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    Recaros in an S3 8V

    Has anyone fitted Recaros from either the previous S3/RS3 to their S3 8v? https://www.recaro-automotive.com/en/product-areas/original-equipment/products/audi-rs3/audi-rs3.html Or perhaps someone could at least confirm that they will fit, including the wiring for the heated element? Maybe...
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    Facelift Howdy

    I've not posted here for a while (actually never on the A3 subforum), but thought it was about time to join back in with like minded people. Back in the day when I first came to Audi-sport, I had a lowly (albeit tweaked) A4 TQS which I loved. I enjoyed the all weather capability and feeling...
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    S5 V8 tiptronic exhaust query

    Hello folks, Been a while since I posted here, have been lost in the wilderness that is BMWs. I have picked up a nice low mileage V8 S5 from the local Audi dealer. Loving the car but really want to change the exhaust and release some noise. Being a tip, I'm concerned about drone... at the...
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    B5 RS4 seat runners

    Morning folks, Can anyone tell me if the runners in A4/S4/RS4s are identical, also were there any pre/post facelift alterations? Many thanks, N
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    Changing one tyre only

    Guys, I'm looking to replace one of my wheels (incl tyre) with a brand new wheel and tyre. The tyre on the car is about 2 months old and has done about 1000 miles. It will be replaced with the same brand. Does anyone see any problems with this? I don't want to replace tyres on both sides...
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    Rim Job!

    Finally got my new rims on! Initially I wasn't sure I had gone with the right design, but now I'm really happy that I've improved the look of the car and without spending a fortune. Was also worried the ride would be too hard, but if anything it feels better than the 17s - how bizzare. They...
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    Sunday is car washing day.

    Well I managed to find time to wash my poor car today as it badly needed it - ****** birds! Managed to scare the crap out of myself at one point. I was crouching down cleaning under the sil, when suddenly all four windows dropped about 3 inches. I felt like Shia LeBeouf's character in...
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    New wheels time.

    Guys, Im looking to fit some new 18s and have a couple of questions: i) I would prefer 8x18", but would 8.5x18" fit? ii) I have been in touch with SWT (South West Tyres), has anyone used them before? They have a decent range and do decent wheel/tyre packages. iii) Im fairly sure I need...
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    Just Back from JBS!

    Well after a lot of thinking and rethinking and a rather long trek down south and back, the A4 is now sporting a stage 1 chip and a Forge diverter valve - courtesy of the folks at JBS. The change is very obvious - the car seems to run smoother, and the pull through the midrange is very...
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    RAC or AA inspections - Any good?

    Evening Chaps, Just a quick post to see if anyone has any experience of vehicle inspections? Im looking at picking up a second car for the gf (one that I can play with too!), but so far those that looked interesting are miles away. Been looking at high miler S2 Avants, but really want...
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    Big Brakes on QTS - which kit?

    Before I journey further down the road of uprated BHP, I need to get the brakes sorted out. The standard brakes are barely up to job now and with an APR chip looming after xmas, they will be found rather wanting. I'm not looking for anything extreme - the car will never see a track day, just...
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    Obsolete ECU?

    Has anyone heard mention of the ECUs in pre 99 A4s being obsolete? - this is in regards to ECU chipping. Apparently these earlier cars have 44-pin eproms that require removal and fitting of the new chip with the uprated map, however the blank 44-pin eproms are no longer available? Has anyone...
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    Quattro Sport Suspension.

    Evening folks, I'm looking at replacing my suspension and im in a bit of a quandry. I dont want to sacrifice comfort as the roads up here are too bad for that, and I dont want to spend silly amounts of money - so coilovers are out. I have decided I prefer H&R springs, so that bit is done...
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    Big brakes - calipers???

    Evening gents, I've got the option of a cheap set of either new Brembo calipers off a Seat Leon Cupra, or a set off an RS6 (same as the RS4???) I know nothing about this sort of stuff, which would be the easiest to fit to my A4 Qts? I understand any caliper can be made to fit any setup, but...
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    Special Order 220Bhp B5?

    I have seen reference a couple of times now, to a special order B5 A4 1.8T qs with 220Bhp. There even appears to be one on autotrader - Yellow, 2000 mdl for £7995 Does anyone know if Audi ever made such a thing? N
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    K04 Turbo kit for 1.8T engines

    Noticing the posts regarding people looking to increase their A4's power output (supercharging/S4 engine transplants), I wondered if any of the 1.8T crowd had noticed the K04 full kits being offered by Neuspeed in the states? Considering the pound's current high value against the dollar...
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    B5 Alloys upgrade

    Hi there, Im looking to upgrade the alloys on my 99.5 A4 TQ to 18s. Rather than buy aftermarket, I would prefer to fit a set of genuine audi wheels. I have searched and become generally confused as to which 18" alloys from other Audi models will be a straight bolt-on fitment. I know alloys...
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    A4 Quattro S/S Exhaust Options

    Morning all, Im a newbie to this forum although I've been trawling on here for a wee bit. I'm looking for some suggestions on a good S/S exhaust for my 1.8T QS. I was all set on a Milltek, but there seemed to be a lot of threads on here about how bad the fit was and it's put me off. I was...