Hi all,
Just bought a B6 3.0 V6 RS4 rep. I have always liked the look, quality and interior design of the A4 cab. Would have preferred a 1.8T but after reading about the problems I am sort of glad I got a 3.0 instead, even though it has way less potential.
Being an Audi it is extremely smooth but I couldn't help but think that the car is not exactly exciting to drive, time for a few mods I think. By the way the RNS-E sat nav isn't very good is it Not at all comparable to TomTom but oh well give and take.
This being my first VAG I have a few questions if that's okay.
1. I get on average 24mpg doing roughly 60% town 40% motorway. I know the fuel consumption is definitely not going to be as good as the 1.8T but does this sound normal?
2. What is the difference between an RS4 bonnet and an A4 bonnet?
3. What front seats can I fit into my car? Would a B7 saloon one fit? What about, for example, the B5 RS4 ones? And do I need to disconnect battery when doing so (don't know how sensitive are the airbags on the A4)?
4. How do you remove the rear quarter panels? Google isn't helping.
5. What upgrade options do I have when it comes to brakes? I prefer one from another Audi model rather than going aftermarket. Ideally I would want the B7 RS4 ones but I can imagine they are REALLY expensive. For example, do the front and rear brakes from an S4 4.2 345mm front 300mm rear fit? If so what do I need other than calipers discs and pads? The car has 312mm front as far as I can see.
6. Do suspension kits designed for saloon/avant fit? Do suspension kits designed for the B7 cab fit? Do suspension kits designed for the quattro fit?
7. What wheel offset would be the best on 19" wheels? And what is the maximum width of wheels can I get away on the rear? Bearing in mind the RS4 arches and future lowering (around 30mm probably).
8. How much should I be looking at for a cambelt/waterpump change? Just so to make sure I don't get ripped off really.
9. Are B7 cab rear lights physically compatible with B6 cabs? I know the wiring is a bit different but that can easily be solved.
10. Just wondering what your personal opinions are. Should I take the RS4 badges off or leave them on?
Your help would be much appreciated.
Many thanks!!
Just bought a B6 3.0 V6 RS4 rep. I have always liked the look, quality and interior design of the A4 cab. Would have preferred a 1.8T but after reading about the problems I am sort of glad I got a 3.0 instead, even though it has way less potential.
Being an Audi it is extremely smooth but I couldn't help but think that the car is not exactly exciting to drive, time for a few mods I think. By the way the RNS-E sat nav isn't very good is it Not at all comparable to TomTom but oh well give and take.
This being my first VAG I have a few questions if that's okay.
1. I get on average 24mpg doing roughly 60% town 40% motorway. I know the fuel consumption is definitely not going to be as good as the 1.8T but does this sound normal?
2. What is the difference between an RS4 bonnet and an A4 bonnet?
3. What front seats can I fit into my car? Would a B7 saloon one fit? What about, for example, the B5 RS4 ones? And do I need to disconnect battery when doing so (don't know how sensitive are the airbags on the A4)?
4. How do you remove the rear quarter panels? Google isn't helping.
5. What upgrade options do I have when it comes to brakes? I prefer one from another Audi model rather than going aftermarket. Ideally I would want the B7 RS4 ones but I can imagine they are REALLY expensive. For example, do the front and rear brakes from an S4 4.2 345mm front 300mm rear fit? If so what do I need other than calipers discs and pads? The car has 312mm front as far as I can see.
6. Do suspension kits designed for saloon/avant fit? Do suspension kits designed for the B7 cab fit? Do suspension kits designed for the quattro fit?
7. What wheel offset would be the best on 19" wheels? And what is the maximum width of wheels can I get away on the rear? Bearing in mind the RS4 arches and future lowering (around 30mm probably).
8. How much should I be looking at for a cambelt/waterpump change? Just so to make sure I don't get ripped off really.
9. Are B7 cab rear lights physically compatible with B6 cabs? I know the wiring is a bit different but that can easily be solved.
10. Just wondering what your personal opinions are. Should I take the RS4 badges off or leave them on?
Your help would be much appreciated.
Many thanks!!