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    Correct wheel nuts for aftermarket alloys

    I’ve done some research before posting and couldn’t find the answers I’m looking for. I’ll speak with a garage likely also due to the safety concerns. I’ve not long owned my S3 8P 2011, which came with BBS CH-R alloys. I believe they are reps going on the larger centre cap and font. I was a...
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    New S3 8P owner

    Well, back in a S3 and extremely enjoying it. I use to own a S3 8L many moons ago and was craving another S3. Picked up a 2011 Sportback with 100k on it. Full service history. I don’t normally purchase modified cars, however I couldn’t say no to this specific car and a change was wanted for a...
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    RNSE 8P to aftermarket HU help

    Hey, I'm sure it has been covered before but couldn't pin point answer. I'm changing an a3 8p RNSE to a aftermarket pioneer. I've realised I'll need a harness adapter. The car has boss also. What exactly do I need in order to get the HU working and all bose speakers and amp connected? I've...
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    Rear TT springs on S3 8L

    My coilovers on the rear are completely seized and are sitting to low for my liking. I know it is impossible to find aftermarket springs in a set of 2. Has anyone lowered there S3 8L using Audi TT springs with red dots as I here these are 20mm lower. Had a search but couldn't find much. Thanks
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    Leaking fuel hose/filter

    So car has been smelling of fuel, and poor start up in the morning, realised I have a leak coming from fuel filter / fuel hose. Getting sorted on Tuesday. Doesn't seem to have affected performance but will the car be okay running for a few days? I'm tempted to park up as slightly dangerous if...
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    Stage 1 wanting stage 2

    My car is currently at 265bhp on stage 1 APR software with cat back only. I'm wondering what mod to do next, intercooler, decat Downpipe or 80mm tip? (Currently have silicone standard size tip) I will then stage 2 once these mods are all added,just wandering what will be best to order next? Also...
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    fitting intercooler

    planning on buying a welly intercooler and fitting kit via ebay, I know the correct sizes for intercooler itself and piping required. I am not bad with tools so have a rough idea, is it relatively easy, I know its a front bumper off job. If someone who has fitted it DIY before could give me...
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    Blanking inlet hose

    Just had the car mapped stage 1, night and day. I have PCV delete, my inlet manifold is blanked off with a socket, with the higher boost it has popped out even with a jubilee clip, so looking for a blanking grommet. Does anyone know the size of this outlet? Thanks
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    APR map

    I have my S3 8L amk in for an APR stage 1 map next week (ecotune)..... just wanted to see if anyone elsewas running the APR map and their thoughts? I know they have a good reputation and I also have a friend with a stage 1 8P APR map that really impressed me. Thanks
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    Intercooler - what I need

    I know there's hundreds of threads on this but couldn't quite pin point my questions. I'm looking at universal intercoolers, I know what sizes are available, and most people go for the larger size and get rid of the crash bar. I'm just curious as to what hoses I need? Is it just the 2 lower...
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    Number plate holders

    Sorry for the boring thread but honestly can't make my mind up. Number plate surrounds, yes or no? What's the most popular choice.
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    Seized coilovers

    So got my car with coilovers, the back sits to low, I have 25mm spacers on the rear and with 2 people or more in back the car just scrapes and exhaust system clips nearly everything. I tried to raise the coilovers but they are completely seized. I tried wd40 penetrating oil, wire brush and extra...
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    Low boost, back to normal after on/off

    Started the car Upto today, hadn't driven in about a day or so as I usually use everyday on several journeys. Anyway, once the car was running at optimised temperature, I noticed the car would not boost past 0.2 bar, felt extremely slow and I could hear the waste hate was alot quieter due to...
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    Difference 8l and 8p mirrors

    I received a set of mirrors of I believe a b6 2004 a4, I thought they would fit my s3 8l as honestly look identical, even on the base etc for fire ment. But I now believe the b6 shares mirrors with the 8p? I'm assuming they do not fit even though they look so similar on close inspection, if...
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    Bulb changing

    About to change my S3 8L AMK bulbs. I know there's lots of information on the best way so snot sure where to start. I was wanting someone info from first hand experience whether it's better to take bumper off, remove battery, etc or just fiddle my hands In. Thanks
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    Catch tank questions

    So I fitted a catch can and new silicone hoses to my s3 AMK the other week. Originally ran an oil breather but now venting to tip. Couple of quick questions I need answers please. 1. I'm currently venting to tip without the hockey puck, is this needed/preferred? 2. My hoses are silicone, am I...
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    PVC bypass

    Was looking over my hoses today at part of my PVC looks chewed to bits. Planning on doing a PVC delete, can someone point me in the best direction for buying the best suitable hose and size of T peice. I plan to also run a oil catch can as heard this makes sense when deleting the PVC valve. It's...
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    Help with N75/N249 bypass and boost readings

    I posted the other day but now have some more information to help. My car is stager 1 running 21 psi according to the tuner. However I have recently just fitted a boost gauge which is only showing around 0.7/0.8 max boost. I have the gauge vacuum going into the DV to Inlet N249 bypass pipe...
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    Boost gauge

    First post on the forum, I have an Audi s3 8L AMK. Couple of quick questions I need answered please. I fitted a boost gauge, however my readings seem to be all over the place, was sitting at -0.6 to -0.9 on idle and only fulling boosting at 0.7 bar Max. Car is stage 1 so should be a lot more...