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AudiWorld Forums - TT (Mk2) Discussion http://forums.audiworld.com en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:51:14 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.audiworld.com/images/fun/misc/rss.jpg AudiWorld Forums - TT (Mk2) Discussion http://forums.audiworld.com ***Avoid*** Valenti Motors - Watertown, CT http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2768010&goto=newpost Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:02:07 GMT Hello all, I am not a regular poster on this... Hello all,

I am not a regular poster on this site. I prefer to do more of my time driving then talking about cars. Let me give you some background information to my problem with Valenti Motors in Watertown, CT. Sorry for the length of the post.

I purchased a Black 2009 Audi TTS Prestige in September of 2009 from Danbury Audi in Danbury, CT. I chose Danbury because of past poor experiences with Valenti and due to a lower cost vehicle. I recently passed 5,000 miles and inquired about my 5,000 mile service. I contacted Danbury Audi and learned that the service takes approximately 2 hours. Given that Danbury Audi is about an hour away, I simply could not find an available time to make it to Danbury Audi for the service. My only available service location was Valenti due to their proximity to my work.

I dropped the car off on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at approximately 10:30 a.m. I retrieved my car later on in the day at approximately 4:00 p.m. When I arrived, my car was parked in the shade and appeared to be looking fine. Later on that evening while getting gas, I noticed what appeared to be dry wax that wasn’t wiped off. However, it was not wax. There were scratches, thousands of them, all over the clear coat of the car. I immediately called Valenti only to get the service department’s voicemail. I left a message hoping for an easy resolution.. Today, I had yet to hear from Valenti, so I placed another call to them. I was referred to a service manager by the name of Lou Hart. We set up an appointment for later on in the afternoon.

I arrived at Valenti and met with Lou Hart. I showed him my areas of concern (the numerous scratches in the clear coat of the car). He said that the scratches must have been there before hand and they simply weren’t seen because there was wax on the car previously. He said a wax job would take care of the scratches. He admitted his service department did a lousy job of getting the dirt off the car, yet he said they couldn’t possibly be from their service department because they use top of the line chamois to dry the car. I informed him that it wouldn’t make a difference what kind of drying cloth they used on the car if they didn’t eliminate the dirt and road gunk from the cars surface. He simply scoffed at this notion and said there was nothing they can do, because they didn’t cause the scratches.

Unfortunately, this hasn’t been my first poor experience with Valenti Audi. On my previous car, a 2004 Audi A4 1.8T, they failed to do a brake job that I had paid for. They also failed to describe the limitations for their iPod connection after I made it clear that I was expecting it to be able to change songs directly from the iPod. They refused to refund me the $300 or so it cost for the connection even though I hadn’t even left the lot when I voiced my initial complaint about the ineptitude of the iPod connection.

I have gone ahead and contacted Audi of America. They are looking into the situation. In the mean time, my best advice would be to avoid Valenti VW, Valenti Audi, Valenti Saab, and Valenti Lotus. They obviously do not care about treating their customers with class and concern. If anyone would like any more information, I would be glad to discuss this with you in even more depth.

Nicholas Chabot
Chabot150@gmail.com ]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion chabot150 http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2768010 TT-RS Roadster update after 5,000 miles... http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767972&goto=newpost Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:12:42 GMT Hi All, Thought I should update you all on my... Hi All,
Thought I should update you all on my TT-RS Roadster after 5k miles of mixed road use.

You can read my first series of reviews from delivery by clicking on the following links;
1) http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2758485
2) http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?p=23841075

EXHAUST - 10/10
I have the optional Sports exhaust and it is bedding in nicely. It is just FAB. The following gears/speed/rpm combinations really brings out that volume and it sounds pretty similar to an LP640;
1) 4th gear at 40MPH from 1.8k to 2.2k RPM and past 4k RPM

2) 5th gear at 50MPH from 1.8k to 2.2k RPM and past 4k RPM

3) 6th gear at 60MPH from 1.8k to 2.2k RPM and past 4k RPM

I have as yet to find a 1 mile long tunnel to test the exhaust note. Still in the planning

BRAKES - 10/10
STILL Herculean!

