Upgrade: 2010 A4 to 2013 S4 - Mod Thread

[Okan509]

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[bknewtype]

Congrats buddy. Parking lot looks familiar

Just dont be that s4 driver (;


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[Mops@Nemesis]

Congrats.

You'll fit right in.


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[s4buckeye]

Congrats.

You'll fit right in.


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lulz and lulz.

[phillips2024]

Congrats!!!


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[bwoy1981]

Congrats Alex! ! Great color choice. You sold the springs from the A4?

[Mops@Nemesis]

Much better, pecker head <3

Glad this worked out for you. Let me know if you have any other questions about the products.

If anyone is inserted, I have a bit better code that I cannot post. PM me.

[coolwater]

Congrats! Looking good and welcome to the black on black club.
Looking forward to the spacer pics.

-cW

[LakeShow]

Congrats mate!! Looking forward to seeing the mods.

[VeryBadman]

Welcome to the forum!


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[drob23]

Nice upgrade, what coilovers you got hiding in that box?

[Mops@Nemesis]

Grille looks fantastic. Props for pulling the fender badges... Such an eyesore. I would also dip the strips buy the fog grilles but you may want to leave as is to tie in. Once dropped and the ambers are gone, she is going to look great.

[Isik]

Congrats/Tebrikler! Coming together nicely ;)

[bknewtype]

The fake bubbie job looks great


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[SteveYem]

Nice work on the side reflectors. Does the side marker light still shine through the vinyl overlay at all?

[bknewtype]

So im assuming these headlights are able to b baked and opened. Is it possible for the 5's facelift lights? If so u might got urself a new side job ;)


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[Mops@Nemesis]

Damn, that was quick! Looks the sexy.

[Audacious]

looks awesome man, always a big fan of the headlights. congrats on the car.

[coolwater]

Headlights look good. And here I thought you hated vinyl... :)
-cW

[staticuxo]

looks great alex [up] what vinyl did you end up using?

[staticuxo]

thanks man!
it is a brushed gunmetal that I picked up on ebay, some generic brand - never had issues with it before. can post some pictures of the roll if interested

didn't want black on black, really diggin this look

i agree, black looks odd.. yours look very similar to the reflector color in an ecode, which i like [up] post a pic of the roll please. i think i'm gunna go with this, too!

[TypeS2K5]

congrats on the new ride okan...already off to a great start with the mods...can't wait to see more [wrench]

and black is such a pain to maintain, but when done right, looks SO good..keep it up!

[Auditude2.0T]

Congrats bro!

[Okan509]

i agree, black looks odd.. yours look very similar to the reflector color in an ecode, which i like [up] post a pic of the roll please. i think i'm gunna go with this, too!

I got a huge roll, so after I post a pic, let me know if you want me to send you some. could cut some pieces (enough for screw ups too) and send in an envelope


congrats on the new ride okan...already off to a great start with the mods...can't wait to see more [wrench]

and black is such a pain to maintain, but when done right, looks SO good..keep it up!

haha thanks man, love your ride too! be going for that sexy OEM look on stock wheels lowered like you. agreed, just washed it for the first time, and it let me know fast that the care involved will be high.


Congrats bro!

thanks!

[thedollardoctor]

Congrats on the new ride and welcome to God's Chariot Club :-)

Looking forward to watching your progress! Subscribed

[Okan509]

Congrats on the new ride and welcome to God's Chariot Club :-)

Looking forward to watching your progress! Subscribed

really appreciate it, thank! My soul is already darker after the purchase ;)


Here is a shot of the vinyl chachyyy

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/a77af6de-1a97-4a34-aea4-b6b2e65e0d58.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/a77af6de-1a97-4a34-aea4-b6b2e65e0d58.jpg.html)

[thedollardoctor]

really appreciate it, thank! My soul is already darker after the purchase ;)


Here is a shot of the vinyl chachyyy

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/a77af6de-1a97-4a34-aea4-b6b2e65e0d58.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/a77af6de-1a97-4a34-aea4-b6b2e65e0d58.jpg.html)

Lol! Good stuff bro!

Really impressed with how quickly and fearlessly you fixed the crappy headlights and grille! It's almost like you've been monitoring and planning what NEEDS to be done when you buy a B8.5 S4 :)

[Okan509]

well to be fair, I have been on the forums - and I did my old cars headlights and grille.

I would copy your set-up if I had a lighter color car, your headlights are freaking awesome. love them. Love everything about your car really.. lol

fearless, no.. I was stressed out and shaky while doing it haha. I was very careful and knew from experience certain things to avoid. But still approached the headlight mod very cautiously

[thedollardoctor]

Right on, and thanks!

Yeah, I agree with your take on doing my style headlights on a black car. Not really sure how you could do it without them just disappearing.

On my murdered Infiniti G37 vert, I did silver accents inside the headlights, and then had the Infiniti emblems painted the same color silver, for a black and silver accent instead of black with chrome. It would have to be something like that.

I have personally done my own headlight mods a couple times as well, old (EVO VIII) and I know what you mean! You have to be very careful and it's always a bit stressful messing with headlights.

Anyway, love the direction you're headed with the car so far! Nice and clean

[staticuxo]

I got a huge roll, so after I post a pic, let me know if you want me to send you some. could cut some pieces (enough for screw ups too) and send in an envelope


got any clear closeups of them in your headlight? i didn't realized it was ACTUALLY a brushed finish when i saw them on the car, lol.

that'd be awesome if you would do that.. it'd get my ass moving on those ambers lol it's been way too long with them in. not sure why it's taken me so long.. my B7s i did right away [=(]

[Okan509]

Right on, and thanks!

Yeah, I agree with your take on doing my style headlights on a black car. Not really sure how you could do it without them just disappearing.

On my murdered Infiniti G37 vert, I did silver accents inside the headlights, and then had the Infiniti emblems painted the same color silver, for a black and silver accent instead of black with chrome. It would have to be something like that.

I have personally done my own headlight mods a couple times as well, old (EVO VIII) and I know what you mean! You have to be very careful and it's always a bit stressful messing with headlights.

Anyway, love the direction you're headed with the car so far! Nice and clean

thanks! :) yeah, we are on the same page for sure.


got any clear closeups of them in your headlight? i didn't realized it was ACTUALLY a brushed finish when i saw them on the car, lol.

that'd be awesome if you would do that.. it'd get my ass moving on those ambers lol it's been way too long with them in. not sure why it's taken me so long.. my B7s i did right away [=(]

I have tried to capture them properly, but haven't been able to - you can't really tell that they are brushed unless your 3 feet or closer to the car. They just look like a gunmetal, even slightly lighter than that really.

[brainpan]

wow congrats on the s4 alex, looks like a good start on the mods [up]

[Okan509]

wow congrats on the s4 alex, looks like a good start on the mods [up]

thanks man!

[Sin_city_Rings]

Im a little late to the game here but congrats on the upgrade Alex. Nice big step from a premium A4 to an S4 [up]

[Okan509]

Im a little late to the game here but congrats on the upgrade Alex. Nice big step from a premium A4 to an S4 [up]

thanks so much dude!! :)

[Okan509]

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[chillindrdude]

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How much drop? How do they compare to HR OEs?

And stupid question, but with the ambers vinyl'd, do they still flash orange?

[Okan509]

How much drop? How do they compare to HR OEs?

And stupid question, but with the ambers vinyl'd, do they still flash orange?

they are a full coilover set, they are completely adjustable, so it's up to you how much drop you want.

They do, you gave to use VAG-COM to cancel them out

[Okan509]

Did a few things, dipped the center caps, removed chrome, then sprayed, then reassembled - Think I prefer the OEM look on stock wheels, but black wheels would definitely look better with this set-up

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/photo5-2.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/photo5-2.jpg.html)

Then I went on a road trip to New Orleans, had a fantastic time, protected the front end with painters tape. Pre-trip:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/77311c63-b90d-47f8-801c-820506a3891c.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/77311c63-b90d-47f8-801c-820506a3891c.jpg.html)

Post-trip:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/photo7-1.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/photo7-1.jpg.html)

I re-did the grille and did the fog's as well since the front end was masked when I got back. I screwed up the dip on the grille when taping the fron-end when pushing the edge of the tape between the bumper and grille - otherwise would have washed and it would have looked like this

[Bomiz]

After a year of having plasti-dip on my grill, taking it off was a serious job. Soaked the whole thing in WD-40 which helped, but was still a bitch to take off.

[Okan509]

After a year of having plasti-dip on my grill, taking it off was a serious job. Soaked the whole thing in WD-40 which helped, but was still a bitch to take off.

just peeled it before this job, and I've also never had an issue peeling it

here's a wheel from my old car:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/photo1-3.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/photo1-3.jpg.html)

[Okan509]

haven't been too busy, but did the rear valence:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_1870.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_1870.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/f9f9e8d7-6d2b-4bdb-8c7a-7ad1de4738b9.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/f9f9e8d7-6d2b-4bdb-8c7a-7ad1de4738b9.jpg.html)

[diegom305]

how did you put the vinyl on the amber? did you baked and opened the headlights?

Looks awesome overall... Grill + headlights.

[aka5]

nice!, did you plasti dip the rear valance?

[Okan509]

how did you put the vinyl on the amber? did you baked and opened the headlights?

Looks awesome overall... Grill + headlights.

thanks! I pried the clips off the headlights, then used a heat gun to heat the adhesive, then gently pulled after ~10 minutes of heating, vinyled the amber, heat the seal on the housing (not the lens), then reattached them.


nice!, did you plasti dip the rear valance?

yes, thanks!

[Shadow1019]

Hi Okan509,

I just embarked on the mod for the amber delete (I'm going to plastidip it). But I'm already stuck trying to remove the headlight from the car. I have a 2014 and the only thing holding me up is a tube attached to the bottom of the inside corner of the housing (tear duct area). I can't figure out how to detach it. Can you help?

[Okan509]

Hi Okan509,

I just embarked on the mod for the amber delete (I'm going to plastidip it). But I'm already stuck trying to remove the headlight from the car. I have a 2014 and the only thing holding me up is a tube attached to the bottom of the inside corner of the housing (tear duct area). I can't figure out how to detach it. Can you help?

