AJ's 2009 C6.5 A6 Avant - DAD WAGN thread

[G-Can]

Yeah, I will be pulling mine soon. Coming up on 100k and may add a Hx as well! I can measure while I'm in there.

Thanks as well for the kind words! Definitely a work in progress, as seen in this thread!

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Ok, now it looks proper! Never liked that smoked look, this is perfect now

What's with the roof cross bars They are way to far apart hehe
But again, which ones are they, as there are no OEM in North America as far as I know.

[LionKing]

Reading a bit more on this it sounds like Audi might be using PWM (pulse width modulation) on the light circuit as well and that might explain why just adding resistors didn't give you the expected result (halogens and LEDs react differently to PWM). I may need to test them with an oscilloscope to check if there's a voltage frequency being applied to the circuit at all. If so then that might explain why the solution you showed needed a relay that switches a separate 12V (non-PWM) line to the LEDs when the lights are on. It's still a bandaid work around but that might be a better way to approach it. I'll post up what I find when I do it (likely when I get around to adding an HX too ).

There is definitely a PWM being used in our boats. The Leds "hyper flash" every time voltage is applied to check the circuit. Of course that only happens when they are off, which I dont might coding my fogs as DRL so they would be always on.. but for an issue like reverse lights doing that when going down the highway, that can lead to issues with the law, lol.

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[LionKing]

Ok, now it looks proper! Never liked that smoked look, this is perfect now

What's with the roof cross bars They are way to far apart hehe
But again, which ones are they, as there are no OEM in North America as far as I know.

Yeah, I decided against the smoked myself once I saw how clean body color moulds that through.

They are far apart, but i set them that way to properly carry my basket, when its loaded. Which, truthfully, is a lot more than i thought it would be.. Especially when its sets of wheels every week trying to find what i like on this beast of a car! (Pics below)

They are sold by OMACUSA, but are for a B8 A4 Avant, lightly modified. I went with those due to the flush style mounts and the "whispbar" style cross bars. SUPER low noise. I love them.

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[jbain2]

Yeah, I decided against the smoked myself once I saw how clean body color moulds that through.

They are far apart, but i set them that way to properly carry my basket, when its loaded. Which, truthfully, is a lot more than i thought it would be.. Especially when its sets of wheels every week trying to find what i like on this beast of a car! (Pics below)

They are sold by OMACUSA, but are for a B8 A4 Avant, lightly modified. I went with those due to the flush style mounts and the "whispbar" style cross bars. SUPER low noise. I love them.

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The little one in the back looks content. Good stuff. Keep it coming!


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[LionKing]

The little one in the back looks content. Good stuff. Keep it coming!


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Definitely fun for summer vacation!

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[estomax]

i am still digging those tinted tail lights a lot.. are there any issues with edges peeling at all from washes and stuff? I kind of want to do it to my wifes car too.

the wagons looking great!

[LionKing]

i am still digging those tinted tail lights a lot.. are there any issues with edges peeling at all from washes and stuff? I kind of want to do it to my wifes car too.

the wagons looking great!

Thanks man!
No, no issues. Lamin-x is pretty high quality. I also trimmed it basically perfect to the light. Wont come up unless you want it to!

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[ewmin3m]

are your new fogs still yellow-ish ?

I have basically 4-5 different bulb colours now, since I got my transparent side marker bulbs lol


I would like to find a bulb for my bumper side markers to match the blue-ish tinge of the DRL; but i haven't found anybody with first hand experience with a bulb that matches.

[LionKing]

are your new fogs still yellow-ish ?

I have basically 4-5 different bulb colours now, since I got my transparent side marker bulbs lol


I would like to find a bulb for my bumper side markers to match the blue-ish tinge of the DRL; but i haven't found anybody with first hand experience with a bulb that matches.

They are as white as halogen can be, I guess. If I remember right, they are Sylvania. I matched mine to basically headlight because I havent set my fog as DRL since we cant run LED without the error.