PERFORMANCE - 10/10
335BHP is more than adequate for the car. More power, IMO, 'may' affect the balance of the car. I have never wished for more power at any speed and I doubt I ever will. There is plenty of performance in this little rocket.

STEERING – 10/10
Still sharp and engaging – though I have made a change to the tyres which I will explain under the 'HANDLING' section below.

FUN FACTOR – 10/10
YES!, YES!, YES!, need I say more!

HANDLING - 10/10
I have upgraded my tyres from 245/40 to 275/35 PS2. I find it rubs under extreme cornering IF there is also camber change during the cornering. Other than that, there is nothing to worry about. The difference now is that the steering is a great deal more poised & precise than before and also the front grip gives me greater confidence compared to before. Sure the car tremlines more so than before however I prefer the current set-up compared to before.

The PS2 is just some tyre...I can now really see why Audi rate the TT-RS highly than any road car they have built to date...discounting the R8 V10. Begs the question why not fit 'proper' tyres to the car from the factory? I have also kept to 18" wheels as I feel the car drives best at that size compared to 19"...IMHO, anyone who goes 20" on the TT-RS will regret the handling & balance effect it WILL have on the car.

SPORTS BUTTON - 10/10
I use this 100% now as I simply LUV the effects on the exhaust, throttle and handling.

CONCLUSION...thus far
1) Would I change anything specced = Add Cruise Control for when going through speed traps...it is NOT easy to keep the throttle steady when the Sports button is pressed.

2) Would I buy another TT-RS – Definite YES!

3) Is it worth the money for a ‘TT’ – Put simply, YES!

4) Would I ever sell it – Now that I have used it extensively and also had a drive time in the R8 V10 Coupe, not even for an R8 V10 Spider (cancelled my order after the drive in the Coupe...Gallardo Spider is better IMHO). I own other higher performance cars for when I need to drive 'something' else more explosive and less stealth. I also prefer the V10 on the Gallardo...sounds more like how a V10 should sound like.

5) Negative points thus far – I wish I could drive it on the race track every day before I go to work!!!

6) Positive points – IMHO, still the best quality ‘small’ sports car at a relatively bargain base price on the market at the moment. All the negative reviews thus far even makes it more desirable IMO...well, I hate to conform and what did Adam & Eve do when told not to eat the 'bad' apple...you know what I mean?

MODS
1) I am awaiting the release of the Haldex Sports Controller for GEN 4. This should allow the drive split to be moved more rearwards. IMO, this one simple mod will make the TT-RS just perfect and should improve the handling further.

2) Upgraded exhaust to heighten the volume from 1.5k rpm to 7k rpm. In summary, there are flat spots when the exhaust is relatively too quiet.

3) Maybe a re-map after the above changes have been made - I doubt it will improve the 'balance' of the car however am prepared to try and see.

4) Maybe upgrade the Audio. I simply find the IPOD controls on the std audio to be unusable and pointless. An alpine head unit will be the upgrade. ]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion 996CAB http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767972 <![CDATA[TT MK2 S-Tronic to MT Shifter Plate & Shift Knob Swap]]> http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767834&goto=newpost Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:07:25 GMT Already posted this in the OEM US & Euro Spec forum, but have yet to get a reply, thus im posting on this side of the forum for some help [:d]

THE PICTURES FOR REFERENCE:
Manual Transmission

S-Tronic

Basically what i am trying to do is swap out my S-tronic shifter for the MT shifter. Parts for swapping are the shift plate [Gear Indicator(P-R-N-D±-S)], the shift boot and the knob.

If anyone knows a DIY for the shift plate aspect, that would be great!
Also if anyone knows where i can purchase the plate somewhere other than the dealership, that would be mint!