I was also confused when I got to this part. You simply yank harder than you normally would be comfortable with lol. I know that is not reassuring. lol

Hope this helps, sorry if it took longer than usual to respond.

[Shadow1019]

Thank you, Okan509. I was confused about how it comes off. I thought it was "plugged in" somehow, but it just slides off the plastic it's around (for anyone reading this in the future).

I want to do something that I don't think anyone else has done, but before I commit to it, I want to get some thoughts. I'm thinking I'm just going to remove the orange reflector and the entire black plastic bracket it attaches to and leave it that way instead of plastidipping. This exposes more of the silver inside (which is exactly the color I wanted anyways). Yes, I know it will expose the three LEDs at the bottom that illuminate the reflector, but I already shut those off using the VAG COM cable, so they won't light up and I don't mind how it looks overall. Only negative I see is that from a certain angle, you'll be able to see a little bit of the back of the housing in the corner. This would have been obstructed by the reflector and its bracket previously.

Here's some pictures to give you an idea. Any thoughts on this? I want to make sure I'm not overlooking any functional aspect that this might interfere with.

http://i.imgur.com/hoSZsPP.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/BTHbWjA.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/UhW6FSs.jpg

[Okan509]

IMO I think it looks incomplete. Definitely decent looking still, and better than having the orange. But I like the black bar, it adds to the appeal of the headlight, and then having the bulb exposed for the amber is also unattractive. Just my own opinion, however. [wrench]

[A4 Centaur]

Shadow, looks great, except you should have covered the LED area with a small plate or something. The larger silver area does work very well and you have a great idea going there!

[Shadow1019]

IMO I think it looks incomplete. Definitely decent looking still, and better than having the orange. But I like the black bar, it adds to the appeal of the headlight, and then having the bulb exposed for the amber is also unattractive. Just my own opinion, however. [wrench]


Shadow, looks great, except you should have covered the LED area with a small plate or something. The larger silver area does work very well and you have a great idea going there!

Thanks Okan and Centaur. I appreciate the specific, honest feedback. It's exactly what I was expecting - some will like it, others won't. I think it will look pretty sharp, so I went ahead and did it. My opinion of it is that many people will look at the headlight and just think that's how it's designed. They won't notice anything out of the ordinary. I think covering up the LEDs will just end up drawing more attention because it won't match. But it's dark here so I won't have my final thoughts on it until tomorrow in the sunlight. I haven't touched the other headlight, so I'll be able to make a good comparison. I'll post pics tomorrow.

[Okan509]

Thanks Okan and Centaur. I appreciate the specific, honest feedback. It's exactly what I was expecting - some will like it, others won't. I think it will look pretty sharp, so I went ahead and did it. My opinion of it is that many people will look at the headlight and just think that's how it's designed. They won't notice anything out of the ordinary. I think covering up the LEDs will just end up drawing more attention because it won't match. But it's dark here so I won't have my final thoughts on it until tomorrow in the sunlight. I haven't touched the other headlight, so I'll be able to make a good comparison. I'll post pics tomorrow.

definitely posts some pictures. My initial reaction may not equate to my overall impression. Happy modding!

[Shadow1019]

Ok. Here are some pictures. I like the silver a lot and think it fits perfectly with the other silver and chrome on the car. That 3/4 shot looks so clean without the orange. In person and in the photos, I really don't notice the absence of the black bracket that holds the amber reflector. Again, the exposed LEDs have been deactivated via VAG-COM.

Really interested in hearing what others think. No need to sugar coat it if you don't like it. We all have different tastes and I won't be offended.

http://i.imgur.com/4xQ3ZJW.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/3f5wx3v.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/JTocLDN.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/38gOxmA.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/fcrTBvG.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/tIQyZMY.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/0IgkMTb.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/Z3pUiIE.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/7AYnLqU.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/bSbQWCZ.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/7PZtE0t.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/8aI5ku6.jpg

[Okan509]

I definitely like the subtle detail that the black bar adds, but most all people would never notice..

I have the curse of the eye, though. lol

Looks great, thanks for posting and experimenting! [up][wrench]

[Shadow1019]

Thanks, Okan. I created a new thread because I feel bad for hijacking yours: http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/564602-New-Take-on-the-J-Codes-Complete-Removal-of-Amber-Reflector-Thoughts

Thank you very much for your help through this.

[Okan509]

Thanks, Okan. I created a new thread because I feel bad for hijacking yours: http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/564602-New-Take-on-the-J-Codes-Complete-Removal-of-Amber-Reflector-Thoughts

Thank you very much for your help through this.

all good man, left you a post over there

another shot of mine: (also the dipped center caps - for unrelated build material)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_1930.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_1930.jpg.html)

[Okan509]

wrapping the window trim. pics tomorrow

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/photo-6.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/photo-6.jpg.html)

[Okan509]

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_1932-1.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_1932-1.jpg.html)

tomorrow will be done. done for the evening

[Okan509]

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/dd1.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/dd1.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_1933.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_1933.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_1935.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_1935.jpg.html)

[Bomiz]

Very Nice! What color did you use for your amber? send me link!

[Okan509]

Very Nice! What color did you use for your amber? send me link!

thanks

here it is: http://www.ebay.com/itm/12-X-60-GUNMETAL-BRUSHED-ALUMINUM-VINYL-WRAP-PRO-GRADE-BUBBLE-FREE-AIR-RELEASE-/140909020753?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item20ced50651&vxp=mtr

[Okan509]

progress so far. before and after.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_1790.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_1790.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_1937.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_1937.jpg.html)

[drob23]

Looks really good, still can't believe how much a difference that amber corner makes! How hard would you say vinyl wrapping the window trim was? Something a moderate beginner could tackle, or requires some experience? Where are the seams if you don't mind me asking? Thanks!

[Okan509]

Looks really good, still can't believe how much a difference that amber corner makes! How hard would you say vinyl wrapping the window trim was? Something a moderate beginner could tackle, or requires some experience? Where are the seams if you don't mind me asking? Thanks!

I would not recommend anyone doing it lol. It was by far the hardest thing I have done - and it is not perfect. There is a seam right between the doors at the top, and another in the rear quarter window (naturally has a seam in the chrome, felt fitting to put one there).

I have done a bunch of DIY's. nearly everything on my previous audi and everything on this one. I would not undertake without extreme caution, tape under the windows with masking to protect paint from blade, and take your time.

I think most places quote 200 for the job. I did mine for 20 and about 5 hours of time.

[Okan509]

Got bored: outcome lol

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2011.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2011.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2009.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2009.jpg.html)

[aka5]

i like it!

[Shadow1019]

Looks good, Okan. Why did you decide to wrap the trim instead of plasti-dip? Long-term durability?

[Bomiz]

Lol. Looks like Apr. This guy is the vinyl king, except he cannot share his skill with others! [:D]

[Okan509]

i like it!

thanks, Not sure if I'm sold. but I'll rock it for a bit


Looks good, Okan. Why did you decide to wrap the trim instead of plasti-dip? Long-term durability?

thanks. I thought (wrongly) that taping everything up to dip the trim would have been more work than to just vinyl it. I hear bad things about vinyl and trim, so it's not that. Plus plastidip isn't a very pure black, I thought it might look weird after a little bit of fading


Lol. Looks like Apr. This guy is the vinyl king, except he cannot share his skill with others! [:D]

lol. I can try, only so far a full run-down will get you if you aight got the skills [:p]

[Okan509]

more pictures:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2024.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2024.jpg.html)


http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/fb7d570d-14d2-48d4-8568-4f8eb413633a.jpg?t=1385249837

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/6c20ba03-3904-4900-a838-ee1254518068.jpg?t=1385230836

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/1f1f3c3a-0a57-4b6e-87dc-adafe31310eb.jpg?t=1385230617

[Okan509]

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/ac6d66f4-1540-4d10-973d-041e8a7e158e.jpg?t=1385248650



http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/9dbdb33f-639c-4029-a6c7-c0da186d6ba1.jpg


http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/0410bac1-e98b-4fbd-9ee3-8a4b4a306124.jpg?t=1385249093

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/bc79ab01-a630-4b98-aa40-89b55684935f.jpg?t=1385249304

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/85f62e09-094d-4974-9587-a50411baf278.jpg?t=1385249382

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/e0c60824-cdf9-4f1c-92b5-ef78c183bb3a.jpg?t=1385249609

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/3ee58600-6c1b-4bd7-96e6-131a74d7ee44.jpg?t=1385438215

[Okan509]

Rene provided this for me:

http://maxx.wolltech.com/IMG_2044fixed.jpg

[bknewtype]

Not too big of a fan with those wheels in black but it def looks clean. Any plans for aftermarket wheels?

Might of missed it but are you dropping this car at all?


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[Okan509]

Not too big of a fan with those wheels in black but it def looks clean. Any plans for aftermarket wheels?

Might of missed it but are you dropping this car at all?


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this is temporary, it looks mean as hell, that I do like. lol

drop coming soon. still debating what I want though.

[TypeS2K5]

All black is def. mean, but a drop will make it killer. Haven't ridden on any other set ups, but I love my H&R coils...not a single problem in 12,000 miles so far and the ride's as comfortable as can be [up]

Pull the trigger!

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[Okan509]

All black is def. mean, but a drop will make it killer. Haven't ridden on any other set ups, but I love my H&R coils...not a single problem in 12,000 miles so far and the ride's as comfortable as can be [up]

Pull the trigger!

//via HTC ONE

I've never heard bad things about H&R, until stat haha. Thanks, it looks mean as hell, only reason why I'm into it. Hopefully soon, but I can't get bags off my mind.

[Bomiz]

I've never heard bad things about H&R, until stat haha. Thanks, it looks mean as hell, only reason why I'm into it. Hopefully soon, but I can't get bags off my mind.

do bags already alex!

