(Cottonmouth's) - Moro Blue 2006 B7 A4 2.0T Quattro Project

[Cottonmouth]

Ok folks. After a lot of debate whether I should mod my current car (210000kms) or upgrade to something newer or better, I have decided to proceed with my original plan.

So here we go... I am planning in complting these mods over the winter and into the summer as funds will allow. I previously had chosen several mods in a previous thread Planning my build (http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/345105-Planning-my-build?highlight=) That I have pondered and evaluated. Eventually I have come up with a plan for the car.

Today I booked an appointment to go over to H2Sport in Georgetown to get the APR fully loaded ECU that is on sale right now. Being that this is my first mod, I think it is a good start.

Following that and when funds allow I will be adding:

APR fully loaded ECU DONE
Brembo 332 mm front BBK DONE
ECS two piece ventilated rotor rear brake upgrade DONE
Stratmosphere quad tip catback exhaust with S4 valance DONE
S4 rear valance DONE
034 Motorsports High Flow Cat DONE
034 Motorsports silicone intake hose DONE
034 Motorsports snub mount DONE
AWE front mount intercooler DONE
Carbonio Intake DONE
JHM Short Shifter
Vogtland coilovers DONE
VMR V718 19" 8.5 Gun Metal wheels DONE
RS4 rear sway bar DONE
3 piece spoiler DONE
Cupra Lip spoiler DONE
R8 oil and coolant caps DONE
S4 engine and battery covers DONE
OCarbon silver carbon fibre desk kit DONE
Vorsteiner Vented CF hood

Maybe next year I will be looking into an APR Turbo Kit - Stage III with FMIC.

So I am open to comments, criticism or suggestions for better or alternative parts. I know there are lots of people here who know their stuff so I am relying on your feedback.

Does anyone know of a good company who makes 3 piece CF spoilers or lower valence?

I will add to this thread as I progress with the build.

Check back tomorrow and I will post my impression of the new APR software.[;)][drive]

[bblume]

kudos for a thread with something to offer...or maybe I should say something to offer soon...GL and I'm sure you'll hate your chip.

[pw211]

Not really a build, sort of just a collection of common bolt on performance parts, carbon fiber, and VMR's

[bblume]

still better than a thread highlighting the epiphany of folding/heated mirrors or other easter eggs that can be found in the manual.

[Cottonmouth]

In my opinion, everyone's car is a statement. Mine will ultimately be mine. Call it what you want. It is still a build to me.

[VMRWheels]

Personally, I think any amount of work that changes a car from stock to something different is enough to consider it a 'build'

Best of luck getting things under way, I'm looking forward to the results! [up]

[Cottonmouth]

Thanks Mr. VMR. Love your wheels and I will definitely have a set in the spring.

[Six Speed Turbo]

Good luck with your build, and post updated pics and reveiws as there are always people looking for info like you did in a previous thread.

[Cottonmouth]

I always give back in cases like this. I like to help too.

[Cottonmouth]

Ok. The APR flash is done and so far I like it. I have only tried the 91 program and it feels great. Tomorrow I'll throw some 94 in and see how it goes. So for now a big thumbs up to APR!

[Cottonmouth]

Moving forward I am thinking a BBK will be my next upgrade. The shop that did the APR work suggested a Brembo kit. My only concern right now is that I would like to go as big as possible while still being able to use my factory 17" rims in the winter.

[shiro1745]

Moving forward I am thinking a BBK will be my next upgrade. The shop that did the APR work suggested a Brembo kit. My only concern right now is that I would like to go as big as possible while still being able to use my factory 17" rims in the winter.

Why would you go with a BBK right after chip? I think you should not waste your money on a BBK at this point. I would go with everything else on your list but the BBK. I would do that at the end. Are you going to track your car? It seems like you have some big plans [wrench]. (big turbo)

A lot of people here think the Carbonio it's not worth it, too expensive for what it delivers. The stock air box should be good enough. So maybe you want to research that a bit.

