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  1. robtdi

    shocks and springs

    Hi guys I have a 2002 A3 TDI. I am looking for standard shocks and springs, ideally from a breakers. New ones are worth more than the car so just not worth it. Question is does a Golf of the same era fit ? Most Golf TDI mk4s fit when it comes to parts Also any recommendations of any breakers ...
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    Erratic idling / No power on throttle

    Hello So i have had an issue with my S3 2011 2.0tfsi for 3 weeks now. 1. It will not idle at 900rpm, instead it idles up and down between 900-1900rmp continuously 2. if you put your foot down or pull away from lights at a sensible speed, the car jumps like its misfiring. If you change down a...
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    S3 Cambelt/chain/toothed belt

    I had my chain done and tensioner. Bought the car back in March. Paper work said that the water pump and cambelt was done at 60K. Defo worth getting the chain done as well. Car has done 68k on a 2011 plate. Have a chat with *** online on Facebook. They do genuine parts at a good price from Seat...
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    Induction kit recommendations? Forge, Revo or VWR?

    What were the gains with a Revo induction when you fitted it? was it before or after your remap ? Are the Revo kits noticeably louder? (not that noise bothers me as i have a miltek non res)
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    Induction kit recommendations? Forge, Revo or VWR?

    Surely high flow with least resistance (regardless of noise levels) together with cold air is anyones ideal setup? The Revo has best reviews for high flow "on demand" air supply particularly if one is going down or has done a re-map stage 1 or 2. The VWR has good reviews but its near a third...
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    Induction kit recommendations? Forge, Revo or VWR?

    Appologies if this has been posted before.... ive had a look at some related posts but im unable to find any help so far. I have an S3 2011 2.0L hatchback I am after a high flow induction air filter kit. After a little research I have narrowed it down to 3... Can anyone recommmend which one...
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    Ebay centre caps?

    Just get the ebay ones. Who is ever going to notice or even care lol. £25 each is a rip off
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    New owner - Preventative Maintenance Advice please

    Hi guys Firstly I know there is a sticky up top with extremely good advice on preventative maintenance which i have read over and over again. HOwever... i do have some more detailed questions more about where to find these parts, which i would like some help on as i want to service the S3 for...
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    Running cable from inside door to the body

    Im interested in doing this as well as my S3 doesnt come with any lights in the door as standard unfortunately. Where would you connect the wires to that feed the light with power when you open the door though ???
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    S tronic / Haldex oil change + filter

    Great thank you ! So just to get it right, the rear axle "transmission" needs a haldex and filter change and separately the "s tronic" gear box needs a oil and filter change too. What oil and filter is recommended for the s tronic box then ? And ok... i will seek a genuine audi cam follower
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    S tronic / Haldex oil change + filter

    Please can someone explain what the difference is between an S tronic oil and filter change a Haldex oil change and a Multitronic oil change? If you look at the service book for Audis in the pic attached they are separate serviceable items in the list, but i dont understand the difference ...
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    New S3 8p 2010/11 standard - some questions pls

    Hi everyone So Ive had an old 8L 1.9TDI A3 for some years now with 285K on the clock! (still going strong!) but ive had my eye on an Audi S3 2010/11 model (8p) for some time now as i want a bit of a toy to use at the weekends and stuff. I do have some detailed questions that some of you might be...
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    Turbo? What Turbo? Its not working!!

    Hey all 1.9 TDI PD130 here Im needing some additional more professional advice, help, and points in the right direction please. So whoever reading this who may be able to give some input into the situation would be of great appreciation. Thanks.... The problem: Ive had my car for about 5...
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    Tighten or replace serpentine belt A3 tdi

    Hello I just want to discuss issues with my serpentine belt (or Alternator/water pump belt) on my A3 Tdi. I think it needs tightening more than anything. The reasons I believe this is because: - When i turn the steering wheel at stand still it seems harder to turn than what it should normally be...
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    New New New :)

    Hello peeps. I havent used forums in years! I use to run one in Surrey back in 2003-07 Anyway I have an A3 TDI facelift model (2002) which ive had for a year or so.... very reliable apart from a couple of bits! So hopefully i can gain and share some information and be part of the team on the...