Tim's B8 build thread.

[heffer]

What size torx for the MAF screws?

[DoctorB8]

I believe it was a 25t tamperproof torx.

[pinoyzoi]

When does APR actually give out discounts? How much is it usually for stage I?

[DoctorB8]

Their winter sale is the price of one program for 4 programs. I paid around 550 installed for stage one. You can choose any 4 programs you wish to have. I have 91 93 100 and stock.

[DoctorB8]

Little photo break.

Here is a better shot of my wheels and the stoptech sport kit

[VAZSTEVEN]

Great progress so far. Is the bottom middle portion of your front bumper painted or wrapped in a vinyl? Love the contrasting look it gives.

[DoctorB8]

I wrapped my splitter with vinyl :)

[VAZSTEVEN]

I wrapped my splitter with vinyl :)

I cant really tell in the picture, but is is a brushed aluminum vinyl?

And, what was your drop with the coilovers? Really curious to see how aggressive other NJ drivers are lowering their rides to.

[DoctorB8]

Where about in nj are you? I'll be more than willing to meet and let you see. And yes it's brushed alu.

[VAZSTEVEN]

Where about in nj are you? I'll be more than willing to meet and let you see. And yes it's brushed alu.

New Providence, right next to Summit and Berkeley Heights. The pics you posted give me a good idea of the 'look' i just wanna know the actual measurement if you dont mind.

[DoctorB8]

I'm at 1.5 fingers rear and 1 3/4 front. No clearance issues.

[VAZSTEVEN]

I'm at 1.5 fingers rear and 1 3/4 front. No clearance issues.

Thanks. Keep up the good work

[DoctorB8]

Traded her in for the s4!!!

Kidding of course. My iPhone went on the fritz and I was always fascinated by Android phones so I figured this is my chance.

Any who. Hope everyone's holidays were safe and happy. Some presents santa brought for the audi will be going in soon!

[DoctorB8]

Attempting to install the boost gauge without the steering column mount today was a failure. Realized podi did not ship the steering column mount last week and did get a hold of a rep but since then I have had zero communication after numerous attempt to reach out and see where my mount is. Any who, looks like I'll just detail my interior a little today and do an oil change.

[DoctorB8]

And just as I say it... usps to the rescue with the mount!



Really need to get the flat bottom wheel now

[Just A B8]

How long did it take you to install the boost gauge. Did the combination of the awe and podi diy help a lot?

[DoctorB8]

How long did it take you to install the boost gauge. Did the combination of the awe and podi diy help a lot?

Didn't get around to finishing it. I'm going to have at it again today. My main issue is how to wire everything to the fuse panel. Podis diy seems a little vague to me

[ramellis65]

He man I would like to see your car someone in the spring i live in morris county and was thinking about doing that alu splitter also.

[DoctorB8]

He man I would like to see your car someone in the spring i live in morris county and was thinking about doing that alu splitter also.

Sure thing man! Pm me your number and we can keep in touch

[vinnys3]

25 for the MAF but its a security type bit


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[DoctorB8]

25 for the MAF but its a security type bit


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Correct

[DoctorB8]

Gauge hooked up and running. Anyone know how to use the podi remote?

[DoctorB8]

Took some pics today and a few videos of the vag mods I have since a few forum members pmed me about it. I'll upload the videos soon. Might have to retake some since it was blurry.

These are just a few of the obvious vag mods I have. It would be easier to list what I don't have lol.

First up is audi drive select.





This has been said to work for some but not all. I for one noticed a huge difference after about 20 miles worth of driving. Off the bat, the steering was noticeably stiffer. Unlike BMWs adaptive drive or however they call it, ADS lite as I like to call it, offers a full time dynamic setting for the steering and engine. You do have the option to choose auto, however since day one I've had it in dynamic and never switched it.

Second and my most favorite is the windows convenience key.





I find this to be a great tool. I will upload a video shortly of the feature. If you tend to be like me and shut off the car and realizing you forgot to close the windows, this allows you to control the windows via the key fob. This also has some serious range. I was about 40 yards away and still had the ability to control it.

Next is the ambient lighting feature. This will only with if you have the lighting package and led foot well lighting if I'm not mistaken. Essentially this allows you to control the ambiance of light while the car is running in the foot wells for the front and rear.





And last one for my review is the battery meter.



Now why this feature isn't activated from the get go is beyond me. While it's not something you will be checking everyday, it's a great tool to have when you need it.

Well if anyone is iffy on a few vagcom mods and needs any questions answered, just ask away. I plan to do a good review of the rest of my mods later.

For now.. A little teaser of what might be coming in soon.

[Militia]

Awesome break down. Thank you for all your help you have been stellar so many questions though. Cheers

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[richardm0025]

Car looks great! As I was reading, how did you get the battery info on the mmi? What category do you go into in the software to do that?

[DoctorB8]

You need to enable the hidden menu via vagcom. Then through the hidden menu you can activate the battery level meter

[richardm0025]

Oh that would make sense, I'm gonna do that when I get back to her Thursday!

[raha_ang]

Love the VAGCOM mods. Are they hard to do?

Do they affect warranty at all?

[DoctorB8]

Car looks great! As I was reading, how did you get the battery info on the mmi? What category do you go into in the software to do that?

They aren't very hard to do. The instructions on audi enthusiast and various other sources are very well detailed.