Good luck with your mods.

[mr shickadance]

i think do whatever you want to its your car, from what you selected it will be a great looking, well performing car

i like the bbk and if i had the $$ to drop on that i totally would do that

[Cottonmouth]

The reason I am looking to go BBK is because right now my rotors need to be replaced. My whole philosophy is if it needs replacing then replace it with something better. I do plan on tracking this car eventually do why waste money on oem parts.

The Carbonio intake is mainly for sound and appearance. I know the performance increase is minimal.

I did do my research. ;)

[mr shickadance]

if you are thinking of tracking it, look into 18's....i think 19 would have too thin of tires and it would decrease performance

[Cottonmouth]

I like the 19"s for appearance reasons only. For the track I woul looking into maybe even a 17" rim with some R compounds that I can change at the track.

[Cottonmouth]

Ok... Spent some money today...

Got the 332mm Brembo BBK with drilled rotors, 15mm wheel spacers, Vogtland coilovers and RS4 rear swaybay.

Thanks to PURE Motorsports for taking my order. Looking forward to Delivery in 2-3 weeks.


Now if I could only get some 19" rims. VMR not being to helpful with an end of June wait time.

[Leo14]

What is this, a thread with no pictures? :(

[VWAUDINUT]

Ok... Spent some money today...

Got the 332mm Brembo BBK with drilled rotors, 15mm wheel spacers, Vogtland coilovers and RS4 rear swaybay.

Thanks to PURE Motorsports for taking my order. Looking forward to Delivery in 2-3 weeks.


Now if I could only get some 19" rims. VMR not being to helpful with an end of June wait time.

Sounds like a fun project and congrats on the BBK. How did you like H2Sport? I am thinking about going there for the flash next week since its on sale for $599.

PS, dont listen to PW211, i have never seen a positive post out of him, i think it's his mission to flame every post.

[VWAUDINUT]

What is this, a thread with no pictures? :(

Read the thread dude, his car is stock other than an APR flash he just got (he cant post pics of the flash LOL)

I'm sure we'll see pics of the BBK and coilovers once they come in.

[Cottonmouth]

What is this, a thread with no pictures? :(

It is kinds hard to capture an APR flash which is all I have at the moment. I'll post pics once the BBK and coils get here. [;)]

[Cottonmouth]

Sounds like a fun project and congrats on the BBK. How did you like H2Sport? I am thinking about going there for the flash next week since its on sale for $599.

PS, dont listen to PW211, i have never seen a positive post out of him, i think it's his mission to flame every post.


H2Sport was pretty good. I called them over a month ago and asked for a quote on the BBK on the other hand and they said they would get back to me with a price. I guess that is some business they won't be getting now.

Oh and as far as Flaming Trolls go. I can handle them. ;)

[Cottonmouth]

Update: VMR 710 19" 8.5 in Hyper Silver ordered through Pyspeed.com

Damn this project is getting expensive... lol

[groundround]

Can I add my opinion about your exhaust option from my own experience?

I had the AWE quad tip and it is LOUD!!!! I just had the stratmosphere (non resonated) quad tip installed and fitment is great and it's nice and quiet (I can't imagine how quiet the resonated one is) plus about half the price. Just to help you save your ears and a lot of cash for something else on the list.

[Cottonmouth]

Can I add my opinion about your exhaust option from my own experience?

I had the AWE quad tip and it is LOUD!!!! I just had the stratmosphere (non resonated) quad tip installed and fitment is great and it's nice and quiet (I can't imagine how quiet the resonated one is) plus about half the price. Just to help you save your ears and a lot of cash for something else on the list.

Any pics? I don't want anything too loud. Looking for a deep exhaust note.

[mr shickadance]

pictures are very loud yes

[JayStang]

Update: VMR 710 19" 8.5 in Hyper Silver ordered through Pyspeed.com

Damn this project is getting expensive... lol

When is your expected delivery date?

