My S5™

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***Getting some 90mm tips made for the stock exhaust at a local shop this weekend :

Can always go to your local tint shop - they've likely done them before or know what is required to do it. Get them to show it to your before they do both sides, as you will want to see that it is right for you. Looking at it from the front is one thing, but from an angle you will have some questions on whether they need more material or not. My local tint shop was great. Goldwing Autocare in Ottawa.

You're right; though I actually might do it myself since I like DIYs. I got some headlight film on the way. I'll post some pictures later.

I did it to my RSX's reverse lights so it shouldn't be too bad.


Rear by Sebastian Marin, on Flickr


My DC5 by Sebastian Marin, on Flickr

[tozer]

Nice, looks much better. Amazing what a little film can do.

Once you see the deletes covering the amber you're next wish will be for e-codes

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Nice, looks much better. Amazing what a little film can do.

Once you see the deletes covering the amber you're next wish will be for e-codes

I'm thinking on taking the headlight apart with a heat gun and applying the film on the side markers instead. Anyone know if the S5 headlights can be opened with a heat gun? Or are they glued with epoxy?

***I keep reading the A5/S5 headlights are held with epoxy Oh well... I'll just put the vinyl on top.

[beckmaster]

Oh well... I'll just put the vinyl on top.

And of coarse please add pics when done

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WOW... Order some stuff from DDM Tuning, was "Shipped" 12/2 and I am still waiting for the package... -____-

[Yuba]

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Nice work!

Scott

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^^Thanks Scott!

Took a picture of the 3.5" tips I got made. I'm waiting on a replacement bulb from DDM. Never dealt with such bad products, if you're contemplating buying stuff from them I would think twice.

[O2ShootTheJ]

Hey what's up! I'm in the Leesburg area every now and again. Where do you go to shoot around the area? I have a 60D and wanna get some nice shots of my car

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Hey what's up! I'm in the Leesburg area every now and again. Where do you go to shoot around the area? I have a 60D and wanna get some nice shots of my car

What kind of location are you looking for? City/back roads/tunnel though I'm lore familiar with MD/DC than VA

[beta]

Sebastian, Text me about the VAG COM mod...I got my laptop back and we can meet this weekend.

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Is there a way to turn off TPMS while running aftermarket wheels then turn it back on when putting the stocks back on?

[ChipB]

Is there a way to turn off TPMS while running aftermarket wheels then turn it back on when putting the stocks back on?

Not sure why you posted this question here, but... no, the TPMS warning cannot be turned off - at least it can't be turned off through the MMI or using VCDS. For clarity - I assume you're talking about the direct measurement TPMS that uses sensors in the valve stems, and you are not planning to install the special stems in your after-market wheels, correct?

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Not sure why you posted this question here, but... no, the TPMS warning cannot be turned off - at least it can't be turned off through the MMI or using VCDS. For clarity - I assume you're talking about the direct measurement TPMS that uses sensors in the valve stems, and you are not planning to install the special stems in your after-market wheels, correct?

I just didn't want to create a whole new thread.

Yea you're right the valve stem sensors. I'm not planning on getting sensors for my after market wheels. So I'm assuming there will be a message being displayed on the dash when I mount them.

Would there be a problem once I put my stock wheels back on? Or the TPMS would automatically recognize the sensors once they're back on?

[ModBargains.com]

Car looks amazing with all the mods you've done so far! Which wheels are you planning to get? Coming from the makers of KW suspension systems the only main difference between the ST Variant 1 and KW Variant 1 is the steel they use. While KW uses Stainless Steel for their shock housing, ST uses Galvanized Steel. However, this does not mean a drop in quality, durability, or appearance. Although coilovers that use galvanized steel are more prone to corrosion due to environmental influences (i.e. mixture of salt water); those in the lower states: California, Texas, Florida, Nevada, etc. don't have to worry about corrosion. Those in the mid to upper States that snow still don't have much to worry about as long as they do not drive in heavy snow conditions upon where salt is used on roads. to further ensure those with doubt about Galvanized Steel, ST has corrosion resistant zinc plating on all of their threaded strut housings for further protection.

[ChipB]

Would there be a problem once I put my stock wheels back on? Or the TPMS would automatically recognize the sensors once they're back on?

No problem at all. The system may take a few minutes of driving before it recognizes the sensors are back, and you may have to recalibrate the TPMS in the MMI.

