What Did You Do To Your Avant Today?

[makisupa]

I might start bulid thread just short on time. Im happy to anwser to all questions

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Please take your time, but we need more info. Lots more. That is one amazing avant!

[larry_fopps]

Added bluetooth capability to my factory radio for $12.


https://youtu.be/WNfKokHkfgE

[AsifAvant]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170930/cb052f6d803b938af556d43df3b14079.jpg

Home Depot Run.


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[CONative]

Parked it next to a RS5https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171002/39c8d52d69826fd0e07673c952b035ba.jpg


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[dufferdude]

Installed my CF pieces I recieved today from oCarbon. Great look, great fit. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171007/0f4f40996249331263a886babbcfb663.jpg

[b-thumper]

Nogaro rear seats. Next up, front seats and door cards.

https://flic.kr/p/ZgheVt




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[oatzel]

Got it back after 5 days at the dealer. 35k service and then they had to track down a noise and get audi authorization to fix it since car wasn't throwing any codes. Luckily I had recorded the noise to show them because at first they couldn't recreate it.
Turned out to be the auxiliary coolant pump


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[sferraro]

Finally got around to snapping a few photos of the piano black trim I recently installed in my allroad in place of the fine grain ash natural brown wood inlays and trim. The piano black MMI and instrument surround was already installed in the car.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4474/37402414400_0f4451cf69_z.jpg

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4486/37402414520_9c9d88e462_z.jpg

[makisupa]

Finally got around to snapping a few photos of the piano black trim I recently installed in my allroad in place of the fine grain ash natural brown wood inlays and trim. The piano black MMI and instrument surround was already installed in the car

Nice touch. Looks clean and classy. I went with carbon atlas in the end, but my 2 other top picks were brushed aluminum or piano black.

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[sferraro]

Nice touch. Looks clean and classy. I went with carbon atlas in the end, but my 2 other top picks were brushed aluminum or piano black.

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Can't go wrong with carbon atlas or piano black in my opinion. Both look great.

[AUDacIouS4]

Nice touch. Looks clean and classy. I went with carbon atlas in the end, but my 2 other top picks were brushed aluminum or piano black.

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Where did you source yours From? EBay? OEM?

What Flat Bottom steering Wheel did you use? I know a lot of people have bought from that polish seller on EBay selling refurbished ones.

[dufferdude]

Where did you source yours From? EBay? OEM?

What Flat Bottom steering Wheel did you use? I know a lot of people have bought from that polish seller on EBay selling refurbished ones.I bought one from that guy. He spray painted it black. Wtf really? Not the steering wheel part but the rest of it. It smelled as soon as I opened the box. Be careful.

[skifreak85353]

Slapped some super sweet (and bright) yellow LED fogs on ‘er tonight.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171015/0b650730333dab5ad3aedf8d74793d2c.jpg
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[makisupa]

Where did you source yours From? EBay? OEM?

What Flat Bottom steering Wheel did you use? I know a lot of people have bought from that polish seller on EBay selling refurbished ones.

I sourced both the trim and the fbsw from the forum. The trim is OEM out of a totalled S4. The fbsw is an S Line with perforated air leather. Came out of a members S4 he upgraded. It was the first thing I purchased for the AR. Missed the fbsw from my mk6 R too much, needed it!

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[europaisch]

Sold it today. Farewall avant community.

https://s20.postimg.org/elpuhak4t/IMG_1206.jpg

[oatzel]

Sold it today. Farewall avant community.

https://s20.postimg.org/elpuhak4t/IMG_1206.jpg

pretty car (reminds me of my b7). FWIW, I returned to the avant community after about 4.5 years so hopefully you'll be back

[AUDacIouS4]

Installed rear S4 brakes/ cut dust shield/ installed front Porsche Macan brake ductshttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171019/a095158acc3cff587683cf56dc2ed9d5.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171019/09a738f19e16cb7c0351ff070d45caa1.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171019/21cad60d84ea8682661202933f87d318.jpg

[novasteve]

Slapped some super sweet (and bright) yellow LED fogs on ‘er tonight.
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What bulbs? Linky??


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[Blur2u]

Wheel swap to something more meaty.

http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/500/BBS_CH-R1.jpg

http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/500/Babes.jpg

[skifreak85353]

What bulbs? Linky??


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These lil guys iJDMTOY (2) Super Bright 3000K Yellow 40W H11 H8 COB LED Conversion Kit For Fog Lights or Headlights https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0124ZIICU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_neD6zbKCWY0QH

Pretty happy with them after a week. Much brighter, and look pretty cool.


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[Preboss]

Saw a very nice red RS5 the other day with the white letter tires . I personally love that look . Maybe I am just old.. my mustang has always had bfg rwl tires. So I bought the kit from tire stickers .com
Some will hate it I am sure . I think it looks good . The silver/ platinum interior helps set off. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171022/4df280ee841dabba38a6422e6f065cbb.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171022/23f0940358e09432b87a4683c4bc1852.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171022/ebd0362d7215df1c40e5adcac93c9eed.jpg

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[Allthea]

I dig it. It looks right when the tire has enough meat.

[Butler230]

I loaded the car onto the transporter last night and shipped it out to Spokane, WA to the new owner. I'm sad to see it go, but glad to know it is going to another Audizine member and someone who is going to enjoy it as much as I did.

I'll be posting a few items I have left in the next day or two so you haven't gotten rid of me just yet.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4476/37191282564_1ba77666f9_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/YEt3zJ)IMG_2148 (https://flic.kr/p/YEt3zJ) by Shane Elsbury (https://www.flickr.com/photos/151155722@N05/), on Flickr

[chip_]

Glad you got it sold and glad it went to a forum member. Closer to my neck of the woods now maybe I will see it in person one day.

[oatzel]

Plastidipped my plate holder and center bar in my grille. Subtle but I like it better


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[chip_]

Plastidipped my plate holder and center bar in my grille. Subtle but I like it better


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PICS

[oatzel]

PICS

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171027/079e239cf40d591652e736bd36639375.jpg

Not the best pic but you get the idea


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[ians]

Wheel swap to something more meaty.

http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/500/BBS_CH-R1.jpg

http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/500/Babes.jpg

CH-R matching our car perfectly! But I am bias LOL

[mdot1203]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171028/865e571c27c8e5aa706861dbc9fab20b.jpg

I packed this IKEA table/cart in the back. Lol. I love when this car even surprises me. I thought I was going to have it hanging out the back [emoji28][emoji1419]


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[sferraro]

Installed OEM 20x8.5 et43 S6 Black Optic wheels and H&R TRAK+ DRA Series 25mm spacers.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4489/24150620908_661f640066_c.jpg

[txpd]

Saw a very nice red RS5 the other day with the white letter tires . I personally love that look . Maybe I am just old.. my mustang has always had bfg rwl tires. So I bought the kit from tire stickers .com
Some will hate it I am sure . I think it looks good . The silver/ platinum interior helps set off.

Hate is a strong word. I do, however, race cars and have a policy. Nobody gets on my race car without bringing something to the project. Money or product or something of value. Helping Michelin sell tires when they don't provide you discount or services in return is giving them what they don't need. Help selling their tires.

[Preboss]

Hate is a strong word. I do, however, race cars and have a policy. Nobody gets on my race car without bringing something to the project. Money or product or something of value. Helping Michelin sell tires when they don't provide you discount or services in return is giving them what they don't need. Help selling their tires.
I didn't really look at it like that. Point taken. A good one at that.
I am not a race car driver just an old gear head .
I have always liked that look of the larger white letter tires on certain cars. For instance the big lettered Goodyear wlt on a 427 cobra. Or the smaller wlt Goodyear polyglass tires on 69 boss 429, 70 big block cuda..
To me it's a look. No more no less.