[Cottonmouth]

When is your expected delivery date?

I am under the impression these rims are in stock. So I expect in the next week or two. I just need to hear back from Pyspeed.

I need to think about tires... Right now my eye is on Falken FK 452 235/35/19.. Thoughts?

[groundround]

Any pics? I don't want anything too loud. Looking for a deep exhaust note.

I will get some pics soon for you of the stratmosphere, But the AWE is extremely loud!! especially if your running TP and maybe HFC. I have had passengers complain a lot

[Kim]

Good luck with your build. If you're looking for advice as you said, only go APR if you want the quality of the components. Because the way these guys work is that they'll really be attentive when you're buying something from them. Once you've dropped your cash you'll find that they'll quickly forget about you. Take it from me, nothing happened when I ran into issues with my kit. And when you go with a full kit you will want great customer service and theirs is probably the worst. Don't believe me? Check out the link below :)

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/392815-Beyond-440HP-K04-Allroad-Build

[eskimopunk]

Honestly, with the amount of money you're dropping you could've gona with some different wheels. So many options. But hey, I'm sure they'll look good. Looking forward to seeing where this goes [up]

[vdubjetta02]

I sort of did the same..... on my last 3 cars I got sick of modding up until the day i sold it, SO for my audi I purchased it and did all my mods within (2) months. It was a very expensive 2 months and I realized I wish I would have only done half the mods I did and saved the other 1/2 of my money. But I am looking forward to your pics.

After owning 4 modified cars by the time I was 24, I am getting sick of "Builds"

[Cottonmouth]

UPDATE.

Just about to leave for work today and I get a knock at the door. Mr. UPS was standing there with some big boxes!!!

I snapped a couple of iPhone pics before heading to work. Sorry for the poor quality.

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VMR V718 wheels with Falken rubber getting picked up tomorrow too.

[VMRWheels]

This thread is about to get real good, real fast! When do you think you'll have the brakes/wheels on?

[shiro1745]

Any pics? I don't want anything too loud. Looking for a deep exhaust note.


Milltek is quite as well, if you put a TP you'll have a very deep sound but not to loud. I could shoot a video when I put my TP back if you want.

[Cottonmouth]

This thread is about to get real good, real fast! When do you think you'll have the brakes/wheels on?

Wheels are going on in a couple hours and the brakes will be done this weekend.

[Cottonmouth]

Milltek is quite as well, if you put a TP you'll have a very deep sound but not to loud. I could shoot a video when I put my TP back if you want.

This is what I want. A deep exhaust note that is not too loud. I also want the quad tip. Right now AWE is what looks the best but I have heard that it is too loud. I have watched all of the videos posted by those that have it and you can't really tell how it will sound. I would really like to hear it in person.

[Brrman]

cmon, man... pics of those wheels installed!!! :)

[ADV.1 Matt]

Good luck on the build! Subbed for updates!

[2007B7cabrio]

UPDATE.

Just about to leave for work today and I get a knock at the door. Mr. UPS was standing there with some big boxes!!!

I snapped a couple of iPhone pics before heading to work. Sorry for the poor quality.

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VMR V718 wheels with Falken rubber getting picked up tomorrow too.

Looks nice, love teh iPhone pics[:D]

Can't wait to see them installed

[Cottonmouth]

VMR V718 Gunmetal 19" x 8.5"
Falken 452 tires and 235 wide.

Here are the Before and after pics:

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BEFORE YOU ASK!!! In the next couple of days I will be lowering it on coilovers and throwing on the Brembo kit.[wrench]

[PhiDelt]

Looking good! Wish I had a blue one like that. Great looking ride CM.

[FL-B7]

Looking good! Wish I had a blue one like that. Great looking ride CM.


sweet avatar brφ

[VWAUDINUT]

Curious to see the transformation after BBK and wheels/coilovers

Good luck bro.

