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    Another one flies the nest...

    Hi all. I watched my S3 leave the driveway this morning for the last time. Absolutely gutted but needs must. :sorry:The good news is it's gone to a fellow enthusiast on this forum whom Im sure will be on here at some point to post pictures of his new pride & Joy. (He's got a hell of a drive from...
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    Watching films saved on laptop hard drive on TV?

    Hi all. My sister is wanting some sort of media player that will play movies from her laptop onto her big TV. Ive just had a look round PC world and Im none the wiser to be honest! It doesnt have to be wireless so can anyone give me any suggestions? Thanks!
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    Setting xenon headlight level with Vagcom (8L S3)

    Hi all, ive noticed my headlights seem to be pointing a little further down since having my car lowered (25mm). Ive managed to 'test' the motors using vagcom so the go all the way down, all the way up, and then back to normal mode, but I was just wondering how I can raise the lights permanently...
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    Raising head light levellers

    Since having the car lowered by 25mm my headlights seem to be facing more to the ground than usual. There not aiming right down and both sides are identical in position so im guessing the motors are ok. I read on here somewhere that to properly adjust the headlight levellers you need Vagcom. I...
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    Black Diamond Grooved disc brakes or OEM?

    Hey all, im replacing front discs ands pads in the near future. Ive already decided on the DS2500 pads as they seem to be recommended often on here. But I cant decide on the discs as the Black Diamonds are quite a jump in price from OEM. So what are your thoughts? Does one tend to squeak less...
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    Glens 911

    Spotted you driving southbound on the M1 north of Sheffield - a long way from Northern Scotland mate!
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    Brakes not working whilst engine off?

    Have just noticed this earlier on. Is this always the case? I could have sworn I could move the car and use the brakes without the engine on - now it just rolls down my drive! :think: Also I just put the car in gear, took off the hand brake and let the clutch out (with the engine off obviously)...
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    Billy B8s, H&R Springs & Spacers, Forge Tie Bars & Neuspeed ARBS fitted!

    Just came back from having my new toys fitted from Demon Tweeks, a 6 hour round trip so im pretty shattered! Took the lads at Demon Tweeks over 6 hours to fit it all and get it aligned, but it only cost me £180 all in for fitting, so I cant fault them one bit for the service they provided and...
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    Servicing aftermarket panel filter

    I've had my Pipercross panel filter in for about 7k miles now, and was just wondering how people go about keeping them clean? And how regularly should I clean it? Thanks
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    Phatnoise with Symphony HU

    Hi all, im hopefully fitting a Phatbox system tonight, I was just wondering will my in-dash multichanger still work with the Phatbox installed? Its not a massive issue but it'd be nice if it still worked!
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    Neuspeed 19mm Rear ARB for Audi TT

    Im sure ive heard somewhere on here that this part will fit no problem onto the 8L S3. Does anyone actually have one of these fitted to confirm it fits ok? Pointless buying one otherwise! Thanks.
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    Recommended garages for fitting new suspension

    Hi all. Im about to take the plunge and order new dampers, springs, ARBs, spacers and adjustable tie arms for my S3. Obviously this is going to cost a small fortune and im just wondering if anyone can recommend any garages to fit it all? Im based in the northeast of England so the closer the...
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    Squeaky springs

    Hi all, Ive just had both rear springs replaced with identical OEM ones a few days ago, and after 100 miles the N/S one has developed a loud squeak when going over bumps. Im aware that new springs need time to 'settle' so I was just wondering how long I should leave it before I ring the garage...
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    For Sale: Genuine Audi 17" Avus Alloy Wheels & Tyres

    Apologies for not putting this in the relevant classified section, I have tried listing them in there twice with no joy, possibly due to the server problems lately. Im selling my genuine Audi S3 alloy wheels with Pirelli P6000 Tyres. The tyres are road legal but would need changing soon...
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    Genuine 18" Audi RSTT alloy wheels

    Hi all, I know some of you may not check out the wanted section that often, so I thought Id stick a cheeky post in this section :whistle2: http://audi-sport.net/classifieds/showproduct.php?product=3245 Thanks:icon_thumright:
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    Replacing N249 valve: Cost?

    As title really, I have had this fault coming up on Vagcom for sometime, the car has been running perfectly but now im getting a slight hesitation when slowly accelerating when the engine hasnt yet warmed up. Just wondering if anyone has had this replaced and if so how much am I looking at...
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    Please help me decide on which alloys

    Ive been trying to work out which rims will look best on my Dolphin grey S3, on standard suspension, so I thought Id ask you lot what your opinion is! My first choice would be the 18 inch LM's (Likely to be reps due to cost) These defintitely look the part but I fear they may look daft on...
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    Dashboard illumination light out

    Hi all, one of the red lights that light up my headlights control switch (to the right of the steering wheel) has gone out, so that at night when I turn the lights on only one side of the switch is illuminated red. Does anyone know if this an easy fix? Thanks :icon_thumright:
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    Advice on cleaning piano black wood trim

    Hi im starting to get some fine scratches on my piano trim in my 8L S3, especially around the gear stick. I was just wondering what the experts use to keep their trim looking tip top?
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    Time for a remamp - CC, Revo, APR or other???

    First of all apologies for starting another ****** remap thread! Im taking the plunge and getting my S3 remapped. My Dad is also getting 06 A3 1.9TDi Sport 105ps done at the same time, hopefully so we get some form of discount. Im a bit put off by Revo as from what ive heard theyre pretty...