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[Dusty Mauve]

Dang, that looks good sferraro!
Lovely OEM+ look.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1600x1200q90/924/Oby8C6.jpg
Took mine for a little drive today. Winter is coming [>_<]

[sferraro]

Dang, that looks good sferraro!
Lovely OEM+ look.

http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1600x1200q90/924/Oby8C6.jpg
Took mine for a little drive today. Winter is coming [>_<]

Thanks, man. Love yours as well. Your photos are always perfect.

[DownhillA4]

Finally bought an Avant to keep my sedan company!

https://ep1.pinkbike.org/p5pb15320116/p5pb15320116.jpg

Also made @dustymauve my desktop background

[makisupa]

Installed OEM 20x8.5 et43 S6 Black Optic wheels and H&R TRAK+ DRA Series 25mm spacers.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4489/24150620908_661f640066_c.jpg
Looking real good.

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[CONative]

Added an Inno Shadow 15.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171031/770cc5adbf3f293926ab124d45867d06.jpg


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[Preboss]

Added an Inno Shadow 15.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171031/770cc5adbf3f293926ab124d45867d06.jpg


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Looks awesome.
Bummed I missed the last run .

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[mdot1203]

Technically two days ago but didn't post on here. Installed Red Tops and car is running much better.
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[weverb]

Installed the following:

1. GFB DV+ diverter valve

2. 034 HFC
https://i.imgur.com/R5tJXYd.jpg

3. ECS front mount and piping kit
https://i.imgur.com/c4uWR0N.jpg

4. Unitronic Stage 2 tune

[:D]

[DetailScience]

Took the Scuba for a dive.

http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t455/JBurgmaier/Audi%20Allroad%20Build/5F006053-ADB1-45F9-B8A9-3D8D8FECDCDC.jpg

[Blur2u]

Got it a matching box..

http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/594/medium/1260.jpg (http://www.audizine.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=89608&title=ar1&cat=594)

http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/594/medium/3125.jpg (http://www.audizine.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=89609&title=3125&cat=594)

[Allthea]

Is that the new Thule Motion XT Alpine? I also have a white AR (2015) and have the page open to buy once I get my bars...

What racks are you running it on?

[Blur2u]

Is that the new Thule Motion XT Alpine? I also have a white AR (2015) and have the page open to buy once I get my bars...

What racks are you running it on?

Yes that's correct, it's the new Thule Motion XT alpine, i'm using the Thule aeroblade edge bars on it. I haven't tried the moonroof to see if it will contact the bars or clamps.

Just a warning the Box is a little long, so when you open the trunk it will contact the back part of the box. I guess it's fine as long as you don't swing the trunk up at full force.

[Allthea]

I'm picking up some AeroBlade Edge bars tonight. Given it's an automatic trunk it'll bump it. I know there's a way to set the maximum height on it, though, so I guess I could set it down a little bit.

I'll be interested to hear if the clamping system gets in the way of the moonroof. I use mine frequently, but I guess more so in the summer.

[AudiC5S6]

Drove it
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[DownhillA4]

Made a a 164k mileage car look brand new with my buddy! Owe him a lot teaching me the new tricks of detailing. Adams products, FTW.

https://ep1.pinkbike.org/p5pb15360110/p5pb15360110.jpg

[egkrezz]

Made a a 164k mileage car look brand new with my buddy! Owe him a lot teaching me the new tricks of detailing. Adams products, FTW.

https://ep1.pinkbike.org/p5pb15360110/p5pb15360110.jpg

What process or tricks did you use to make it look so good? Looks great man

[PaperToast]

3rd TB job getting done on mine
leaving on a 1200+ mile trip this weekend, taking the ar to the moon

[egkrezz]

/Users/evankressly/Desktop/23561513_10155980328057878_3059459632662251788_n.j pg

[egkrezz]

https://www.facebook.com/ccamotorsport/photos/pcb.10155980328247878/10155980327932878/?type=3&theaterhttps://www.facebook.com/ccamotorsport/photos/pcb.10155980328247878/10155980327612878/?type=3&theaterhttps://www.facebook.com/ccamotorsport/photos/pcb.10155980328247878/10155980328057878/?type=3&theater

[skifreak85353]

Busy week! A couple Carista customizations.

New Stasis rear sway bar. Doesn’t look very substantial in the pic but a noticeable change in handling.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171119/9150066d7e2f16a09762e24fc086be34.jpg

Major detail before winter comes

Before
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After
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[chip_]

Winter wheel Prep. Winter set is going on later this week.

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Allroad/i-T33XHQz/0/e0001004/XL/IMG_4441-XL.jpg

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Allroad/i-3pjTWWJ/0/1363b9cc/XL/IMG_4454-XL.jpg


and car wash


https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Allroad/i-fk2kDK8/0/e7592b9b/XL/IMG_4446-XL.jpg

[egkrezz]

Busy week! A couple Carista customizations.

New Stasis rear sway bar. Doesn’t look very substantial in the pic but a noticeable change in handling.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171119/9150066d7e2f16a09762e24fc086be34.jpg

Major detail before winter comes

Before
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171119/8776980b653fdae1f54e4c15db68cf82.jpg

After
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171119/821acc327c7f10f1e7ac1e7b018ac336.jpg

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171119/c5e357a7ef0fab15e99ca6968cff9944.jpg

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171119/d17040af81e40a818595feaf36376a99.jpg

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What materials/equipment did you use? Looks awesome

[skifreak85353]

Thanks. Wish I could take credit. https://www.daccustomdetailing.com did all the work. He had a whole host of potions and tools. I believe the sealant/coating is gtechniq’s 2 year coating. He also had a couple power tools and some very tedious looking touch up tools. Very impressed. He also did our ‘09 XC90. Pic is a little dressed up but very far from the truth.

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[DownhillA4]

What process or tricks did you use to make it look so good? Looks great man

Adams Polishes. Orange, Blue, White Pad with Rupes machine. Finished with Paint Sealant.

[papadelogan]

Technically two days ago but didn't post on here. Installed Red Tops and car is running much better.
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Lookin' purdy!!! Would you mind posting the part# and where you bought them? I think my coils need some refreshing. I washed her up on Sunday but really need to find a good detailer so I can line them up for a full paint correction/polish come Spring.

[noah_wagonsonly]

I switched to the dark side and bagged my wagon, but I guess the dark side looks great on it so I’m okay with this..

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[AudiC5S6]

I switched to the dark side and bagged my wagon, but I guess the dark side looks great on it so I’m okay with this..

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Gorgeous


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[happy2B5]

Nothing special but at least accomplished. Replaced rear hatch struts (easiest fix to date) and replaced broken inner headlight locator tab on radiator support (major pita!), but very much worth it to not have my headlight shaking and flickering.

Also replaced passenger front wheel bearing earlier in week. Been driving around with it howling at me for much longer than I care to admit. Way beyond time to replace. allroad is smooth and quiet again [emoji106]

[chip_]

Winter wheels, alignment.

https://photos.smugmug.com/Cars/Allroad/i-RQ6vhR4/0/d5296608/XL/IMG_4481-XL.jpg

[oatzel]

Polished and waxed it. At some point I'm going to have to get a full paint correction but it looks decent. Previous owner didn't do at good job of taking care of the paint. At all.

