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  1. Welcome to the 4.2 liter V8 forum
  2. Ok, now were talking! 4.2's for everyone!
  3. Displacement is beautiful, isn't it?
  4. GAH.. TOO MANY FORUMS!!! =P
  5. Ideas and a foundation?
  6. A8 4.2, A6 4.2, RS 6 4.2, S4 4.2, allroad 4.2, this is great!
  7. I like this place :) I think we should post pics of our rides!
  8. Very Cool. So now what? What do we do differently here than what we did on the A6 forum?
  9. A new FORUM.....FOR ME!!!!!!!
  10. ooo, now this is more like it
  11. Wow, RS6's too?
  12. Nice...very nice...
  13. Oooooo..... now I feel special. Only the 4.2 boys (and gals) can come play, right?
  14. Just had to get on page 1!! been waiting for this forum
  15. Per the drop down menu, this is the 4.2 "development" forum, but the header just says 4.2 V8
  16. At last! No more reading acres of posts on torn TTBs and dump gates..........
  17. This needs to be called the 3.6/4.2 forum. Just a thought.
  18. Tip question (Ist thread)?
  19. Will this be a forum for 4.2 swaps aswell (might plop one in my 90q 20v)
  20. 30 K Service
  21. Anyone else considered...
  22. wow freash air
  23. I wonder if April will come visit us here -- I miss her already!
  24. Who else in here besides the A8 group hates the 5HP24A transmission!
  25. It is not the size of your engine, its how you use it!
  26. What was your experience with 4.2 ECU Chipped/Reflashed
  27. I'm really considering developing a supercharger for the 4.2
  28. Just got a G-Tech Pro
  29. Is there anybody out there?
  30. ECU KEEP`S BLOWING FUSES
  31. When your engine is running, and your hood is open, what do you hear?
  32. Lemmiwinks settings for A6 4.2
  33. Supercharger for B6 S4....
  34. s6 has same engine as a6 4.2.......
  35. Hi fellas, a place to call our own, where we can all vent in frustration....
  36. What's the word on Electric Superchargers???? How come noone's messing....
  37. i know this is the 4.2 forum but question about the 3.6
  38. Which vendor/tuner is making upgraded injector kits for the old school 4.2???
  39. I got an email from the electric supercharger guy
  40. Updated info on MTM SCs for 4.2Ls.....
  41. Oh cool , I just stumbled across this new Forum :-)
  42. Survey - 4.2 fuel mileage
  43. 4.2 V8, what is theoretical max HP one could get with new chip, air filter, exhaust, and Optimax?
  44. selling my 18x8 BBS RSII's
  45. IA Chip for PT and ABH V8's?
  46. Engine Code 2181: engine coolant peformance
  47. 4.2 engine "rattle" - anyone fix it ?
  48. Survey: How many miles on your 4.2? Any problems?
  49. Update on the Lemmiwinks settings
  50. X-Post
  51. Bwuahahah, we're still on page 1. WTF??? Cmon guys, let's get lively over here.....
  52. 4.2 kill story, I was drafting a540i the other day.....
  53. I was working on modeling a ramair scoop to go under the grill and feed into...
  54. Anyone tried to remove mechanical radiator cooling fan and replace with electric ones?
  55. best 4.2 and supercharger combo?
  56. Anyone put Nitrous on this motor yet?
  57. Ward's 10 Best Engines
  58. is the 4.2 V8 the same in the A6, A8, neu S4, and S8?!
  59. 98 4.2 S8 MTM 24 MPG!
  60. Just want to thank PaulW for passing the chip upgrade for the 4.2 A8 on to me!
  61. AMD technik (www.amdtechnik.com) claim that with exhaust and chip, 4.2 will get 380 bhp. This is
  62. Centifugal Blower on 4.2, what the HP curve might look like
  63. Anyone thought of running TBs like this?
  64. A few posts mention changing TB I thought 4.2 was chain???
  65. Best HP Options for a 2003 4.2 a6 - Normal??????
  66. Where can I find specs on the 4.2 V8?
  67. 4.2 plans coming along nicely... anyone have the compression ratio for the 300hp 4.2?
  68. When will FSI make it's way to the 4.2L V8 for all models throughout the Audi lineup?
  69. Crosspost: those 35hp are rightfully mine!
  70. 4.2 motor problems
  71. 4.2 Fuel issues
  72. Anyone change the cambelt themselves in an A6 4.2 ?
  73. Does anybody know how to differentiate ..
  74. 1998 Audi A8 Fuel Injector
  75. Cross Reference Reading
  76. Tranny
  77. Just got both the ETKA 2004 and the Alldata 2005 sotware
  78. fuel additives cleaners etc...
