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    Sold RS3 2017 (67) DAZA, 8V SPORTBACK, NARDO, MRC STAGE 1, IMMACULATE 23,500 MILES!

    For sale is my 2017 RS 3 Sportback, Nardo Grey, very low millage (just ticked over 23,500 miles). I have owned this car for 3yrs, it is in fantastic condition. During my ownership the car has been garage stored and only used for longer trips, not driven around town etc. as I'm too precious...
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    Sold Audi A5 3.0 TDI Quattro, S Line Coupe, 2016/17, Auto, Huge Spec, 32K MILES

    For sale is my meticulously looked after and maintained 3.0 TDI Audi A5 (218ps) in the unique Manhattan Grey. This car left the factory with a very nice spec with all optional extras detailed below on-top of the usual S-Line refinements. Being a very late 2016 model this B9 A5 benefits from a...
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    Wanted RS3 8V FACELIFT

    Hi I'm looking to buy an 8V RS3 17/18 plate. Let me know if you're selling. Preferably after one in Nardo but will consider other colours especially on a saloon.
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    Wanted AUDI RS3 (8V) PFL, HIGH SPEC, NARDO

    Hi all Looking to buy a pre-facelift RS3, must be Nardo grey with black styling pack. Must have: Panoramic Sunroof SS seats with contrast stitching Tech Pack Dynamic pack Comfort & Sound pack Roof rails (not a deal breaker) RS styling, heated seats etc. are preferred... Preferably sub 40k...
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    Sold Audi S4 Avant, B8 2009, Highly cherished example, MRC Stg 2, £10k spent

    The time has come to sell my pride and joy... One of a kind Audi S4 Avant in stunning Sprint Blue pearl effect, this is a truly great example of a B8 S4. In the two and a half years I have owned this car I have spent a little under £10k on upgrades in an effort to make this car the best it can...
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    S-tronic Gearbox Service - The Definitive Answer

    Hi All, As per the title, I would like to create a thread containing all the information needed to make sense of the servicing requirements for the B8's S-tronic gearbox. Many threads exist on the matter which I have spent the last few days reading, unfortunately this has lead to confusion due...
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    Strange results from MRC Stage 2 and Gearbox Map

    Hi All, I had my 2009 s4 avant MRC'd on Friday, as far as I can tell there were no issues with the mapping and the car made 473ps so relatively healthy.. The issue comes with the way the gearbox now behaves. At a high rpm gear change pre-mapping the exhaust would make a noticeable 'farting'...
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    V Spoke rs4 reps (20 x 8.5j) Tyre size options?

    Hi all, I bought my S4 back in December and it has the 20 x 8.5j rs4 replica alloys fitted.. The p zero's that are on it are down to about 3mm and the grip is shocking especially in the wet. Been searching for a while but can't find a definitive answer as to correct tyre size. The current...
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    Urgent help PLEASE!

    Hi all, I have been working on my s3 all summer (hybrid) and its due to be mapped at Bills this Friday. I have been away for the last week and the cars been sat, when I first drove it again I noticed that it was difficult getting into reverse/first and this got progressively worse over the...
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    What an absolute idiot! Help :(

    What the **** have I just done :( in an attempt to secure my wmi pump to the boot floor I have just drilled into the top of my fuel tank! Right when I'm supposed to be running my car in with limited time before mapping I do this? What do I do? Help please..
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    Gearbox mount bolts HELP

    Hi all, Does anyone know the part numbers for the three bolts connecting the gearbox mount bracket to the gearbox? (One of the bolts has a smaller stud and nut at the top) Should these bolts be replaced after removal, when I did the clutch I removed these and re-torqued according to info I...
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    Rear lights issue

    Hi all, I was driving along the motorway yesterday (2000 a4 SE 1.9tdi) and heard a loud bang.. The tow light plug was dragging along the ground and had been swinging up and hitting the car. As a result the rear drivers side light cluster has stopped working (all lights brake, indicator etc.)...
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    gsf cambelt kit

    Hi all, I've bought the more expensive cambelt from gsf it says 'reveille?' on it. I bought it due to the discount available last weekend and that it comes with the damper.. any know about this kit? Thanks.
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    Cylinder Honing

    Hi all, Can anyone recommend a honing tool for honing the block in situ, I am struggling to find a UK seller for the Flexhone type and the 'three prong' stone type range in price greatly.. Advice would be appreciated as always, thanks.
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    Valve stuck in guide

    Hi all, Managed to remove all my valves from the cylinder head.. One of the intake valves was stuck at the top of the guide, I managed to tap the valve out but I dented the top of the guide a bit and the valve took a layer off the id of the guide? I plan to get this guide replaced but the valve...
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    Ebay engine parts

    Hi all, Has anyone got any experience with the Ebay seller kidzo? http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/kidzio/m.html?_trksid=p3692 I'm in the middle of my head build (BAM) for a hybrid K04, they sell supertech valves etc. and Bill seems to be out of stock going by his website. All the feedback is...
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    Valve Removal?

    Hi all, What is the easiest way to remove/install valves in the cylinder head? had a go with a socket and a magnet but only managed to remove one clip.. Can someone recommend the correct tool if possible? I was supposed to have this done today ready for machining, ended up bouncing my hand off...
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    Cylinder Head Stuck?

    Hi all, I have all but removed my cylinder head today (BAM 225) but when I try lifting/wiggling it off, the corner next to the turbo is stuck under a bracket. It apears to be an exhaust manifold bolt that is stuck, the bracket looks like its held on by an allen bolt but I cant get to it...
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    How to build an engine?

    Hi all, I have a newly christened stage 2 s3 (265bhp, 265ftlb badger torques), it is burning oil suspected valve stem seals and is running the original turbo (130k) which is working flat out to produce 20psi. I graduate this summer and I plan to rebuild the engine, the head clearly needs work...
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    Engine mounts

    Hi all, So looks like i'll be getting a 3" downpipe fitted soon, exactly what enigine mounts do I need and whats the cheapest option? Cheers.