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[Novarider]

Lookin' purdy!!! Would you mind posting the part# and where you bought them? I think my coils need some refreshing. I washed her up on Sunday but really need to find a good detailer so I can line them up for a full paint correction/polish come Spring.

I just ordered a set from fcpeuro they have a lifetime warranty on EVERYTHING they sell. Including oil, brake pads, plugs, coils etc. If it ever wears out they replace it for free. They will even replace the oil when you do an oil change.

[skifreak85353]

Slapped this bad boy on today!! https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171129/46f2bb18cb1debcc300936d2666c8e16.jpg


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[Allthea]

no pics, but bought some parts for it. Spring is coming... and it'll be time to get low.

[19jdog]

Went from 255 30 20 to 255 35 20. Needed all season tires for this upcoming snowboarding season https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171202/a0d6ffaa939a2d466b40f1ca0bfe7e87.jpg

[skifreak85353]

Winter wheels are ready! Anthracite plasti-dip + glossifier came out wonderfully, especially for the price.
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[PNWUSP]

Winter wheels are ready! Anthracite plasti-dip + glossifier came out wonderfully, especially for the price.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171202/86ea5fb1f839058801a9a841337155c6.jpg


Looks Great! Same combo I used on my peelers, now if they just hold up. :)

[chip_]

Slapped this bad boy on today!! https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171129/46f2bb18cb1debcc300936d2666c8e16.jpg
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I put mine in on Sunday. No room to test it out on my way to work. Hopefully on the way home I can.

[tigger_78]

Winter wheels are ready! Anthracite plasti-dip + glossifier came out wonderfully, especially for the price.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171202/86ea5fb1f839058801a9a841337155c6.jpg


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkDid you get the supplies from dipyourcar? How many cans of plastidip and glossifier did you end up using?I was thinking of doing this on my winter RS4 reps. Your results look great and might just be what I needed to pull the trigger.

[PNWUSP]

Did you get the supplies from dipyourcar? How many cans of plastidip and glossifier did you end up using?I was thinking of doing this on my winter RS4 reps. Your results look great and might just be what I needed to pull the trigger.

I ordered from DYC and used 1 1/4 can of graphite per wheel doing it with the wheels off. On the glossifier I just did the outside of the wheels. They send you ample cans of both in the kit I had 1 can of Graphite and 1 can of gloss left.

[skifreak85353]

Yes, I ordered from DYC. I used three cans of the dip, but probably should have used them all. One coat of glossifier. Pretty simple just be sure to watch plenty of videos. I also did it with the wheels off. First coat should be very very light. After that, lay down nice and even “wet coats ”. I also sprung for the little contraption that lets you hold the can like a gun. Far more comfortable. Also, I did it when it was kind of cold outside. Expect longer dry times. Make sure you warm the cans up in hot water so they spray nice and even.


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[skifreak85353]

Winter killing mode conversion has begun. Crossbars and winter wheels and tires - check!
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[skifreak85353]

And conversion is complete. Skybox 18 saddled up. Anyone have ideas on how to keep the nose from pitching upwards?
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[Charles.waite]

Shims on the rear? Audi made the b8 roofs slope downward toward the rear, it’s even worse on the q5.

[AUDacIouS4]

And conversion is complete. Skybox 18 saddled up. Anyone have ideas on how to keep the nose from pitching upwards?
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I just slide my crossbars forward a few inches until the box sits how I want it.

[skifreak85353]

Shims on the rear? Audi made the b8 roofs slope downward toward the rear, it’s even worse on the q5.

Yeah I hate it. So bad on the Q5. Do you know of someone who manufactures shims or are suggesting fashioning some on my own? Been scratching my head on how to pull that off.


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[skifreak85353]

I just slide my crossbars forward a few inches until the box sits how I want it.

Where do you place yours? My front bar is 9mm forward of the front tower thing connecting the rail to the roof. Rear bar is up against the rear tower thing. I’m sure there’s a more tech description...


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[PNWUSP]

Sold this, it's been a great ride...https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171210/3160caff0bc15fc45a0f1c3a817004ff.jpg
Picked up this, needs to be dropped at minimum
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[PaperToast]

finally gave quadzilla a proper wash and wax
lets just say it had been a while . . . a very long while . . .

[weverb]

My first interior modification! Moor brown fbsw with extended paddles. Now I just need help with activation coding. Wink Wink Nudge Nudge Layd Dly! [:D]

https://i.imgur.com/Dz6QpPp.jpg

[Allthea]

Where'd you pick up the wheel?

[Cousinphil]

And conversion is complete. Skybox 18 saddled up. Anyone have ideas on how to keep the nose from pitching upwards?
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171209/0423cb92242ce6c4b5927fb9c37335c8.jpg

Looks like a mean winter machine. How is that baby in snow? Coming down out of the mountains?

[skifreak85353]

Looks like a mean winter machine. How is that baby in snow? Coming down out of the mountains?

Thanks! TBD this was at a gas station near my parents’ in Maryland. As snowy as it looks nothing stuck. Rolling to Stowe next weekend, hoping to stretch her legs then!


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[skifreak85353]

For what it’s worth, she was unstoppable on my parents’ driveway [emoji51]
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[sferraro]

And conversion is complete. Skybox 18 saddled up. Anyone have ideas on how to keep the nose from pitching upwards?
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171209/0423cb92242ce6c4b5927fb9c37335c8.jpg


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I'm liking the dark peelers with your color combo - looks good. As far as the box, the farther forward you move your cross bars, the more it should help with the reverse rake of your roof box.

[skifreak85353]

Hmmm I guess I’ll play it with some. The front bar feels really far forward already. It’d be great if I didn’t have to move the box forward anymore, feel like that would look even more goofy. I like the box pushed as far back on the roof.


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[weverb]

Where'd you pick up the wheel?

First found it on Ebay but ordered it from their website.

[valet]

drove over 900 miles today to get b5 s4 interior and corrado eurobelt setup and ticked over past 100k on the allroad today
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Also got to watch a crazy sunset due to socal fires
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[skifreak85353]

Has anyone played with different model cross bars between the front and the rear? Thinking that getting a taller crossbar for the rear might do the job of eliminating the reverse rake im seeing with the box on my allroad. Thoughts?


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[PaperToast]

replaced the fog lights
nice to have clear glass

[oatzel]

Finally received my fbsw. Can't wait to install. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171218/002f49ff016323c64a092b862714f3ba.jpg

And installed it
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[S-Liner]

^^ man, I’m sooo envious...

I drove my Avant to work this morning, noticed a clunking sound up front and then a pop as I was turning left while accelerating—assuming that shit’s not good.


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[D's Avant]

^^ man, I’m sooo envious...

I drove my Avant to work this morning, noticed a clunking sound up front and then a pop as I was turning left while accelerating—assuming that shit’s not good.


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Check the front sway bar end links...


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[Allthea]

Finally put in the all weather mats that have been sitting in the back of the wagon for a couple months. Starting to get regular snow up here so it's time.

Also broke the little clip that holds the sun visor in place. I didn't even return it to stowed position all that aggressively. I wonder if that's covered under my CPO

[dropshadow]

Also broke the little clip that holds the sun visor in place. I didn't even return it to stowed position all that aggressively. I wonder if that's covered under my CPO

If you're lucky you might get it covered by CPO, otherwise it's about $40 through the dealership, but don't buy it there. You can find them a lot cheaper online.

[Charles.waite]

Loaded her up:

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Some Michelin Pilot Alpin PA2s with plenty of life left. Just need some 17" wheels to put them on, but working on that...

My daughter was clearly overcome with excitement.

