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  1. OT: So whats a good career to get started in right now?
  2. Anyone have a central locking / alarm module with a failed pump lying around?
  3. small oil leak at front of sump [somwhere]
  4. "upper" oil pan gasket - has anyone done it themselves?
  5. Fuel Pump Needs Replacement? Please Help... This Is Going To Hurt The Wallet
  6. Stupid (me) car wash got my antenna. Looking for replacement.
  7. Anyone work in the golf industry ?
  8. homelink project
  9. Shuttering tranny .... 99 A8
  10. 1999 A8 Replacement Antenna
  11. Looking to repair my immobilizer...
  12. Status of Transmission Theories? PaulW, CalG, others?
  13. Wind noise, redux - and '01 //S8 & '03 //S8 and lions and tigers and bears...
  14. Battery removal
  15. H7 rallye+65 for Highs
  16. Rear Suspension up grade
  17. Head restraint adjustment
  18. Need help : Fog light w/o the low beams on?
  19. Need Help!
  20. sludge in the coolant
  21. No!!!
  22. Transmission squealing...HELP :(
  23. 2000 A8 Transmisssion Flush Questions!
  24. further to this
  25. Results from dealer visit re: oil leak / smell, vibration, water leak
  26. Plenum drain = Cowl drain? Drains for air box? Suggestions?
  27. pulsing dash lights
  28. Spare tire issues - both cars NG. Looking for one/two donut spares or 17" tires (cheap)
  29. Okay....More Troubleshooting on the Load Signal and Intake Air Temp Sensor
  30. Need a shop to change trans fluid and filter in Chicago area...
  31. Who knows something about auto insurance total wreck valuation? (NOT my Audi)
  32. Call for participants with Vag com please-Logs of your car required
  33. Nav question from a new owner
  34. Recode a new key ??
  35. TCU Electronics Any device experts?
  36. Anyone want to purchase a new S8?
  37. For Paul W- Group 008 specs as per Elsa
  38. DIY transmission repair
  39. Update on my hunting a4, I recoded the module to turn off DSP and no more hunting
  40. Banal how are you getting on with the fuel pump replacement??
  41. Fog Lights
  42. a8 purchase
  43. VAG tranny logs and hunting
  44. snow snow everywhere today.. A8 doing well, but still very slick out there.. don't be overconfident!
  45. Was this black over gray dash ever an option in the US? ...still searching for an S8...
  46. Does anyone here have the leather dash?
  47. My A8Q is leaking a lot of oil....
  48. Debadged silver D2 spotted Sat morning on I-70, got off at Copper. Was that you, skiracer?
  49. Tonypai-please send a log of trans group 005 and 007 taken together
  50. tranny help
  51. Driveshaft clicking - all who fixed it, cv joints at end freezing or the center bearing going?
  52. New A8L owner
  53. Any interest here in a 98 A8?
  54. Look at this baby!
  55. Help-I'm being told my transmission problem is more than the car is worth
  56. ANYONE INTERESTED IN TRANNY HUNTING READ THIS!!
  57. Windshield wiper studder
  58. '01 S8 SLV/BLK w/ 56K - Private Sale
  59. QuickA8 - Premium Leather and Alcantara option was not available in North America until 1999.
  60. Please someone with a car that does not hunt-send me log file of trans
  61. progress is slow but help is welcome-I now believe that in the logs the hunting
  62. A8 loses all oil= pic tells all
  63. Ok, just some suggestions....although when i take the wheel off, the diagnosis should be apparent
  64. Door locks
  65. Tozo does this make sense?-I am starting to see logs in my sleep
  66. Chip Herr Returns To STaSIS Motorsports for 2007 Season
  67. Immobilizer
  68. adaptation 91
  69. Does anyone have pics of a D2 with 19" or 20" OZ Superleggeras?
  70. 03 S8 9 spoke wheel needed.
  71. Ok, creaking has been identified....damn I forgot how much of a PITA the lower straight CA was!
  72. Dealer Oil Power Flush and Nitrogen in the tires
  73. Cheap trans recode option
  74. Anyone know the trans code for 2001 S8 (stock) and..
  75. Desperately need logs from non hunting cars please
  76. Anyone have a used 245/45-18 tire they want to get rid of? One of mine went flat and I ended up
  77. Central locking system, has anyone recoded the central locking system
  78. My turn for 97 transmission problems, seems different from other posts
  79. Any been there done that on fuel pump replacement?
  80. So much for being a good samaritan....
  81. steam from mirrors
  82. heater core?? coolant smell once warmed up...any suggestions!
