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Thanks. I have mechanical experience to a level but I don't have a garage or full set of tools. Will get a quote or two.

Hi - is this a garage only job or can all 4 be replaced on the drive?

Sure, but this is new and it didn't sound like this before. It was off the road and garaged for a couple of months. Once put back on the road it had developed this extra noise. Its hard to describe other than like using a high pressure airline into a metal bucket?

Great - thanks. One less thing to replace...

Hi, I have been researching the S3 PCV system (BAM engine) as I am trying to fix a whooshing sound when the turbo spools. So far I have repaired 2 split hoses under the inlet manifold, but it still makes the sound. I'm in the process of checking all hoses, TIP etc. and found the PCV valve near...

Awesome, thanks - will crack on with mine

Its plastic? How is mine corroding if it plastic :) Thanks for the part numbers and info

Hello - the boot handle/plinth that sits above the rear number plate and houses the boot lock and plate lights: is it made of steel or aluminium? I'm assuming aluminium as I have a bit of white bubbling corrosion. Does anyone have the right name and part number please? Or is it a simple treat...

Ah ok - thanks

I have a Nogaro blue S3 too. Deep clean and finish I wash, clay, apply Auto Finesse - Tripple All In One then Autoglym HD wax. Looks fantastic and lasts while.

Superb looking car. Just a question about the headlights: is there a black 'insert' around the edge of the headlight lens between the bumper and wing? If so is this a standard part or custom?

I picked up a TT thread and it was mentioned in there. Looking at the Redline products there are light, medium and heavy - no idea on any of this. You?

Has anyone used the Redline Shockproof oil in the gearbox?

I tried the Wurth stuff but had terrible results. And I am not the only one with the same issue according to the internet.

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