[mdot1203]

Changed the front brakes and discovered more things that need fixing [emoji849]


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[Allthea]

@oatzel was swapping the airbag easy? Did it require using VAGCOM?

[oatzel]

@oatzel was swapping the airbag easy? Did it require using VAGCOM?

It hurt my fingers getting it off but was pretty straightforward. Definitely easier once you've done it once. Then there are just two connectors to disconnect. Check out the diy in the b8 forum or watch a couple of videos on youtube. I didn't need to Vagcom anything since the new wheel had all the same functions/buttons as my original wheel


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[BIG_ROOSTER]

Finally received my fbsw. Can't wait to install. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171218/002f49ff016323c64a092b862714f3ba.jpg

And installed it
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I have the same wheel in my allroad


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[BeerBrent]

Installed the CR-15 upper strut tower brace yesterday. Happy with the results, especially for only $135.

[larry_fopps]

Sent It.


https://youtu.be/LHJUSNG8JMc

[chip_]

Installed the CR-15 upper strut tower brace yesterday. Happy with the results, especially for only $135.

Easy install and worth the $!

[CAWagon]

S4 mirror caps and DavidB8’s door lock upgrade. Only broke one mirror.

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[BIG_ROOSTER]

Had apr stage 2 installed with apr hfc and resonated downpipe on my allroad. Why did I wait so long.


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[tigger_78]

Recent "cold" (for the west coast) weather made me replace the battery and hood strut. Took 30 min for the battery and 5 min for the strut. The battery was on its last legs, with next to no reserve power and struggling to start the car on recent colder mornings even though it is garaged. Strut went from working fine to not at all which is a bit weird. Glad it didn't fail with my head under the hood!

[oatzel]

Had my Aux heater recall performed. And got flagged TD1 [=(]

[Fantasiamon]

Had my Aux heater recall performed. And got flagged TD1 [=(]

Bonus points


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[Killerboots]

Had my Aux heater recall performed. And got flagged TD1 [=(]

Received my letter too, I need to do this eventually I guess. Were you flagged from a software tune or a visual check? Was this new recall just a hardware swap? I had the original software recall performed last summer and that wiped my tune. TD1FORLIFE

[tankdeer]

Good ol' AoA illegally voiding people's warranties

[oatzel]

Received my letter too, I need to do this eventually I guess. Were you flagged from a software tune or a visual check? Was this new recall just a hardware swap? I had the original software recall performed last summer and that wiped my tune. TD1FORLIFE

Software tune. It's not in my sig, but I have an APR tune (guess I can add it now). Apparently Audi actually flagged it after I had them replace my secondary water pump back in October (dealer had to send them a scan because it wasn't throwing codes and problem was intermittent). New pump was making the same noise so I had them also look at it which is when they told me I was TD1. First one they covered, but this one was out of pocket. Talked to the service manager and he legitimately seemed upset that I got flagged, but oh well, it is what it is. He cut me a bit of a deal on the new pump so i had them go ahead and replace it.

As for the recall, it was just a hardware swap (believe my car had the software update previously before I was the owner), so my tune was fine.

[oatzel]

Bonus points


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definitely made my day

[Allthea]

wait, they put you out of warranty for a bad water pump because of an engine tune?

[Charles.waite]

Yea that’s horseshit.

[BIG_ROOSTER]

wait, they put you out of warranty for a bad water pump because of an engine tune?

They put him out of warranty for bringing a tuned car to the dealership.


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[Allthea]

I understand he's denied for warranty because of having a tuned car (engine). My disbelief, or question, is that they're denying warranty on a water pump replacement because the engine is tuned. I would have thought they would only deny warranty to the engine due to an engine tune, or suspension due to suspension being modified, etc. Meaning, they deny warranty only on the part that was modified, not the entire car.

To give a more obvious example, it's like saying they deny warranty on your seat heater because your engine is tuned.

[tankdeer]

If only there was a law in place to protect consumers that specifically states a warranty cannot be voided by a modification unless it's proven that the modification is what caused the failure. Oh wait.....

[Charles.waite]

Nah. Consumers are dumb and consumer protection laws stifle innovation. Make America Grate Again!

[BIG_ROOSTER]

Denied warranty or not I was only stating what many others have. If you take a tuned car to Audi and they hook the computer up. The computer is recognizing the tune and flagging the car.


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[larry_fopps]

Not yesterday, but I don't think I ever shared this. Added Bluetooth Capability in the b6.


https://youtu.be/3_HhryC9oa0

[oatzel]

wait, they put you out of warranty for a bad water pump because of an engine tune?

Aux water pump. Yeah. They are claiming the tune is making it run longer because the turbo runs hotter. I do think it is BS. Need to read my warranty book. I think I'm forced to arbitrate with them. Might also check out the FTC and see how hard it is to file a complaint. BMW/Mini got dinged by the FTC several years ago for voiding warranties for people that changed parts or didn't have work done at the dealer.

[tankdeer]

Denied warranty or not I was only stating what many others have. If you take a tuned car to Audi and they hook the computer up. The computer is recognizing the tune and flagging the car.


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Yes, and breaking the law. Fight that shit. This is what class action lawsuits are for

[Charles.waite]

On one hand I can see why the extra heat could overwork it. But I can see plenty of other thinks that could cause overheating and excess heat pump operation on a totally stock engine.

It seems pretty damn flimsy on the dealer. I get that you could fry a piston or damage engine internals when tuned, but some random accessory? Yea I don’t see it.

[Killerboots]

Aux water pump. Yeah. They are claiming the tune is making it run longer because the turbo runs hotter. I do think it is BS. Need to read my warranty book. I think I'm forced to arbitrate with them. Might also check out the FTC and see how hard it is to file a complaint. BMW/Mini got dinged by the FTC several years ago for voiding warranties for people that changed parts or didn't have work done at the dealer.

That really sucks man! I’d write a letter to AoA and see if they’ll get involved. Total bollocks!

[tankdeer]

On one hand I can see why the extra heat could overwork it. But I can see plenty of other thinks that could cause overheating and excess heat pump operation on a totally stock engine.

It seems pretty damn flimsy on the dealer. I get that you could fry a piston or damage engine internals when tuned, but some random accessory? Yea I don’t see it.

Plus laws are about proof, not speculation.

[Charles.waite]

Yea. Its shitty they can unilaterally revoke a warranty on a whole slew of components without any sort of arbitration or investigation or even any proof on their part other than “your ECU has been flashed by a third party”. Definitely verges on the illegal IMO.

It’s like curbing your wheels and having the DOL brand your car as a salvage title.

[tankdeer]

It's not verging on illegal. It is illegal. They are banking on the fact that nobody is going to call them out on it. And clearly it's working

[dropshadow]

People love to cry Magnusson-Moss, but it's actually really easy: Audi is offering a warranty provided that you operate the vehicle within the specifications they designed it to operate. If you modify it to operate outside of those specifications, you've broken your end of the warranty agreement. No, it's not illegal for them to void your warranty if you modify your car. Sorry, it's just not.

Simply put: You can have a tune or a warranty but not both. Pay to play.

[oatzel]

That really sucks man! I’d write a letter to AoA and see if they’ll get involved. Total bollocks!

It was AoA that flagged it not the dealer. The dealer frankly was fine with it but once AoA flags it the dealer's hands are tied.

I'm a big boy and can live without the warranty, but I don't necessarily agree with the blanket voiding of the warranty and don't think it's as cut and dry as dropshadow makes it out to be.

As I said I will think about it and look at my options.