Thanks in advance! ]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion TTMK2_TJ http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767834 APR or REVO??? http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767737&goto=newpost Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:04:14 GMT Hey everybody, I've got a 2010 TTS and liked to chip it with APR or REVO. Could anyone give me some advices??? Thanks alot

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]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion r73bktm http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767737 VMR Shop MK2 TT http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767725&goto=newpost Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:55:40 GMT Wheels: V713 19x8.5 et45 Image:... Wheels: V713 19x8.5 et45

Wheels: V710 19x8.5 et45

]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion VMRWheels http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767725 IPOD Interface question http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767643&goto=newpost Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:40:57 GMT I have a 2008 2.0T Roadster with the CD changer... I have a 2008 2.0T Roadster with the CD changer and IPOD interface (no navigation). Is it possible to get the IPOD information to show on my radio display? ]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion swdea http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767643 TTS Fire Sale!!! http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767604&goto=newpost Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:48:29 GMT Ok... huge bargains here... I sold my TTS, which... Ok... huge bargains here... I sold my TTS, which only had 4500 miles... items are new or close to new. Most things were items I bought, but never installed, or were removed when I got the car (wheels, mirror caps). All prices do NOT include shipping! So that is extra!!! Keep that in mind when purchasing. First come first serve. Email me at au353s@gmail.com if you are interested.

Here are the items:
-OEM 2010 RSN-E Navigation, Faster Processor, High Resolution, Traffic, SDHC (Paid $2400) w/ 2010 Navigation Disc (Paid $300) <<>>

-OEM TTS 9Jx19" ET52, 5 split spoke wheels w/ only 200 miles perfect! <<<$1300>>>

-OEM TTS Chrome Mirror Caps -Removed at Purchase <<<$250>>>(Retail $500)

-OEM Euro TTS Rear Valence w/ Rear Fog Lamp -Brand New Never Installed <<<$225>>>(Paid $450)

-OEM Euro TTS Bi-Xenon Headlamps -Brand New Never Installed <<<$850>>>(Paid $1500)

-H&R Sport Springs -Brand New Never Installed <<<$100>>>(Paid $215)

-Audi All Season Rubber Mats -Lightly Used <<<$30>>>

-Audi Rear Rubber Trunk Mat -Lightly Used <<<$35>>>

-OEM Center Console in Black Leather w/ Contrast Silver Stitching <<<$150>>>

-Official Audi LookSmart TTS Model in 1:43 Scale, Red-International Press Event, 750 made <<<$40>>>(Paid $100)

-Official Audi LookSmart TTS Model in 1:43 Scale, Orange-Limited Edition, only 500 made <<<$45>>>(Paid $110)

-Official Audi TTRS model in 1:43, Ibis white <<<$20>>>(Paid $40)

-OEM TTS Rotors finished by Adam's Rotors, Slotted, dimples w/ Zinc Coating and Gloss Black Hats, Brand New <<<$250>>>(Paid $500)

