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  1. does anybody know diameter on a8/s8 front rotors
  2. Is my water pump toast?
  3. so i think im selling my A8...what do you think i can get for her?
  4. Something in the engine bay smells like a burned candle.... What might be causing this smell?
  5. Swap a 2000 A8 for a 2003 S8 - Am I Crazy?
  6. does anyone know of a good ebay xenon kit?
  7. I need to know how to price OEM 16" 5-spoke A8 wheels with a set of nearly new Goodyear Assurance...
  8. New (to me) '01 S8 road test opinion....
  9. KYNZ are you running again?
  10. One of the electric fans is not running.
  11. protenza 960 A/S
  12. driveshaft replacement
  13. evaporator is fixed!!
  14. I think my brain is wet. How can I get at it?
  15. My first mods...
  16. need opinion on repairs
  17. HELP!!
  18. Misfires, tappet(?) noise and flashing CEL -- What to check before taking to shop?
  19. 2000 S8 (euro) rear shocks busted
  20. My headlight washers do not turn on with the windshield washers... Name the usual suspects...
  21. Anyone have a used (broken/damaged is fine) front bumper (97-99)?
  22. Help need arm rest
  23. TRAILER HITCH?
  24. Hey guys... visitor from the other sections in audiworld. Wondering what's the demand for A8 parts?
  25. Longshot Question
  26. Hard to start when car is hot
  27. Yep, Im thinking about it again.
  28. Misfire saga... Measuring blocks
  29. Looking for Part No.
  30. Somethin' must be a miss with this one? 14K for an 02 S8?
  31. Noise in the wheels turns to be from the gearbox. What causes gearbox issues???
  32. Some stuff for sale, trans fluid, filter, IPOD ICE-Link
  33. Need help with the S-8 trans fluid output shaft seal change.
  34. got this sound from the front suspension...
  35. Trany noise...the Toyota dealer is ready to have the car repaired. I heard that...
  36. 4.2 5V cold start misfires and unstable idle? In my case it was a loose intake manifold
  37. I have two weird problems (So Long)
  38. Winter Wheels without TPMS
  39. question - Rough idle with NO CODES! could this be a front motor mount?
  40. question: weird noise on cold start up pretty scary
  41. Should I sell her to get a 02/03 S8?
  42. They blew out all drains and there is STILL a bit of water...
  43. check this new mod for our A8's
  44. Spark plugs & coil packs
  45. passed 166,000 miles today....
  46. bolt with c/w shoulder - what does it mean?
  47. Yesterday arrived Bentley repair A8 manual DVD
  48. A6 owner looking to upgrade
  49. HELP! My "service miles in 1" light just came on today. is this BAD?
  50. can I upgrade my 55w foglight bulbs to 100w without my car bursting into flames ?
  51. Today's fun at Road Atlanta. . .
  52. Randy, Paul, others...01 S8 front brake advice please!
  53. overheating
  54. What is the assesed values on your car for property taxes?
  55. OK, she died again....won't start. (LONG) HELP ME!!!!!
  56. *looks in garage* Hey! i have 10 bottles of Audi tranny fluid & an oil filter.
  57. Looking at a 2000 A8 with 97000 kms
  58. When did 97 A8s begin having this feature... [pic attached]
  59. dimming instrument lights using vag-com?
  60. My traded in S8 made EBay
  61. PaulW I have done the home work on the transmission....
  62. update to my front diff seal replacement....
  63. so replacing the power steering rack is really going to suck, isnt it?
  64. facelift clunk adaption with vag-com
  65. I was watching this 02 S8 on ebay..
  66. Would you buy a 1997 A8 with Amcoo rebuilt tranny ?
  67. anyone here have a link to a source for dash rings for the A8??
  68. While the US has red turn signals we have Amber-yuk
  69. is there a DIY for how to change your tranny fluid/filter?
  70. Do you guys prefer to have tires with more tread in the rear or in the front?
  71. xpost, I follow this forum and know there is some wisdom here, any input to my situation?
  72. tranny, 110k-should i be worried? 2000 a8
  73. S-8 Trans Tunnel Alum Extrusions removed with 12mm 12 point
  74. Ming blue S8 with wrong owners manual?
  75. KYNZ any result yet??
  76. headlights
  77. just changed front motor mount and found Pass side/front subframe bolt hanging down about 3"
  78. display shows trunk open
  79. Sorry for listing again, need to get rid of the S8 this weekend, any reasonable offers considered
  80. QUESTIONAIRE!!! What is the fastest we've driven in our A8's.
  81. '98 A8 That cranks but won't start.
  82. I have had my Vag for a few months now but not much time to play around and understand it's full....
  83. What kind of air pressures do you like to run on your S8 wheels with 245/45-18s?
  84. What year D2 S8 got non avus rim option?
  85. I need 2 rear light sockets, for the tail light section in the trunk lid. Where can I buy?
  86. blueish tinted windshield?
