S4 ride height

    i did mine on h+r springs and it made a big difference handling improved while ride wasn't too adversely effected just before i sold it the new owner wanted the standard ride height springs putting back on so i did this for him think the old h+r ones are still in the hut feeling sorry for...
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    D4 4.2 tdi

    what back boxes are they alan ? the 8 speed auto does just fine , would not feel right with a manual
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    Temp and Fuel Gauge not working after Clutch and Flywheel change

    take the battery off for 10 minutes and see if it picks up after this if not youll need vcds to do some output tests