[staticuxo]

I've never heard bad things about H&R, until stat haha. Thanks, it looks mean as hell, only reason why I'm into it. Hopefully soon, but I can't get bags off my mind.

haha, don't let my current issue sway you.. it's just a binding/popping noise at low parking lot speeds when turning. it's not like it's unsafe or handling is compromised. once over 10mph, they're perfect.

in fact, if i do get swap into a 2013 S4 i'll be doing H&Rs again. i had no issues on my S5 with H&Rs either and mopz still has that set on his A5!

DO IT!

[Okan509]

do bags already alex!

you do owe 5k for the time I spent consulting you. How about you just ship me the parts and we'll call it even?


haha, don't let my current issue sway you.. it's just a binding/popping noise at low parking lot speeds when turning. it's not like it's unsafe or handling is compromised. once over 10mph, they're perfect.

in fact, if i do get swap into a 2013 S4 i'll be doing H&Rs again. i had no issues on my S5 with H&Rs either and mopz still has that set on his A5!

DO IT!

Oh no, it isn't.. but I still want bags over coils. I fear I will end up with springs before coils, if I don't get bags. Bags will be far out if I do decide.

[Okan509]

bored update. I am due for 5k service. I'm thinking I'll have the windows tinted while I'm there. fantastic 5k miles so far, I'm in love with this car for sure.

[http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/34803aee-2d40-4b0f-82de-ce58486c264f.jpg?t=1385438672

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/fb8df1ed-7045-48dc-a005-22e4a86f92fc.jpg?t=1385439107



http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/8216d9be-fe85-4b92-9489-3832aa88ee67.jpg?t=1385304075

[seanj130]

Boooomizzz... You should have put it on thicker. The more that goes on.. The easier it is to come off!


After a year of having plasti-dip on my grill, taking it off was a serious job. Soaked the whole thing in WD-40 which helped, but was still a bitch to take off.

[Okan509]

got rid of the vinyl:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2094-2.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2094-2.jpg.html)

[raudiace4]

You need rims, those stock 18" make S4s look terrible IMO.

[Okan509]

You need rims, those stock 18" make S4s look terrible IMO.

money money monaaayyyy.

[TypeS2K5]

Nice interior shots man...so jealous of your interior. Drop dat thing soon plzkthxbye :)

// via HTC One

[Okan509]

Nice interior shots man...so jealous of your interior. Drop dat thing soon plzkthxbye :)

// via HTC One

haha thanks man, I love it. will do, thanks for stopping by lol

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2120-5.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2120-5.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2109-7.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2109-7.jpg.html)

[Mops@Nemesis]

Your wheels are ugly, and you need low. Imo. That first pic is super cool. I love that setting.

[raudiace4]

Beautiful car btw, I'm waiting for rims too. Undecided. Springs will follow soon after wheels I'm sure.

[Okan509]

Your wheels are ugly, and you need low. Imo. That first pic is super cool. I love that setting.


Beautiful car btw, I'm waiting for rims too. Undecided. Springs will follow soon after wheels I'm sure.

hahaha I love how it's being held against me, personally, for having the stock 18's that come with the S4. yo, I didn't want these wheels. [>_<]

thanks mops haha.

I don't have the cash to throw around, one day I'll be in here doing it big on a different platform, but for now this will have to do.

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more edits.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2106.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2106.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2097-1.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2097-1.jpg.html)

[staticuxo]

alex, i think i might clear my B8.5 headlights in the next few weeks.. any tips?

i see the color vinyl you used differs from the matte silver housing itself. it looks better than the darker vinyls though.. those stand out too much and to me looks funny. darker only works on the B8 IMHO. i almost like the look of the guy who just completely removed the reflector itself... hmmmmm

[Okan509]

alex, i think i might clear my B8.5 headlights in the next few weeks.. any tips?

i see the color vinyl you used differs from the matte silver housing itself. it looks better than the darker vinyls though.. those stand out too much and to me looks funny. darker only works on the B8 IMHO. i almost like the look of the guy who just completely removed the reflector itself... hmmmmm

IMO it doesn't loot at all out of place. I like that it doesn't match. If you went with a similar color it would like match the color of your car. Jeremy's car has grey one's that match monsoon. really good look IMO.
I was lucky and went out on a limb with this color, but I honestly couldn't see myself any happier with the result or any more pleased with a different color.

I tried walking boomiz through the process, but he still failed. So I don't know that I can recommend doing it anymore (encourage), but if you are determined I'll give you any advice that I can.

[staticuxo]

IMO it doesn't loot at all out of place. I like that it doesn't match. If you went with a similar color it would like match the color of your car. Jeremy's car has grey one's that match monsoon. really good look IMO.
I was lucky and went out on a limb with this color, but I honestly couldn't see myself any happier with the result or any more pleased with a different color.

I tried walking boomiz through the process, but he still failed. So I don't know that I can recommend doing it anymore (encourage), but if you are determined I'll give you any advice that I can.

lol well i'm sure i can do it. i've done it 2 other times with my B7s and it looks very similar except for the vinyling- the B7s you just popped the amber out and resealed.

where'd you get the vinyl again? might just order the same shit lol i just was worried the brushed would look out of place... looks great on black, but worried about monsoon.

EDIT: found your ebay link!

[Okan509]

lol well i'm sure i can do it. i've done it 2 other times with my B7s and it looks very similar except for the vinyling- the B7s you just popped the amber out and resealed.

where'd you get the vinyl again? might just order the same shit lol i just was worried the brushed would look out of place.

I remember you telling me that, I still feel bad about boomiz (vinyl is bad, and seal is bad one one headlight, has water in it), so regardless I am no longer personally encouraging it, I CANT HAVE THAT BLOOD ON MY HANDS! lol

http://www.ebay.com/itm/12-X-60-GUNMETAL-BRUSHED-ALUMINUM-VINYL-WRAP-PRO-GRADE-BUBBLE-FREE-AIR-RELEASE-/140909020753?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item20ced50651&vxp=mtr

this is the stuff. check out jeremy's car again to see the color match - I think it looks great.

[staticuxo]

I remember you telling me that, I still feel bad about boomiz (vinyl is bad, and seal is bad one one headlight, has water in it), so regardless I am no longer personally encouraging it, I CANT HAVE THAT BLOOD ON MY HANDS! lol

http://www.ebay.com/itm/12-X-60-GUNMETAL-BRUSHED-ALUMINUM-VINYL-WRAP-PRO-GRADE-BUBBLE-FREE-AIR-RELEASE-/140909020753?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item20ced50651&vxp=mtr

this is the stuff. check out jeremy's car again to see the color match - I think it looks great.

his does look good.... hmm. i'm just worried in the B8.5 it might stand out TOO much with that color. his was vinyl too? nevermind, just read he painted them lol

EDIT:
did you order GUNMETAL brushed aluminum or just brushed aluminum? i think i'm gunna try the regular brushed aluminum: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1FT-X-5FT-SILVER-BRUSHED-ALUMINUM-VINYL-WRAP-PRO-GRADE-BUBBLE-FREE-AIR-RELEASE-/130789556489?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item1e73aa4109

what about a silver carbon fiber? lol fuck, i hate decisions like this.

[Mops@Nemesis]

I don't have the cash to throw around, one day I'll be in here doing it big on a different platform, but for now this will have to do.

more edits.

To afford a new S4 at your age.... I think you are doing prety damn good. You have a much nicer car than I. Not your fault they are ugly, its Audi's fault;)

Holy moly the green in the second shot. You must pay close attention to the entire shot as you mess with colors. Even the rear wheel has color all over it. Nice pics though. I will push you some to play with tonight.


I tried walking boomiz through the process, but he still failed.

Lulz, imo.

[Okan509]

his does look good.... hmm. i'm just worried in the B8.5 it might stand out TOO much with that color. his was vinyl too? nevermind, just read he painted them lol

EDIT:
did you order GUNMETAL brushed aluminum or just brushed aluminum? i think i'm gunna try the regular brushed aluminum: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1FT-X-5FT-SILVER-BRUSHED-ALUMINUM-VINYL-WRAP-PRO-GRADE-BUBBLE-FREE-AIR-RELEASE-/130789556489?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item1e73aa4109

what about a silver carbon fiber? lol fuck, i hate decisions like this.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_6092.jpeg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_6092.jpeg.html)

this is the aluminum. I personally do not like it at all. It's trying too hard to match, and does not.

If I were you I would color match to monsoon


To afford a new S4 at your age.... I think you are doing prety damn good. You have a much nicer car than I. Not your fault they are ugly, its Audi's fault;)

Holy moly the green in the second shot. You must pay close attention to the entire shot as you mess with colors. Even the rear wheel has color all over it. Nice pics though. I will push you some to play with tonight.



Lulz, imo.

thank you for the kind words, I appreciate it more than you know.

Thanks for the tips, I cannot get the editing down for car shots, because I'm always choosing settings that make the car look best, which doesn't always coincide with what makes the other aspects of the shot look best, so there is a happy medium but I keep over shooting it lol.

I feel like my grasp at people/environments is good. cars. no. send me some of your raws, please

[staticuxo]

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_6092.jpeg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_6092.jpeg.html)

this is the aluminum. I personally do not like it at all. It's trying too hard to match, and does not.

If I were you I would color match to monsoon




color matching requires painting.. and me not having them done ASAP lol. can't have the headlights open that long for a shop to paint them. also, i feel monsoon is almost too close to the matte silver inside looking at the image you showed above.. on the B8 i think it looks great, but B8.5 ambers are huge and from the side flow with the car.

i see what you mean about it trying to match too much, yet being off. that would bother me as well. any more pics of that car?

in all honesty, ANYTHING will look better than orange, haha. maybe i'll go with yours then, it almost looks like the ecodes where it stands out, but isn't an eye sore. you think carbon fiber or silver carbon fiber will look funny?

[Okan509]

color matching requires painting.. and me not having them done ASAP lol. can't have the headlights open that long for a shop to paint them. also, i feel monsoon is almost too close to the matte silver inside looking at the image you showed above.. on the B8 i think it looks great, but B8.5 ambers are huge and from the side flow with the car.

i see what you mean about it trying to match too much, yet being off. that would bother me as well. any more pics of that car?

in all honesty, ANYTHING will look better than orange, haha. maybe i'll go with yours then, it almost looks like the ecodes where it stands out, but isn't an eye sore. you think carbon fiber or silver carbon fiber will look funny?