  87. shifter sticking
  88. what's the best way to add a front license plate to front of the car withOUT a plate holder
  89. my sparkplug connectors are shot on 2 cylinders.. should replace both
  90. TozoM8, I have followed instructions and the folllowing was found...
  91. Pick up my 99 a8 today
  92. gtreng1 are you around?
  93. Should I bother with track pads on the rear? Planning ahead for february.
  94. Extended Warranty GP - ***we're @ 8 people / need 10 for $300 discount*** - anyone...
  95. Anyone have a Spare ECU for a 1998 A8 4.2Q?
  96. engine support - subframe bolt
  97. looks like it finally caught up to him ....
  98. Snow in Syracuse: The joy of AWD
  99. A little help. will some one run a test for me
  100. What are all the VAG settings for th 2000 A8 transmission?
  101. guys, what can make a sound like a bad power steering pump?
  102. Battery for 2001 A8L
  103. PhatNoise Question
  104. subframe update
  105. This is looking pretty good to me today
  106. Greetings From Portland! Thoughts of an S8 drive-WOW
  107. I need a new job/career change. Ideas? What does eveyone do? Please list your careers...
  108. Need a lower grill insert for a
  109. anyone know where I can get a front lower valance like in this pic...
  110. Where to get both L+R pre-facelift grilles that cover the brake duct inlets....?
  111. oil change
  112. Selling my Navigation Plus
  113. 2001 owner's manual
  114. S8 drivers, how do your 18" or 19" wheels perform on uknown roads, where potholes may thrive?
  115. OK..have a few questions....
  116. harmonic noise upon cold start up...
  117. Remote starter installation question: '97 A8q 4.2
  118. Sold my Y2K A8 last night
  119. Wheel opinions
  120. easy bluetooth (long)
  121. anybody have any succes with our hunting issues yet?
  122. acceleration rattle
  123. Need Alternator- any recommendations as to best supplier?
  124. Tranny rebuild or replacement through extended warranty????
  125. Heater is totally death!
  126. Any S8 owners have Stock 18" Avus wheels for sale? Email me..
  127. Facelift D2 Lighting Questions
  128. Some not needed items....
  129. Driver side mirror
  130. WHEEL GUIDE for D2 A8s?
  131. man oh man! the D3 prices are dropping faster...
  132. what is up with this A8 on ebay???
  133. Battery
  134. 5HP24A won't shift into 4th, incorrect ratio code
  135. brake pad sensor lit up today... which pad type to go with??
  136. Flat response from Audi re: flexi jacks-
  137. Did anybody ever decide on the best transmission code for an '01 S8?
  138. describe "limp mode" and "hunting"
  139. Using TIP controls "on demand"
  140. Carbon Deposits .....
  141. Anyone interested in an '02 //S8 Alpaca beige & tan ~ 85k?
  142. trans pan pic - 140k
  143. wagner brake pads... any good
  144. Nice Plat 03 S8 in NH
  145. Have any of you gotten your ECU upgraded
  146. 1999 A8 "Service miles IN 2" reset
  147. alignment or suspension problem
  148. What are the most silent tires (245-45-18")?????
  149. OIL LEAKS. A MAJOR PROBLEM?
  150. TB on a 40v - ordered from Blau
  151. anyone brave enough to tackle this A8 project?
  152. Pulled VB Looks great, any other suggestions before I pull this thing and rebuild it.
  153. Coolant leak around the alternator
  154. cylinder #5 full of oil
  155. OT/weird: Is it a Mercedes C-klasse or an Audi, or a BMW?
  156. Do you guys have one of these inside your intake air box?
  157. Found a nice small trunk spoiler.
  158. OT: NYTimes article seems to answer my recent question about if/when we'll get the diesels.
  159. is the KYNZ saga over?
  160. B5er looking at a D2 S8, questions!
  161. Spotted: 12/16 Tan 200? A8 on NJ/PA Tpike about 3pm
  162. Visiting from C4 forum: Avus 17x8 wheels- anybody have a set they are looking to sell or trade?
  163. Anyone have any thoughts on the new Bosch fusion spark plugs?
  164. No DTCs car shuts off going 50MPH?
  165. Getting rid of smelly ac
  166. Armrest Fix?
  167. looking for nav DVD
  168. So Anyone want a "Biturbo" 2003 S8?
  169. I have a theory about the clicking
  170. Remember this 2002 S8 from E-bay? It went for only $17,600.....well......
  171. The results are almost in......
  172. seeking help..