As far as warranty goes, I feel it's more of a dealer to dealer aspect of things much like a tune. If your dealer is tuner friendly then I wouldn't see why they would void a warranty over vagcom mods lol. My suggestion to make sure is to call your dealer and ask if they offer vagcom mods.

[DoctorB8]

So few updates have been done.. will post soon. School is in full session for me. Big clinical year! A few things I need if someone knows someone or if you have them!...

Audi hub caps for VMR wheels
Adjustable control arms
F/R Sway bars and endlinks (Not for me)
Catch can
Thanks

[DoctorB8]

Little change to the cockpit

[DoctorB8]

Took her in for a quick wash.

[DoctorB8]

Hey all. Anyone selling their vagcom cable? I'm in need of one!

[DoctorB8]

Weathertech liners finally in!

[DoctorB8]

So a couple of questions...
First off. What is recommended as far as a trans fluid change or flush. I searched it and it seemed to be all over the place with yes' and no's.
Second, I will be installing the 034 catch can sometime next week. I was convinced to get the cc drain with it but I dont see any DIY's on it or instructions. Anyone install it yet? Or will I be the first to brave the move?
Lastly. Im in the market for a few things. First being the Eurocode AK. SPC adj. control arms, and 245 or 255/35/19 tires.

Aside from the questions, finally got all of my detailing supplies stocked up. Big thanks to Phil at DD. That being said, I will slowly getting back into the swing of detailing and will be more than happy to provide some services to the NJ/NY area :). Will post more info soon.

[DoctorB8]

[DoctorB8]

Still no one??


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[Alex1188]

Second, I will be installing the 034 catch can sometime next week. I was convinced to get the cc drain with it but I dont see any DIY's on it or instructions. Anyone install it yet? Or will I be the first to brave the move?

Heres the thing if im understanding your question correctly...Your talking about the install part for the catch can to drain back to oil pan right?? if so i dont agree with this idea, and i know some will argue with this including 034 Motorsports, as i have already talked to them on this idea.

A catch can is put into place to CATCH all the condensation in your crankcase...well what is condensation, WATER, not good for a fuel mixture or anything else unless mixed with Meth...Anyways you also have some oil blow by as well since the PCV system is put there to do its job as a "Positive Crank Case Ventilation" sytem, and this oil will get caught and mixed with this water and look like a foamy nasty mixutre in the catch can. Now 034 has this drain back to oil pan feature to drain the OIL back to the pan, but heres the thing, that oil is getting mix with water, and oil is actually lighter in density than water so it sits on top of the water, so what is the FIRST thing to drain into your oil pan!?!?...WATER! thus defeating the purpose of the catch can...

But this is just my 2cents...that drain to oil feature is for a lazy guy who doesn't want to drain a Catch Can but defeat the crap from going into the intake of the motor, even tho it still can as it gets recirculated into the turbo inlet...it will just take longer to reach the cylinders.

Heres 034s 2cents...

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showth...-Can-Dip-Stick

Hi Alex,

Glad we could get a laugh going!

Under normal operating conditions, the catch can would not cycle any more water back to the crankcase. At operating temperature, that vapor ends up exiting the can with the crankcase gasses. You're not really introducing any more water than there would be in the crankcase to begin with. We've had customers in cold climates to do back to back oil analysis with and without the recirculation option.

I'll see what we can do about the hardware for the drain, I believe the allen is kind of an odd size.

Thanks!

[DoctorB8]

Heres the thing if im understanding your question correctly...Your talking about the install part for the catch can to drain back to oil pan right?? if so i dont agree with this idea, and i know some will argue with this including 034 Motorsports, as i have already talked to them on this idea.

A catch can is put into place to CATCH all the condensation in your crankcase...well what is condensation, WATER, not good for a fuel mixture or anything else unless mixed with Meth...Anyways you also have some oil blow by as well since the PCV system is put there to do its job as a "Positive Crank Case Ventilation" sytem, and this oil will get caught and mixed with this water and look like a foamy nasty mixutre in the catch can. Now 034 has this drain back to oil pan feature to drain the OIL back to the pan, but heres the thing, that oil is getting mix with water, and oil is actually lighter in density than water so it sits on top of the water, so what is the FIRST thing to drain into your oil pan!?!?...WATER! thus defeating the purpose of the catch can...

But this is just my 2cents...that drain to oil feature is for a lazy guy who doesn't want to drain a Catch Can but defeat the crap from going into the intake of the motor, even tho it still can as it gets recirculated into the turbo inlet...it will just take longer to reach the cylinders.

Heres 034s 2cents...

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showth...-Can-Dip-Stick

Good point and I visited this idea. However I was under the impression that the drain is operated by releasing everything in the can via a mechanism such as a stop chuck rather than a constant drain. Was I sold incorectly?

[Alex1188]

Good point and I visited this idea. However I was under the impression that the drain is operated by releasing everything in the can via a mechanism such as a stop chuck rather than a constant drain. Was I sold incorectly?

Im not sure exactly what they sold you...but even if it was a chuck, your still draining oily water back into your oil pan. But what you could do if it is a chuck or valve that you can manually open, is use that as a drain, when you do want to drain it. I would suggest not using in the way they sold it to you. Run the catch can with out the drain first, drain it into a clear plastic bottle and you will see why i say that