As for side markers, mine are fouble wrapped in 3m black to prevent any color or light from showing through.

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[LionKing]

Had some fun this weekend re-doing the interior trim. Its an interesting design to say the least, but with it looking satin/sheen, should match an alcantara/suede headliner and steering wheel I plan on going with

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[DRKNESS65]

I like it because I can see it’s unique.

[LionKing]

I like it because I can see it’s unique.

I'm a fan! Once I did all of them

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[DRKNESS65]

Plus like you’ve said it will all tie in with the steering wheel and headliner.

[LionKing]

Plus like you’ve said it will all tie in with the steering wheel and headliner.

Yeah, it will look pretty neat. I was aiming for a forged carbon fiber but I misclicked, however I do genuinely like it. When I only did one I sat there like "uhhhh I dont know, I should have gotten my money back"

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[DRKNESS65]

Yes I did that with a set of wheels but upon mounting them, gave me that “ look “ that isn’t know I was missing.

[Revolv0]

Beautiful wagon, Good Luck with Build.

[LionKing]

Better shot of the trim, I hope.

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[DRKNESS65]

Shoot I am still waiting on the steering wheel lol.

[LionKing]

Shoot I am still waiting on the steering wheel lol.

No really. Ive been searching for a flat bottom. I need to list these 18s to have some throw away cash. Lol

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[DRKNESS65]

I know that feeling as my flat bottomed wheel ran me $1500 minus an airbag lol.

[LionKing]

I know that feeling as my flat bottomed wheel ran me $1500 minus an airbag lol.

Wow. What one did you get? Even a custom one with no core i was quoted about 600 shipped.

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[DRKNESS65]

Remember mine is for a 2021 and that was cheaper then some of the others. Mine came from Europrice.

[ewmin3m]

Better shot of the trim, I hope.

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That looks amazing.
Did you do the center trim? As well.

I'm contemplating doing this as well.all the fingerprint smudges on the glossy wood trim trigger me hard xD

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[LionKing]

That looks amazing.
Did you do the center trim? As well.

I'm contemplating doing this as well.all the fingerprint smudges on the glossy wood trim trigger me hard xD

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For now, my center console is still gloss black. I plan on redoing it because it was rushed to see if I could do it in the car. I ordered my Carplay/AA unit and will have to remove some of the dash anyways, so I'll pull the whole console then and redo it. Ive debated satin, but I'm not sure.

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[LionKing]

That looks amazing.
Did you do the center trim? As well.

I'm contemplating doing this as well.all the fingerprint smudges on the glossy wood trim trigger me hard xD

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And also, thank you! Its definitely something I like after seeing it completed. And I agree, the finger prints are crazy, but its the same with the black! I just couldnt stand the sight of the woodgrain anymore.

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[ewmin3m]

And also, thank you! Its definitely something I like after seeing it completed. And I agree, the finger prints are crazy, but its the same with the black! I just couldnt stand the sight of the woodgrain anymore.

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Can you feel the pattern on that wrap?
I'd like to get something with a slight texture would help with smudges.

:D



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[LionKing]

Can you feel the pattern on that wrap?
I'd like to get something with a slight texture would help with smudges.

:D



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It's textured. No fingerprints possible
I have actually thought about going over it in clear to give it a more OEM feel.

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[ewmin3m]

What type of vinyl brand did you go for? 3m or something else?


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[LionKing]

What type of vinyl brand did you go for? 3m or something else?


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Its Vvivid. As someone who wraps cars, I can say with utmost resolve, I do not like this brand and how it wraps. They have some cool colors, designs, etc.. But the material itself is something I, and alot of other people in the same, do not like in the least. I prefer 3m or Avery Dennison myself.

However! It worked, it looks pretty good, and I'm happy with it.

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[Razz2o4]

Did you do the shifter update, or was it already done? If you did, how difficult was it? I love that look so much more. I am looking at a 2011 in upper NY at the moment. Just trying to make up my mind if i am going to pull the trigger.

