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  1. No start problem: two days later and the dealer is clueless
  2. Who was looking for lug nut covers? are you still looking?
  3. Wont this work?
  4. Brake Light Sensor HELP!!!!!
  5. Brake Upgrade?
  6. Clear corners - Smoked side marker?
  7. question for you tranny guys
  8. Dealer Code 408A79?
  9. Hey PaulW....since Icedillon has me on the topics of tires....
  10. does anyone know the pinouts for the trailer wiring
  11. Hot off the press: S8 coming end of 2005 (in Germany at least).
  12. Temperature
  13. A/C acting funky
  14. Control Arm recall
  15. JimR, do you have a picture of your car with the Thule Box on top of it?
  16. From last month, the official pics and article from our SoCal Julian Drive are finally up
  17. upper control arm bolt frozen
  18. Weird noise!
  19. LMAO! If you own, or have ever owned, a classic British car, you need to see this.
  20. A/C Recharge
  21. Mack Truck Tire:1 Audi A8: 0
  22. Walnut Creek, CA GTG update
  23. The Autoclub.com ... opinions
  24. rough feel on idle/stop
  25. studder steps between 38-42mphs
  26. upper control arms
  27. Done with adding mods to your car? Let's mod a laptop!
  28. control arm set
  29. results back I need a new tranny
  30. Off-topic: so you think YOU'RE having a bad day...
  31. BEL 745 Plus remote radar detector / laser jammer install, plus high tech phone & iPod mounts
  32. BEL 745 Plus remote, front grill view
  33. Super high tech fix to eliminate bumper catching on curbs
  34. Trunk
  35. Last but not least, an argument against PBR ceramic pads, at least at the rear
  36. frozen control arm bolt saga continued
  37. Inflation?
  38. Atlanta
  39. BWAHAHAHAHA! Hack / Motodyne step on it, when given an opportunity to show their stuff.
  40. Valet Keys
  41. Coolant Mix
  42. Paging PaulW or ryoung...Brake question
  43. tranny being rebuilt.. I told them to take their time
  44. Do you sometimes wonder if our cars are worth all the effort?
  45. Is there a simplified version of these forums somewhere on the site, for mobile devices like Palm ?
  46. Loudener installed today! Ok, actually resonator removed.
  47. location of ABS sensors
  48. Where are the Mechanical Fan Clutches?
  49. Just rolled in from a 2k drive over the past week
  50. manual override of rear parking sensors
  51. Hey guys, new to the board
  52. Been awhile since I posted....Good Bye.
  53. VAG TOOL
  54. Rought Idle - Sparks?
  55. VAG Cable
  56. Repaint - Spies Hecker
  57. Timing Belt
  58. Finally did it!
  59. My '99 A8 with H&R's and '04 OEM 5-spokes wearing 245 Contis
  60. Anyone want a set of chrome mirror covers for his A8?
  61. New exhaust note sound clip.
  62. Top Sedans of 2005
  63. lucas Oil stabilizer- does anyone here use this stuff?
  64. Finally got that bolt free
  65. for those still looking for a set of avus 18x8 6-spokes w/tires
  66. A8L Oil Pressure Gage
  67. Will any nav+ with MMI work on a 2003 S8? Also, anyone selling mods?>>>
  68. Fixed my overheating problem. The problem was in the mix as I expected
  69. Amsoil type/weight for 2001 S8?
  70. SALE, Ronal R38's, 17-18" sizes
  71. Are A4 B5 mirrors the same as D2s? Are they a direct replacement? Can I buy just one?
  72. Randy Young, please pick up the white courtesy phone...
  73. Paul W
  74. Valet Key Part 2
  75. Dealer Service
  76. What happens when I disconnect and reconnect the battery?
  77. TSHong...
  78. Does anyone have an old '97 radio bracket to sell?TIA
  79. cv joint circlip spec
  80. Both interior trunk lights out..
  81. Vag-com code found. What's the deal? The code is...
  82. Brake change!?
  83. A/C in ECON mode problem resolved
  84. check out this sound system.. DYI can be done by all
  85. Not a8 related - Is anyone here going to the live 8 concert at hyde park theatre?
  86. I spun out once during fedex autocross stupidity. ;)
  87. Calling fusiler !!, cloudy trim
  88. Is there a quick way to turn OFF the A/C?
  89. socket size for oil filter cover on a '00
  90. USGP...anyone else going? Hopefully Schumi has a better run on his season this race!
  91. i have 63k on the A8 and about to go in for the 60K checkup...
