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  1. Hairy Ballbag

    Paint Code... Help!

    SNAP. Who though of putting that in the ****** boot, any way? Case closed. Cheers!
  2. Hairy Ballbag

    Paint Code... Help!

    I need to find the paint code for my R reg 2.8Q but can't find it anywhere on the car. 1. Where can I find it, or, 2. Does anyone know the code for my car? The colour is that blue/purple metallic colour that changes from blue to purple in the sun. I think it was only as an optional extra at...
  3. Hairy Ballbag

    lowering springs please help

    I think they're different as I've just spent ages hunting for a set for my 2.8 Q Saloon before finally finding somewhere that did them.
  4. Hairy Ballbag

    Audi's hard to work on?

    Anything you have to plug a computer into annoys me... Pre 1980 is the way forwards. No, pre '72 actually - no road tax, cheap insurance, most construction and use laws don't apply, you can fix anything for a score and... no ECUs!
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    Try this!

    Spot on, driven sensibly with Shell V-Power and an engine chip, I got 380 out of my last tank! (That was mainly dual carriageways at about 55/60 mph though) Came in at 32mpg. Normally get 29/30 but try not to do town driving. Seriously, Shell V-Power is good stuff - I get a much better...
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    Lowered 2.8Q - Wheel sizes, please...

    I've lowered my 2.8Q saloon by 35mm and it's on the standard 16" Audi wheels. I want some nicer hoops, but I've had 18's before on my old 2.8 Coupe and the tyres were expensive. Would 17's with a 45 profile tyre fit with the drop? Second Q is, is it even worth putting 17's on, or are 18's...
  7. Hairy Ballbag

    2.8 quattro

    Since I've got mine chipped and stopped driving like a knob all the time, I get an average of 30 - 32 Mpg from my 2.8Q... That does mean driving along the bypass at 55 mph though... but, if you line up and plan your round a bouts, you can take them at 40mph, leave everyone behind who...
  8. Hairy Ballbag

    power steering fluid

    I had this the other week. Groaned until it was warm when the levels changed. I got some from Car Parts and Accessories and it's been fine ever since. Think it cost me about 8 quid for a small bottle but it has to be the same type as directed on the filler cap. I have been told that they do...
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    2.8 30v Quattro Engine problem

    Has anyone else experienced and found the cause of this problem... Car won't start up, bit like the engine's flooded. Battery hangs around 8v and after around 20 seconds of turning over, the car starts and then cuts out. Repeat again and pump the accelerator and the car starts. It then revs...
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    Horrible Noise! Steering Rack or Pump?

    Here's me looking for a bigger problem that I've actually got! Tw*t!
  11. Hairy Ballbag

    Rear speakers!

    Mine does that (Bose) - the sound cuts out when you brake but the CD keps running...
  12. Hairy Ballbag

    Horrible Noise! Steering Rack or Pump?

    My 2.8 Quattro makes a horrible noise when cold! It's steering related but I don't know if it's the pump or the rack... Whiney noise that's kind'a rev related but not coming from the engine. Steering squeels and farts when the wheels are turned but makes no noise on full lock. When the car's...
  13. Hairy Ballbag

    Problems with a4 b5 quattro

    My mates 2.8 sounded rough and it was the clutch release bearing on the way out. I'd go for something gearbox related... although I had an old P100 that only made an awful noise in 5th and it was the hub. Very strange!
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    remote control engine!!

    The offence of leaving you car is called "Quitting" and will land you a £30 fine... This is more for pratts who pop out to the shops, you know, leaving it on Zig Zags with the motor running... I do not know any copper - and I know a lot - who would give you a fine for running your intelli...
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    remote control engine!!

    Cheap ones won't have the 'in gear' safety feature, which Cliffords do. Some have a switch on to chose between Manual and Automatic transmission, which if set correctly also means it won't engage if it's left in gear... I wouldn't bother getting a cheap one for that reason... plus as stated...
  16. Hairy Ballbag

    air bag control unit

    Mine too, just waiting to wire p the computer to it... BRING BACK PROCON-TEN!
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    intresting projects.....

    I've fitted a 2.8 V6 cologne in my P100 pick up truck that's caught out a few kids in their mummys Saxo's! Although that's probably not what you're looking for! Just bought a 2.8 Quattro as my 'sensible car' and am open to ideas...
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    A4 2.8 Quattro 30v - Engine Mods?

    Hi, you probably get this all the time but I've just bought a 2.8 Quattro on an 'R and wondered what mods I can do engine wise? I would like increased BHP / better MPG. Engine is standard but I have just got a K&N induction kit. Has anyone used Irridium plugs? Do they make any difference...