[Mordaine]

Props on non s-line. My fave part about the whole thing.

[Cottonmouth]

Props on non s-line. My fave part about the whole thing.

Thanks.

To be honest it has the sport suspension ;)

[green a6]

nice

[DRAKLORE]

So u got the 452s already... Lol I'm sorry man but I hope you have better luck with them than I did. I had the same exact size and broke three belts in three weeks, and I avoid potholes like they are anti tank mines. Keep us updated. The tires bubbled on the sidewall before finally letting go

[Cottonmouth]

So u got the 452s already... Lol I'm sorry man but I hope you have better luck with them than I did. I had the same exact size and broke three belts in three weeks, and I avoid potholes like they are anti tank mines. Keep us updated. The tires bubbled on the sidewall before finally letting go

If that happens I will definitely be tossing them. They weren't my first choice. Trust me.

[Mordaine]

Thanks.

To be honest it has the sport suspension ;)

Red T ;)

[Cottonmouth]

Red T ;)

Bazinga!

[DRAKLORE]

PS, dont listen to PW211, i have never seen a positive post out of him, i think it's his mission to flame every post.
Haha so true

[pw211]

Haha so true

http://www.audiforums.com/forum/picture.php?albumid=2862&pictureid=7271

[ryanworth]

^ You always gotta go there. Hahaha. My hero. <3

[pw211]

^ You always gotta go there. Hahaha. My hero. <3

He was asking for it... [:D]

[DRAKLORE]

He was asking for it... [:D]
It's no fair, you removed the ones of your car with those wheels!http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/357714-That-mod-you-really-regret...
But yeah that's a low blow, seeing how we have all had some poor origin even said by yourself... I've kinda redeemed myself a bit, and it is true lol u are a troll haha

[pw211]

It's no fair, you removed the ones of your car with those wheels!http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/357714-That-mod-you-really-regret...
But yeah that's a low blow, seeing how we have all had some poor origin even said by yourself... I've kinda redeemed myself a bit, and it is true lol u are a troll haha

Spend enough time on here seeing the same stuff posted time and time again, and you will do one of four things:

1. Give up and stop coming by/posting/reading threads
2. Somehow have patience and stick around and be helpful (very few of these members around. The people who are most helpful now are those who recently got everything figured out, and are eager to share their knowledge)
3. Troll your ass off. Have some fun.
4. Get a new car and move on.

I went with 3 and 4. One not by choice.

[DRAKLORE]

[rolleyes]Hey hey let's not thread jack[>_>]

[Cottonmouth]

UPDATE:

Just got another package in the mail.

RS4 sway bar and brackets.
15mm H&R spacers for my winter setup.

Just waiting now for the Vogtland coilovers.

[Cottonmouth]

UPDATE:

I have installed the Brembo 332mm BBK.

Pics:
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Next job will be the RS4 sway bar.

[Leo14]

^ Nice!

[DRAKLORE]

This guy gets to work lol

[Cottonmouth]

Brakes are now bled and broken-in. What you cant see is a new RS4 sway bar in the back. [;)]

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And as a bonus pic.... Here is what the A4 shares the stable with.[:D]
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Just waiting on the Vogtland coilovers to show up.

[pw211]

I want you to pick up some enkei rpf1's really badly. Looking forward to the coilovers

[allen@simplytire]

Awesome !!!

I have your wheel locks ready to help protect those bad boys.

[Cottonmouth]

So here's a little update. I just picked up a Carbonio intake and S4 mirror caps from evilgabbie. Both are installed and running good. The intake surprised me how much louder the diverter and turbo sound.

I'll post up some pics as soon as it stops raining.

[Cottonmouth]

UPDATE:

Mr FedEx just delivered another box last night!!!

Here are some teaser pics...

