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    Worrying clutch noise any ideas?

    Hi guys, I wonder if any of you have any idea what might be the cause of the noise in the video (if it works!).. Car is a 5spd manual and this whining noise exists when the clutch is down, but not when its in gear, doesn't do it at idle/neutral and the pitch is dependant on how fast the car is...
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    Heater Blower Position change

    Hey Guys, Switched out the ashtray for non smoking pack today, and in the process of chasing round a little red light to mount above (which really doesn't illuminate anything!!) appear to have decommissioned the switch that changes the position for the blower. Had to drop the unit out to get...
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    THAT unlocking problem

    Hey guys, Fitted some new wheels to my car today after they got back from refurb :D However during this process the unlock stopped working with the key fob :( I've read about it on here, and it sounds like the micro switch? However before I jump off at the deep end, I've also noticed the...
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    A3 oil consumption query

    Hey guys, I have an A3 1.6 2007 (not fsi). It does seem to use a bit of oil, nothing drastic but it does need topping up occasionally - is this normal anyway? Moving on, there is the tell tale sign of gunk in the oil cap (consistently for some time to be fair), however it has never used a drop...
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    VW EOS 1.6FSI problem - any suggestions?

    Hi Guys, The missus has just bought a new car, a 2007 VW EOS with the 1.6fsi - the same engine that goes into the golf/A3 Im sure? I took it to work today for a little run out as she doesn't drive far each day and on the way home encountered a problem. Came down the A46 ~70 and then off...
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    An afternoon well spent - RS3 style grill

    So I finally managed to find an RS3 style grill I liked and fitted it this afternoon.. Grill was from BM-town, I actually bought it through eBay as they don't list the 8P2 RS3 grill on their website for some reason.. Really impressed with the quality and fit to be fair, for £150 -...
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    Wheel refurb & alignment questions

    Hi guys, Managed to nab myself a set of 17s at a decent price this week, nothing special just 5 spokes but better than what's on it! They could do with a refurb (general kerbing etc.) and I'd like to get them sorted in anthracite maybe Roughly how much should that cost could anyone advise...
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    IFZ 91** black RS5 Leamington?

    Gorgeous looking RS5 I've seen parked up near my house and on the parade recently - anyone's here?
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    The taboo question..!

    Hi guys, Sorry to ask the unpopular question but I'm at work and can't really scrawl through all the old posts! I have an 2007 A3 1.6 and I wondered if anyone can tell me what rim size it would hve on, they are 16" OEM 9 spoke wheels (the boring ones!) Reason I ask is I've seen some 16x6...
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    Grom Audio kits advice/feedback?

    Hi Guys, So I have an 07 A3 with a Audi Concert stereo in it (Its double DIN but I'm not sure what makes the difference between Concert 1 & 2 as I assume it never says specifically on it? How do I know?) I want to be able to play music from my phone through the car, and I'm looking at Grom...
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    LED Number Plate Lights - Help

    Hey guys, I got some LED bulbs for the plates online, and have just fit them but have a bit of a problem; Unfortunately when I switch on the ignition the lights come on for about 3-4 seconds (if you're quick to the back!) and then go off again.. Does anyone know why that is? I've heard stuff...
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    Advice/opinions FK automotive mesh style grill

    Hey guys, I wondered if any of you had an particular experience or opinions on something like the below; FK Blackout Mesh Grille with Logo Holder - A3 8P 05-> - Grills - Styling - Parts | Awesome GTI now I know a lot of you lads are all about OEM and to be honest so am I, but the S3 grill...