  83. HVAC
  84. CT Sighting >>> black UrS8 >>> reminds me how utterly f'n...
  85. anyone have a pic of a D2 with 19" B5 RS4 reps on it? I'd like to see what they look like
  86. stuck symphony ii - update
  87. Need help in Rochester Hills, MI !!! (need parts)
  88. Limp mode.
  89. Armrest for 99?
  90. Wallpapers for Melange A8L
  91. RS6 meets its end
  92. Troubleshoot Coolant Temperature
  93. Did that A8 Partout guy ever ship parts?
  94. From the mouths of the producers-for you if your shine has dulled
  95. Gas disappearing fast...
  96. Connecting rod
  97. a8abmw -how did the pump replacement go?
  98. itwontstopsnowin
  99. Found a PDF doc from Audi in Elsa of listed approved repair agents in the USA
  100. tech question
  101. Strange behaviour in transmission
  102. has anyone repaired/replaced the heated passenger side "shorty" mirror in a 98 ...
  103. Repost: cheap trans recode option
  104. Fuel Pump Replacement tips and tricks
  105. D2 With the "big" grille....
  106. Tranny Limp Mode Update Final
  107. Anyone with a bentley-I am curious to know what if any the bible has as
  108. 1999 A8 Limp mode revisted
  109. Is RAxels still our vendor of choice for a rebuilt driveshaft?
  110. How do i make my alarm chirp louder?
  111. UPDATE ON TRANSMISSION HUNTING
  112. Engine rebuild. What is the ballpark cost?
  113. Chome 98 A8 on YouTube
  114. Mike Davis's address, e-mail and home phone number
  115. Okay first oil change this coming weekend......
  116. I met another A8'r last night at our local pep-boys, poor guy had the unfortunate incedent of a...
  117. PN Request - 98 A8 Q - Headlamp Washers
  118. Fuel weeping
  119. A few random Questions
  120. D2 Audi S8 MTM and Ferrari Enzo in comparison test (Also R8)
  121. Location of Mass Air flow sensor on the 01 S-8????
  122. Can brake and gas pedals be adjusted??????
  123. surging at low rpm under light throttle...any ideas?
  124. Anyone here drive a black S8 in Bridgeport/Blackrock, I've passed you a couple times in front of
  125. Looking for a performance exhaust system for a 01 S8 ?
  126. can't find this in the Bentley. Bank 1 = Driver or Pass side?
  127. O2 sensor questions.
  128. what to buy 2002 S8 or 2004 A8
  129. Declined CPO Warranty Claim
  130. From the past-one of these passed me last week with a very excited
  131. 1997 A8 - Control Arms !!!
  132. Sunvisor / Vanity Mirror Light Fix
  133. + Terminal Under Hood?
  134. Nice Parking Skills
  135. Car keeps dying, dropping RPMs, gas padel not working...
  136. ATTN "Sack Lunch" fellow A8er
  137. 2001 S8 Won't Start
  138. Tire decision... Conti Extreme @ Wal-Mart or Yoko AVID V4s @ TireRack or ???
  139. Rear Caliper Saga
  140. "control arm" squeak - check the headlight leveler
  141. Tire Clearance
  142. Brake Cooling Modification - How to
  143. Regarding the Magnaflow X pipe... which center core diameter do I need?
  144. Mike Davis Returns Cash!
  145. Guys tell me is it possible to get 26mpg on a run in a 2001 S8?
  146. illphil-what was your gas problem?? [excuse the pun]
  147. It's nice here in CT - time to open sunroof - gas fumes???
  148. Symphony II Steering Wheel Controls - Radio seek vs. advance
  149. Thump.
  150. Hunting and Thumping
  151. Oh, man! I had the front prop shaft seal replaced by the dealer ony 3,000 km ago,
  152. s8 brake replacement anyone have some decent low dust recomendations?
  153. First hot day in Chicago and my AC doesn't work
  154. whats it like to do an oil change on an S8?is it an easy engine to work on?
  155. I don't know which is more uselesss
  156. What's it worth to go from an '01 S8 to '02 S8?
  157. How can I stop the control arm squeak until...
  158. wiper arm alignment
  159. XPost from C5 forum. Dead transmission woes.
  160. did you S8/A8 guys sell those 18" tires?
  161. Need advice about viscous/mechanical fan removal......
  162. Torque Converter Drop Out - Mine doesn't do it as of tonight
  163. Highway Gas Mileage - since replacement of pre cat 02 sensors
  164. Howdy
  165. Drain nipples keep the mice out??!!
  166. remote start
  167. Had to remove spindle for upper control arm replacement (97 A8q)...
  168. Gas fumes - I pulled the rug / tank cover last night and all was dry - it was...
  169. HEY, PAUL W
  170. Any ideas, new fuel tank
  171. Looking for standard rear spring/pair (UK)
  172. Help....I have pulled out this drain (driver side)...cannot put it back...any easy way?
  173. front and rear diff fluid what weight have you guys been using?
