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    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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    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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    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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    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...