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3116/5778840769_0e63a75532_b.jpg

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Sorry for the crappy iPhone pics...[rolleyes]

I have started the install. Front left is done. I'll see if I can get the rest done tonight after work. I am doing it in my driveway and it's gonna hit 106F today with the humidex. [=(][wrench][headbang]

[Cottonmouth]

Ok. Coilovers installed. Too dark for pics. I'll take some tomorrow after a wash.

[green a6]

awesome update cottonmouth im also running gold rotors on my c5

[Coderedpl]

Cottonmouth - When it comes to replacing rotors, where would you get replacements? Seems like the availability of those rotors is what's making me hesitant going with kits I've seen for sale.

[Cottonmouth]

Cottonmouth - When it comes to replacing rotors, where would you get replacements? Seems like the availability of those rotors is what's making me hesitant going with kits I've seen for sale.

I am sure there are replacement parts available. I just haven't looked. Doesn't matter to me anyhow. They will last longer than my ownership of this car.

[Cottonmouth]

Ok... Here it is. This is what I have being trying to achieve this year.

I didn't measure the front and rear as far as drop goes... But I think it looks about right. I am keeping in mind that it will settle about 1/4 inches in the next couple of weeks.

Comments and criticism welcome.[;)]

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Next year I will be going for some body work... Lip kit from ABT, 3 piece spoiler and a Vorsteiner CF hood.[wrench]

[wildcat333]

Audi is nice
Honda with gold package is :( lol

[Cottonmouth]

Audi is nice
Honda with gold package is :( lol

Haha... Thats my neighbor. He doesn't look after it very well.

[audidave]

You sir, do not mess around. Rarely does a man talk a big talk and actually do it. Usually he drags his feet to actually acquire all the parts, let alone install them. Major props to you for the hustle and keeping us up to date.

[itzjonjon69]

looking good!

[itzjonjon69]

looking good so far!

[Cottonmouth]

You sir, do not mess around. Rarely does a man talk a big talk and actually do it. Usually he drags his feet to actually acquire all the parts, let alone install them. Major props to you for the hustle and keeping us up to date.

Thanks man! My mods may slow down a bit so that my savings can recover. It would also be nice to enjoy the mods for a bit before adding more. I am not sure what my next step will be...

here is what I was thinking...

A) ABT lip kit, Vorsteiner hood and a 3 piece spoiler.

or

B) High flow cat/downpipe, HPFP, exhaust and stage 2+ APR tune.

Decisions decisions...

[MVB]

It looks great. I go through Waterdown all the time so I will keep an eye out.

[Schmaud]

Thanks man! My mods may slow down a bit so that my savings can recover. It would also be nice to enjoy the mods for a bit before adding more. I am not sure what my next step will be...

here is what I was thinking...

A) ABT lip kit, Vorsteiner hood and a 3 piece spoiler.

or

B) High flow cat/downpipe, HPFP, exhaust and stage 2+ APR tune.

Decisions decisions...

My vote would be B. I am not a fan of the ABT lip.

[Cottonmouth]

My vote would be B. I am not a fan of the ABT lip.

I have also been toying with the idea of a DTM conversion kit. But that would require a lot of work and money. Just the kit alone will run me $2000. Not to mention installation and paint.

[Schmaud]

I have also been toying with the idea of a DTM conversion kit. But that would require a lot of work and money. Just the kit alone will run me $2000. Not to mention installation and paint.

Just do the front. That's what I did and I couldn't be happier. Also your car looks great. Nice and clean, I like it.

[Cottonmouth]

Just do the front. That's what I did and I couldn't be happier. Also your car looks great. Nice and clean, I like it.

Thanks Schmaud! What did just the front cost you if you don't mind me asking.

[Schmaud]

Thanks Schmaud! What did just the front cost you if you don't mind me asking.

I got a stupid good deal. I wont even tell you. Mine was a damaged bumper that was repaired by a guy that I know that does body work.