  92. steering wheel off center...
  93. oil change at jiffy lube....anyone
  94. slick 50 or it's equivalent... anyone put these additives in with their engine oil???
  95. Getting hot in NY
  96. how hard is it to find a set of 'saucer' wheels? what do they usually go for?
  97. Update for GTG in Walnut Creek, CA Sat 18th
  98. I must say the S8 is an awesome track car for how large it is....
  99. New night shots 6-14-05 ( and after midnight ). Now with tinted windows.
  100. Power Sunroof Problem
  101. A bit of excitement at Mid-Ohio ...
  102. S8 Boge Shocks - What's the source besides the dealer?
  103. I need new brake pads. What is the OEM stuff ATE, TEXTAR or PAGID
  104. SOMMERFAST 2005 German Car weekend in Stowe, VT June 24-26
  105. OT: PaulW at work....
  106. Stock S8 Boge shocks versus Sport Bilstein Shocks
  107. wheel bearings
  108. A/C freeze-up compressor not cycling - summer coming, help!
  109. Dyno Day at AMS on Saturday, July 9th, 2005
  110. Getting hot in NY-update
  111. Good price for new brake job?
  112. Whatchya think?
  113. More night shots, mostly of German Drivers A4
  114. Paddle Shifters revisited
  115. Six Speed Tranny
  116. Well, hopefully the my last of my annoying front suspension noise saga....
  117. LA area dealers
  118. Cross Country Trip: MSP to LA
  119. VandyS4's Definitive B5 S4 FAQ, Now with Glossary. (note: no real information)
  120. I'm keeping my eyes peeled for the elusive TDI!
  121. How do you find out the radio code if you lost the card?TIA
  122. 9 days 'til Audi Expo! - Have we heard from you ?
  123. Transmission Saga continues...
  124. Engine Vibration! Not Good, Please Help!
  125. resurrecting the window rattle question (again)...
  126. I am going to buy a few control arm sets anyone interested?
  127. Don't forget to register: 2-day ACNA driving school @ Streets of Willow - July 8 & 9th
  128. front end alignments
  129. Thought this might interest some of you [X-Post B6 S4 Forum]
  130. REMINDER: GTG IN WALNUT CREEK,CA TOMORROW 4 PM, BROADWAY PLAZA
  131. The power drain of altitude...
  132. Did my brakes today. I also changed oil to Pentosynth 5W40. Does anyone use this stuff?
  133. Hate to say this--- I'm considering selling my S8....
  134. Leaving for Germany....
  135. Atlanta Peeps, get together Thursday night?
  136. ECU Replacement or Repair
  137. Did you guys know that the new generation AUDI will require a dealer log in.
  138. Radio Safe Mode. HELP!!! I'm locked out!!
  139. Timing Belt Time; considering one of the VA dealerships
  140. happy fathers day to all the fathers out there..
  141. down shift thud
  142. 01 S8 front end noise
  143. transmission fill/drain crush washer part nos?
  144. Follow-up info about my L10 install
  145. C-Navi disc?!?
  146. steering wheel
  147. Anyone try the mods we haven't thought of yet...?
  148. So I've been bitten by the S8 bug again......
  149. Tight Oil Drain Plugs
  150. USGP pictures...I got to hang out in the Porsche Supercup garages!
  151. Waterfest. Anyone going to waterfest in New Jersey
  152. Transmission Hell! TozoA8 who is your trans guy?
  153. Don't forget about the L.A. GTG tomorrow nite @ The Stand in Encino (SFV) - Tue June 21st 7:30pm
  154. 5th Annual Audi Expo - Schedule:
  155. Post Your Favorite A8 Vagcom code fixes
  156. Fail-safe mode 97 A8
  157. It seems that there are a lot of trans. problems
  158. LOVE MY CAR
  159. 6/26/05 - Krispy Kreme GTG in Newington, CT
  160. 1998 A8Q lower oil pan bolt torque values
  161. anyone ever use these guys for audi parts... autohausza.com???