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[Fantasiamon]

If only there was a law in place to protect consumers that specifically states a warranty cannot be voided by a modification unless it's proven that the modification is what caused the failure. Oh wait.....

“You get a TD1, and you get a TD1, and you get a TD1.......”.


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[tankdeer]

Audi is offering a warranty provided that you operate the vehicle within the specifications they designed it to operate

Does the warranty fine print actually say that, or is that just assumed? My biggest issue is with the blanket void, which is what Magnusson-Moss is supposed to protect against. A tune didn't make your seat heaters fry. It didn't fuck up your headlight auto level. It didn't break _____. If you blew a turbo because your tune requested too much boost, of course it's not AoA's job to cover it. But that's the point, cause and effect. If the tune is not the cause of the failure then it should be replaced. I think too many people are just accepting it and not fighting because they don't think it's worth their time/effort/money. But I wish more people would as I feel most people are getting screwed by it

[tankdeer]

I'm a big boy and can live without the warranty, but I don't necessarily agree with the blanket voiding of the warranty and don't think it's as cut and dry as dropshadow makes it out to be.

Exactly. Personally I think most people put too much stock into a warranty, and most of us are more than capable of fixing things ourselves. But if you have it then it's nice to have the option to use it if you wish. Especially for chronic issues

[Charles.waite]

I have never had a warranty except on my q5 and I treat it as a security blanket and it makes the wife feel more comfortable spending the amount of money we did on it. My b6 and b7 had/have no warranties whatsoever. Frankly I think they’re sorta pointless if you know how to turn wrenches but that’s me.

I think recalls and extended warranites (Audi’s version of a recall) on specific manufacturer defects like cam followers on the b7 are absolutely necessary and manufacturers need to be held accountable for design/manufacturing defects.

I still think the TD1 shenanigans are shady and there should be ample recourse for the consumer to dispute the designation when its used as a reason to deny warranty claims.

[dropshadow]

Does the warranty fine print actually say that, or is that just assumed? My biggest issue is with the blanket void, which is what Magnusson-Moss is supposed to protect against. A tune didn't make your seat heaters fry. It didn't fuck up your headlight auto level. It didn't break _____. If you blew a turbo because your tune requested too much boost, of course it's not AoA's job to cover it. But that's the point, cause and effect. If the tune is not the cause of the failure then it should be replaced. I think too many people are just accepting it and not fighting because they don't think it's worth their time/effort/money. But I wish more people would as I feel most people are getting screwed by it

A TD1 flag voids your powertrain warranty, not your bumper-to-bumper coverage.

Where it gets messy is when a dealer manually flags your car TD1 because you replaced your stock suspension with coilovers. Audi's scan tool automatically flags a car when it's scanned and detects an ECU tune, that's out of the dealer's control. If a dealer manually flags you, that's a dealer being shitty.

[Charles.waite]

A TD1 flag voids your powertrain warranty, not your bumper-to-bumper coverage.

I assume he’s aware of that but his example sorta makes me think otherwise (Pat, you’re a dummy!).

However voiding the ENTIRE Powertrain warranty due to an ECU tune? I think they need to be very specific about, and should prove in court, which components are subject to undue wear because of the chip.

And Auxiliary water pump really doesn’t seem like something that is going to suffer because you have 20% more power than stock...

[tankdeer]

I assume he’s aware of that but his example sorta makes me think otherwise (Pat, you’re a dummy!).
I suspected as much, but was also partially being facetious. Like you, never had a warranty on the B7 plus that was pre-TD1 days


However voiding the ENTIRE Powertrain warranty due to an ECU tune? I think they need to be very specific about, and should prove in court, which components are subject to undue wear because of the chip.

And Auxiliary water pump really doesn’t seem like something that is going to suffer because you have 20% more power than stock...
Agreed 100%. Audi has been frying aux water pumps since at least the B5 S4 days, usually due to poor design (of course the valley of a hot ass 2.7 is a great place for a water pump). Tune had nothing to do with that.

[Charles.waite]

Exactly. Plenty of stock components fail early on stock engines under normal operating conditions. TD1 is just a mechanism to easily deny Powertrain warranty work and letting AoA foot the blame and allow the dealers to appear sympathetic and that things are out of their hands.

[Pat_McGroin]

Add some [emoji237] power this morning. The difference is incredible, should have came like this from the factory, nice and snug fit.
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[oatzel]

Filled it up with e85. Wish it was easier to find near me.
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[herosays]

https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4709/39812957432_cdaeb184fa_k.jpg

S4 Mirrors. I'm liking the contrast that the mirrors add.

[BMC2U]

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S4 Mirrors. I'm liking the contrast that the mirrors add.

Gawddamn thats hella nice!


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[vdubjetta02]

I am thankful my local VW/Audi dealer has never complained about my cars being APR Stage 2. (On my 4th car with this dealer and as long they can't prove my mods caused the damage, they continue on with the warranty work)

Nice common sense dealer.

[BMC2U]

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Did a thing today. First mod for the #allroad - gray delete! Black on black is a fact jack!


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[MantanaB6]

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Did a thing today. First mod for the #allroad - gray delete! Black on black is a fact jack!


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Did the fenders get removed for this or were they sprayed on the car? Looks great!

[BMC2U]

Did the fenders get removed for this or were they sprayed on the car? Looks great!

Thanks. No spraying. It’s 3m wrap. And they didn’t have to remove to wrap. Turned out better than I thought.


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[Brandon K.]

Having my local APR shop instal Koni FSD shocks, rear 034 sway bar, front H&R sway bar, ECS drive train mounts and front S4 brake upgrade today.


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[BeerBrent]

Having my local APR shop instal Koni FSD shocks, rear 034 sway bar, front H&R sway bar, ECS drive train mounts and front S4 brake upgrade today.


Awesome! Which shop?

[EvoRam]

Add some [emoji237] power this morning. The difference is incredible, should have came like this from the factory, nice and snug fit.
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I bought one of those when they first came out but I dont trust how it reads oil. I returned mine shortly after receiving it. [:|]

[BIG_ROOSTER]

I bought one of those when they first came out but I dont trust how it reads oil. I returned mine shortly after receiving it. [:|]

My oil level diagnostic tool has always been very accurate.


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[EvoRam]

My oil level diagnostic tool has always been very accurate.


The ECS dipstick?

[BIG_ROOSTER]

The ECS dipstick?

No mine has a yellow handle I’ll try to find a number when I get back to my car tonight.


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[Brandon K.]

I bought one of those when they first came out but I dont trust how it reads oil. I returned mine shortly after receiving it. [:|]

Futrell Autoworks...

Also buying a 2018 S5 sportback for my wife at Audi of Beavertonhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180201/94d3c4cad5491881483f229803b129b1.jpg


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[EvoRam]

Futrell Autoworks...


Is that who makes that dipstick? I assumed it was ECS's.

[tankdeer]

Is that who makes that dipstick? I assumed it was ECS's.Futrell is a local shop here in Portland.

[EvoRam]

Futrell is a local shop here in Portland.

I've heard of them. [>_<] It looks identical to ECS's so my comment was based off that. Didnt realize Futrell made their own.

[tankdeer]

I've heard of them. [>_<] It looks identical to ECS's so my comment was based off that. Didnt realize Futrell made their own.I don't think they do

[C-Lo]

Front end alignment after getting a new steering rack and tie rods

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[oatzel]

Not today but about a week ago. Managed to hit the hatch release while the car was parked in the garage. Car was too close to the door so it couldn't open all the way.