These won't last long at these prices! ]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion 353/s/ http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767604 Bad Accident on NY Thruway South at Exit 15a - 730am http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767539&goto=newpost Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:05:34 GMT I was stopped for an hour this morning in... I was stopped for an hour this morning in standing traffic on Route 87 South. There was a TT and an S4 badly banged up. I only got a quick glance but it looked like the S4 had aftermarket wheels and the TT was silver with paint-matched headlights. Anybody from the forum?? ]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion AudiTTDriver http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767539 nav help--simple instructions http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767537&goto=newpost Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:27:48 GMT just purchased 2009 tt 3.2 with nav. Have been... just purchased 2009 tt 3.2 with nav. Have been used to touch screen portable Garmin which I love. Find the audi nav harder to learn, less intuitive, and slow and difficult to enter w/o the touch screen. So far I am disappointed.
Probably simply because I do not know how to properly use it.
I live 150 miles from dealer so too difficult to go there for help. Is there a cliff note book or cd for dummies on Audi nav.that might help.....?
thanks Mike
mrb1913@gmail.com ]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion Mike http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767537 2009 TTS - DSG RECALL http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767534&goto=newpost Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:36:02 GMT Note to TT owners. The rumors are true. When Audi... Note to TT owners. The rumors are true. When Audi re-flashes your DSG control unit you will loose the gear indicator to the far left of your dash display. I complained as have other owners but was told tough stuff. Only way Audi might fix this problem is if enough owners complain to the district tech advisors. Or maybe a class action would get some attention - sign me up. You have to go over the heads of the dealers as they could give a _ _ _ _ less. I miss this feature, was really handy when tracking the car to know what gear your in when navagating turns with short straights. The loss of this function was done for the convience of Audi (a quick fix) not for the customer. Thanks Audi for DUMBING DOWN a sweet car. ]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion midelife http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767534 <![CDATA[:: ECS Tuning :: TT-S Go-Fast APR and Stop-Fast EBC & Hawk Products]]> http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767441&goto=newpost Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:17:51 GMT ECS Tuning is very proud to announce a new line... ECS Tuning is very proud to announce a new line of products for the new TT-S.

From APR Tuning we present Stage 1 APR chip tunes for the new Audi TT-S. The chip tune is a direct port tuning service done at ECS Tuning, here is Wadsworth Ohio. The 93 Octane tune takes your 265HP 2.0T FSI TT-S and gives you higher peak numbers of 322 horsepower and 321lb-ft. of torque, but also gains of up to 66 horsepower are available at higher rpms! APR's ECU Upgrade is the best power per dollar modification for the new 2.0T FSI. With factory like smoothness and drivability; APR's ECU Upgrade will fill the void in an otherwise excellent car.

Click Here for more information about APR Chip Tunes

So, you have your go-fast parts. But with great speed comes a need for great braking ability. ECS Tuning is proud to annouce that we now carry Hawk and EBC Pads for your Audi TT-S.

The long awaited arrival of the Hawk HPS pad designed for your TT-S is here! You can finally get our best selling brake compound pad for your TT-S! We also carry the Hawk HP Plus and Hawk Performance pads. With a full range of Hawk pads available for your TT-S you can customize your car to whatever brake setup you prefer.

Do you prefer EBC Redstuff or Yellowstuff pads? ECS Tuning now carries EBC pads as well. ECS Tuning is your one-stop-shop for all your TT-S performance needs.
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Click here for Hawk and EBC brake pads for your TT-S!!

Photos of similar products, not the actual TT-S pads. ]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion ECS Tuning - Sales http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767441 Audi TT/TTS Auto Lease Rates - November 2009 http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767413&goto=newpost Mon, 09 Nov 2009 05:15:44 GMT *Audi Auto Lease Programs – Effective November... Audi Auto Lease Programs – Effective November 2009

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2010 Audi TT 2.0T quattro Premium Coupe
24 Month – Residual 58% of MSRP – .00158 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 51% of MSRP – .00158 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 44% of MSRP – .00240 Base Rate

2010 Audi TT 2.0T quattro Premium Plus Coupe
24 Month – Residual 56% of MSRP – .00158 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 49% of MSRP – .00158 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 42% of MSRP – .00240 Base Rate

2010Audi TT 2.0T quattro Prestige Coupe
24 Month – Residual 54% of MSRP – .00158 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 47% of MSRP – .00158 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 40% of MSRP – .00240 Base Rate

2010 Audi TT 2.0T Premium Cabriolet
24 Month – Residual 58% of MSRP – .00168 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 51% of MSRP – .00168 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 44% of MSRP – .00240 Base Rate

2010 Audi TT 2.0T Premium Plus Cabriolet
24 Month – Residual 56% of MSRP – .00168 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 49% of MSRP – .00168 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 42% of MSRP – .00240 Base Rate

2010 Audi TT 2.0T Prestige Cabriolet
24 Month – Residual 54% of MSRP – .00168 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 47% of MSRP – .00168 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 40% of MSRP – .00240 Base Rate