I wouldn't do silver CF, it will look like above but with the obnoxious pattern. black cf is fine, not a huge fan but it appears more like a dark grey with any distance, someone has a b8.5 monsoon with cf I think.

Going with mine is good, I love how the headlights look, applying it to certain colors changes the look though. Black is never a bad option either.

you could see how close the gunmetal p-dip is too.

and yes, anything is better than orange.

I'll check for examples

[Okan509]

here is another shot of his car, scouting for cf on b8.5
http://i272.photobucket.com/albums/jj162/bomiz96/null_zps4013c746.jpg

[Okan509]

here is cf:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7375/10906891435_eec23e8e8c_c.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3820/10906887825_3573738798_c.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3812/10906911426_9aef846db8_c.jpg

[Mops@Nemesis]

thank you for the kind words, I appreciate it more than you know.

Thanks for the tips, I cannot get the editing down for car shots, because I'm always choosing settings that make the car look best, which doesn't always coincide with what makes the other aspects of the shot look best, so there is a happy medium but I keep over shooting it lol.

I feel like my grasp at people/environments is good. cars. no. send me some of your raws, please

Dude, you just started what, a couple of weeks ago with Lr? You'll get it. If I can, you for sure can. In the end, come back and play with vibrance/saturation once all is done. Even tint and the other one. And you really cannot be wrong. Sometimes its fun to get whacky about it. I try and keep things IRL looking, but am trying to do some different stuff as well. Like this one from this weekend. I really like the edit....

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5524/11164537765_efb007b5af_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/91999203@N06/11164537765/)
IMG_1468 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/91999203@N06/11164537765/) by Audiyos (http://www.flickr.com/people/91999203@N06/), on Flickr

I washed the car out pretty much, but left a good bit of color around it.

[staticuxo]

I wouldn't do silver CF, it will look like above but with the obnoxious pattern. black cf is fine, not a huge fan but it appears more like a dark grey with any distance, someone has a b8.5 monsoon with cf I think.

Going with mine is good, I love how the headlights look, applying it to certain colors changes the look though. Black is never a bad option either.

you could see how close the gunmetal p-dip is too.

and yes, anything is better than orange.

I'll check for examples

i think black will stand out too much in a negative way.. even the CF you posted looks good up close, but from afar it looks slightly too dark to me lol. i am going with a titanium theme though, so perhaps it will tie in..

see, i actually like Bomiz's from a distance, it looks like a clear ecode lens.. but up close, it's too close but not matching the OEM matte silver.

i'm considering just getting the same as you, it's not too dark, and not too light.

[Mops@Nemesis]

You guys and your fake bubbies[rolleyes]

[NPuter]

Holy moly the green in the second shot. You must pay close attention to the entire shot as you mess with colors. Even the rear wheel has color all over it. Nice pics though. I will push you some to play with tonight.

Alex, that green is chromatic aberration. You can see it up on the garage door as well. Pretty severe looking, but your edits emphasized it. Higher quality lenses produce less of it. There is a camera correction panel that has controls to remove CA. Check the box that says "remove chromatic aberration" and adjust the purple and green sliders until it's gone. Don't go crazy with the sliders though, as you will get weird side effects if you go too far with them.

Very nice edit indeed mop.

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[Okan509]

i think black will stand out too much in a negative way.. even the CF you posted looks good up close, but from afar it looks slightly too dark to me lol. i am going with a titanium theme though, so perhaps it will tie in..

see, i actually like Bomiz's from a distance, it looks like a clear ecode lens.. but up close, it's too close but not matching the OEM matte silver.

i'm considering just getting the same as you, it's not too dark, and not too light.

awesome!!!


You guys and your fake bubbies[rolleyes]

lulz.


Alex, that green is chromatic aberration. You can see it up on the garage door as well. Pretty severe looking, but your edits emphasized it. Higher quality lenses produce less of it. There is a camera correction panel that has controls to remove CA. Check the box that says "remove chromatic aberration" and adjust the purple and green sliders until it's gone. Don't go crazy with the sliders though, as you will get weird side effects if you go too far with them.

Very nice edit indeed mop.

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very nice indeed mops. Thanks a bunch nick, that would make sense, looking at the original it is still there, but obviously no where near the force that it presents in the edit. I will try that out. That's something I would have never known unless someone told me haha

[drob23]

i think black will stand out too much in a negative way.. even the CF you posted looks good up close, but from afar it looks slightly too dark to me lol. i am going with a titanium theme though, so perhaps it will tie in..

see, i actually like Bomiz's from a distance, it looks like a clear ecode lens.. but up close, it's too close but not matching the OEM matte silver.

i'm considering just getting the same as you, it's not too dark, and not too light.

Keep in mind that some of the contrast you're seeing in the far away shots is in part due to the camera. The kind I used in the referenced shots above is http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0058DIDTY/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 There's also an anthracite one that you could try - http://www.amazon.com/3M-Scotchprint-Carbon-Fiber-Anthracite/dp/B00597WDN6

[staticuxo]

Keep in mind that some of the contrast you're seeing in the far away shots is in part due to the camera. The kind I used in the referenced shots above is http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0058DIDTY/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 There's also an anthracite one that you could try - http://www.amazon.com/3M-Scotchprint-Carbon-Fiber-Anthracite/dp/B00597WDN6

yeah, i see what you mean.. now you have me questioning if i want to go CF.. lol. especially since there's an anthracite CF which looks slightly lighter! nice work man, car looks great [up]

ok alex, sorry for hijacking your thread lol [:D]

[Okan509]

yeah, i see what you mean.. now you have me questioning if i want to go CF.. lol. especially since there's an anthracite CF which looks slightly lighter! nice work man, car looks great [up]

ok alex, sorry for hijacking your thread lol [:D]

this is what threads are for.

[Mops@Nemesis]

Alex, that green is chromatic aberration. You can see it up on the garage door as well. Pretty severe looking, but your edits emphasized it. Higher quality lenses produce less of it. There is a camera correction panel that has controls to remove CA. Check the box that says "remove chromatic aberration" and adjust the purple and green sliders until it's gone. Don't go crazy with the sliders though, as you will get weird side effects if you go too far with them.

Very nice edit indeed mop.

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I was going to mention fringing, but was not aware it could be so severe;) Also thought that it mainly came from very good lenses (ie RJ's 50mm f/1.2). Also, I just noticed the CA check box. I never check it, but only adjust the slides?

Nick is correct about watching as you slide. Especially taillights.

Thanks, my quick progression is heavily due to Mr Puter and @mxrz <3 And OCD. Thanks, OCD [up]

[staticuxo]

this is what threads are for.

yeah, but it's your thread, sir.. for your build, not mine d:

anthracite cf or gunmetal brushed aluminum? lol i'm tempted to do this saturday... maybe whichever one can deliver by then! [eek]

[Mops@Nemesis]

Eh, go troll mine. Its the largest mess of a build on here:P

No CF, please. Brushed alu [up]

[Okan509]

I was going to mention fringing, but was not aware it could be so severe;) Also thought that it mainly came from very good lenses (ie RJ's 50mm f/1.2). Also, I just noticed the CA check box. I never check it, but only adjust the slides?

Nick is correct about watching as you slide. Especially taillights.

Thanks, my quick progression is heavily due to Mr Puter and @mxrz <3 And OCD. Thanks, OCD [up]

I need the feedback whenever possible! give it to me!


yeah, but it's your thread, sir.. for your build, not mine d:

anthracite cf or gunmetal brushed aluminum? lol i'm tempted to do this saturday... maybe whichever one can deliver by then! [eek]

haha I don't care at all


Eh, go troll mine. Its the largest mess of a build on here:P

No CF, please. Brushed alu [up]

haha, true.

GM brushed aluminum! [up]

Random: http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2044fixed-2.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2044fixed-2.jpg.html)

[staticuxo]

Eh, go troll mine. Its the largest mess of a build on here:P

No CF, please. Brushed alu [up]

done. was leaning towards this as i have no CF on the car lol


I need the feedback whenever possible! give it to me!



haha I don't care at all



haha, true.

GM brushed aluminum! [up]

done! says it should be here from thurs- sat! giddy! gunna take them apart saturday morning [up]

[Mops@Nemesis]

Best of ruck!

[NPuter]

I was going to mention fringing, but was not aware it could be so severe;) Also thought that it mainly came from very good lenses (ie RJ's 50mm f/1.2). Also, I just noticed the CA check box. I never check it, but only adjust the slides?

Nick is correct about watching as you slide. Especially taillights.

Thanks, my quick progression is heavily due to Mr Puter and @mxrz <3 And OCD. Thanks, OCD [up]

Not sure if the correction sliders do anything without checking the box. It may be that checking the box and adjusting the sliders do different things. I usually check the box first, then adjust the sliders if additional correction is necessary (which is pretty rare for me unless I'm using one of the sigmas [:p])

The fringing you got from that 50 was insane! L lenses use special glass that is meant to reduce chromatic aberration - that is one of the reasons that they cost so much... Fast primes are more prone to CA, but I still think something was wrong with that lens.

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[Okan509]

so I have been experimenting. I might get flamed for this, but whatever, flame on. It is just some tinkering fun, and I'm not so sure I'm going to keep it.

I wanted to fiddle with the stock air box/intake so my first take (friday) came out like this (see picture below). which is just the stock box removed, and the top of the box rotated on it's axis 90 degrees to an upward position.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2136.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2136.jpg.html)

Then I realized I could use the stock inlet pieces if I just rotated the top of the air box ("heat shield" lulz) a little. (see picture below)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2138.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2138.jpg.html)

Then, I got committed to the whole idea and went to my local auto store to pick up some additions. The filter is similarly sized to OEM, made by Spectre. I read some reviews and couldn't really find anything bad about it, the only thing that concerns me is it being oiled. I went ahead and did some research and seems the more popular intakes for this platform are as well (Roc-Euro being my main influence). I also picked up a breather (would keep this little guy even if I went back to OEM filter without the stock airbox).

