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  1. ElzLewis

    S3 vibration mystery!

    Hello, Wondering if anyone else is having this issue.. -car vibrates through the steering wheel above 70mph on certain road surfaces/gradients but then not at other times at similar speeds / round bends and such the issue clears and if travelling above said speeds it seems fine.. Things that...
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    RS3 diffuser on s3 sportback

    I know it has been asked a lot but when I view the threads all the pictures are blurred due to the photo bucket farce .. can anyone post pictures on here of what actually needs to be cut to fit the genuine rs3 one ? Or does anyone know if any of the aftermarket offerings will fit an s3 bumper...
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    S3 8p exhaust codes ?

    Hi there , I recently advertised my exhaust for sale and keep getting messages about codes on the catalytic converter , I’m presuming certain codes are worth more or less money? just wondering if someone can confirm this as I may be selling the stock system too cheaply Thanks elliot
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    Carbon mirrors for s3

    hi there, In the market for some decent quality carbon mirrors/covers I have the alter style smaller mirrors on my s3 which seems harder to find! Just wondering if anyone has any helpful input.. Found one pair on eBay for £160 which seems a reasonable price to me the others I have seen are...
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    S3 8P low torque figure ?

    Hello, Had my s3 remapped a good while ago and ran it for a while fixed some issues I found later on then went in for a dyno session.. the reason for my questions is the fact my car as all the st2+ hardware fitted minus a FMIC setup, I’m wondering if high intake temps on a Dyno would of been...
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    P2279 codes S3

    hello, currently trying to establish the cause of this fault, I understand it is an air leak after the maf? I had it smoke tested when I had a boost leak off the fmic and cured that issue but never saw any smoke from other areas so unsure where to start on this issue? The car also seems a lot...
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    S3 top mounts help or tricks for lows

    Hi, I currently run ST X Coilovers on my s3 fully wound down and I’m craving an extra 10mm drop up front to just tuck the very top of the tyre.. My question is does anyone have any tricks to gain 10mm drop somewhere ? I.e top mounts? Like on my 8L you could run the powerflex ones and gain 10mm...
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    S3 Sportback coilover query

    hello, I am looking to purchase some coilovers for my s3 And after extensive searching I was set on ST X Coilovers made by I believe KW However they only seem to drop between 10-40mm and I plan on running 19” wheels with a 225/35 tyre so unsure if 40mm is enough of a drop or I need to look...
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    Estoril blue s3 8p sportback

    hi there, used to own an a3 1.8t and upgraded a few months back.. In the near future I plan to go stage2+ with it then sort the brakes/suspension and a set of lightweight/motorsport wheels So far it has a revo intake and 3” custom exhaust.. Anyone else got an estoril blue car on here?? Thanks!
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    S3 8p mirror

    anyone know of any breakers/members on here I can try? I’m in urgent need of an s3 8p facelift sportback wing mirror tried everywhere and not paying £460 for a new one at Audi.. apologies if this isn’t the right place but had no luck in the classified or 8p section Thanks A lot
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    Audi S3 8p wing mirrors?

    Hi, Looking for a replacement wing mirror for my s3 sportback 2012 is the 3dr version any different ? Or just need adjusting once on? Thanks a lot could do with help urgently please!
  12. ElzLewis

    A1 S-line 1.4 TFSI help

    hello, My girlfriend has just purchased a 2017 a1 and is wondering if the car has the ability for the lights to come on when unlocked and when locked (coming home lights I think it’s called?) Any help would be great if it makes any difference it has the xenon headlights Cheers
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    Audi a3 8l problem help!

    Hi I own an a3 8l 1.8t It started nocking when letting off at high revs in low gears so presumed it was the dog bone mount as it was nackered so replaced the mount and Polybushed it.. Still does it but seems better which leads me to think it isn't solely the dog bone causing it anyone have any...
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    Seat airbag help

    Recently bought these mk4 cloth recaros as my old seats were damaged Now my question is how can I get the airbags to work in these seats in my 8l? Or is it a lot more difficult than just changing the connector plugs ? As they seem to be similair but don't fit Cheers
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    Wheel widths on a3

    Hi just wondering does anyone know if a 9j wheel can fit on the front of an a3 I know it probably would on an s3 but I have skinny arches! Found wheels I like but 9j all round and like et 60 but I'd need adaptors anyway I'm thinking they won't fit but just thought I'd ask on here if anyone's...
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    1.8t sport.. Low and loud

    Hello, but of a progress thread on my a3 even though it won't be rapid progression.. Plans/ things I have done •eibach pro street coilovers fitted •squared sc1 wheels fitted •scorpion non resonated discrete system and 3"downpipe fitted •ram air induction kit fitted •all red rear lights...
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    8l's on 19's and static?

    Hey, Currently run 18's on my 1.8t but after hitting a cats eye at 80mph and setting the side airbag off I'm thinking 19's may give a tiny ride height gain whilst still looking low? My audi Cheers