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  1. #1
    Registered Member One Ring
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    I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

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    Hi Guys -


    ** DISCLAIMER - I know jackshit about cars. I can't
    even change oil or a flat so feel free to dumb things
    down for me ;) **


    I bought my 1st Audi about 2 weeks ago and I am
    hooked for life.... it's just the best ride I have ever
    been in.

    Black with the 2 tone Amaretto Interior.


    - What can I do to make it faster? Chips, Intake stuff
    I think it's called, etc?


    - I want to put some black 22's on it or maybe 21's. Can
    you guys recommend some good brands?

    Is Lorenzo a good brand (I heard it in a song so I figure it
    might be)?



    Thanks guys -
    JB

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    Veteran Member Four Rings ECSPGH's Avatar
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    00 A8L, 91 Landcruiser
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    Butler, PA / Cincinnati,OH

    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    take a look at joehoppenmotorsport.com and as for the wheels, look at BBS, Fiske and HRE
    2000 A8L- The Brigadier General Four Rings

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    Registered Member Two Rings XBS's Avatar
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    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    If you want your sh!t looking tight then I would recommend the following:

    Tint all the way around if you don't already have it.

    MTM Bimoto 21" wheels - Contact Rich @ OEMPL.us
    Lowering Links (adjustable) - Contact Rich @ OEMPL.us
    MTM Exhaust (badass) -Contact Rich @ OEMPL.us

    Other than that there isn't much as far as performance goes, I also added a system to mine.
    2006 D3 A8L -Sport Package - Alcatara Package - Premium Package - OEMPL.us Lowering Links - MRR HR4 20" Wheels - Greystone Tint - JL Audio 1000/1 - JL Audio 10W3v3 x2 - Custom ported enclosure

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    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    Quote Originally Posted by XBS View Post
    If you want your sh!t looking tight then I would recommend the following:

    Tint all the way around if you don't already have it.

    MTM Bimoto 21" wheels - Contact Rich @ OEMPL.us
    Lowering Links (adjustable) - Contact Rich @ OEMPL.us
    MTM Exhaust (badass) -Contact Rich @ OEMPL.us

    Other than that there isn't much as far as performance goes, I also added a system to mine.

    - If I added the Lowering Links would I still be able to use the "Adaptive Air Suspension?"

    - What would adding the exhaust do?


    Thanks -
    JB

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    Registered User Four Rings OEMplus.com's Avatar
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    2x VW, 2x Audi
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    OC, CA

    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    The lowering package still allows a full range of suspension adjustment, just lower.

    The exhaust reduces back-pressure and has a great sound.

    Everything XBS asked about is in stock...

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    Veteran Member Four Rings yoogene83's Avatar
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    2017 Pacifica Limited / 2014 BMW M5
    Location
    Seoul

    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    you need LED headlight washers, LED air valve stems, red turn signal bulbs, 10,000k HID bulbs, 22" Giovanna riams, and whistler tips!!! wooo wooooooo!!!

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    Registered Member One Ring
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    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    Quote Originally Posted by OEMpl.us View Post
    The lowering package still allows a full range of suspension adjustment, just lower.

    The exhaust reduces back-pressure and has a great sound.

    Everything XBS asked about is in stock...


    I'm sold on the lowering system... but is it easy to install? Can someone
    with a decent idea about cars? Where in the world would I get it installed?


    I'm still not sure about the exhaust.... what is back pressure?


    I LOVE those Rims you offer, however, I really want some Black Rims w/
    a Chrome lip. Any suggestions?


    Thanks -
    JB

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    Registered Member Two Rings XBS's Avatar
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    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    Check out my thread i just posted to see how low my car is with the lowering links.

    They are very easy to install, just time consuming to adjust and get just right, after that you could swap back to stock in less than 30 mins and no one would ever know :)
    2006 D3 A8L -Sport Package - Alcatara Package - Premium Package - OEMPL.us Lowering Links - MRR HR4 20" Wheels - Greystone Tint - JL Audio 1000/1 - JL Audio 10W3v3 x2 - Custom ported enclosure

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    Registered Member One Ring AUDIKINGW12's Avatar
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    Lexington Kentucky

    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    Quote Originally Posted by XBS View Post
    If you want your sh!t looking tight then I would recommend the following:

    Tint all the way around if you don't already have it.

    MTM Bimoto 21" wheels - Contact Rich @ OEMPL.us
    Lowering Links (adjustable) - Contact Rich @ OEMPL.us
    MTM Exhaust (badass) -Contact Rich @ OEMPL.us

    Other than that there isn't much as far as performance goes, I also added a system to mine.
    i agree with him! MTM are my fave.
    08'S8.Vorsprung durch Technik.

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    Senior Member Three Rings
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    '99.5 Avant 1.8tqm
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    Motorcity

    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    NO BLACK WHEELS WITH CHROME LIP... soo played out. The wheel options for your A8 are much classier than the same old story(black wheel, chrome lip). 21's would be sick because they aren't the norm either. Great choice of vehicle... keep up the good taste when modding it.

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    Registered Member Four Rings cerfus's Avatar
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    Scottsdale

    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    Quote Originally Posted by doubleu8 View Post
    NO BLACK WHEELS WITH CHROME LIP... soo played out. The wheel options for your A8 are much classier than the same old story(black wheel, chrome lip). 21's would be sick because they aren't the norm either. Great choice of vehicle... keep up the good taste when modding it.
    21-22 It will look the same don't be worried about being out of the norm' no one will be able to tell, and If this dude wants to get Black with a chrome lip let him, It could look very good, although I think all back would look better.

    post some pictures of your car man!
    ///Mcars
    looking for a sileighty..
    E39 M5 DD full Hamann exhaust h-back/ Hamann CF splitter/ Hamann C Diffuser/K&N intakes/ecu tune more to come.
    Keep your eyes peeled DG, CRFS coming your way!

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    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    Everywhere I go the dealers say that 22's will not fit on this car.

    They say I would have to modify it, etc....

    So now I'm stuck with 20's....

    I'm kinda pissed now but guess I'll have to order 20's.

    Any thoughts?

  13. #13
    Registered Member Four Rings
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    2007 A4 2.0T QM 2008 A8L
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    New York

    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    Dude you're not driving a Yukon, 20's are fine. Post some pics when you get them put on.

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    Veteran Member Three Rings
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    Grafton, WI

    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    EPG is a great shop in Milwaukee for all kinds of work. Also AutoBahn on 107th and Brown Deer does good work. They only work with Audis and VWs. Good luck with your ride.
    2005 Infiniti G35 RWD, 6spd Manual, Sport Package


    2002 Audi A4 Quattro, 5 spd. [SOLD]

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    Re: I want to upgrade my 05' A8 L

    Quote Originally Posted by Tiesto View Post
    Dude you're not driving a Yukon, 20's are fine. Post some pics when you get them put on.

    LOL... I guess you're right ;)

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