Recent content by ColinM

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    Would you use spacers on your S4?

    Looking closely, it seems the wheel design has the arms arch outwards away from the caliper. If they have a flatter rim to hub profile then that straight line "cuts the corner" and gets close to/hits the caliper. The two examples you show are in the 18" line up in my first post, so I guess...
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    S4 Avant - no heated mirrors ;-(

    Found it, thanks! Should have read the manual. OK, next question, missing on this Audi (or can't find it yet) - where do I keep my parking/shopping trolley coins?
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    Would you use spacers on your S4?

    I’ve ordered a pair of 5mm hubcentrics as this may be enough and I understand these can still be used with original bolts as lng as I get 7 full turns in the thread. I’m not bothered about the flush look since this will probably end up throwing more mud and debris down the side of the car in...
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    S4 Avant - no heated mirrors ;-(

    I guess it’s all part of the “energy users” philosophy that it’s only needed for half the year?
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    S4 Avant - no heated mirrors ;-(

    Thanks guys, will check tomorrow!
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    S4 Avant - no heated mirrors ;-(

    New to the S4 Avant, my old 2004 A4 1.9tdi sold to it's new owner yesterday so first time out on a frosty morning in the S4. Very disappointed to discover the door mirrors aren't heated. Was standard on the old 1.9tdi sport but remained frosted up on the new car. Cheapskates Audi, why aren't my...
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    Before I place the order...

    Do we do the same job? My HUD at work ....
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    Please recommended place to repair /replace tyre

    Either do a Blackcircles fitted locally quote or order from Camskill and take to your local independent tyre fitters. No need to involve Audi.
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    Would you use spacers on your S4?

    Thanks D, the ones I bought are ET47. I’ll chat to the guy about supplying decent spacers and bolts.
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    Would you use spacers on your S4?

    I'm a big fan of winter tyres and in Germany you can spec an S4 Avant with 18 or 19" wheels and then order a set of winter wheels/tyres separately. In the UK, options are more limited to 3 versions of 19" only. Audi Germany S4 Avant Wheel Options In the UK, this is your choice: So I...
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    Roof rack and bike carrier recommendations

    You are correct, drag increases by the square of the speed. Double your speed from 20mph to 40mph and there is 4x the drag. Again from 40 to 80, the same, so 20mph up to 80mph, you increase the drag by 16 times that at 20mph. Only mentioned as some people are unaware of the huge penalty on fuel...
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    Roof rack and bike carrier recommendations

    Be aware that roof bars/racks eat your fuel consumption. Manufacturers spend millions developing the aerodynamics of the car only for it to be spoilt by the parasitic drag of a rack. It could cost you 10% of your fuel consumption. I appreciate some are tricky to get on and off but the fuel...
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    Hit a pot hole ... suspension damage?

    Also some good tips at https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/travel/pothole-claims
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    Hit a pot hole ... suspension damage?

    I have followed the advice on www.potholes.co.uk a couple of times and been paid. Saves burning your NCD. The process is a little long winded and they deny liability at first but by second or third letter, they pay up.
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    S4 B9 Popular Mods

    Yes, some 18” wheels clear the brake calipers. Audi UK don’t show any 18” wheel options for the S4 but audi.de do. There are a couple of knowledgeable used wheel sellers on Ebay I am in dialogue with and I am also waiting for quotes from two UK Audi dealers for new ones. See my other posts for...