[audidave]

Thanks man! My mods may slow down a bit so that my savings can recover. It would also be nice to enjoy the mods for a bit before adding more. I am not sure what my next step will be...

here is what I was thinking...

A) ABT lip kit, Vorsteiner hood and a 3 piece spoiler.

or

B) High flow cat/downpipe, HPFP, exhaust and stage 2+ APR tune.

Decisions decisions...

Haha Yea, I was gonna say, maybe try pacing yourself with the mods, it'll give you more time to enjoy each one and allow your savings to cope.

As for the next mods go for option A. Since you've just done some performance mods, enjoy them before adding more performance, you'll enjoy it more if it's spread out over time. Also you'll notice it more since you won't be doing all the performance in basically one step. Normally i would still recommend 'go' over 'show' but now is the season for looks. Our summers are stupid short and these sunny days won't last long. If ever you plan on doing body work now's the worthwhile time, not so much when it has a layer of winter all over it...

[Cottonmouth]

So it has been a while and I have arranged for a couple new additions to the mod list. I went in on the Cupra Lip group buy so hopefully I will have it in the next couple weeks. Thanks Scotty.[;)]

I have also sent funds to a fellow AZ'er for his 3 piece spoiler.

I am also expecting a snub mount from 034Motorsport some time today

Small stuff for now but I thought I would keep you posted.

[Cottonmouth]

Ok... This could be a good thing or a bad thing. Driving out of the gas station on my way home I hear a clunk and then open exhaust noise roaring from under my car. I haven't crawled under to have a look yet but me thinks the AWE quad tip exhaust may have been taken off the back burner...

I'll have to have a peek under while I am installing the snub mount that just arrived.

[greensto]

Sent you a PM, cottonmouth

[Cottonmouth]

Sent you a PM, cottonmouth

I replied! [;)]

[Cottonmouth]

Ok. Change of plans. I originally planned on getting the AWE quad tip exhaust, but changed my mind once I read enough reviews where people were saying it was too loud and droned. So I have pulled the trigger on a quad tip resonated Stratmosphere exhaust. It is over $400 cheaper which will allow me to get an 034 Motorsports high flow cat in the future.

Opinions? Think I made the right move?

[Huli467]

Ok. Change of plans. I originally planned on getting the AWE quad tip exhaust, but changed my mind once I read enough reviews where people were saying it was too loud and droned. So I have pulled the trigger on a quad tip resonated Stratmosphere exhaust. It is over $400 cheaper which will allow me to get an 034 Motorsports high flow cat in the future.

Opinions? Think I made the right move?

Absolutely, the HFC will make the biggest difference. Most cat-backs have a margin of HP difference that is really small. You'll see "nicer" gains with the HFC. Did you ever get your tune yet? If not, you should consider doing this with your exhaust upgrade. What's another $5-$6 Bills....the smile will be worth it. Guaranteed!!

Nice job on your build. Looks good.

[Cottonmouth]

Absolutely, the HFC will make the biggest difference. Most cat-backs have a margin of HP difference that is really small. You'll see "nicer" gains with the HFC. Did you ever get your tune yet? If not, you should consider doing this with your exhaust upgrade. What's another $5-$6 Bills....the smile will be worth it. Guaranteed!!

Nice job on your build. Looks good.

Yes. The first thing I did was get an APR stage 1 tune. I would like to be stage 2+ next summer.

[Cottonmouth]

I just ordered a carbon fiber rear valance off eBay. Getting excited!

[Coderedpl]

I just ordered a carbon fiber rear valance off eBay. Getting excited!
Quad tip?
Pray that it fits with no issue. The one i had fit like shit

[Cottonmouth]

Quad tip?
Pray that it fits with no issue. The one i had fit like shit

The ad says it fits like OEM. So I guess we'll see. Were you able to get it to fit ok?

[Coderedpl]

The ad says it fits like OEM. So I guess we'll see. Were you able to get it to fit ok?

