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    Instrument cluster DIS repair panel

    Folks has anyone managed to source a replacement DIS panel for the centre of the instrument cluster that is a direct match for the genuine one? If so could you post up the link to the one you purchased please. I've seen plenty of aftermarket ones fitted that are too bright and the wrong...
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    Coilovers/lowering shocks/springs??

    folks I want to sort the stance out on my s3. Currently stock, however I'd like it to sit 40mm ish lower. On my previous s4 B5 avant I had AP coilovers and the ride was low and comfortable and I was very impressed with them. Now on my S3 I'm tempted to buy them However just wondered how they...
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    S3 with Bose... aftermarket head unit advice

    Folks I appreciate this has been asked before however the Threads are old so I hope new tech will help me out. If I choose to fit an aftermarket DAB stereo with Bluetooth / Aux in etc what do I need to make it function in Harmony with the factory BOSE setup. It's a single din concert...
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    Little Christmas surprise...

    So I've recently picked up my s3 and am over the moon with her... drives amazingly and feels really good in the bends/very tight etc no rattles.. As with all my new cars I send it straight to specialist(RSD Northants) for a full service inc haldex etc and a health check. Luke ran a smoke test...
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    Instrument cluster centre display

    thread revival however I have a couple of questions.. 1. When looking for replacement displays can someone point me towards a link for the best replacement screens available. I've seen a few however they look "too bright" compared to the original. 2. If there is a company that currently...
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    Badger5 TIP advice?

    Hi folks quick question, I noticed on the Badger5 website there are 2 80mm TIPs, the v2.2 and v3? One I see has the billet adaptor and the other is a one piece unit? Do they both perform the same or is the V3 an improvement ? Regards Ben
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    Roof corrosion

    Bit of a thread revival here however Ithought I'd ask.. I'm just about to pick up S3 no3 and cannot wait to start fettling her, however it has a small amount of roof rail corrosion at the rear which I've come to expect on these models. It's nothing that phases me however I was just Wondering...
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    S3 upgrades and reliability

    Evening folks, I am ever closer to being back in an S3 however this time I am not content with just a remapped s3, I would like to "get a bit more out of her". now I am not looking for obscene power however I would like to be looking anywhere between 3-400bhp. I am fully aware that the rods...
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    getting back into an S3 advice please.

    Folks I'm toying with the idea of jumping back into an S3 8L. Currently in a B5 Rs4 (450bhp). I know people will say different league etc however what I would like to know is what can I do to the S3 to bring power levels up so that I won't feel underwhelmed. I've had 2 x s3's prior(both just...
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    TTrS alloy wheel refurb.

    Folks, I have got a nice set of genuine TTRsS alloys. All perfectly straight however could do with a refurb. On two of them the paint is coming off right back to the original alloy material. What is the best way to strip these rims back to bare metal doing the job myself. Ben
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    45mm/40mm suspension drop Picture request please :-)

    Folks I've been offered some koni gold shocks with eibach springs with a 45mm front and 40mm rear drop. Can you post up some ppics of your a3/s3's running a similiar ddrop on coilovers or spring/shock combo's so I can see what she would look like before buying them, cheers Ben
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    S3 headlamp washers not working?

    I've got the same rear washer problem with my s3 as lots of other folks have had, I can now see from the leak the pipe has come apart at the passenger rear of the engine bay. Whilst sourcing this problem I decided to check my headlamp washers. Ignition on and lights on, my screen washers work...
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    how has this not sold yet?

    On the Bay, For the spec and mileage it seems an absolute steal!!!! 2001 AUDI A3 S3 QUATTRO (225) BLACK RECAROS SUNROOF TRACKER CLIFFORD | eBay
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    Anybody running AP coilovers??

    As per title Is anyone running AP coilovers on their S3? I ran them on my s4 and was impressed. They are reasonable money but still wondered how they hold up on the S3?? Cheers Ben
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    MK1 TT suspension, does it fit S3 8L? 40/45mm drop shocks and springs

    Is anyone running shocks/springs on a 45/40mm drop? front and rear respectively I've been offered a decent setup at a good price. The major stumbling block is that they are for a mk1 TT, So first question is will these springs/shocks fit the S3 8L? If you are running a a similiar setup...
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    Badger TIP

    My new tip has just arrived, it is a beast and the quality looks top notch, cannot wait to fit it and hopefully unleash more potential :-D Cheers Bill !!!
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    S3 Christmas Treat..Major service Done

    Picked up my new S3 just over 2 weeks ago and booked her into my local VAG specialists RSD in Daventry Northamptonshire. As with any new car I always have her health checked and Serviced for peace of mind. My new 2001 AMK S3 has just clocked 73k. She's just had Major service including all...
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    Where can I get the lower door moulding for my s3?

    The lower door moulding on my S3 passenger door (bump bar whatever you call it) is damaged and does not mount correctly. Where can I get a replacement one from. It seems to have pulled apart and looks ******..... Cheers Ben
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    S3 Tyre choices, suggestions please!!!!

    I've had a quick search but cannot find an answer. I need a pair of front tyres for my S3, I usually buy 4 however the rears on mine are as new. Fronts that need replacing are the bridgestone potenza's RE's which I've never been a big fan of(too hard compound) The Rear Tyres are Avon ZV5's...