For a final outcome of this:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2139.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2139.jpg.html)

It does not incorporate the top of the air box like I previously set up, the designs did not allow it (I'll have to fiddle with it more later, I might be able to get it to work). I am still obviously using the stock piping.

All in all I would say most of the whine noise comes from removing the stock airbox (and more than likely/possibly) the piping. I have come to this conclusion because with the OEM filter or the aftermarket one, the sound was very similar with the box removed.

However, the difference in the butt dyno is completely different. With the stock air box removed using stock filters, the car felt identical to how it behaved previous to removing the box. With the new filters, it feels like it pulls harder.

That is all, feedback is appreciated, I will not take offense. open to suggestions. you will not hurt my feelings lol, I'm likely as iffy as you onlookers haha

oh and I spent 45 to do this, so ROI seems high.

[d.p]

Its oiled to trap contaminants in the air which is a good thing.

[Mops@Nemesis]

Looks like shit. You suck. Good work [up]

[Okan509]

Its oiled to trap contaminants in the air which is a good thing.

I've heard MAF/MAP issues arise from oiled fitlers, thus my concern. You could elaborate if you wanted to teach me a thing or two :)

[Okan509]

Looks like shit. You suck. Good work [up]

lol thanks. <3

I could forge my own heat shield.. hmmmm

haha

[kngfisher]

So I guess I am the only one who hates that the side view mirrors do not match the body color in these cars like they do on the a4. These things stick out like a sore thumb to me. If someone wants to see if the car is an a or an s model look at the badge in the grill.

[Doc Masher]

Its oiled to trap contaminants in the air which is a good thing.
This thread caught my attention due to this comment. Wanted to poise the question/idea of oiled filters being a contributing factor with the new issue of intake valve carbon contamination on direct inject cars with no valve washing. It seems to me that under continuous use and hard pulls, an oil impregnated filter would release some its oil through out its life and the oils could contact the intake valves accelerating the contamination of the intake valves.

Just a thought for the forum to mule over.

[Okan509]

So I guess I am the only one who hates that the side view mirrors do not match the body color in these cars like they do on the a4. These things stick out like a sore thumb to me. If someone wants to see if the car is an a or an s model look at the badge in the grill.

I love the mirrors.


This thread caught my attention due to this comment. Wanted to poise the question/idea of oiled filters being a contributing factor with the new issue of intake valve carbon contamination on direct inject cars with no valve washing. It seems to me that under continuous use and hard pulls, an oil impregnated filter would release some its oil through out its life and the oils could contact the intake valves accelerating the contamination of the intake valves.

Just a thought for the forum to mule over.

I've also read that oil should not be getting into the system if the filter is properly oiled, which I guess happens quiet often. But these spectre filters are 25 brand new, so I'd likely not even bother cleaning or lubing it. Not worth it, better off spending the 25 once a year as a maintenance fee.

[Mops@Nemesis]

So I guess I am the only one who hates that the side view mirrors do not match the body color in these cars like they do on the a4. These things stick out like a sore thumb to me. If someone wants to see if the car is an a or an s model look at the badge in the grill.

Nope, I am 100% with you. And yea, there are many other ways to distinguish an S as well. Swear to God, I have seen some say they want others to know an "S" is coming down the road. Lulz.

[shonseb]

Nicw work, any change in the sound?

[Okan509]

Nope, I am 100% with you. And yea, there are many other ways to distinguish an S as well. Swear to God, I have seen some say they want others to know an "S" is coming down the road. Lulz.

lol you know I do not care at all about the stigma, I like going under the radar if possible. I like the mirrors even more on a black car with mainly black accents.

It's the only thing that ties the aluminum of the headlights with the rear valence bar, nice mid-way IMO.


Nicw work, any change in the sound?

Yes, very very different.

This video is with the box removed - I'm obviously in the drivers seat lol.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/th_IMG_2289.jpg (http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2289.mp4)

I can take another video with the new filters if anyone is all that concerned with the difference between OEM and aftermarket filters, but I would consider it similar to this video - a little louder, the difference in sound is mainly when driving (pre/post filters).

[Mops@Nemesis]

I know I know. I don't hate. I am totally cool with having. It's the guys that say its stupid to color match that bug me. Wonder how they feel about the RS?

That sounds nice. Not obnoxious, just right.

[Okan509]

another shot under the sea

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2145.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2145.jpg.html)

thanks man, I'm pretty happy with the sound/feel. more worried about heat absorption and possible ill effects from the oiled filter.

[Okan509]

just went for a nice sunday drive. I am completely addicted.

the car feels and sounds great!

[NPuter]

So I guess I am the only one who hates that the side view mirrors do not match the body color in these cars like they do on the a4. These things stick out like a sore thumb to me. If someone wants to see if the car is an a or an s model look at the badge in the grill.

Yes! I completely agree.

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[Blackhawk878]

Nope, I am 100% with you. And yea, there are many other ways to distinguish an S as well. Swear to God, I have seen some say they want others to know an "S" is coming down the road. Lulz.

Cause "Chariot" on the grill is too much for on lookers/admirers to read as we speed by flexing the mighty beast.

Good stuff Okan. The problems I have seen with MAFs getting ruined with oil has been due to over saturating with oil. It only takes a light coat to perform as intended, not a whole can of the shit on there at one time.

[apexit1]

See that box on the intake tube? It's mean to silence the sc. If you want some more noise pick up one of the tubes and replace the stock one.

[Audacious]

nice DIY for the intake, I remember you trying something similar on the a4. not a fan of the dipped wheels though [:/]

[Mops@Nemesis]

See that box on the intake tube? It's mean to silence the sc. If you want some more noise pick up one of the tubes and replace the stock one.

True. I have removed such silencers from quite a few cars.

Alex, how many washes do you have on that gallon?

[Okan509]

Yes! I completely agree.

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lol you would have clothes on your naked girls too, you conservative old soul, you!


Cause "Chariot" on the grill is too much for on lookers/admirers to read as we speed by flexing the mighty beast.

Good stuff Okan. The problems I have seen with MAFs getting ruined with oil has been due to over saturating with oil. It only takes a light coat to perform as intended, not a whole can of the shit on there at one time.

lulz. Cool, that is congruent with my findings! thanks


See that box on the intake tube? It's mean to silence the sc. If you want some more noise pick up one of the tubes and replace the stock one.

It is plenty loud for me at this point, but I will look into removing it (I figured it served this purpose through my experience of other piping solutions I did on my a4).

All in all I would say most of the whine noise comes from removing the stock airbox (and more than likely/possibly) the piping.
I would have to seal that off somehow, though.


nice DIY for the intake, I remember you trying something similar on the a4. not a fan of the dipped wheels though [:/]

lol, all good dude, you don't gotta love everything, I'd say this is much more successful than that attempt lol



True. I have removed such silencers from quite a few cars.

Alex, how many washes do you have on that gallon?

ye boi!

umm, a ton. I wash almost once a week, sometimes more - If I had to guess, atleast 20. I may be over using, but still have a ton left. took me a few go's to understand how far a little goes.

[Mops@Nemesis]

At 20 washes, you are good [up] I thought you might say 5 or so. Was not sure when ordered. Yea, ish goes forever. Fools buying gallons at the auto parts store are mis-guided.

[Okan509]

At 20 washes, you are good [up] I thought you might say 5 or so. Was not sure when ordered. Yea, ish goes forever. Fools buying gallons at the auto parts store are mis-guided.

definitely, you need like 2 tablespoons per bucket lol, anymore and you won't get water in the bucket cause it will foam too hard lol

For real, it should last over a year for most, around a year for the hardcore washers.. that comes out to be an incredibly affordable solution

[Calbee]

looking good alex.

let me know if you have any questions about bags. i feel like i have done enough research to answer some questions if you have any haha

gonna bag my next car since i sold the ones for the audi to an s5 owner :)

[staticuxo]

alex, ever think of trying that gunmetal brushed alum on the mirrors? i'm going to try it in the spring or have a shop do it.. lol.

if not, i'm going to get them tinted darker like the old titanium mirrors on the B7 RS. it will tie in with my plans perfectly i think [:)]

[Mops@Nemesis]

I like that idea. I would not even fool with wrapping them. Tinting would be a simple job.

[Okan509]

looking good alex.

let me know if you have any questions about bags. i feel like i have done enough research to answer some questions if you have any haha

gonna bag my next car since i sold the ones for the audi to an s5 owner :)

thanks, will do when the time comes


alex, ever think of trying that gunmetal brushed alum on the mirrors? i'm going to try it in the spring or have a shop do it.. lol.

if not, i'm going to get them tinted darker like the old titanium mirrors on the B7 RS. it will tie in with my plans perfectly i think [:)]

I did wrap one. it looked horrid. I was very displeased. I took some pictures and have since deleted them lol. it was that bad.


I like that idea. I would not even fool with wrapping them. Tinting would be a simple job.

:)

[staticuxo]

I like that idea. I would not even fool with wrapping them. Tinting would be a simple job.

haha, i knew you would.. we have similar taste and i believe we discussed it before in regards to B7 RS titanium mirrors. you think a tinted clear would last with rock chips, etc?



I did wrap one. it looked horrid. I was very displeased. I took some pictures and have since deleted them lol. it was that bad.

:)

lol damn. i assume it was your wrap job that you weren't happy with, right? lol

[Mops@Nemesis]

haha, i knew you would.. we have similar taste and i believe we discussed it before in regards to B7 RS titanium mirrors. you think a tinted clear would last with rock chips, etc?

Yep and yep. We both like Italian men as well. I think it for sure would. And you could always clear bra it. But yea, mirrors do not take that much heat, and if they did catch a stone or two, you would likely not even notice. My shop is going to satin clear my incoming wheels, and we have even discussed tinting it a bit.