Nope, not all the way. The the edges towards outside of bumper it didnt stay flush like the rest.

[Cottonmouth]

The good news:

Just received my 3 piece spoiler and I will be getting it painted and installed shortly.

The bad news:

Just received my CF valance and it looks like it has been through a trash compactor. Four noticeable cracks in the CF, and the box looks even worse. It was shipped in a plain cardboard box with a sleeve of bubble wrap around it.

What is me best coarse of action for this? I bought it from eBay and already contacted the seller. I guess I will have to wait and see. The biggest problem is my quad tip exhaust should be here soon and I need the valance... ARGH!!!

[Cottonmouth]

So here's the damage...

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[headbang][headbang][headbang][headbang]
[mad][mad][mad][mad][mad]

[DRAKLORE]

UMAD? cause I would be!! Send that to me :-) if they send you another I will gladly take that of your hands! PM me when you find out.

[Cottonmouth]

UMAD? cause I would be!! Send that to me :-) if they send you another I will gladly take that of your hands! PM me when you find out.

You think it is fixable??? =\

[Cottonmouth]

Just got off the phone with Stratmosphere and apparently the quad tip resonated exhaust currently offered on the website is no longer available. On top of that they have been having problems with their systems there and my order got lost.

So to try to make things right, they will be Frankensteining me a kit. Using Miltek parts from the front section on a 2.0T A4 and an S4 rear section. I have no idea what this is going to sound like. I hope it will be subtle and deep. They will be calling me back with more of a game plan shortly.

This kinda sucks since my 034 HFC is sitting on the workbench waiting to go in...

Does anyone know what this might sound like? Strat said they did this for another customer recently. Anyone here?

[Cottonmouth]

3 piece spoiler is getting painted and installed today.

[DRAKLORE]

You couldn't fix that and have it look right :-/ I just would rock that cracked carbon valence over my POS rieger valence :-/

[Cottonmouth]

So I put it on last night in my driveway like all of my other mods...

I never want to do that again. The rear was on ramps and the front was on jack stands. My 6'3" 250lb frame did not fit under there without a lot of effort. My whole body aches.

Here are some comments on the install:

All of the parts had supplied hardware to do the install. The only thing I had to reuse was the 4 nuts on the Turbo. Getting the OEM cat and downpipe was not too bad. I just undid the midpipe clamp and it pulled out through the engine bay. So I thought I could connect the 034 HFC to the Strat downpipe. WRONG! I ended up pushing the HFC into the top of the engine bay first and then crawling under the car and connecting them with the 3 supplied bolts from 034. Then pulling the whole assembly back up and connecting it to the turbo. 3 out of 4 nuts went back on without having to go under the car. the 4th was a bit difficult to get to from under. Once that was on the midpipe and mufflers went on without too many issues. I used my jack to lift the midpipe up into position while I bolted it up. The mufflers went in pretty easy. If I had to give it a difficulty rating, I would have to say 7/10 or 8/10.

I still have to make some adjustments to the system. The hangers for the midpipe sometimes touch my driveshaft causing a scrape/rattle sound. I'll see what I can do without having to take it to a shop.

I took a bunch of pics last. I'll get them uploaded as soon as soon as I can.

[Cottonmouth]

Ok here are the pics...

You can also see the 3 piece spoiler I installed last week.

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[PPLAPW]

^ How are the Falken's holding up? I'm looking at 19'' tires for my new V718's.

Car looks great! Any plans on putting the lug bolt caps on the bolts?

[Cottonmouth]

^ How are the Falken's holding up? I'm looking at 19'' tires for my new V718's.

Car looks great! Any plans on putting the lug bolt caps on the bolts?

The Falkens are doing well so far. The lug bolt caps are on order.

[Coderedpl]

Any video clips? Or did i miss something? =P

[Operator]

Exhaust looks sharpe!!!! I like how you laid them out for a side by side comparo.

[your daddy]

spoiler looks good;) glad it got there ok!