2010 Audi TTS 2.0T quattro Premium Coupe
24 Month – Residual 57% of MSRP – .00166 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 50% of MSRP – .00166 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 43% of MSRP – .00240 Base Rate

2010 Audi TTS 2.0T quattro Prestige Coupe
24 Month – Residual 52% of MSRP – .00166 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 45% of MSRP – .00166 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 38% of MSRP – .00240 Base Rate

2010 Audi TTS 2.0T quattro Premium Cabriolet
24 Month – Residual 58% of MSRP – .00157 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 51% of MSRP – .00157 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 44% of MSRP – .00240 Base Rate

2010 Audi TTS 2.0T quattro Prestige Cabriolet
24 Month – Residual 53% of MSRP – .00157 Base Rate
36 Month – Residual 46% of MSRP – .00157 Base Rate
48 Month – Residual 39% of MSRP – .00240 Base Rate

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Manufacturer Auto Lease Rates ]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion LeaseCompare.com http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767413 Audi TT 6 speed 02E DSG Automatic Transmission Fluid Filter Change http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767144&goto=newpost Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:59:38 GMT Image: http://www.blauparts.com/blauparts.gif ...

Blauparts Audi 6 speed 02E DSG ATF Filter Kit Includes:
Certified OEM Quality German Components
- DSG Audi Automatic Transmission Filter
- DSG Transmission Filter O-Ring Seal
- 2 Oil Pan Drain / Fill Plug Sealing Washers
- 6 Liters of Pentosin Audi Vw DSG Fluid - Adequate quantity of fluid for filter change.

Pentosin of Germany fluid meets Audi specifications and is equivalent to Audi part number G 052 182 A2 required for 6 Speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) Transmissions (aka dual clutch).

~ 2006-2008 A3 4dr Hatchback Quattro w/ 3.2L 6Cyl 24V VR6 w/ Trans Type 02E
~ 2006-2008 A3 4dr Hatchback Non Quattro w/ 2.0L 4Cyl 16V Turbo w/ Trans Type 02E

~ 2004-2006 TT Coupe Quattro w/ 3.2L 6Cyl 12V VR6 w/ Trans Type 02E
~ 2008-2008 TT Coupe Quattro w/ 3.2L 6Cyl 12V w/ Trans Type 02E
~ 2008-2008 TT Coupe NonQuattro w/ 2.0L 4Cyl 16V Turbo w/ Trans Type 02E
~ 2004-2006 TT Roadster Quattro w/ 3.2L 6Cyl 12V VR6 w/ Trans Type 02E
~ 2008-2008 TT Roadster Quattro w/ 3.2L 6Cyl 12V w/ Trans Type 02E
~ 2008-2008 TT Roadster NonQuattro w/ 2.0L 4Cyl 16V Turbo w/ Trans Type 02E

NOTE: According to the factory Robert Bentley manual the DSG Audi transmission fluid and filter should be changed every 40,000 miles. If driving in heavy city, hot weather, pulling, or other harsh driving conditions you may want to service every 30,000 miles. Why changing your Audi automatic transmission fluid is important!

Blaufergnugen! Inc's Audi Parts Department ]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion Blauparts Sales http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767144 What color is this...? http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767063&goto=newpost Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:14:45 GMT Anyone know what color this may be? Sorry for... Anyone know what color this may be? Sorry for the phone pic.

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]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion Stolky http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767063 <![CDATA[H&R Sport Springs on MK2 TT]]> http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2766967&goto=newpost Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:23:41 GMT Rarely ever ask for pic requests, but here we... Rarely ever ask for pic requests, but here we go..

Just wondering if anyone has pictures of a MK2 TT on H&R Sport Springs.. I'm interested in buying a in a week, just wanted to see the turn out before i buy them..

TIA ]]> TT (Mk2) Discussion TTMK2_TJ http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2766967