  173. Denison ICE LINK PLUS install on a 98 A8? am i missing something here?
  174. OT: Lifelong reminder: you can't drive a nice car without a beating heart.
  175. Got a small problem. My Recirc function works sporadically. It seemed to work when it warmed up.
  176. has anyone ver noticed how german cars run forever but need everything along the way?
  177. Anyone have part numbers for these early S8 Avus center caps?
  178. Some "Tief" pics from across the pond...
  179. dash squeak
  180. How much to replace a front axel, front outer CV boot is torn.
  181. Looking for an indy in Central Ohio. N/T
  182. 97 A8 70k miles Transmission Incorrect Gear Ratio HELP
  183. Is there a resource that details the differences in S8 from 01 - 02 - 03?
  184. Market price for OEM AVUS 18x8 ET48 wheels w/ OEM Dunlop SP8000 rubber?
  185. FS: My stock A8 16" 5-spoke wheels with 225/60-16 tires (lots of tread left)
  186. What is the thread length of the standard bolts for the 6 spoke D2 S8 Avus ET 48 18 x 8 wheel ?
  187. Hi, from an allroader and C5 S6'er. This Group Buy thing on the Extended "Warranty" has me
  188. WooHoo- It's Quattro weather!!!!!! Man are we getting slammed..........
  189. Reprogramming after transmission rebuild?
  190. 1st Oil Change
  191. never use aaadvantage auto transport...its a warning...
  192. My seatbelt reclines back extremely slowly. Any ideas to make it faster?
  193. How good is the bentley manual for an audi A8?
  194. after many months...
  195. Stubby Antenna? Where to find one?
  196. Brighter high beams
  197. Upper Control Arms replaced-ready for snow again!!!
  198. Guys, Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah... Be safe and have fun.
  199. Facelift crew, anyone ever encounter a faulty xenon leveling sensor?
  200. Quattro system doesnt work when the car is jacked up
  201. question
  202. transmission
  203. front bumper issues
  204. What is this in this S8's lower grille?
  205. Need 2001 Light Silver S8 License Plate Holder - Trade for Blank
  206. Second A8 Deer collision of 2006 . . .
  207. Cleaning out my garage, 4 A8 oil filters for sale in the classifieds....
  208. New kid on the block
  209. 10pm christmas eve here-Merry christmas everyone
  210. E-RAM supercharger
  211. Guys, Im putting together a resource for us, please add to the following threads
  212. Please Post your favorite Summer and Winter tire and its size for the S8
  213. Please post your favorite Summer and Winter Tires and its size for the A8/L
  214. Please post what kind of car you have and the mods you have done. Please give a brief description of
  215. Please post your favorite oil. type and weight
  216. Please post your favorite Brake Pads for the A8/L and where to find them
  217. doing TB on my 2000 with 93k - should I replace fan clutch while I'm in there?
  218. Merry Christmas to everyone here
  219. Mods for Audi S8?
  220. Bushing worn out
  221. What hub caps will fit 18 x 8 Avus wheels ?
  222. Guys, Hows this for a merry christmas. I go out this morning to start the car and.....
  223. I'm only averaging 15 MPG... WTF! Is this right? What is everyone getting?
  224. What was 1st year for drive by wire? Was it a year-end change?
  225. xm radio install... difficult or not?
  226. 40v harmonic bal removal - blau tool kit
  227. Front Bumper Cover, 1998 A8
  228. Front Bumper Cover & Valance, 1998 A8
  229. leaking fuel - but I can't pinpoint
  230. I stalled at a stop sign yesterday..WTF?
  231. noise coming from transmission area. sounds like bird chirping metalic sounding
  232. replaced all the control arms last week used moog parts realy nice only $501 for the entire set. Car
  233. anyone need two tie rod ends or and xm radio? When i did the controls arms I got the tie rod ends
  234. A8 4.2 turbo kit? Supercharger?
  235. Will someone please tell me what the brown wire on the right is?
  236. Is this a good deal?
  237. SELLING INTERIOR PARTS FROM A 99 AUDI A8 4.2 QUATTRO
  238. Grrrrr. . .filed my first insurance claim yesterday
  239. Can someone carfax these for me please?
  240. Looking for polished exhaust tips for 2001 A8L
  241. 7mm tool in blau kit? I see (and used the 5mm drill bit) for setting the tension
  242. Answer to my recent trans post(no 4th gear)
  243. Selling some of my S8 goodies: 18" S8 OEM AVUS WHEELS, S8 BADGES
  244. I'm getting a "new" A8 on Friday! Btw, I want your opinions on my deal!
  245. A8 trouble
  246. Rear Brakes Pads for 03 S8/ Dealer wants 425.00?
  247. good news and bad news... (timing belt)
  248. Anyone in the MASS area want to meet.
  249. Transmission Infoormation
  250. STaSIS Motorsports Signs Daytona 24 Hour Champion for 2007 SPEED World Challenge Touring Car