  162. s8 rims
  163. Well..Audi paid for the repair
  164. How NOT to turn your A8 into an S8 . . .
  165. Do you know how to reset the CEL light if you dont have ROSStech?
  166. VAGCOM A8- How to reset oil change and service 2 lights?
  167. Ronal R38 17-18" Sale
  168. Cost of rebuilt transmission
  169. Follow up on purchase....
  170. Xenon Plus Left Side Unit
  171. Audi audio with a Bang (& Olufsen) - some more details
  172. Mechanics?
  173. Fuel pump :o(
  174. Anyone experience stiffer than normal steering on restart after the car
  175. What oil to use for long life?
  176. Please Help! Vag Codes: 17831/17819: Secondary Injection System
  177. 1997 A8 Quattro
  178. Windows cracking??
  179. Noise in right cramshaft on ABZ engine
  180. 000526 Error - think brake ventilation valve...
  181. Update to breakdown, verdict: shorted instrument cluster. Glad to have CPO.
  182. If you live in the northeast, here is a good deal on a set of 18" Audi OEM wheels, (not mine)
  183. X-post from the A6 C5 forum: Transmission Question
  184. trunk doesn't lock
  185. AEG GSM phone has bad receiveing range.
  186. a little info on used cars, I found this on Intellichoice
  187. De-badged!
  188. Airport Troubles- From NY Times
  189. had to share this with you all we need a laugh sometimes
  190. Well it wasn't my intent to let it go down this way, but
  191. Buying an A8, Step 1 (long)
  192. Intro Pricing on Milltek D2 A8 / S8 Catback...
  193. Viscous Coupled Fan Question
  194. The verdict....
  195. Drove a friend's new S4 convertible today...
  196. Any recommendations for front rotors? I have rears, and have been looking at the ECS package but...
  197. 2 weeks... until Streets of Willow. Registration deadline is July 1st, space still available
  198. I need a little HELP!!!
  199. Attn PaulW, Randy, JimR and the other technical gurus...My biggest complaint with
  200. Buying an A8, Step 2, shipping the car
  201. tranny update
  202. window tinting
  203. Tranny issue?
  204. I replaced all my control arms on the front end.....
  205. Audi A8 alarm goes off then lights flash...
  206. I'm buying my first A8 : Need some advise...
  207. We drove down from Jersey to Hilton Head
  208. 1st at an IASCA sponsered car show
  209. Solved my squeaky brakes
  210. 97 A8 4.2 Q w/TIP - Vibration after Trans service and Timing Belt Service
  211. PaulW's dirty AutoX secret......he's on the juice!
  212. New suspension in.
  213. Anybody have a 16" wheel center cap and 1 lug cover....
  214. Nice day for a car pic
  215. Rotor size for a 2000 A8L?
  216. My A8 with new OZ 20"
  217. A/C problems, refrigerant disappears
  218. Looks like a good deal on new style A8 wheels
  219. Okay, I changed my rear shocks and springs back to stock
  220. Uncoded key
  221. Water temp. warning
  222. So...valet decided to park my car...in a wall.
  223. PaulW, What air filter
  224. Eibach vs. Intrax vs. B+G
  225. Fuel pump 2000 A8
  226. Met an A8er selling OZ Opera II rims
  227. anyone know of any aftermarket 323x30 rotors? I can only find OEM plain.
  228. Bout to list in the classifeds, but is there anyone in search of a 97' passenger airbag and module?
  229. beautiful s8 w/ rs6 wheels at the bike shop today...
  230. Tranny Party
  231. Euro License Plate Holder Cover
  232. A8L's first pic with new sneaks and S8 suspension
  233. Anybody have Insomnia? Here's all my Supercharger Calcs
  234. Anyone know how to reset the OIL service light if you dont have ROSStech?
  235. Pointers on Installing Lowering Springs
  236. Finally, Parrot 3100 bluetooth phone kit is working.
  237. rear diff flange seals - removing axle
  238. ryoung, back to th rotor size again.
  239. Going in for a little surgical tuneup Thursday 6/30. Having
  240. Has anyone changed the valve cover gaskets
  241. Looking for a wire harness - Botched HF kit install
  242. What's the purpose of that 3rd little wire to the battery?
  243. PaulW - When's the clinic ;-)?? Dealer couldn't fix the window rattle :(..seem clueless
  244. 01 A8L: Squeeking/Creaking/Rattling from front left corner of interior?
  245. Suspension-A-Thon Update
  246. Radio safe mode and temp(degrees to celcius)changed twice
  247. Anyone have experience with either of these codes: P0442, 00283?
  248. Just got back from Charleston SC..
  249. Power Steering Hydraulic Fluid
  250. This fuel pump thang.... sorry rather long