[Cottonmouth]

So I picked up a couple new pieces today.

The RS4 covers for under the hood including the battery cover. I will be cleaning the engine bay shortly because I still have to add the 034 catch can.

Sorry for the crappy cell pics.

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I am also getting a set of R8 oil and coolant caps soon too. ;)

[Cottonmouth]

Ok. So here we are. The weather is getting cooler and the wallet is getting thinner.

Here is what I managed to accomplish this year.


APR stage 1 tune fully loaded ECU
S4 mirror covers
Carbonio cold air intake
332mm Brembo brake kit
VMR V718 19" rims
Vogtland coilovers
RS4 rear sway bar
034 Motorsports snub mount
034 Motorsports catch can
034 Motorsports high flow catalytic converter
Stratmosphere quad tip resonated catback
S4 rear valance
3 piece spoiler
35% tint all around
RS4 engine bay cover
RS4 battery tray covers
Coil packs (red)
R8 oil cap
R8 coolant cap
Cupra front lip


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Next summer I will be looking into:


AWE FMIC
APR HPFP
Clutch upgrade
Boost gauge
Vorsteiner carbon fiber hood
RS4/TTS flat bottom steering wheel
RS4 pedals and dead pedal
Bi-Xenons with Fly's LED mod


My first choice for parts is going to be found in the Classified section. If anyone has any of the parts listed above, shoot me a PM. If that does not provide me results, I will be waiting for a sale or two to pop up in the off-season.

[Operator]

Good luck on that Vorsteiner hood.

[Cottonmouth]

Good luck on that Vorsteiner hood.

Thanks. I have seen them new for $1500 to $2500.

What's the difference/benefit between single and double sided???

[Operator]

That's the thing, where are you finding them, and are you sure they are actually in stock. Most sites show them as discountinued, or out of stock they just for some reason haven't taken them off their sites.

[Cottonmouth]

That's the thing, where are you finding them, and are you sure they are actually in stock. Most sites show them as discountinued, or out of stock they just for some reason haven't taken them off their sites.

Crap

[Operator]

If you find a source for less than $1k, let me know.

[jerseybrian]

Just got off the phone with Stratmosphere and apparently the quad tip resonated exhaust currently offered on the website is no longer available. On top of that they have been having problems with their systems there and my order got lost.

So to try to make things right, they will be Frankensteining me a kit. Using Miltek parts from the front section on a 2.0T A4 and an S4 rear section. I have no idea what this is going to sound like. I hope it will be subtle and deep. They will be calling me back with more of a game plan shortly.

This kinda sucks since my 034 HFC is sitting on the workbench waiting to go in...

Does anyone know what this might sound like? Strat said they did this for another customer recently. Anyone here?

That was me :) After looking at the "kit" they made you... we have different Frankenstein parts lol. The mufflers look different than mine and I have separate resonators for each pipe... not a combined one like you have

[eskimopunk]

RS Vorsteiner hood - Wait till quattro sells his car (could be hundreds of years from now) and buy the one off his. I think his is possible double-sided cf too.

[aaron1085]

send me a link of where you got the BBK please. How are you liking it? Do you plan on running the drilled rotors in the winter ? (I hear they are prone to cracking)
Plan on running the stock wheels in the winter, interested to see if the BBK will work with those....

[Cottonmouth]

I got the 332mm Brembo kit from PureMS along with some 15mm spacers. This was so that the OEM 17" rims would clear. They fit perfectly. I was not aware there was an issue with cracked rotors. If that is true then I'm sure the Brembo warranty will cover it.

[aaron1085]

Also,
maybe i missed this....stock rear brakes or upgraded?

[Cottonmouth]

Stock for now.

[Cottonmouth]

Also,
maybe i missed this....stock rear brakes or upgraded?

Rear brakes were upgraded in the fall to ECS ventilated two piece rotors. I also recently added an AWE FMIC.

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