Opened garage door and one of the hinges caught on the hatch denting and scratching the hatch and actually ripping the garage door off its bracket.
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Had PDR done and it's about 90% but it still bugs me (very faint 4 to 5 inch crease)so I'm taking it to the body shop on monday.
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Wife thinks I'm crazy for having it fixed since it is hard to see from most angles.



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[MantanaB6]

Thanks. No spraying. It’s 3m wrap. And they didn’t have to remove to wrap. Turned out better than I thought.


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Nice! That turned out awesome, especially for a wrap. Do you mind me asking how much it ran you? I'm looking at picking up a black allroad and this is definitely one of the first things I'd do...

[BMC2U]

Nice! That turned out awesome, especially for a wrap. Do you mind me asking how much it ran you? I'm looking at picking up a black allroad and this is definitely one of the first things I'd do...

$600 was what he charged me.


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[weverb]

Super exciting and huge horsepower gain items. Hope I installed them correctly... [rolleyes]

https://i.imgur.com/d83fNAO.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/sjJIvd0.jpg

[re99ie]

Toook the cars out for a family photo.
https://i.imgur.com/RLyxv56.jpg

[alhutch]

Super exciting and huge horsepower gain items. Hope I installed them correctly... [rolleyes]

https://i.imgur.com/d83fNAO.jpg

What part number for this First Aid Kit?

[weverb]

What part number for this First Aid Kit?

4L0093108C

Per this site for a '13 Allroad:

https://www.audiusaparts.com/oem-parts/audi-first-aid-kit-4l0093108c/?c=Zz1pbnRlcmlvciZzPXNhZmV0eSZpPTEzMTE1MDA1JnI9bGF 5ZXJfMjUmYT1hdWRpJm89YWxscm9hZCZ5PTIwMTMmdD1wcmVta XVtLXBsdXMmZT0yLTBsLWw0LWZsZXg%3D

[BeerBrent]

Gave her a bath & put on new grills from Stonecarbon (ebay) last night.

https://i.imgur.com/ZIQr5Nl.jpg
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https://i.imgur.com/QZ0IRat.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/6AaDK3o.jpg

[chip_]

Grill looks good - reason you didn't go with an all black one?

[BeerBrent]

I prefer chrome since I have chrome roof rails. I ordered a chrome surround but they sent me silver instead. I agreed with the seller to send me the fog light grills for free to make up for it. If it ends up bothering me later, I can swap the chrome surround from my stock grill.

[DownhillA4]

If you like roofboxes... looking for more Audi content post! Instagram @I_like_your_box

https://ep1.pinkbike.org/p5pb15589678/p5pb15589678.jpg

[Teslatim]

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=JMigCzmpQX0....... so unfair


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[papadelogan]

Did an oil change and ALMOST broke out the car wash buckets, etc. .... but then it rained. Mother Nature can be quite the biznatch sometimes... Now... I only need CONSIDER washing a vehicle for it to rain. I may need to build an Ark..

[weverb]

Boring:

https://i.imgur.com/jjNLJXR.jpg

Better:

https://i.imgur.com/US7HcZ3.jpg

[re99ie]

Finially got some time to properly install my battery maintainer wiring after 2 months of sitting
https://i.imgur.com/NcoXTNz.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/2jt7cPE.jpg

[oatzel]

Washed it and rotated the tires


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[oatzel]

Installed my piano black gauge surround

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180325/90904271bec85f5e78c3923bd7a672e9.jpg
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180325/5cfebfea7d857963de13d79713882634.jpg


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[Allthea]

That's classy

[thrill23]

Super exciting and huge horsepower gain items. Hope I installed them correctly... [rolleyes]

https://i.imgur.com/d83fNAO.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/sjJIvd0.jpg

LOL

[thrill23]

Boring:

https://i.imgur.com/jjNLJXR.jpg

Better:

https://i.imgur.com/US7HcZ3.jpg

Love the colors weverb.

[BeerBrent]

We finally have several days of dry weather coming up here in the NW. Got her all cleaned up last night and put some BG44K and Liqui Moly MoS2 in it.

https://i.imgur.com/mrDOpGX.jpg

[NLPed68]

We finally have several days of dry weather coming up here in the NW. Got her all cleaned up last night and put some BG44K and Liqui Moly MoS2 in it.

What wheels are those?? They look like the wheels on my ‘03 Cobra.


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[BeerBrent]

What wheels are those?? They look like the wheels on my ‘03 Cobra.


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VMR 708

[NLPed68]

VMR 708

Gotcha! They look good.

I put a new RS4 style grill in my car today. This was after hitting a fata$$ rabbit last week and putting a hairline crack in the one that was in it.

I also change the oil & filter and ran codes & reset the service interval with the Ross-Tech. Rotated the tires. Replaced the 2 rearmost muffler hangers as I cracked the original ones when I did the Billy Boats exhaust install a year or so ago. They were being held together with some zip ties and I figured it was time.


Then I finally installed my GFB DV+ (after 1-1/2 years of owning it)...man, that was easy as hell. Thought it was going to be a nightmare.

I also got my Q5 Brembo’s back from powdercoat & hope to put them on tomorrow. I already have the S4 brakes front & rear, so this should be pretty straight forward.

Anybody need some Brilliant Blue front S4 calipers and damn near new Red Stuff red pads?

Before:

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180422/7ef26cba5b04e2263698e73cfaee15aa.jpg

After:

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180422/207c03ea30b5061d3dad90d799c5473c.jpg

Well...the Brembo’s don’t fit behind my current wheels, so had to go back to the S4 calipers. What a PITA to find that out after having them totally installed. Oh well, such is life.


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[Taylor-S]

Finally installed new wheels and brakes
Hartmann S5 reps and like others I went with the Macan/Q5 Brembo brakes (G2 Painted Tornado Red).
http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/500/medium/allroad_done.jpg

[happy2B5]

Gotcha! They look good.

I put a new RS4 style grill in my car today. This was after hitting a fata$$ rabbit last week and putting a hairline crack in the one that was in it.

I also change the oil & filter and ran codes & reset the service interval with the Ross-Tech. Rotated the tires. Replaced the 2 rearmost muffler hangers as I cracked the original ones when I did the Billy Boats exhaust install a year or so ago. They were being held together with some zip ties and I figured it was time.


Then I finally installed my GFB DV+ (after 1-1/2 years of owning it)...man, that was easy as hell. Thought it was going to be a nightmare.

I also got my Q5 Brembo’s back from powdercoat & hope to put them on tomorrow. I already have the S4 brakes front & rear, so this should be pretty straight forward.

Anybody need some Brilliant Blue front S4 calipers and damn near new Red Stuff red pads?

Before:

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180422/7ef26cba5b04e2263698e73cfaee15aa.jpg

After:

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180422/207c03ea30b5061d3dad90d799c5473c.jpg

Well...the Brembo’s don’t fit behind my current wheels, so had to go back to the S4 calipers. What a PITA to find that out after having them totally installed. Oh well, such is life.


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[NLPed68]

Can you space them out a bit to clear and keep the brembos?

With a 9-1/2” wide wheel & dropped like it is, I’m sure I’d rip a fender off. Lol.


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[happy2B5]

Gotcha

[Charles.waite]

With a 9-1/2” wide wheel & dropped like it is, I’m sure I’d rip a fender off. Lol.


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Yea you don’t have any wiggle room there, haha.

If they weren’t blue I would be down to take them off your hands but I feel like blue is a weird color on black. Especially when your car is pretty much stock like mine.

[NLPed68]

Yea you don’t have any wiggle room there, haha.

If they weren’t blue I would be down to take them off your hands but I feel like blue is a weird color on black. Especially when your car is pretty much stock like mine.

