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  1. Paul_c

    How to open the boot with out the key fob?

    Use the button on the drivers door to disable all door locks. Then press the micro switch on the tailgate handle?
  2. Paul_c

    s-line conversion done. And a dash of votex !

    Looking good scottie :icon_thumright: ...i did my sport to s-line conversion in Jan, but i've put off bonding my Votex skirts due to the cold! With it getting warmer now it's on the cards to be done in the next few weeks! How did you get on with the fitting... did you attach something to the...
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    The A3 has a new brother!

    Excellent mate you'll never get tired of it! I waited 7 years to get one and only had mine for 8months but loved every minute of it! Fairly quick beneath 6,000rpm but hitting that V-TEC all the way to 9,000rpm is something special. I sooo wish i could get another.... after owning one nothing...
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    Cost to Facelift my A3 is this right?

    The fog lights are in excess of £60 each. I bought mine new from the bay (£72ish for the pair) not oem tho... I have a sport bumper, grill, fogs and fog covers (complete front end minus the bonnet) i'm about to sell if that helps? It doesn't have washer holes for your Xenons, but i'll check for...
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    S-Line Conversion foglight wiring?

    lol! D'oh... If only i'd known! I've got the repair wires and i've already connected the new foglight plugs to them in advance! Thanks for the confirmation that it doesn't matter which wire... I'll post some pics once i'm done! :yes:
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    S-Line Conversion foglight wiring?

    A question with regards to the wiring connection used in the S-Line bumper conversion. I'm going from Sport to S-Line so i'm using the repair wires to connect the new foglight plugs. Does it mater which way around the 2 cables are connected to the plug.. as in a positive and negative? or does...
  7. Paul_c

    How can i adjust my steering wheel?

    DIY -surely it would be easier to adjust the trackrod ends rather than mess on with an airbag? What ever you turn 'off' one end turn 'on' the other. Either way i'd say a specialist.... If you take it to a tyre place or the like they will sort the alignment for around £30 i'd say.
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    Worst experience ever.

    Holy $h!t! i didn't think you'd see that again mate. I'm over the moon for you! :)
  9. Paul_c

    Brake Disc Change

    I'm in a similar position to you mate. I think the rear are solid and 232mm in diameter and the front are vented 288mm. The same as the 8L i believe?? If it is then a mintex full set is avalible for £115. :eyebrows: I was waiting for somebody to confirm this in another post.... :confused...
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    Mintex Brake Sizes & Fitments

    I have a 2005 1.9TDi sportback (8p).... I need new discs and pads and can this set below from the bay but it's listed as ' A3 hatchback 1.9TDi 97-03 (8L)..... 1 X SET (4) FRONT MINTEX BRAKE PADS - MDB2041 1 X SET (4) MINTEX REAR BRAKE PADS 2 X FRONT VENTED MINTEX BRAKE DISCS -288MM DIAMETER 2...
  11. Paul_c

    Wheel Spacers on the A3

    I'm running a set of 10mm H&R spacers with a 54 offset 18" alloys and Sportline suspension. I removed the screw from the bumper straight away and have not seen any rubbing. On a side note i will be selling the set of 4 H&R spacers inc longer bolts and McGuard locking nuts shortly. Only had them...
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    Wheel offset

    45 offset is fine. The lower the offset the further it will stick out from the centre of the car. So basically the new 18" alloy will sit out 9mm further than the 17" standard. Offset can be personal preference. A high ride height and a low offset can give the impression that the wheels are too...
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    Bye 20Spoke 18's, Hello RS4 Reps?

    I appreciate what your are saying Pete, i'd also read that thread. I'm anything for an easy life so messing on sending wheels back etc would not be good! My main concern was the quality of the wheel... as in getting the best replica possible. I've read about some very poor replicas that don't...
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    Bye 20Spoke 18's, Hello RS4 Reps?

    As the title suggests i'm having to change my beloved OEM: 20 Spoke 18's. It appears one of them has developed a wobble that can't be balanced :bye: I'd looked for a replacement but due to a major service inc the cambelt and water pump change i'll just be changing and intend to sell three of...
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    A3 2004 2.0tdi sport juddery under load

    Thanks for your advice guys... it appear for me there has been two demons at work.... Turns out that alot of the vibration at motorway speed i've been getting was wheel wobble from a rear wheel! Having removed the offending wheel (and fitting the spare... lol) all is well. The judder at low...
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    A3 2004 2.0tdi sport juddery under load

    With it being the same issue as mine I'd be surprised if it was the cam lobes.. I say this because i wouldn't expect mine to be this as i received a new engine under waranty around 16k miles ago. (thats if the camshaft wasn't re-used!?) That said... who knows with Audi! It seems like alot of...
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    A3 2004 2.0tdi sport juddery under load

    Hi Deano, Just so your friend doesn't feel left out i'm experiencing the same problems. :mad: I've got the 1.9TDi engine (only 55k miles but also chipped). The clutch and DMF was only changed a matter of 1000/2000 miles ago but as i said i get the same thing. It only seems to be when revs are...
  18. Paul_c

    170 TDI chrome exhaust tip

    :iagree: I used an angle grinder... It's a bit tricky but just take your time and you'll be right!.
  19. Paul_c

    S-line Fog Light Bulb/Bulb Holder

    Ah... i see :keule: Many thanks Ant! What confused me was the sport foglights have a cover that attaches to the back. These S-line lights just have a hole! Any Recomendations out there? I'm running Phillips Blue Vision headlight and sidelight bulbs... :thumbsup:
  20. Paul_c

    S-line Fog Light Bulb/Bulb Holder

    Hey, quick question... i've just bought a set of s-line fog lights as i'm changing my front bumper from sport to s-line but they aren't OEM so dont have a backing bulb holder / cover(?) Do the bulbs come with the holders as standard and as shown below:- I've got the fog grills and different...