[Okan509]

haha, i knew you would.. we have similar taste and i believe we discussed it before in regards to B7 RS titanium mirrors. you think a tinted clear would last with rock chips, etc?



lol damn. i assume it was your wrap job that you weren't happy with, right? lol

haha [=(] [:p]no it came out great. I didn't like the matte-ness of them. I think a tinted clear could look really good is the entire theme went with. But I still prefer the aluminum mirrors to match up with the headlights and rear valence blade. this picture shows the good continuity they provide with the headlight housing

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2152.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2152.jpg.html)

[Okan509]

Yep and yep. We both like Italian men as well. I think it for sure would. And you could always clear bra it. But yea, mirrors do not take that much heat, and if they did catch a stone or two, you would likely not even notice. My shop is going to satin clear my incoming wheels, and we have even discussed tinting it a bit.

I didn't wrap my mirrors for my road trip. I have 2 pretty deep rock chips on the drivers, and at least 1 on the passenger [:|]

[Mops@Nemesis]

Its because you have ABS plastic "Alu" mirror caps:)

[Okan509]

Its because you have ABS plastic "Alu" mirror caps:)

haha true..

I made this for anyone who cares, measurements are not exact for lengths of things, but diameters should be spot on. Let me know if your findings are any different.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/Intakespecs.png (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/Intakespecs.png.html)

[Okan509]

Had my 5,000 mile service completed today.

The steering patch was applied, I preferred the feel of the old software, so I'd avoid it if they allow you to.

[staticuxo]

Had my 5,000 mile service completed today.

The steering patch was applied, I preferred the feel of the old software, so I'd avoid it if they allow you to.

that's what everyone keeps saying... i'm curious if i have it done. do you have DSR turned off via VAG? ADS lite enabled?

[aka5]

Had my 5,000 mile service completed today.

The steering patch was applied, I preferred the feel of the old software, so I'd avoid it if they allow you to.

by patch you mean software right? what difference can you feel?

[Okan509]

that's what everyone keeps saying... i'm curious if i have it done. do you have DSR turned off via VAG? ADS lite enabled?

I have no vag mods as of now, don't have the cable, so I need to meet up with someone


by patch you mean software right? what difference can you feel?

it seems it has tightened up steering at slow speeds, but conversely, lightened up steering at higher speeds. feels like a rubber chicken neck while driving. was pretty content with it previously, seemed really similar to how my a4 steering felt.

so I'll be looking into tightening it up in general through vag when I find time to meet up with someone

[staticuxo]

I have no vag mods as of now, don't have the cable, so I need to meet up with someone



it seems it has tightened up steering at slow speeds, but conversely, lightened up steering at higher speeds. feels like a rubber chicken neck while driving. was pretty content with it previously, seemed really similar to how my a4 steering felt.

so I'll be looking into tightening it up in general through vag when I find time to meet up with someone

got my headlights open but i can't get the amber off the black trim piece to wrap it! it's so friggin fragile, part of the amber clip chipped already. any tips?

might just wrap it as is on the black trim lol.

[staticuxo]

got my headlights open but i can't get the amber off the black trim piece to wrap it! it's so friggin fragile, part of the amber clip chipped already. any tips?

might just wrap it as is on the black trim lol.

So much fail

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/15/6avu5ybu.jpg

[drob23]

got my headlights open but i can't get the amber off the black trim piece to wrap it! it's so friggin fragile, part of the amber clip chipped already. any tips?

might just wrap it as is on the black trim lol.

Ha, yea really annoying dealing with those plastic tabs. I just did the wrap while the amber was still attached, not optimal and made it harder, but it's still possible and doesn't risk breaking that crap. Good luck! I was gonna swap the lens' but completely pussed out once I had it opened.

[staticuxo]

Ha, yea really annoying dealing with those plastic tabs. I just did the wrap while the amber was still attached, not optimal and made it harder, but it's still possible and doesn't risk breaking that crap. Good luck! I was gonna swap the lens' but completely pussed out once I had it opened.

Yeah I just put it back without the amber and trim. I felt it wasn't clean enough and I'd have to redo the vinyl once it failed. Anything is better than amber!

[drob23]

The other option is to paint the reflector, should be able to do it with a fine brush. Not sure I'd try with spray paint/tint, but could also try with some tape down on the trim.

[Okan509]

yeah I wrapped while attached to the bar. did the same on the old one's. I know how fragile that crap can be and rather avoid breaking anything.

it isn't difficult to wrap on the bar.

[Okan509]

random picture update

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2076-2.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2076-2.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2115.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2115.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2044fixed-8.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2044fixed-8.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2198.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2198.jpg.html)

the traitor of the family as you can see lol

[AudiKerl]

random picture update

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2198.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2198.jpg.html)

the traitor of the family as you can see lol

Lol! I know what you mean! My brother and sisters have BMW's as well. I'm the only one with an Audi.

[Okan509]

Lol! I know what you mean! My brother and sisters have BMW's as well. I'm the only one with an Audi.

haha, funny how that is. I am diehard audi fan though

[Okan509]

granny shifting fun

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/th_IMG_2292.jpg (http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2292.mp4)

[Okan509]

dressed her up today.

used some amazing adams products (http://www.adamspolishes.com/) on the car

Started off with their detail spray and clay bar

then moved on to using the severe swirl remover

next was the revive polish

and I finished it off with the new liquid paint sealant

my camera battery is currently dead, but you can see even from this low quality photo how good the results were (will be getting some better ones soon)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG00002-20131224-1313.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG00002-20131224-1313.jpg.html)

[Okan509]

Some shots out in the rain
http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2434-3.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2434-3.jpg.html)
http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2427-3.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2427-3.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2425-2.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2425-2.jpg.html)

[aka5]

So after 5 pages. Where are the mods? :p

[Okan509]

So after 5 pages. Where are the mods? :p

pfft over rated.

shopping and trying to make the right move for me, the first time around.

[superdog13]

My old man is die hard BMW. I'm all about Audi.

[superdog13]

Some shots out in the rain

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2434.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2434.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2427-2.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2427-2.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2425.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2425.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2407-2.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2407-2.jpg.html)

Ok. You basically just convinced me to go with black wheels.

Omg. Your car looks amazing!!! Best I've see , yet.

[Okan509]

My old man is die hard BMW. I'm all about Audi.


Ok. You basically just convinced me to go with black wheels.

Omg. Your car looks amazing!!! Best I've see , yet.

mine too, it makes for fun debate though - I love both brands, but audi is in my heart.

Thanks man, there are a bunch of cars on here that are absolutely stunning, so keep looking!

[Mops@Nemesis]

there are a bunch of cars on here that are absolutely stunning, so keep looking!

LulZ!! Pics look really good. I like the third one best. I assume that p&s camera does not allow you to select your focus point?

[Okan509]

LulZ!! Pics look really good. I like the third one best. I assume that p&s camera does not allow you to select your focus point?

it does and it doesn't. these were taken in auto because the lighting was bad. manual mode only permits easy use in better/perfect lighting (still working on the different settings and optimum one's for each type of shot/lighting). thanks mops, always supportive :)

one more and a pic of beading with the new adams liquid paint sealant

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2411.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2411.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2426.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2426.jpg.html)

[Okan509]

few more:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2410-1.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2410-1.jpg.html)

and some black and whites I had some fun with


http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2403.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2403.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2414.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2414.jpg.html)

few more:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2424-2-1.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2424-2-1.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2434-4-1.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2434-4-1.jpg.html)

[Okan509]

I won one of the 50 dollar give aways at ecstuning - and was super happy to order a few goodies from them. Some detailing clothes, yellow fogs, and 4mm spacers

The fogs are Ziza, anyone have any feedback on the brand? I've read good and bad -- http://www.ecstuning.com/ES2526576/

[bknewtype]

Ur car would look killer with a drop and nicks rotors

Theres a thread on the s4 forums with zigza bulbs. I believe all were positive, better than hoens iirc


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[aka5]

Ziza is good I had the white ones. Yellow should look cool

[bknewtype]

Crap i actually think i have yellow h8 bulbs j coulda gav u


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[Okan509]

Ur car would look killer with a drop and nicks rotors

Theres a thread on the s4 forums with zigza bulbs. I believe all were positive, better than hoens iirc


Sent via iPhone 5

thanks dude. time! need more time! hopefully nick and I can work out a deal


Ziza is good I had the white ones. Yellow should look cool

sweet, thanks man - I've always loved yellow fogs, but never have done them


Crap i actually think i have yellow h8 bulbs j coulda gav u


Sent via iPhone 5

well send them my way, I can return these and I will split the monies with you ;)

[Okan509]

Got my shipment in. The MF towels are very nice. I went ahead installed the fogs.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2479.jpg?t=1389809742

I went throw the front of the car, I personally believe they are both easy ways to do it, but I wanted to clean around the area since waxing my car, and remove all dirt, etc.

Thought it looked cool like this: (some sort of fog delete/ grille simplification would be sweet)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2473.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2473.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2478.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2478.jpg.html)

I also polished and waxed the fog light housings/lens while I was at it.

the final outcome:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2480.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2480.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2482.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2482.jpg.html)

They happen to be much more yellow in real life. Very pleased with the outcome and look. I'm gonna take a night pic when it roles around

[Okan509]

directionless editing lol

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2407-13.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2407-13.jpg.html)

[Okan509]

went ahead and removed the plastidip on the fog trim bars, and rattle canned them gloss. subtle touch, I then polished, sealed and waxed them (a little excess to be cleaned still)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2483.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2483.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2484.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2484.jpg.html)

they match the paint pretty close, either way they look good, but went ahead and made this a permanent move

[bknewtype]

Much better. Hated the chrome.


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[Mops@Nemesis]

I approve that mod [up]

Fogs too!

[Okan509]

Much better. Hated the chrome.


Sent via iPhone 5


I approve that mod [up]

Fogs too!

haha I knew you would mops, lol. now I'm thinking satin trim paint for the rest of them, and following suit on the rear with the bar gloss black as well.

thanks bk, you got me thinking about the mesh grille... with you hatred of the stock ones

[bknewtype]

I really like the honey comb on the fl as opposed to the pre fl on the 4's. Since ur fog grilles is honey comb as well it would flow


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[Mops@Nemesis]

Keep your grille. Please.