Nope! No wiggle room. I’d get into new wheel shopping, but all of a sudden, I’m going to be selling the car, home & a bunch of our current possessions. Just took an incredible full-time job offer in Alaska that I can’t refuse. I hate to sell, but the car wouldn’t survive the $hitty roads in the northern area I’ll be in. My GMC and the wife’s new Subaru are the cars that will move.


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[Novarider]

Nope! No wiggle room. I’d get into new wheel shopping, but all of a sudden, I’m going to be selling the car, home & a bunch of our current possessions. Just took an incredible full-time job offer in Alaska that I can’t refuse. I hate to sell, but the car wouldn’t survive the $hitty roads in the northern area I’ll be in. My GMC and the wife’s new Subaru are the cars that will move.


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Sure hope you like cold weather! No way I could do that.

Edit: also hope the job comes with a minimum 2 year contract. I have known several people that moved to another state for a job only to loose the job a couple months later. It broke every one of them financially because they couldn't find a comparable paying job.

[weverb]

Wasn't all done today but over a few days.

Allroad received a "transfusion" of fluids (coolant, oil, trans, dif's).

https://i.imgur.com/GGRZKmm.jpg

Naked trans:

https://i.imgur.com/FuYowNI.jpg

Old dif fluid [:(]:

https://i.imgur.com/TUJelaV.jpg

Also did some brake work.

Before:

https://i.imgur.com/ByG9lnY.jpg

After:

https://i.imgur.com/RoNqjdO.jpg

Rears in progress:

https://i.imgur.com/LSV8ovE.jpg

That's all for now. [wrench]

[Charles.waite]

Been thinking about doing a trans fluid change on the q5’s ZF8. You have a procedure/DIY online to follow?

[Novarider]

Been thinking about doing a trans fluid change on the q5’s ZF8. You have a procedure/DIY online to follow?

Have you read through this thread?

https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/687598-ZF8-Transmission-NOT-Lifetime-fluid

[weverb]

Yeah no DIY but I think there is a link for instructions in the thread Nova posted. Thanks so much to Allroadcorbin for creating that thread. Helped a lot in sourcing parts and confirming that it needed to be done.

[BMC2U]

Anyone got a link to a source for the RS4 style B8/8.5 Avant rear wing/spoiler and/or experience with the Polish vendor on eBay?


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[chip_]

Anyone got a link to a source for the RS4 style B8/8.5 Avant rear wing/spoiler and/or experience with the Polish vendor on eBay?


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I think that is the only resource for it now. From what I know it is seems to fit well.

[Allthea]

Got it back from the body shop this past weekend. Had a minor paint trade with someone who cut me off so they had to repaint the front bumper, replace driver's side flare, and replace the matte lower part of the bumper because the lower part of the driver's side flare was also scuffed and the bottom part of the bumper and that small flare section are all one piece.

While it was in had them do a full detail, swap to yellow LED fog light bulbs (iJDMtoy), and install a rear bumper cover piece from NGP. They did the fogs and rear bumper cover as part of the work. Need to get pics while it's still in it's detailed glory, but it's been raining since the day after I got it.

[BMC2U]

I think that is the only resource for it now. From what I know it is seems to fit well.

Yah read that dropshadow had an eBay one and said it was fine. I messaged Kdaffy on the ones he was getting from Germany but haven’t heard back yet.


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[NLPed68]

^^^ I have one from the initial group by with KDaffy, and it fits awesome!

Edit: “it fits awesome”, hence it’s on the car. ;)

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[BMC2U]

^^^ I have one from the initial group by with KDaffy, and it fit awesome!


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I need that! [emoji3]


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[Charles.waite]

Have you read through this thread?

https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/687598-ZF8-Transmission-NOT-Lifetime-fluid

I’ve followed similar threads for the zf6 that was in my old b7 so that thread is Dejavu haha. I’ll give it a more thorough read tonight though, thanks!


Lifetime fluid my left nut...

[weverb]

Tried matching my Beaufort Oak trim pieces in the back cargo area. Still needs some tweaking.

Before:

https://i.imgur.com/z60j9B2.jpg

After:

https://i.imgur.com/mf89Jbc.jpg

[skifreak85353]

New bulb in the headlights. Is an exploded bulb to be expected when these things burn out?? Crazy! This is how the bulb looked after I gently removed the bulb from the housing.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180504/89fbce1283acf9bf9f38b52094ac087b.jpg

[Allthea]

weverb that's awesome. you've got hardwood flooring in your car!

[weverb]

weverb that's awesome. you've got hardwood flooring in your car!

Thanks. Had the crazy idea late one night to replace the floor mats but I think that would be taking it too far and look tacky.

[Charles.waite]

New bulb in the headlights. Is an exploded bulb to be expected when these things burn out?? Crazy! This is how the bulb looked after I gently removed the bulb from the housing.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180504/89fbce1283acf9bf9f38b52094ac087b.jpg

No they shouldn’t explode. That’s crazy!

[Dusty Mauve]

Things just got serious [:D]
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1600x1200q90/924/MbMSjp.jpg

[chip_]

Sweet! Those look nice!

[DC242]

Changed the oil filter housing assembly, washed it, and installed some whispbars I scored on ebay for $45.

https://i.imgur.com/5U8E7Bv.jpg

Also, does anyone know why the rear turn signals are so prone to throwing a bulb out light? I've cleaned the harness connectors and added some dielectric grease, so hopefully it'll stop. But there is one pin in each harness that had some corrosion, which I'm assuming was the turn signal pin. How does only one pin get corroded?

[Allthea]

Are you using a clean, lint free cloth to hold the bulb when you install? If you touch it with your skin, it leaves oils and makes a hot spot.

[DC242]

I haven't even had to touch/change the bulb, the bulb out light came on even though the signal bulb still worked. Happened on both sides.

[Charles.waite]

Yea I’ve had that happen on my b7 on both sides. I just put dielectric in the connector and it hasn’t come back.

I should add, it was so bad on the drivers side though I had to get a whole new housing because the corrosion caused the pin to spark and melt so there was no connection at all. Luckily the body harness plug was okay, a little meaty but it still works fine. I packed a ton of dielectric in and had issues for a couple days, but I just had to reseat the connector a handful of times to get the grease off the pins and it’s been perfect ever since.

[DC242]

Yea I’ve had that happen on my b7 on both sides. I just put dielectric in the connector and it hasn’t come back.

I should add, it was so bad on the drivers side though I had to get a whole new housing because the corrosion caused the pin to spark and melt so there was no connection at all. Luckily the body harness plug was okay, a little meaty but it still works fine. I packed a ton of dielectric in and had issues for a couple days, but I just had to reseat the connector a handful of times to get the grease off the pins and it’s been perfect ever since.

I had a similar experience. Cleaned the pins, added dielectric, and then on the way to the parts store to drop off used oil, bulb out light came on again. I unplugged and reseated the connector and warning light was off. Hopefully it holds up now.

[C-Lo]

Finally cleaned it after putting on the DTM bumpers

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180505/b7ba30ad627b0bb57b4c7073e1663f55.jpg


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[Allthea]

Ah I get it, I misunderstood

[Pat_McGroin]

Finally cleaned it after putting on the DTM bumpers

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180505/b7ba30ad627b0bb57b4c7073e1663f55.jpg


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Loving the way it turned out bro! Much want.


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[C-Lo]

Loving the way it turned out bro! Much want.


