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  1. Tatey35

    Instrument cluster swirls/scratches - can they be removed?

    Thanks didn’t come up in the search maybe cause it was on mobile. Yours looks good maybe I just need a few more goes. Was trying to avoid getting it out, but might have too.
  2. Tatey35

    Instrument cluster swirls/scratches - can they be removed?

    Thanks found the posts in the tread that didn’t come up in my search. Unfortunately that related to the MMI but didn’t conclude wether it will help the cluster and would’ve thought they would be slightly different materials? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Instrument cluster swirls/scratches - can they be removed?

    When in direct sunlight my instrument cluster looks awful because of all the scratches/swirls. The sunlight only hits the bottom but it has really started to annoy me. Looking online I found various people saying Meguiars plastX helps remove the swirls. Had some lying about so tried applying...
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    Handbrake lever getting stuck/rubbing on trim

    It’s done it on mine ever since I picked up the car. I did consider shaving the trim but always thought it would look a bit weird however I did it. Might consider taking apart the centre console and repositioning it at some point... don’t wanna create more creaks though [emoji23] Sent from my...
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    A3/S3 Photos Thread

    Gave her a well needed clean after work Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Handbrake lever getting stuck/rubbing on trim

    Not really, there was nothing mechanically wrong with the handbrake. It just seemed to be the positioning of the centre console and didn’t think it was worth the effort of removing the whole centre console. I ended up rubbing some silicon spray on the handbrake lever and to try and ease the...
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    What have you done to your A3 (8p) this week

    Added some sound dampening to the doors and boot floor this weekend. Not a huge difference but noticeable when driving it every day and mid bass as it doesn’t get lost so easily. Doors also make a satisfying thud when closing. Still need to sort out a passenger door rattle which appears on...
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    Roof bars

    For my sportback, I actually went with Whispbar. Never hear any wind noise with just the bars and I personally feel they look a bit better than the Thule ones. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    What have you done to your A3 (8p) this week

    Haha must have been the one I was looking at. No regrets now though? It’s very tempting... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    What have you done to your A3 (8p) this week

    Do love the look of those! Where did you get that gear knob from and for how much? I was looking at getting one a month ago but the prices just seemed so steep... at least £230 and couldn’t justify it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    What have you done to your A3 (8p) this week

    Some strong opinions :tearsofjoy: but each to their own. I was actually surprised at how little it affects the light output and living down south, can't say I'm worried about foggy weather. Had it serviced yesterday and they didn't raise in issues. Fog lights were from @t8ups, £30 for the pair...
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    What have you done to your A3 (8p) this week

    Got my taillights tinted, I know it’s not to everyone’s taste but always thought the red just looked to bright against the black. Really happy with the result and transformed the back of the car (also helps it’s cleaner). Rear LEDs looks much sharper at night now as well. Also upgraded...
  13. Tatey35

    Wiring dual fakra connector power wire

    Hi all, Currently trying to replace the single fakra connector that was installed with my headunit, with a dual fakra connector. I’ve removed the single fakra connector terminal from the connector, but new connector ( with the red collar) is different and doesn’t look like it’ll fit the male...
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    Pioneer head unit - static when connecting iphone/ weak FM signal

    Yeah so managed to fix the static - signal was being over-amplified so any input that creates noise was really noticeable. Just had to adjust the screws on a box that is part of the connects2 wiring harness. This got rid of the static - still ever so slightly there but not noticeable to anyone...
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    Pioneer CarPlay Headunit, has anyone got one fitted yet?

    I also get the popping occasionally when starting the car, but it hasn't happened at all when actually driving so hasn't bothered me to much. I'm currently getting a really annoying issue with my SPH-DA230 though. When ever I connect carplay to use maps, my iphone will lose bluetooth...
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    What have you done to your A3 (8p) this week

    For the puddle lights, these were the instructions I had: 'For the front door you need to use pin 18 for the supply (red wire) and pin 19 for the earth (brown wire). For the rear doors you need to use pin 1 for the supply and pin 2 for the earth.'
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    Pioneer CarPlay Headunit, has anyone got one fitted yet?

    Did you ever find a solution to this? I've also just had the exact same headunit fitted using the same cable, and the steering wheel control workings are the volume buttons. I thought mode button... would cycle between DAB,FM,Carplay etc.
  18. Tatey35

    Pioneer head unit - static when connecting iphone/ weak FM signal

    Not yet, as there closed sundays. I’m going to ring tomorrow, but I wanted to understand the issue a bit more, so I actually know what I’m talking about when I ring them! It’s also a decent drive to dynamic sounds so if there’s something I can try myself first that would be preferable. Had it...
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    Pioneer head unit - static when connecting iphone/ weak FM signal

    Hi all Yesterday I had a new pioneer SPH-DA230 DAB+ headunit fitted to my 2011 A3 by DynamicSounds. It's a black edition will full bose set up. I had it fitted as I didn't feel comfortable doing it myself and didn't want to be without a radio if things went wrong... however still got a few...
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    Cigarette lighter mod?

    Here's the link for the one I bought: (edit: for some reason the link to amazon doesn't take you to the product... so just search google for) 'AUKEY USB Car Charger Dual Port 24W Flush Fit Car Adaptor with Multi Protection Safety System for iPhone X / 8 / 8 Plus / 7, iPad Air / Pro / mini...