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Car looks amazing with all the mods you've done so far! Which wheels are you planning to get? Coming from the makers of KW suspension systems the only main difference between the ST Variant 1 and KW Variant 1 is the steel they use. While KW uses Stainless Steel for their shock housing, ST uses Galvanized Steel. However, this does not mean a drop in quality, durability, or appearance. Although coilovers that use galvanized steel are more prone to corrosion due to environmental influences (i.e. mixture of salt water); those in the lower states: California, Texas, Florida, Nevada, etc. don't have to worry about corrosion. Those in the mid to upper States that snow still don't have much to worry about as long as they do not drive in heavy snow conditions upon where salt is used on roads. to further ensure those with doubt about Galvanized Steel, ST has corrosion resistant zinc plating on all of their threaded strut housings for further protection.

I'm waiting for incurve's S10, will get 20x10.5 all around most likely. In regards to ST, if I was to get them I could rust protect them with a coat of a product (I forgot the name of it). Maybe I'll go this route.

No problem at all. The system may take a few minutes of driving before it recognizes the sensors are back, and you may have to recalibrate the TPMS in the MMI.

Thanks!

[beta]

I hated having to stare at the TPMS light on my old car since I had my after marker 80% of the year. I wouldn't mind picking up a used set of TPMS to avoid it this time around.

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I hated having to stare at the TPMS light on my old car since I had my after marker 80% of the year. I wouldn't mind picking up a used set of TPMS to avoid it this time around.

Do they have to be S5 specific?

[beta]

Knowing Audi, they probably cross share those TPMS sensors between all B8 if not even with other Audi/VWs.

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Knowing Audi, they probably cross share those TPMS sensors between all B8 if not even with other Audi/VWs.

True, just did a quick search on eBay. Found a set of used ones for $60. But gonna wait till I get the wheels.

Btw, text me when you're free to try to get rid of the service message please.

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H&R coils and spacers on the way! RS5 grill in the works as well.

[Mops@Nemesis]

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[Gspothit]

what year is it? 2012?

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I wish... its a 2008

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Getting ready for the H&R coilovers install this weekend!


Snowmaggedon? by Sebastian Marin, on Flickr

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Waiting for wheels to come in soon.


My S5 by Sebastian Marin, on Flickr

[jynx]

Waiting for wheels to come in soon.


My S5 by Sebastian Marin, on Flickr

what did you order?

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what did you order?

Got a set of BR10s from a new company called Brada Wheels.

[xuandatou]

I've bought the Show-and-Go license plate bracket, but there's not enough space between the edge of the front bumper and the intercooler.

I'm just wondering how did you get yours installed?

Thanks in advance !

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I've bought the Show-and-Go license plate bracket, but there's not enough space between the edge of the front bumper and the intercooler.

I'm just wondering how did you get yours installed?

Thanks in advance !

I have mine on an angle down so that it slides under, then used a bent piece of metal to screw it on the car.

[xuandatou]

I have mine on an angle down so that it slides under, then used a bent piece of metal to screw it on the car.

Thank you sooo much !

I will try that way !

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My S5 by Sebastian Marin, on Flickr

[Mops@Nemesis]

Damn, looks good! Not sure I have seen the S5 that low on oem's. I would raise the rear or lower the front a bit if it were mine. @bknewtype

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Damn, looks good! Not sure I have seen the S5 that low on oem's. I would raise the rear or lower the front a bit if it were mine. @bknewtype

I could go lower up front, but would have to remove one of the rings haha
We'll see what it looks like when the wheels get here, I'm hoping to be tucking some tire.

I do have to say, the ride is awesome compared to my RSX on coilovers rolled all the ay down. It feels a little bumpier than stock but other than that, I'm really happy.

[Mops@Nemesis]

Glad to hear

[Marce318]

nice congrats!

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My S5 by Sebastian Marin, on Flickr

Photoshoped e-codes in for fun

[H20pologoalie]

Man I bet you can't wait to get those new wheels in. I've only ever seen guys post pics of spacer/offset wheels with the drop, not unspaced with the drop. Being from a slightly more rural area of MD, it reminds me a bit of the "muffin top" residents. haha. But I may go against the grain here. Alot of guys really like the raked look, and it's not that I don't, but I also like the even look dropped look as well.

Where are you at in MD?

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Man I bet you can't wait to get those new wheels in. I've only ever seen guys post pics of spacer/offset wheels with the drop, not unspaced with the drop. Being from a slightly more rural area of MD, it reminds me a bit of the "muffin top" residents. haha. But I may go against the grain here. Alot of guys really like the raked look, and it's not that I don't, but I also like the even look dropped look as well.

Where are you at in MD?

I don't mind the no flush look for now, and I actually have a set of 25mm and 15mm spacers at home... just too lazy to put them on. Will be up for sale once I get the wheels.

I'm located near Rockville, MD.