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Thank you thank you. Trying to source DTM sides too to complete it, but I also have a MK1 TT I’m trying to work on lol


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[projectvoltron]

Things just got serious [:D]
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1600x1200q90/924/MbMSjp.jpg

Never seizes to impress me how big these calipers actually are

65480

[dropshadow]

Never seizes to impress me how big these calipers actually are

Pun intended?

[projectvoltron]

Pun intended?

Now that you mention it, yes it is intended after the fact

[Dusty Mauve]

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1600x1200q90/924/cSfQS6.jpg

Yup, and they went under my CH017 perfectly [drool]

[AbsolutelyMitch]

Well, seems I'll be too busy tomorrow to post, so I'll leave this here.

https://preview.ibb.co/cC0QTy/IMG_1454.jpg

I also might have greatly underestimated the installation difficulty given the specialty parts needed. I guess time will tell. [wrench]

[nhodgson1993]

Met up with some folks in Stanford for some beers. Brought the wagon, saw some other wagons :)

https://i.imgur.com/n0wzqyT.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/8hqilLt.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/cvnCi7e.jpg

[happy2B5]

🖒nice group of cars there. Love that rs4 avant conversion.

[base14]

Just added an Allroad to the family [emoji16]!! It’s a 2013 AR Prestige with every possible option. Loving it so far, although it’s in dire need of a tune. Planning on getting that done ASAP, then transferring the 20x9.5 Forgestars from the Q.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180513/4a704a6deb5253533ffd6bcf4eab40f7.jpg


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[happy2B5]

[emoji106] nice garage mates

[TwinTipSkier]

"Facelift"

http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/594/medium/B8_bump3.jpg

[chip_]

"Facelift"



Is there a matching grille coming soon? Did the wing get installed?

[AbsolutelyMitch]

Completed the KW v2 installation over the weekend. As expected, it took a really, really, long time - however looks great. Alignment on Thursday and I'll wait for them to settle before lowering/raising or changing stiffness.

https://thumb.ibb.co/eVmo3y/IMG_1462.jpg (https://ibb.co/eVmo3y) https://thumb.ibb.co/m1tPbJ/IMG_1465.jpg (https://ibb.co/m1tPbJ)
https://thumb.ibb.co/kw983y/IMG_1467.jpg (https://ibb.co/kw983y) https://thumb.ibb.co/iidXwJ/IMG_1474.jpg (https://ibb.co/iidXwJ)

[f_399]

Got blown away...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRgfsAOzCFQ

I was messing with how to launch and I knew I had no chance so I didn't care about the light.

[Novarider]

Got blown away...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRgfsAOzCFQ

I was messing with how to launch and I knew I had no chance so I didn't care about the light.

Says the video can't be played on websites because the owner disabled it

[TwinTipSkier]

Is there a matching grille coming soon? Did the wing get installed?

It came with one, but it felt like it was going to fall out. The OEM grill is growing on me, no gaps, and fits tight. 50/50 if it will stay that way, haven't decided. Strangely kind of like the way it looks... Cheap and easy enough to swap.

No spoiler yet. Going to body shop on the way home from work today to discuss mounting options. By this coming weekend for sure!

[f_399]

Says the video can't be played on websites because the owner disabled it


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRgfsAOzCFQ

[Novarider]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRgfsAOzCFQ

Still says the same thing. I can click on the title and it will take me to YouTube to watch it but the imbeded video doesn't work.

[f_399]

Maybe is better that way, it's nothing to be proud off .... Lol


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[hardfive]

Parked in a parking lot eating my lunch. See a guy behind my car in middle of lot stalled and unable to move his car. Try to rack up some Karma points so I help him push his truck into an open spot which happens to be next to my car. He gets his going and backs out, but immediately starts turning while backing... Wheel tire and rear bumper looked a little too complacent in life. Super happy he helped me shake things up. :-(

[jbain2]

Still says the same thing. I can click on the title and it will take me to YouTube to watch it but the imbeded video doesn't work.

I can see it just fine.


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[Novarider]

I can see it just fine.


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Weird, it will pay when you click on it?

[happy2B5]

Parked in a parking lot eating my lunch. See a guy behind my car in middle of lot stalled and unable to move his car. Try to rack up some Karma points so I help him push his truck into an open spot which happens to be next to my car. He gets his going and backs out, but immediately starts turning while backing... Wheel tire and rear bumper looked a little too complacent in life. Super happy he helped me shake things up. :-(

https://i.imgur.com/9BXWJvv.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/Uf9bTcY.jpgLet that be a lesson to you. I have to just shake my head when stuff like this happens.

[alhutch]

Parked in a parking lot eating my lunch. See a guy behind my car in middle of lot stalled and unable to move his car. Try to rack up some Karma points so I help him push his truck into an open spot which happens to be next to my car. He gets his going and backs out, but immediately starts turning while backing... Wheel tire and rear bumper looked a little too complacent in life. Super happy he helped me shake things up. :-(

That is the worst! So sorry your good deed worked out so poorly.

[jbain2]

Weird, it will pay when you click on it?

Yup. No issues. Your start was clearly an issue.


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[jeremy@lime-swap]

Bought one!

[Allthea]

Buy it modified? I see those calipers peeking through!

[AvantNoir]

Parked in a parking lot eating my lunch. See a guy behind my car in middle of lot stalled and unable to move his car. Try to rack up some Karma points so I help him push his truck into an open spot which happens to be next to my car. He gets his going and backs out, but immediately starts turning while backing... Wheel tire and rear bumper looked a little too complacent in life. Super happy he helped me shake things up. :-(

https://i.imgur.com/9BXWJvv.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/Uf9bTcY.jpg

That sucks. No good deed goes unpunished.

[BMC2U]

Finally got around to installing the ECS rear drilled rotors.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180515/39611c45d4dedaec4316cd45a7ad6632.jpg
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[Reece_]

Tried matching my Beaufort Oak trim pieces in the back cargo area. Still needs some tweaking.

Before:

https://i.imgur.com/z60j9B2.jpg

After:

https://i.imgur.com/mf89Jbc.jpg

Holy shoot that’s beautiful. Was this hard to do?????


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[weverb]

Holy shoot that’s beautiful. Was this hard to do?????

Wasn't too bad. Probably would have turned out better if I had good carpenter skills. I suck! [>_<]

[Reece_]

Wasn't too bad. Probably would have turned out better if I had good carpenter skills. I suck! [>_<]

Do you have any instructions on how/what to do or was it pretty self explanatory?


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[jeremy@lime-swap]

Buy it modified? I see those calipers peeking through!

Bone stock! It had been sitting for 7 months and the rotors were rusted. Installed new rotors/pads and painted calipers the day I drove it home :)

[projectvoltron]

Parked in a parking lot eating my lunch. See a guy behind my car in middle of lot stalled and unable to move his car. Try to rack up some Karma points so I help him push his truck into an open spot which happens to be next to my car. He gets his going and backs out, but immediately starts turning while backing... Wheel tire and rear bumper looked a little too complacent in life. Super happy he helped me shake things up. :-(

https://i.imgur.com/9BXWJvv.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/Uf9bTcY.jpg

That's so weak

Sorry to see this man

Did you guys at least exchange info or does it have to come out of pocket?

[hardfive]

That's so weak

Sorry to see this man

Did you guys at least exchange info or does it have to come out of pocket?
Young kid maybe 20 had a valid insurance card with a different name on it. I'm assuming it's his father so hopefully Progressive comes through. I asked him to file the claim ASAP yesterday at noon and when I called Progressive at 6 p.m. he hadn't yet done it. I called him and he said he was waiting to talk to his father but at least his number was legit so fingers crossed

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