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    B8.5 Phone holders/Spotify/Sat nav & MMI Updates

    4 months into RS4 ownership and I feel I’ve made a cracking choice in daily commuter. There are a few things I’d love to sort to really make the most out of my journeys: Phone holder: The options I’ve found so far all seem a bit crap. I don’t want a screen or vent mount, and I don’t trust the...
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    Argh! No Bluetooth! Facelift 8P with RNS-E

    Hi All, I've been working my way through various threads but can't seem to find anyone in exactly the position I'm in. I have: Audi A3 8P 58 plate (Early Facelift) RNS-E MFSW Bose 6 Disc Changer Aux input But no bluetooth for phone connectivity (iPhone 7) or music. What I'd like to be able...
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    Coilover options..

    I've not long had my b7 avant s-line, but I need it lower. I've been on the lookout for used coilovers but there's literally nothing about! So I'm now at: Fit a set of fk ak's that I originally bought for a b6 but didn't fit. Supersport black evo's at £400ish BC's at £700ish KW sport...
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    1.9 vs 2.0 tdi 8p2?

    Firstly apologies if this is the most common thread on here, I couldn't find an answer! My brothers looking for an 8p2 and I'm advising him to buy a 1.9 but I don't know if this is completely incorrect advice! I've always been scared off of the 2.0 tdi's due to hearing endless horror stories...
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    BristolBaron's PFL B5 S4 Avant..

    The basics: Audi S4 Avant - PFL B5 Volcano Black Pearl Black leather/Blue alcantara I bought the car [I don't do 'names' or 'he/she' so it will remain called 'the car' throughout the thread :lol:] last August as a replacement for my previous daily - a mk4 golf estate. I'd been running that and...
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    1.8T running fault.. Getting REALLY annoying now!

    I've got a running issue with my 1.8T A3. It idles fine after having a coilpack replaced, and pulls very well until around 4-5.5K where it judders. I thought I had it narrowed down to MAF or N75 valve, however having checked the MAF by unplugging it, there was no difference, so I replaced the...
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    Split hose from PCV Valve to Inlet manifold, Replacement ideas?

    Hi.. I have been suffering with a struggling boost issue.. I have an A3 8L 1.8t 180BHP Quattro [AJQ engine code] The car pulls well until around 4-5.5k and then judders, without pulling higher revs. I've looked into coilpacks and everything seems fine so took a closer look round the bay...
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    1.9 TDI Auto cutting out..

    Just went out with my friend in his 1.9tdi auto and every now and then it cuts out when braking to a stop. Apparently it happens every couple of weeks, so fairly intermittent. Is this a common fault? He's not had it checked out yet, but i said i'd post on here for him as im sure someone has...
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    Coolant Temp Sensor

    Hi, This may have been asked before, however I;ve just been given vague info so thought I should check. I bought an A3 1.8T 180BHP Quattro with a few issues. When I bought it the idle was irratic and has had a coilpack replaced. My mechanic friend has driven the car after doing some other...
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    A3 Quattro brake calipers - where from?

    I'm trying to replace a seized rear caliper on my A3 Quattro but struggling to find one. I've been informed they're different to the standard A3/MK4 Golf caliper.. Does anyone know a decent Audi breakers who may stock one or is it a main dealer job? Cheers Baz
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    Induction/TIP/Recirc Valves for A3 1.8T 180 BHP

    Hi, I've been though the search and found plenty of info on TIP's for the S3 but not for an A3.. So far I have a K&N cone filter and Bailey DV30 ready to go on the car. Except for this the only thing i'm planning engine wise is a REVO map. I'm not very engine minded, but a TIP seems like a...
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    Loads of Newbie questions - Be kind!

    Hi, I've used the search to try and answer most of these but not with much luck. Anyone experienced enough to answer these off hand? Cheers Baz 1. Both wing mirrors are broken, not just the covers. Are they any decent alternatives to standard replacements? 2. One of the front hubs needs...
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    Bristol Baron - New recruit! A3 1.8T Quattro - Lots of questions!!

    Hi all, I've just picked up a 1999 Audi A3 1.8T 180BHP Quattro so thought I'd better join up and say hello. I've bought the car pretty cheap, but in need of some TLC so will have loads of questions as I get on with it. No doubt I'll find plenty of the answers using the search, but if anyone...