Mops on the move

[shonseb]

Nice progress so far! But I gotta agree with everyone, your s is screaming fit a drop! I agree with both mops and BK, you can switch out the grill to honeycomb but it looks good just the way it is.

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[Okan509]

I really like the honey comb on the fl as opposed to the pre fl on the 4's. Since ur fog grilles is honey comb as well it would flow


Sent via iPhone 5

maybeeeee


Keep your grille. Please.


Mops on the move

lulz probably. I don't think it's an upgrade, just a different look, jew over here.


Nice progress so far! But I gotta agree with everyone, your s is screaming fit a drop! I agree with both mops and BK, you can switch out the grill to honeycomb but it looks good just the way it is.

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thanks! you and me both [;)] still deciding, but I'll figure it out when I have the money to spend freely

[raudiace4]

Dude. TINTS.


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[Mops@Nemesis]

She needssssss 20%, yo.

[NPuter]

Yes! Not Audizine approved without "tints" [rolleyes]

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[Mops@Nemesis]

Hell, 35% would be a huge improvement. There is no better mod bang for the buck, in regard to the exterior.

[NPuter]

For sure! Completely transforms the look. Really happy with my 20. Have 35 on the Mercedes and feel that it's too light.

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[Okan509]

I'm going with 35, I actually just have to schedule it. Been too busy, maybe this week actually..

[Okan509]

tinted windows and a complete paint correction including the following steps:

1. clay
2. compound polish
3. swirl and haze removal
4. revive
5. Liquid paint Sealant x2 coats

I will have more pictures tomorrow.

If you have any questions about how to show your car some love, hit up @Mops

Adams products are amazing. The surface is ridiculously smooth, you can get lost just running your fingers over your paint, a truly rewarding job. The car also reflects light in a different way, it has more depth, and is ultra protected.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2487.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2487.jpg.html)

crappy photo to show some of the tint, and the paint glistening under faint garage lights.

the tint is 80% air on the front windshield, 30% on the sides, and 15% on the rear window.

[coolwater]

Car is looking nice with the blackout theme. Could easily pass for a sleeper car.

Black is just the cleanest color for the 5 minutes after wash.
It's so worth it though. Drove a white a4 loaner today and just didn't feel right.

The yellow fogs look good and make your headlights seem whiter.

You planning to swap in the b8 a4 grille for old times sake.... :)

-cW

[Okan509]

Car is looking nice with the blackout theme. Could easily pass for a sleeper car.

Black is just the cleanest color for the 5 minutes after wash.
It's so worth it though. Drove a white a4 loaner today and just didn't feel right.

The yellow fogs look good and make your headlights seem whiter.

You planning to swap in the b8 a4 grille for old times sake.... :)

-cW

haha thanks. black has definitely grown on me (didn't want it to begin with), the maintenance is terrible for my OCD tendencies, but now I love it. I also think it especially fits the b8.5 more than almost any other color. (monsoon being my second choice).

I like the yellow fogs, but they make barely any difference while driving (literally you have to be looking for them when you switch them on). But, I won the ECS giveaway and I didn't know how else to spend lol.

haha, it will mke for a neat garage ornament as soon as I can get the garage set-up the way I'd like.

Thanks man

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

detail products, if you are an Adam's junkie then you understand, if you're not, you need to join the club! this stuff is amazing.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2497-7.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2497-7.jpg.html)

Waiting on weather to get a bit better before I take her out for some pictures, I'm hoping the finish looks as good as it does in the garage, under full sun.

[Okan509]

some pics.. so wet from adams paint sealant. tinted windows, love how they came out, not too dark, not too light.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2524.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2524.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2546.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2546.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2551.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2551.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2559.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2559.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2534.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2534.jpg.html)

[bknewtype]

U need nicks rotors

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/27/e5y5u4y4.jpg


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[Okan509]

U need nicks rotors




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you need s bumper.

[Bomiz]

you need s bumper.

you need poopoo

[Mops@Nemesis]

Tint and detail looks great [up]

Getting much better with the pics as well. I like those! About done with mine from today.

You DEF need his rotors. Especially being such a great price.

[Okan509]

Tint and detail looks great [up]

Getting much better with the pics as well. I like those! About done with mine from today.

You DEF need his rotors. Especially being such a great price.

thanks :) wasn't expecting much, but I got a few good ones

he hasn't even told me price! lol

[Mops@Nemesis]

thanks :) wasn't expecting much, but I got a few good ones

he hasn't even told me price! lol

You really did.

It will not be much. Show some interest and ask.

[NPuter]

:)

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[Okan509]

You really did.

It will not be much. Show some interest and ask.


:)

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lol... cat and mouse

[ryan_m]

Looks good! From one LR user to another, try a few shots with less vignetting. I used to heavily rely on it for effect, but I've since gone back and re-edited. In a given set of photos, I'll probably use it on only one, and it's gotta be the right picture to truly have the effect pop. Also, keep in mind that you can adjust the roundness and feather of the vignette to make it a little less noticable but still present in the shot.

Just a thought. Beautiful S4.


This one is the perfect shot for it. Compliments the composition 100%

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2546.jpg

[Okan509]

Looks good! From one LR user to another, try a few shots with less vignetting. I used to heavily rely on it for effect, but I've since gone back and re-edited. In a given set of photos, I'll probably use it on only one, and it's gotta be the right picture to truly have the effect pop. Also, keep in mind that you can adjust the roundness and feather of the vignette to make it a little less noticable but still present in the shot.

Just a thought. Beautiful S4.


This one is the perfect shot for it. Compliments the composition 100%

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2546.jpg

thanks man! I'm always open for tips and tricks, as I am still a noob :)

will do, there are the stages of development I guess, I will get there one day.

Need to upgrade gear too.

Appreciate the words :)

This thread should be getting updating soon, word rhymes with smheels.

[Okan509]

did a little work yesterday, decided to re-dip the grilles and rear valence. no particular reason for the front grille, but the gloss paint I did the fogs with chipped in less than 400 miles, so I said fuck it.

Rear valence was never perfect, now it looks very near to it.

ugly peeled grille, which was a minor PITA to peel.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2597.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2597.jpg.html)

and a nice little touch to tie in the headlight ambers a little better. I'm thinking of either doing the rear badge to match, or removing it entirely.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2601.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2601.jpg.html)

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2602-2.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2602-2.jpg.html)

[bknewtype]

i like that vs the red. i say debadge the rear for a cleaner look.

[raudiace4]

I should dip my rear valence.....

[Okan509]

i like that vs the red. i say debadge the rear for a cleaner look.

thanks, it's a nice touch IMO. I will probably debadge it. the more I look at it the more I dislike it.


I should dip my rear valence.....

yes, yes you do.

[FiftyFive]

Man, only if the S4 18 inchers came in 19"

Good looking car.

[Okan509]

Man, only if the S4 18 inchers came in 19"

Good looking car.

thanks [up]

[Beast]

Looks great bro, I like the badge

[Campblett]

detail products, if you are an Adam's junkie then you understand, if you're not, you need to join the club! this stuff is amazing.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2497-7.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2497-7.jpg.html)

Waiting on weather to get a bit better before I take her out for some pictures, I'm hoping the finish looks as good as it does in the garage, under full sun.

Between both you and Mops, you both have convinced me to join the Adam's club. Thanks for draining $300 out of my bank account!

Digging the dipped grille and badge. I think you should keep the rear badge on but do it like the front. After all, you drive an S4 why hide that.

[Okan509]

Looks great bro, I like the badge

thanks beeeasssstttt! :)


Between both you and Mops, you both have convinced me to join the Adam's club. Thanks for draining $300 out of my bank account!

Digging the dipped grille and badge. I think you should keep the rear badge on but do it like the front. After all, you drive an S4 why hide that.

hahaha I hope you used the code to save you some pennies? Thanks, I really enjoy the badge like this, but I already removed the rear. I am in no need to flaunt s4, those who know, know. Most people don't care or notice the difference, even with the badge lol

Us forum users are a different breed, nobody notices the shit we notice.

[Okan509]

debadged rear:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2604.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2604.jpg.html)

and another shot of the front badge:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2607.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2607.jpg.html)

I would like to do the rings as well, but figured it's a bit sacrilegious lol

[aka5]

Fantastic build. coming along amazing, glad you are using top quality mods,

best build out there!

[Okan509]

Fantastic build. coming along amazing, glad you are using top quality mods,

best build out there!

not sure why(if) you are being a sarcastic dick, move along if you have nothing productive to say. No need to waste your time.

I never referred to is as a build, I am simply doing some minor things to my ride.

[aka5]

I wasn't, i like the simple yet tasteful mods, that make the car look mean and the great pics



no need to be insecure bro, its a compliment

[Okan509]

I wasn't, i like the simple yet tasteful mods, that make the car look mean and the great pics



no need to be insecure bro, its a compliment

lol alright

this was also you, thus I thought you were trying to drive a knife deeper:


So after 5 pages. Where are the mods? :p

my apologies

[Mops@Nemesis]

I like your work. You focus on the little things, tinker a lot and actually put in some personal time trying different stuff. I have seen quite few comments lately regarding builds not being builds for whatever reason. Mostly because not dropping $15k on mods during wk 1. I can respect it all, and "build" is very broad.


Mops on the move

[staticuxo]

I like your work. You focus on the little things, tinker a lot and actually put in some personal time trying different stuff. I have seen quite few comments lately regarding builds not being builds for whatever reason. Mostly because not dropping $15k on mods during wk 1. I can respect it all, and "build" is very broad.


Mops on the move

i'm with mops. often, the people dropping all that cash on big name stuff miss out on the tiny details so the continuity isn't always there. it's all about the minor details.. it's what really brings it all together.

[Okan509]

I like your work. You focus on the little things, tinker a lot and actually put in some personal time trying different stuff. I have seen quite few comments lately regarding builds not being builds for whatever reason. Mostly because not dropping $15k on mods during wk 1. I can respect it all, and "build" is very broad.