[LionKing]

Did you do the shifter update, or was it already done? If you did, how difficult was it? I love that look so much more. I am looking at a 2011 in upper NY at the moment. Just trying to make up my mind if i am going to pull the trigger.

Yes I did it, took about 5 minutes. They arent bad to do.

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[LionKing]

Picked up a complete 2011 front bumper yesterday! Unfortunately had to perform some plastic repairs due to it tearing upon removal (not a pick your part style junkyard, they pull it for you after inspection) but I own a plastic welder and had some free time as well. Due to that, got it for an absolute STEAL! Looks great and I can support the weight of the bumper by the portion that originally tore. Should look great when the wagon is wrapped!

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[LionKing]

Also, as a second update of the night, I can check off the Headunit upgrade.
Complete unit from AliExpress showed up yesterday! Photos upon install. Will either be in the spring or one day this winter when I can predict my dealer being slow based on appointment count.

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[G-Can]

Also, as a second update of the night, I can check off the Headunit upgrade.
Complete unit from AliExpress showed up yesterday! Photos upon install. Will either be in the spring or one day this winter when I can predict my dealer being slow based on appointment count.

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uuu that Im definitelly interested in, please follow up with photos and links, appreciate it!

[stckwd77]

uuu that Im definitelly interested in, please follow up with photos and links, appreciate it!

Ditto! My Bluetooth for the phone is flaky so if the head unit has Bluetooth built in and CarPlay, I’m in!!


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[LionKing]

uuu that Im definitelly interested in, please follow up with photos and links, appreciate it!

I shall!

Ditto! My Bluetooth for the phone is flaky so if the head unit has Bluetooth built in and CarPlay, I’m in!!


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It does! Its an aliexpress unit that is very OEM+ looking. And its for 2G! Here is a stock photo, but once I get it installed and verified I'll give it the okay and drop a link!
Its about 480 shipped and that includes adding the backup camera option that replaces the hatch handle as well (also OEM+). Its a gamble, but I can give my input after install so no one else gambles as well!

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[MTL4]

Unfortunately had to perform some plastic repairs due to it tearing upon removal (not a pick your part style junkyard, they pull it for you after inspection) but I own a plastic welder and had some free time as well.

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The tabs on the sides of my bumper cracked as well so I need to do a similar repair, what type of plastic is the bumper?

Also what plastic welder did you use? Link?

[LionKing]

The tabs on the sides of my bumper cracked as well so I need to do a similar repair, what type of plastic is the bumper?

Also what plastic welder did you use? Link?

Not sure what type of plastic the bumper is, but I picked this up a few years ago for a few different things

https://www.harborfreight.com/80-wat...IaAmfgEALw_wcB

Recommendations are to remove the bumper, superglue it together how you want/need it to sit first, then use the plastic welder to fuse them together more permanently.
I let my iron get hot for about 10 minutes first so it doesnt cool down with the first touches.

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[MTL4]

So you didn’t need to add any plastic for the welding process? (that’s where it would be important to know the plastic type)

The bumper you picked up is absolutely identical to what I have on mine too, grille and all (minus headlight washers). Very common for the bumper tabs to be cracked like that (bodyshop confirmed this) so having a good method to repair saves you alot of money over a new one. That’s gonna look really sharp when it’s all done.

[LionKing]

So you didn’t need to add any plastic for the welding process? (that’s where it would be important to know the plastic type)

The bumper you picked up is absolutely identical to what I have on mine too, grille and all (minus headlight washers). Very common for the bumper tabs to be cracked like that (bodyshop confirmed this) so having a good method to repair saves you alot of money over a new one. That’s gonna look really sharp when it’s all done.

Its only common because people dont know how to pull these bumpers! Lol, I'm a mechanic, and in that, I know not to just yoink, rip, and tear if its not moving! People just forget about the 10mm nut. hidden behind and under the headlight

That being said, the kit comes with filler plastic as well. Which I'm assuming is a generic soft plastic. It melts and hardens pretty well.

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