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  1. Auto transmission torque converter lock up problem....
  2. snow snow snow.....
  3. I finally took a long distance cruise in my S8...what a treat!
  4. I think I did a bad thing......
  5. Does any one else wax their rims or am I just ridiculous?
  6. ok - pulled some codes on the sensor. I thought this was an oil "level" sensor?
  7. Oil leak
  8. Tozo business opportunity?
  9. Another one bites the dust.....
  10. PSA: reminder regarding scams
  11. Just a thought!
  12. Help wanted! I need a better switch setup for my fridge.
  13. B5 S4 guy looking at a S8 and have some questions...
  14. Hello Everyone...another new guy
  15. spare fob
  16. 6-speed manual conversion
  17. Which audi's has everyone driven ( Does not have to be yours)
  18. Ferodo DS2500s - installed. Many thanks to Randy for his pad comp. data, as...
  19. Tools for 92 cs100 water pump change (I know this is d2 but you guys are the best)
  20. Sillyfast - Did you have time to get an audio clip of your new exhaust mod?
  21. falken 452's up or down - what say you??? i'm talking 245 45 18
  22. XM logo part 2
  23. Radiator replacment
  24. error codes
  25. New Transmission has 500 miles on it how do I get it recoded to shift better
  26. Anyone know how to determine if a wheel was made by Hartmann?
  27. 2001 S8
  28. how do you remove the whole ashtray assembly?
  29. What type of Vacuum Line do I need - 01 S8
  30. Transmission issues how do I contact Tozo?
  31. How many original D2 S8 owners here?
  32. Heineken mini-kegs are a blessing-curse disguised as the obvious.
  33. transmission probs
  34. A8 1998 3.7 Missfire cyls 5 6 7 & 8 - running out of ideas.
  35. did you kow about this product????
  36. How do you block a laser jammer?
  37. Facelift clear corner... :-(
  38. How would one go about tightening the front door woofers?
  39. Coolant loss...no overheat...exhaust gas (block check) positive =Head gaskets...
  40. What ohm does the stock stereo run at?
  41. Long but worth the read
  42. S8 Suspension or coilovers for an 1997 A8
  43. Hey PaulW, do you have a remote control for bass level?
  44. 2 more questions...
  45. Looking at getting an D2S8. What are the differences between the years, and...
  46. Another couple of questions...
  47. New Codes and Vac Tube Replacement
  48. What Fuse?
  49. I truly apopogize for my "taking photograph through peephole" comment...
  50. Hey PaulW, since the new susp in Oct, I have been driving, ahem, more agressively and worn out
  51. is quattro 50/50 or 40/60 or..........I'm talking front/rear output...I know, uneducated,etc etc
  52. Bi Xenon retrofit?
  53. Transmissions and Cruise Control
  54. FYI. All this talk lately about aftermarket amplifier integration.....
  55. Head bolt torque specifications?
  56. Cheap 19s for sale in NH
  57. Paging Mr. Tozo... Can you send me an email? :P
  58. A question for you guys? what is the widdest tire i can fit in the rear?
  59. MIsfire on cyl 3, 5 and 7... goes away after car warms up...
  60. One more question about rotor's?
  61. I love this car!!!!!!!!!!! 8 )
  62. Does Anyone know exactly which relay is the servotronics
  63. '01 S8 on the "right" side of $20k
  64. Changed blower motor
  65. How do I get the stink out of the a/c? I am willing to do whatever now to get it out.
  66. serious vibration around 45 mph please help!
  67. Does anyone have a lower (driver side) grille they'd like to part with?
  68. Need help making a decision....
  69. Anyone try the Bose wire cut mod on a prefacelift D2 with the concert setup?
  70. Is the sun roof drain the two black holes towards the front of the sunroof?
  71. Cool photo of a D3 (too bad it isn't a D2)
  72. Wanted: Broken Headlight from Facelift A8 (Driver side).
  73. What is this?
  74. to those that have replaced shocks and struts
  75. Anyone replace rear upper shock mount? easy? hard?....
  76. St. Patty's Day lovin'...
  77. Who lives where?
  78. If anybody knows where I can buy a D2 S8 hood, let me know
  79. Paging Randy - Got a wheel & tire ? for ya
  80. Another post facelift falling victim to the dreaded F Clutch seal :-(
  81. '01 & '02 audi S8
  82. Black 03 S8 in Columbus...
  83. Kick Down Switch on 01 S8
  84. Anybody want / need rotor's? jump on this deal
  85. Rim help
  86. Front seat lumbar support? How long before the support deflates? I ask 'cuz...
  87. TL spanked by S8
  88. new wheels and tires
  89. Curious - How many on here are an ACTIVE member in......
  90. Lumbar support - looks like most/all are flacid. Strategy thoughts? This blows! (pun intended)
  91. Thinking of buying an A8???
  92. Confused about S8 brake pads
  93. Wheel wax? I normally use carnuba. What say ye whilst summers r not mounted?
  94. Ahhh, reminiscing about the past....
  95. Off Topic hippy niche vehicle.
  96. happy Easter
  97. 19" wheels
  98. is this anyone here from WV?