  174. Paging TozoM8
  175. Anyone have a pic of the IAT sensor.
  176. Body shop recommendations near NYC?
  177. 2001 S8 Going to sell the beast, Carbon fiber trim on US car
  178. has anyone had a coil fail on them (on the road)? I just helped out my friend with his '01 A4...
  179. changed spark plugs today after 40k and the ceramic looked brownish like burned
  180. Poor Man's AC Recharge
  181. Hey Paul, how do you feel about stolen info?
  182. I'm SO FREAKIN HAPPY RIGHT NOW!!
  183. The Stand GTG in Encino (SFV) is back for 2007!!! -- TUE March 20th
  184. VAG-COM Trouble Codes
  185. Anyone here with a pearl D2 A8 just move to a new house in Stuart, FL? I have a new neighbor.
  186. 245 40 18 tire, what's the definitive yea or nea?
  187. Found a cheap A8 Partout in Boston
  188. Ok...like I need another aging European car with a penchant for $$$ maintenance...but hear me out.
  189. Sorry to do this to you guys
  190. Whose performance tires do we like these days?
  191. Has anyone seen the 02 S8 at Bernardi in Natick, MA?
  192. Hey Bob - Doing your procedures right now for audipages
  193. Note Sent to Da Beav on Da Block - Show of hands please
  194. Relief- My frontal oil leak was no more than a few loose sump screws
  195. VAG COM reader
  196. Extended Warranty
  197. Anyone with CARFAX?
  198. Procedure Number 1, Final Drive Input Seal Replacement
  199. 1998 transmission blues
  200. Defeat of brake pad warning light-- did not work
  201. Something odd with Elsawin-speaking in tongues
  202. Can I turn off the TPMS with VAG-COM?
  203. //S8 brake squeal update
  204. '03 //S8 Avussilver Pearlescent color code = Y7J
  205. Paging "BEAV" - or anybody that has good contact info...
  206. got a little prob
  207. s8/a8 gurus I need some opinions
  208. Paul K, how's the block? Happy BD bro. Sorry to hear about the barnyard animal.
  209. Source for coilpacks other than dealer?
  210. Maybe we can predict the onset of hunting??-I have been for some time
  211. //S8 spacers - how they look? In a word - fabutastic.
  212. OK... Which cam seals and how many do I need? Need intake manifold gasket?
  213. One month transmission update
  214. radiator hose busted today
  215. Anyone have done hardwiring V1 in A8 or S8 please post how you did it.TIA
  216. OK... Which cam seals and how many do I need? Need intake manifold gasket?
  217. Spoke too soon-sump still leaking new gasket required-"bugger"
  218. any one here from San Francisco??
  219. Makin' roadside friends in CT (the non-barnyard kind that is)...
  220. Head lamp Cleaning question
  221. Hat rack and Spare wheel well toolkit
  222. in case any of you AUDI collectors are interested...i found THIS on EBAY
  223. update on car problem
  224. Thanks to everyone for the advice on how to remove the viscous fan clutch.
  225. Has anyone researched this transmission "bulletproofing" website/ business??
  226. Is there any thing that would stop me putting 98 Tranny into a 97 A8?
  227. Looking for some 20" rims, any leads?
  228. One of the clutch packs welded in new (rebuild) tranny
  229. My Power steering hose is leaking...
  230. Indicated Gas Mileage Numbers
  231. Fault diagnostics
  232. I feel that this car is having a very small thrilling at 120 - 140 Kms......
  233. Sold the '98 A8, kept the clear corners...
  234. Sold my car, lost my job. All in 12 hours. Timing is everything...
  235. Bullrun
  236. Aftermarket Single DIN Navigation Unit Install
  237. Suggestions, please: car won't start
  238. Hello...I have an 00 A6 4.2 with a trans clunk issue, and I was told that you guys...
  239. memory switch - backlight fix
  240. How do I get the haze off the CHROME TRIM around the windows?
  241. Well I just got internet back, just in time too...
  242. Anyone looking for a set of OEM AVUS 18x8 with tires (from an S8) ?
  243. Is this a good deal?
  244. A8 Timing belt kit recomendations
  245. Selling my A8L....
  246. eMachine and da Block - Update from a Blockhead, "I suck"
  247. Recoding of tranny
  248. headrest removal
  249. Central locking pump problem.
  250. Something leaking on the catalyc converter