I just got my new a4 1.8tq 250 kms only.<br>1. is there a break in period for new audi's?<br>2. When can I install a chip`? any recomendations on which? TAP? MTM? Colour? ABT?<br>3. Any suggetsions for lowering springs? Do I need to change the shocks too?<br>4. Rear deck spoiler to be or not to be?<br>5. Do I have to install a turbo timer? Do i need to Idle the car for a few minutes after driving?

hullo<p>1.) Break-in is typically regarded as the first 1500 miles (2400km) of driving, where you should only seldom take the engine above 3500rpm, and only for very short times. Some<br>people don't think there's any break in required, but it can't hurt to be gentle :*)<p>2.) I'd say do the chipping after first service ; that way , not only have you had time to save up for the chip, but you've also got a good feeling for the car in stock form and you will thus get more enjoyment out of the effect of chipping :*) . If you chip within warranty period, make sure you can take it to a dealer that doesn't mind chipping. You can find a lot of discussion in this forum about deciding on a particular chip. My vote is for Neuspeed because of price vs. performance.<p>3.) No clue about lowering springs... I ordered the sport package which should suit my purposes fine. <p>4.) Rear spoiler: do you really need an ironing board on your boot lid? (just kidding, go by your own tastes :*)<p>5.) Turbo timer for the stock turbo is not deemed necessary. Just run the engine gently during the last couple of minutes before shut-off. Some people park and idle with the front door open. When the door chime stops, you'll have given the turbo a pretty decent interval to cool off.<p><p>h.t.h.,<br>-K.<br>'99 A4 1.8tqMS