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    Intermittent after run pump

    Hi, The pump not running after every journey. It runs fine when connected directly to battery. Appears to have a low voltage when connector is tested with multimeter. How should I go about testing further? I've purchased a new pump but no change. Does anyone have any pictures or diagrams of...
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    Wanted A3/S3 8L headlight parts

    Wanted: Rear cover for drivers side xenon headlight (facelift) and 2 working headlight motors. Thanks.
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    Symphony 2 battery drain (possibly) - help needed

    Hi, Today I tried to get to the bottom of an ongoing battery drain issue with my 2001 S3. With the car "thinking' it was locked, I used one of these and tested each of the fuses at the end of the dashboard and on top of the battery. The only fuse reporting any current was fuse 42...
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    Wanted 8L facelift instrument cluster

    Hi, I'm in the process of get my DIS screen replaced and have noticed a small but annoying crack in the instrument cluster perspex. I don't suppose anyone has one they want to get rid of? Many thanks.
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    Replacing CCT - questions

    Hi, My valve cover gasket needs replacing and the last time I did this I also replaced the CCT gasket and half moon just by raising the CCT. This time, depending on pad wear, I am considering replacing the CCT itself 'whilst I'm there'. There are no errors in vag com, but I sometimes get a...
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    Wanted 8L S3 rear caliper carriers

    Hi, Does anyone have a rear brake caliper carriers knocking about? Need to be suitable for the wider 'vented' rear discs. Many thanks.
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    Brake hose pliers - yay or nay?

    Hi, I think my S3 has a sticky rear caliper so considering a DIY replacement of both. Can hose pliers be used on the short flexi's on the rear? Any recommendations? Also, are TRW calipers reputable? Many thanks.
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    AutoCar : Buyers Guide

    Anyone else seen this? https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/used-cars/used-car-buying-guide-audi-s3-mk1
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    Engine mount

    Hi, So what's going on here then? The driver's side of the engine has dropped and I'm trying to pin point what has failed. Excuse the pictures, I whipped off the charge pipe to see what was going on. Can take more if required, although space is tight with the engine dropped down/leaning over...
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    Piston Heads : Buyers Guide

    Anyone else spotted this? https://www.pistonheads.com/features/ph-buying-guides/audi-s3-ph-buying-guide/38942 Quite a fair write up and actually not too scathing. I think most of the common faults are listed... Let's watch the prices soar.... Lol
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    Cam belt time?

    Hi, The cam belt of my 2001 AMK was last changed in April 2012. Since then it has covered 25K miles. Should I get it replaced as part of an upcoming service? Thanks.
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    034Motorsport PCV Check Valve

    Hi, Quick question. What's everyones opinion on these? https://www.awesomegti.com/shop-by-brand/034motorsport/034motorsport-pcv-check-valve-for-1-8t-2-7t/ From a longevity/relibility point of view are they considered an upgrade? Has anyone had any issues with them? Thanks.
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    VCDS errors - help needed

    Hi, I have a 2001 S3 AMK and at the weekend I was trying to fix some leaks with the PCV pipes under the inlet manifold. Yesterday, I tightened up various jubilee clips and then degreased (and rinsed the pipework with water) so I could then spot if any of leaks return. Car started as normal...
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    K04 standard cat to downpipe - bolts

    Hi, Can anyone please confirm whether the standard catalytic converter incorporates the 6 `bolts` that secures the cat to downpipe? The diagrams on the part databases are not clear (to me). If the bolts are separate to the cat, does anyone have a part number? I can find the part number for...
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    10psi actuators

    Hi, Can anyone suggest who sells K04-023 10psi actuators for stock turbos. Thanks.
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    S3's with FMIC's - Who do you insure with?

    Renewal time is upon me and thinking of fitting a FMIC. I believe my current insurers (Admiral) do not insure cars modified with FMIC's. Can anyone recommend their insurer?
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    Thinking of going “stage 2” - anyone disappointed with theirs?

    Hello there, I`ve had a jabbasport generic stage 1 remap on my AMK S3 since 2008. I've slowly been getting parts together (new fuel pump,3“tip, jetex & heatshield and wellycooler with 2.5” inlet/outlet) with the view of getting them fitted then going for a health check / custom stage 1 remap...
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    S3 bolt on mods upgrade path advice

    Hi all, I have an AMK S3 that has done 80k and has the following modifications: 'Generic' stage 1 map by Jabba from ~2007 Autobahn88 TIP Green panel filter in smoothed air box(!) Forge 007 with revised piston I have driven approximately 45,000 miles at this level of tune without any...
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    She won't start :(

    Hi, I have recently carried out the below using various guides for my AMK S3: replaced my injector inserts ultrasonically cleaned injectors and fpr replaced injector o-rings replaced inlet manifold gasket removed and cleaned throttle body replaced throttle body gasket replaced both...
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    Hunter alignment

    Hi, Going for a four wheel alignment at a local garage found on Welcome to Align My Car. They have a hunter dsp600 alignment machine. They have already checked my current alingment using one of the 'presets' on the machine, I think is was A3/S3 sports suspension. They couldn't make...