  79. S6 Lemmiwinks Settings
  80. differences on the 40valve V8... 300hp, 310hp, 340hp, 360hp... ?
  81. What motor oil would you recommend for engine with 54k miles in North East?
  82. 5th Annual Audi Expo! - It's coming!!!
  83. Interior lights
  84. Any one hear anything about race cats for the 4.2's????
  85. 5th Annual Audi Expo - Come be a part of history again!
  86. Lemmiwinks 4.2 settings
  87. Is bolt-up to the tranny the same across all Audi V8's from the 40v down?
  88. 9 days 'til Audi Expo! - Have we heard from you ?
  89. 5th Annual Audi Expo - Schedule:
  90. My Supercharger calcs for the ABZ Motor
  91. honestly, have any of you wiskey deltas had the huevos to try nitrous yet?
  92. V8 into a 90??
  93. does anyone know when the new Rs4 comes on the market in US ?
  94. gearbox whining noise
  95. I've wondered were everyone with a 4.2 went. I'm glad I've found you all.
  96. S4 4.2 with cams and port and polish
  97. Audi and Reliability
  98. s6 ecu to a6 4.2
  99. A6 4.2 2000...where do I get an Oil Filter???
  100. warmup time
  101. It's a 4.2 litre V8 for god's sake!!
  102. A.W.E. Tuning at H2O International September 25th
  103. WHERE IS MY FU%$ING SUPERCHARGER A.P.R. !?!?!?!?!
  104. Best sounding exhaust set up with the 4.2
  105. Internal Control Module (EEPROM) Error P1640 18048
  106. Turbo or Supercharger
  107. $40 oil filter???
  108. Are the crank and pistons forged in B7 S4 4.2? How much HP can the stock block handle?
  109. Memory power to ECM getting lost PLEASE HELP
  110. CEL for 2ndary air too low? I've had 8!
  111. Will the s4 V8 and trans, from the b6/7 fit into a b5 A4
  112. To convert 2001 A6's 4.2L engine to S8's specs, I need...
  113. Centrifugal Supercharger question
  114. Anyone want to sell their RS6 Exhaust???
  115. Some figures required
  116. Got a problem!
  117. audi v8 swap
  118. Too lean code
  119. PES Supercharger for A6 4.2 release date pushed back a little
  120. e85 fuel
  121. total noob question....
  122. Just bought a 2001 4.2, couple questions
  123. RS6 turbo motor available!
  124. H&R Coilovers systems sucks in new jersey
  125. Torque HP and Weight equation question
  126. New B7 S4 -> Anything I should know about the engine?
  127. I'm dissapointed w/my 2005.5 V8 engine, what can I do to improve?
  128. Engine surge/stumble A8Q 4.2
  129. Audi Expo 2006 - It's coming!!!!
  130. HELP! Did I buy a lemon? 4.2 Misfire
  131. 1993 V8 Quattro Service Manual
  132. A8L / 4.2 Liter Ping / Predetonation
  133. Timing belt change
  134. Vibrating V8
  135. Audi Expo 2006 - Come be a part of history again!
  136. 2001 4.2 Oil Filter/Mobil 1 Extended mileage Oil Reviews
  137. New Water Pump Leaking?
  138. Spark plug wires - how to remove them without damage?
  139. P&P and 5 angle valve job
  140. is my 2002 S6 throttle by wire?
  141. Timing Issues. 97 A8. Marks all aligned, camshaft position sensor error, p1392, followed Bentley...
  142. Aftermarket Modifications - shortening life of engine?
  143. Looking 4 Supercharger
  144. which transmission?
  145. Converting 4.2 V8 to RS6 style bi-turbo is it possible???.....
  146. Opinions wanted: What upgrade did the most for the least $$$?
  147. Has anyone had high oil consumption?
  148. Speedware puts MTM s/c on us s4
  149. Anyone know if I can use a vag-com to see if the intake manifold is
  150. 4.2 into 91
  151. RS4 V8 REAL CRANK HP FIGURES
  152. Does anyone know the part# for 2005.5-S4 Coil-packs???
  153. '97 A8 Transmission Nightmare
  154. New Audi Parts!!!
  155. 4.2 V8 Chip?
  156. Dual Stage Manifold - Passenger side is binding - Broken Linkage
  157. B6 S4 Intakes...which one
  158. Do they make a chip for the Q7 4.2 yet? If so, what do i get from it?
  159. S6 Avant valve train noise
  160. I thought you guys might like to see my VAST performance built A6 with S8 motor 6speed
  161. Random Misfire Under Load
  162. '02 A8L 4.2 getting warmer and warmer...
