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  1. locost47

    Drivers seat lower mod

    Swapped my 06 sports seats for 2010 black edition half leathers, sitting on them they seemed slightly higher than the original seats. Putting this down to newer seats with firmer padding and preferring to adjust slightly lower I ground the end of the ratched/cog adjustment under the seat to an...
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    S3 Replica Bumper Kit ABS Plastic

    Being frustrated by the high prices for genuine S-Line/S3 bumpers without grilles/ fogs etc I came across this Replica S3 bumper kit on ebay complete with grill, fogs etc in abs plastic (not fiberglass) that is supposed to be a direct replacement with all factory fixing mounts etc, only...
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    Build progress so far....

    Finally got around to putting some pic's up of my current 06 A3 2.0 tdi sport. It's a work in progress as parts are sourced when they turn up at the right price. Got my hands on a facelift rear bumper to replace the old dated version, next was the latest dark facelift rear clusters, S3 pedals...
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    Bilstein B4 & H&R 35mm fitted

    Finally got around to fitting new Bilstein B4 and 35mm H&R springs to my 06 A3 tdi sport. Car had done 112k so thought suspension and top mount bearings could do with a refresh. Wanted at least the same comfort as before and a small drop. The ride with the B4's and 35mm H&R is actually more...
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    My09 Faclift Rear Lights

    Hello, looking at purchasing some facelift rear lights for my 3 door A3, can anyone confirm if the following part no. is for RHD lights as on the forum it states RHD but on google it states LHD? Part No. 8P3 945 095A thanks.
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    Wanted S4 B6 Avus alloys

    Wanted set of S4 B6 Avus alloys, don't mind if they need a refurb as long as they are straight and not badly kerbed. Please PM me if you have any for sale, thanks.
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    Gear oil change to help shift

    Decided to change the oil on my 102k 06 2.0TDI 6 speed box as the change wasn't the best especially when cold, looking through the forums the general opinion was to use the latest VW/Audi Gear Oil (G 052 171 A2), changed the oil (came out very dirty)and... change is worse! very notchy and a...
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    Back to another A3 :)

    Well after selling my old 04 A3 2.0TDI Sport 5 years ago (regretting it ever since) and getting through a 3.2v6 DSG TT and Civic Type R Premier edition, im very happy to be an A3 owner again, managed to get a well cared for 2006 A3 TDI Sport with Bluetooth, Auto lights etc, over the moon! :)
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    Tracking down my old A3...

    Bit of a long shot..., but for sentimental reasons :slap:I'm trying to track down my old A3 to possibly buy back, I am based in N.Ireland car was sold may 13 in Markethill NI, 2004 Volcano Black A3 Tdi sport, Reg: PNZ 4282, S3 Skirts, rear valance, alcantara S3 steering Wheel, 19" RS4 gunmetal...
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    A3 TDI Gone : ( TT V6 Arrived :)

    Just sold my A3 TDI after 3 happy years with it, moved on to a MK1 3.2 V6 DSG TT which I love! Thanks for all the help and advice given for my A3, hopefully the TT section will be as helpfull :)
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    changing from 2.0TDI A3 to MK1 3.2 DSG TT what to look out for on the test drive?

    Moving from my trusty A3 to a 2004 MK1 3.2 V6 DSG TT, 77,000 miles. Having not driven a dsg gearbox or a TT what should I be looking out for on the test drive that is specific to this car? Gearbox noises or driveline shunt etc, sorry to ask but don't want to buy a lemon!! Thanks! Any help would...
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    Turbo going?

    Noticed recently that when the cars cold the wine/howl from the turbo is noticably louder than it was a few months back, gets quieter when the car is fully warm, when cold I only rev it to 3k max. Also noticed when changing gear a sound that sounds like a dump valve, this has also got louder and...
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    Another S3 Replica...

    Looks like this guy has started a replica dealership..lol have to say it looks the business although I wonder if all the 2010 electrics work with the older car and it's on the expensive side...:unsure: AUDI]AUDI A3 2.0T FSI S3 REPLICA GT M3 TDI TT K1 RS4 VXR FR on eBay (end time 14-Feb-11...
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    S3 Rear brakes on 2wd?

    Looking to upgrade the brakes on my 04 TDI 2wd and was wondering if the rear brakes from the S3 will fit straight on, Calipers, Discs, Back plate etc)? Has anyone done this conversion? Would just upgrading the fronts effect the ABS etc? Thanks.
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    Will these bulbs work on the A3?

    Been after no error indicator led's and came across these: Audi LED indicator side repeaters 501 T10 W5W no error on eBay (end time 28-Oct-10 19:40:00 BST) will they work with the A3? Thanks.
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    Nearly happy!..lol

    Just though Id post a few pics of the progress i've made on the car since I got it two years ago, majority of parts sourced second hand so it's been a long wait... just need buckets and S3 Brakes and ill be content..lol When I first got it...
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    LED Indicator bulbs?

    Been on the look out for LED replacements for my indicator bulbs that wont throw up an error message, cant get them anywhere, don't want to mess with resistors etc, just want a direct replacement, has any one found or are using any? Cheers!
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    Flywheel Replacement TDI

    My Flywheel / DMF Seems to be on the way out as on idle there is a cracking/rattling sound and I have noticed that the clutch has started to slip occasionally, The Vosa recall posted on the site a few months back listed my chassis number for flywheel replacement, after contacting my local dealer...
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    Make up marks removal from interior trim

    My A3 has make up marks on some of the interior trim, Glovebox, door handle, window switches etc. Have tried everything to remove it but to no avail, are their any products that will shift this and leave the plastics with a clean as new finish? Thanks.
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    Getting rid of orange peel?

    Hello, Recently got a Votex front lip sprayed and fitted to my A3 and you can notice that the finish is not quite as good as the factory finish. There is a very slight ripple / orange peel effect that I would like to get rid of, are their any products that can be applied by hand to smooth the...