  99. Can the speed governor be removed via VAG-COM - I looked
  100. reasonable 18inch tires
  101. Does anyone have the part # for OEM pads, early 2000 (2 pads per side)?
  102. hello all! Does anyone know if these rear diff bushings will fit our D2 A8s?
  103. Will a 35mm offset be ok for my car? or will it not fit?? i need help asap!!
  104. We need to create a thread like this for FAQ's
  105. staggering rims and offsets -- sorry for bombarding the forum with rim questions
  106. Performance chip
  107. Bloody dealer. Apparently audi lost a screw in the rear plate area. How do I get it out?
  108. Is anyone looking for a nice A8 in Ct
  109. Paging Ess8
  110. convenient entry steering wheeel function
  111. Does anyone have a spare cover for the headlight squirter on the right side? ('97 silver)
  112. were all the stock 17" wheels the polished forged 5-spoke wheel?
  113. If ONLY our trannies were this easy!
  114. What a waste of an s8
  115. what wire on the rear deck woofers is positive?
  116. Door contact for footwell lights
  117. Brake Caliper Carrier rattle
  118. squeal in reverse
  119. 2001 S8 For Sale - Minty fresh condition, low miles, rare color combo, loaded
  120. This thing is sweet!
  121. I opened key hole side of the rear light from the trunk lide and a spring came flying out!
  122. Well now I went and did it...
  123. NYIAS tomorrsky... smell any ya's there? Trying to help a buddy...
  124. Oh my eyes, my eyes...must go wash my eyes....
  125. valve cover gasket removal
  126. Paging Ess8, concerning your posting - email me now.
  127. Just got my S8, and missing CD#7 for my nav!!!
  128. 1997 Audi A8 Ming Blue good shape 4sale
  129. 2 Things: How and Why
  130. Little things I love about my S8
  131. A8 / S8 Wheel Gallery - updated!
  132. Brake pads and rotors: Someone just recommended replacing rotors every time the
  133. My car is on the road again...thanks to Tozo
  134. looking for - pre facelift, driverside armrest in tan - friend broke his
  135. fob programing on A8 2000
  136. Someone should snag these wheels.......
  137. Thanks PaulW and all you other whizzes
  138. I posted on the detailing forum but nada. I'm in need of a foam 10" finish pad
  139. 180,000
  140. Audi D2 A8/A8L/S8 (1997-2003) FAQ Digest
  141. vvv gawd i want to post to that vvv
  142. I just removed and lubed the sunroof. did you know the solar roof is rated at 30 watts??
  143. pol(e)l: do the oil cooler now, or wait a year after the car has been in storage?
  144. ok, I have lost a rear sway bar.
  145. Does anyone run/has run on BFG G-FORCE KDW's ??
  146. Angus- I am pleased you have embraced you new temporary homeland with your screen name change
  147. What is the problem, is it transmission failure and whats the cost to repair.
  148. BBS LM replica 19" ?
  149. mint bumper for sale, 00-03 however
  150. Well this blows (no pun intended)..... The other day I was driving and noticed the CEL had
  151. Oops....I put PS fluid in the Brake reservior. That's OK, right? :-/ It was dark, I grabbed..
  152. Tranny?
  153. sweet! Some guy left his garage open one night and I scored a rear sway bay and a heat gun.
  154. I waxed my ass yesterday, now its nice and smooth.
  155. and.were back...
  156. Project Cars - A8 (AudiWorld Special Edition)
  157. My S8 to RS6 Journey...Ugh! (kind of long)
  158. Found my old lower center grille (97) anybody need one....
  159. ***UPDATE*** Belt tensioner
  160. Have extra left and right 97-99 headlight lenses in decent shape
  161. D2 Extended Warranty Group Purchase (long post, see inside for details)
  162. crack deal captured!
  163. Aftermarket stuff for the 02 S8....
  164. German Castrol Syntec 0W-30
  165. anyone has a solution how to fix this.....
