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    2.0 Tdi 170.. 2010/common Rail Fuel Filter Change!

    Ahh I thought this might be the case, nothing simple these days is there haha. Thanks for all the advice, need to get my hands on VCDS now..
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    2.0 Tdi 170.. 2010/common Rail Fuel Filter Change!

    Hi all, recently purchased the above car after my 2.0fsi decided to finally give up. Giving it a service, using genuine parts, however a little unsure on the fuel filter. I've read various posts on here and on other sites saying you require vag com to prime the fuel filter as the pumps...
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    A3 engine swap advice please

    I was thinking more of buying the 2.0T engine rather than retro-fitting the turbo.. would it bolt right up? with only the ECU needing swapped out? Obviously an intercooler etc. would be required but do you think its more money than its worth? Cheers
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    A3 engine swap advice please

    So as the title suggests I need a new engine. I was travelling down the motorway when the engine died on me - timing belt tensioner gave up causing the belt to snap. Ive been quoted between 2 and 4000 to fix depending on what state the head is in so I intend to swap the engine. Its a 2004 2.0...
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    Big thanks to Nigel (NHN)!

    Not the best of pictures I know! But this was just after I fitted them.. Ill try get a better picture once its all nice and shiny haha! But they make a hell of a difference, especially in person! Alex
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    Big thanks to Nigel (NHN)!

    Been meaning to start a progress thread for absolutely ages and never had a chance! Whilst on the topic - how do you add pictures? Anyway! Nigel managed to get me some MY11 rear lights.. which have probably made the biggest improvement to the car so far as updating it goes. Absolutely first...
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    Engine misfire

    As above, you'll probably notice the engine ''shaking'' on idle as well do you? I also have a 2004 2.0 FSI and my coil packs had the recall out standing - cylinder 2 and 4 failed on me also so speak to audi and they'll check to see if the recall had been carried out, mine was repaired free of...
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    Imola Yellow Roll call

    What wheels are on your yellow S3 mate?
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    A3 S-Line Rear Spoiler

    Had a go at doing this today.. any advice on how to remove the bootlining/trim? Its an absolute b***h to get of by the looks of it!! :/
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    A3 S-Line Rear Spoiler

    thanks for the advice NHN! Are there any tips as to the drilling of the boot-lid? Never really attempted anything like this before on my car so I'm a little apprehensive! Thanks again.
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    RECOMMENDED MECHANIC OR GARAGE CAM BELT & WATER PUMP CHANGE LEEDS AREA

    I've heard York audi is one of the best, not too far from you either! There is a thread somewhere on here regarding dealerships to avoid etc.
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    A3 S-Line Rear Spoiler

    Any advice for fitting these to a non s line car? I believe you have to remove the two lugs but is it possible to bond it using just the double sided tape that comes on them new? Or will I need to use some sort of glue? Thanks.
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    My first post & some progress on my A3 :)

    You got any clear pictures of the car after it was lowered? Interested to see what sort of drop the 35mm springs give!
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    Vinyl wrapped twin grill.

    Heard a lot about the votex products but I can never seem to find where to purchase them.. do you know of any links etc. ?
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    Vinyl wrapped twin grill.

    What spoiler/splitter do you have on your bumper? Finishes it off nicely with the black vinyl wrap and looking to do it myself! Thanks!
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    Rear Bumper Swap

    Would a 2009+ rear bumper, diffuser etc. fit a 2004?
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    strut diameter

    I also would like to know this as I was looking at springs/shocks! I have a 2004 A3 2.0 FSI sport, is this 50 or 55mm? Thanks!
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    Cupra R splitter fitted to S-line bumper

    Sorry to bring an old thread back to life, but I'm currently fitting this to my 04 single grill a3 sport.. can you tell me if it will fit as easily as this has? And what length self tappers are best to use?Thanks guys!
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    Lowering options - just springs or spring/shock combo on sport shocks?

    The blisteins at £600+ are over budget for me unfortunately :/ how old is your car if you don't mind me asking?
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    Lowering options - just springs or spring/shock combo on sport shocks?

    The eibach sportlines do look good, However I don't want to end up paying twice when the shocks go :/