Mops on the move


i'm with mops. often, the people dropping all that cash on big name stuff miss out on the tiny details so the continuity isn't always there. it's all about the minor details.. it's what really brings it all together.

thanks dudes. slow and steady.

Should have done a once a week mod thread. that would have been fun. Stay tuned for nexts weeks insignificant mod! lol

the new wheels should change it up a lot, I hate the way these wheels look in pictures, decent IRL, but pretty bad in pictures.

and then the long lost drop will happen eventually. Then I can appeal to the masses. lol

[Campblett]

hahaha I hope you used the code to save you some pennies? Thanks, I really enjoy the badge like this, but I already removed the rear. I am in no need to flaunt s4, those who know, know. Most people don't care or notice the difference, even with the badge lol

Us forum users are a different breed, nobody notices the shit we notice.

I wish I could have but the problem with being in Canada is our shit exchange rate. It was way cheaper for me to order from a Canadian retailer so I could take advantage of free shipping + no taxes from customs. We are so ripped off up here. Otherwise can't wait for it to get here, mops said it works wonders.

I see your point with the badge, it looks really clean now. I like it. You are so right, only probably 1% of the population notices the shit we do to our cars [:(]

[Mops@Nemesis]

I wish I could have but the problem with being in Canada is our shit exchange rate. It was way cheaper for me to order from a Canadian retailer so I could take advantage of free shipping + no taxes from customs. We are so ripped off up here. Otherwise can't wait for it to get here, mops said it works wonders.

I see your point with the badge, it looks really clean now. I like it. You are so right, only probably 1% of the population notices the shit we do to our cars [:(]

Looked past your last PM. Just got to it [up]

Alex, love the S4 badge delete. Looks soooo much better.

[chuthis]

Lovin the clean look right now. Nice shots as well!

I vote to remove the rear rings and black out the front ones [:D]

[Okan509]

I wish I could have but the problem with being in Canada is our shit exchange rate. It was way cheaper for me to order from a Canadian retailer so I could take advantage of free shipping + no taxes from customs. We are so ripped off up here. Otherwise can't wait for it to get here, mops said it works wonders.

I see your point with the badge, it looks really clean now. I like it. You are so right, only probably 1% of the population notices the shit we do to our cars [:(]

damn, that sucks. It seems you are already talking to mops, he may be able to help you out


Looked past your last PM. Just got to it [up]

Alex, love the S4 badge delete. Looks soooo much better.

weird how much I like it too, much better, the symmetry was so out of whack with it.

[Okan509]

Lovin the clean look right now. Nice shots as well!

I vote to remove the rear rings and black out the front ones [:D]

haha our minds think a like. I really like the front blacked out in a short term period, but I always go back to chrome (did the same on my a4 numerous times). The rear I like with nothing, but can't bring myself to do it just yet. lol

thanks [up]

[Mops@Nemesis]

thanks dudes. slow and steady

I think my build or lack of defines this. 3 years and 5 months now :P


Mops on the move

[Okan509]

I think my build or lack of defines this. 3 years and 5 months now :P


Mops on the move

haha yep, fine tuning to perfection. fucking love your car.

[Okan509]

some editing, tried to get that menacing peering out look. grille came out perfect, really happy with the results this time. I won't ever have to re-do it. has a good 4-5 coats and is smooth as butter. Also, loving the badge. way better than the red.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2619-17.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2619-17.jpg.html)

[TSXCman]

Great thread and car! looking great. I love my new/used 2011 Black S4 and just purchased some plastidip to play around with blacking out parts. I have the same 18s on for the winter, just deciding whether to dip the dull rims or not. I will start with the wheel lock thing first, as it looks great on yours dark.

Wondering if you tried taping the horizontal chrome on the grill and fog area, then dipping, so that it the design pops out and is dark behind?

I am going to play this weekend with the B8 grille (less exciting design), and make a new thread to show.

Keep having fun though!

[Okan509]

Great thread and car! looking great. I love my new/used 2011 Black S4 and just purchased some plastidip to play around with blacking out parts. I have the same 18s on for the winter, just deciding whether to dip the dull rims or not. I will start with the wheel lock thing first, as it looks great on yours dark.

Wondering if you tried taping the horizontal chrome on the grill and fog area, then dipping, so that it the design pops out and is dark behind?

I am going to play this weekend with the B8 grille (less exciting design), and make a new thread to show.

Keep having fun though!

thanks appreciate it. I personally like the all black grille, but depending on what you're going for, sometimes it is easier to peel the areas you want exposed after spraying the whole thing, then attempting to mask off certain areas.

There's a bunch of examples if you go digging. Just make sure the dip has separated between the surface you are trying to peel and the one you are trying to keep.

[TSXCman]

Cool, yea those are good points. I feel I will have a few trial and error moments, even with preparation.

The stock B8.5 grille is sick though, way nicer than the grated RS4 replicas. The B8 grille is a touch boring with the huge slab of grey plastic and the heavier vertical slats instead of horizontal. Seems to be the choice of plastidip, RS4 replica, or $1000+ for OSIR

[Audi Advocate]

i like that vs the red. i say debadge the rear for a cleaner look.

Love the de badged look - very German. Very clean. [drool]

[Skywagon]

Not the best of pictures! If you decide to remove the Audi emblem be prepared for a small battle. It was the toughest glue I've ever worked with, and I've debadged a lot of cars!


http://i.imgur.com/MTb5ocK.jpg

[bknewtype]

^ that looks very clean! If i debage mine i would need block window trim :/


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[Okan509]

Cool, yea those are good points. I feel I will have a few trial and error moments, even with preparation.

The stock B8.5 grille is sick though, way nicer than the grated RS4 replicas. The B8 grille is a touch boring with the huge slab of grey plastic and the heavier vertical slats instead of horizontal. Seems to be the choice of plastidip, RS4 replica, or $1000+ for OSIR

haha pretty much, let me know if you nee any direction, I'd be more than happy to help


Love the de badged look - very German. Very clean. [drool]

thanks! [up]


Not the best of pictures! If you decide to remove the Audi emblem be prepared for a small battle. It was the toughest glue I've ever worked with, and I've debadged a lot of cars!



yeah the s4 badge was a pain too, the side emblems were much easier. I love the way that looks. also accentuates the spoiler ALOT. The rings clutter it from being seen.

Thanks!


^ that looks very clean! If i debage mine i would need block window trim :/


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block that window trim [:p]

[FaceSmA5h]

Sweet build! I do miss having a black car sometimes. Putting on a clear bra is a must on black cars if I were to do black again. Great DIY with the Amber removal. Too bad it doesn't work on A5/A6.

Didn't read entire thread, what's next?

[Okan509]

Sweet build! I do miss having a black car sometimes. Putting on a clear bra is a must on black cars if I were to do black again. Great DIY with the Amber removal. Too bad it doesn't work on A5/A6.

Didn't read entire thread, what's next?

yeah it driving me crazy! I almost am tempted to dip the whole car so I don't see swirls anymore lol. but I know I would dislike that more.

thanks man! [up]

wheels should be on and a go soon (2 months at the most). and a drop will happen too. other than that just tinkering. Might eventually mess with the exhaust, etc.

[AUDIS$]

I see you have some adam's products. What do you have for a polisher? I was thinking of picking up the Griots 6" orbital.

[Okan509]

I see you have some adam's products. What do you have for a polisher? I was thinking of picking up the Griots 6" orbital.

pfft I have my body.

no, seriously, I need to get one lol

[AUDIS$]

lol, alright. I was looking at the rupes but it sounds like it might be overkill for me. Probably go with the Griots from DD.


pfft I have my body.

no, seriously, I need to get one lol

[Okan509]

new look for the engine bay, trying to match the exterior of the car to the interior now. Thinking of where I might add some of the brushed GM vinyl to tie in the bay. Any suggestions are welcomed!

New black air filter and the washer fluid and coolant cap have been painted black to match.

I also added a bit of vinyl to the scope on the air intake, it covers the holes that are in it as well. It's the GM that matches the other areas.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2638-2.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2638-2.jpg.html)

[raudiace4]

new look for the engine bay, trying to match the exterior of the car to the interior now. Thinking of where I might add some of the brushed GM vinyl to tie in the bay. Any suggestions are welcomed!

New black air filter and the washer fluid and coolant cap have been painted black to match.

I also added a bit of vinyl to the scope on the air intake, it covers the holes that are in it as well. It's the GM that matches the other areas.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj208/Okan509/IMG_2638-2.jpg (http://s273.photobucket.com/user/Okan509/media/IMG_2638-2.jpg.html)

How much of the SC whine do you get with the stock intake pipe? And about dressing up the engine bay, some CF engine cover would look killer.

http://www.senner-tuning.de/shop/audi-a5s5rs5-2007-2011b-motor-engine-audi-tfsi-carbon-motorabdeckung-p-4853.html

[Okan509]

How much of the SC whine do you get with the stock intake pipe? And about dressing up the engine bay, some CF engine cover would look killer.

http://www.senner-tuning.de/shop/audi-a5s5rs5-2007-2011b-motor-engine-audi-tfsi-carbon-motorabdeckung-p-4853.html

yeah, no thanks. price is ridiculous and I have no other CF on my car.

I just bought an 034 pipe, but the sound is very audible in the cabin right through 2800-4100 rmps. then tappers off as the engine noise overwhelms it. You may still be able to hear it from outside, but I wouldn't know lol

[Audi Advocate]

Not the best of pictures! If you decide to remove the Audi emblem be prepared for a small battle. It was the toughest glue I've ever worked with, and I've debadged a lot of cars!


http://i.imgur.com/MTb5ocK.jpg

I like the S4 logo (and V6T) debadge but never Audi rings de-badge - they do not do that in Europe - only the engine or model logo.

[Okan509]

I like the S4 logo (and V6T) debadge but never Audi rings de-badge - they do not do that in Europe - only the engine or model logo.

the point is not to copy what europeans are doing.

[raudiace4]

Not a fan of debadged rings. The rear end looks naked.

[Jango3434]

Looks like a persons face without eyebrows... if you debadge the rings...