  166. Transmission Question?
  167. Hey Paul K what where you doing up in my neck of the woods?
  168. my driving stats
  169. took my dipstick out to check oil levels, and wowie wow wow... it had RUST on it
  170. Anybody Want/Need a pair of 32v Cam Locks?
  171. Prediction-Huuummmm- Hummmmm Angus shall be post whore for this year
  172. Sebring 2008 - Only D2 A8 there. I have to say that with 5 people in the car and the track wet,...
  173. Anyone got a line on a 02-03 S8...................
  174. Schwing! Schpring has Schprung! Before / after:
  175. Transmission update
  176. Lock pump replacement
  177. head torque & sequence
  178. what was the verdict for the transmission hunting and thumping?
  179. Price Check - Atlanta Help
  180. I think I'm about to incite a riot - pic of facelift clear corner.
  181. Been in the Scottdale/Phoenix area for about 10 days now.
  182. Transmission completely locked up - Need to sell or rebuild
  183. wiring assistance - oil level switch
  184. Unhappy with window tint install (kinda long)
  185. I killed her in three weeks!!!!
  186. OMG -Google Earth strikes again-We can run but we cant hide-Look closely {R}
  187. Stealerships are full of idiots. Does anybody know where I can get the fuel sender seal kit online?
  188. I know this has been said before but the tranny recode ROCKS!
  189. Stuck Key
  190. Ahrggg... pinch bolts for the upper ball joints... who designed these???
  191. Theoretically, if you lock yourseld out, how would you get back in?
  192. Will this key work?
  193. Good tint shop in NYC area?
  194. Help with Faults Any idea --- 2002 S8 - Fixed
  195. I'm missing the passenger side lower fog/bumper grille (D2 S8)....
  196. It's Tire Time again
  197. Mass Air Flow issues
  198. S8 sport seat comfort survey
  199. how do you get the trim off of the center console compartment...you know where cupholder is?
  200. any car cover recs?
  201. My off topic post of the day:
  202. S8 vs A8L, difference in $ value, same year, mileage, condition?
  203. Wow, 0 results. Where can I get a uncut valet key?
  204. Engine Killed by My Shop - Do I Deal or No Deal?
  205. Tozo if i pull my transmission out and ship it to you how much would it be for a full rebuild?
  206. Thermostat, timing belt and other issues...
  207. Best Scanner value?
  208. Audi to build Hybrid vehicle
  209. OOHH No why did I do that-I bought an Italian car
  210. Audiheavy-Please come to the counter-My emails have been returned
  211. Just a question...on a scale of 1 - 10 how hard is it to install lowering springs on our cars?
  212. 02 S8 vs 04 A8.....Which would you choose and why?
  213. Latest thoughts on alternatives to Pentosin
  214. I guess my TB job will have to wait until my 90k service.
  215. how do i get the wood trim off of this piece?
  216. Anyone know this S8?
  217. 10 miles at 130MPH would this over heat the transmission?
  218. Just a small preview of the new wheels....more up close and better pics to come sunday =)
  219. Are Bilsteins the only strut/shock option? I can't find any other manufacturers who list the parts
  220. Question on 2001 S8 Suspension
  221. Has anyone changed their headlight bulbs to a different temp? If so, post a pic.
  222. so how do we all feel about VVME HID conversions?
  223. Oil Leak on passenger side.. searched forum any help with ID would be appreciated
  224. Thoughts on painting a D2 flat black and blacking everything out?
  225. Magnaflow / X-pipe pix for those interested . . .
  226. S8 Vin number
  227. More updated pics as promised...but a day early =) lemme know what you guys think
  228. New Owner Question
  229. How is this?
  230. FYI - don't let brake cleaner get on your cam seals.
  231. Final touch on the 6 speed conversion. (more pictures)
  232. RE: Few S8 Questions....
  233. of topic -fiat so far -LOL Well.......at least it is cheap to repair..............
  234. New Ride
  235. If I check my transmission for fluid level and I find that its low....
  236. Small oil leak
  237. Would 9.5" wheels with a 35et be too wide for a pre-facelift A8?
  238. Has anybody done the CC mod? if so do you guys have any write ups on it? thanks!
  239. Lazy Sunday at the Denver Auto Show: my future and my past, side by side.
  240. Any of you sages ever tried the LLTEK intake - just checked their page for A8 mods
  241. Thinking of buying an A8
  242. Ah lovely, my trans just crapped the bed ... and 2,000 miles AFTER the fluid and filter change ...
  243. Does anyone make a chip for the A8 I want to remove the limiter
  244. Transmission finally gave out at 222,940 miles.
  245. What is lemmiwinks?
  246. LemonA8 any updated pictures/info on the supercharger install?
  247. No affiliation just passing along - A8 lowering suspension and exhaust on Audifans-edited thx Randy
  248. BIRA Contact?
  249. I need your help locating this wheels!!!
  250. With all the R8 talk....