  163. No goin back...
  164. Engine Differences
  165. V8Q - no acceleration poor top speed
  166. Anyone installed a Miltech exhaust on the 4.2?
  167. floor mats, wiper blades, other accessories
  168. dead battery
  169. 4.2 reliability/repairs
  170. 4.2 Tiptrpnic Milltech Downpipes
  171. AWE Tuning NON RESONATED CAT BACK vs. Resonated Cat Back
  172. Thermostat replacement
  173. compression figures for S6 Avant
  174. Engine upgrades...where to start??
  175. Supercharger for the new V8............
  176. need 4 speed
  177. APR Holiday Sale and Stage 3+ Giveaway!
  178. Perfornance Chip Choices for B6 S4
  179. Dual in dual out muffler ?
  180. Picking up a A6 4.2 - Any common issues I should address?
  181. 4.2 Rebuild?! Engine loosing water. Pointers of traps appreciated!
  182. Best 'performance' spark plugs for 4.2 S6?
  183. 4.2 cylinder head problems.
  184. Performance improvements 2004 S4
  185. AMD Tech chip for RS4
  186. heater fan whining noise
  187. c5 4.2 manual question. can i do it?
  188. 11.3 Quarts?
  189. ECU
  190. Coolant temp Sensor 4.2 engine
  191. When is it time to do a fuel injector service on the 4.2?
  192. 1990 quattro v8
  193. RS4 4.2 FSI issues
  194. Oil Leak Help!!
  195. My car wants to keep going faster! Any ideas???
  196. Oil Leak more info after getting under the car in 15 degree weather last night
  197. 2000 A6 4.2 Valve Guide Seal Problem per my Mechanic & Extended Warranty
  198. Headlight Plastic Cover
  199. Q7 4.2 FSI Engine - Interference?
  200. Need an information
  201. Are A8's flex fuel ready?
  202. A8 Injector fail has blown Engine Computer?
  203. 4.2L With Manual Transmission
  204. 1st bad intake, 2nd bad ecu, 3rd bad left head---WTF
  205. brief tapping at startup
  206. Chip / Software upgrade recommendation for this V8?
  207. TSB RVU Engine Control Module Update (I3)
  208. oil leak
  209. Chicago New Audi Owner A6 w/4.2 V8 (2001) Questions . . .
  210. Oil Filter Location
  211. O2 Sensors
  212. Phisherman Fakes the Funk with Bogus Email Scams
  213. S4 4.2 versus S5 4.2 FSI - supercharging question.....
  214. Rings Gone on 72,000 mile 4.2 A6 HELP
  215. Thanks Re Rings and Oil Consumption on 00 with 72K. Update & Big Question
  216. New Member in Need of Help in NY
  217. S8 with slipping reverse?
  218. Twilight Zone nightmare
  219. De-restriction Again...
  220. Coolant leak, not from water pump !!
  221. 19" sevas Staggered Fitment
  222. SELIING 1998 AUDI A8 4.2 ENGINE COMPLETE.
  223. Transmission Fluid Leak
  224. V8 in A6
  225. Can anyone help a newbie?
  226. 16826 EVAP Emission Control Sys: small Leak
  227. Valve-cover gasket oil leak @ 25k--->
  228. oil filter location S4 4.2 V8
  229. differance between b7 s4 and rs4 4.2
  230. 5 valve
  231. Parts to rebult a 2000 A6 4.2 Engine??
  232. 4.2 CAI?
  233. [x-post] what chips are out there for the D1 4.2 liter (ABH) engine?
  234. recomendations
  235. Good Engine parts supplier for 2000 4.2 V8
  236. Throttle Hesitation
  237. S4 B6 4.2 V8 engine noise when hot
  238. 2001 4.2 Oxygen Sensors
  239. HELP! One exhaust tip is very black with carbon, the other pretty clean
  240. To chip or not to chip?!?
  241. S4 V8 - changing spark plugs help needed
  242. Does the computer need to be reset with a spark plug change?
  243. Need help!!!
  244. Need to know where can I get a Oil Cooler Kit
  245. Thinking of buying an A6, 4.2., are there transmission problems???
  246. Blue smoke from left exhaust on restart when cold - B6 S4
  247. how to get the rs4's engine in a s5?
  248. help! 4.2 really hot, physically but gauges ok
  249. 4.2 V8 Engine noise at start up
  250. B6 S4 - Been sitting for 3+ weeks in garage - any special precautions before start-up?