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Any buddy out there in the SD area (north county) that can help me with...
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mkaenel
2008-07-19 16:54:20
(51 views)
If you haven't done it yet, email me
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craiglieberman
2008-07-29 10:08:45
(3 views)
In with the new...
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John Stahmann
2008-07-19 14:41:51
(920 views)
Congrats! Yellow is the best! I guess with titanium package it's even better!
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Obormot
2008-07-25 18:11:05
(18 views)
What dealership? Sounds like a great place....
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theguz66
2008-07-21 19:07:15
(43 views)
Ken Garff Audi
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John Stahmann
2008-07-23 11:12:52
(57 views)
ahh..good reason to move to Utah ;)
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theguz66
2008-07-26 11:47:12
(21 views)
Great color!! ;)
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NewImage
2008-07-21 05:52:33
(25 views)
Re: Congrats John!!!
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.:slowS4:. UT
2008-07-20 09:39:39
(49 views)
Oh sure..I find out on the forums that you did the plunge.
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Steve S
2008-07-20 00:22:00
(36 views)
We spent too much time talking about RMC drama, then you had to go... Sorry!
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John Stahmann
2008-07-20 14:15:39
(37 views)
Steve is a closet gay so he had to go to the Bay Area
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Reggie
2008-07-20 22:22:34
(37 views)
Dude..its a secret
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Steve S
2008-07-21 05:03:56
(21 views)
Congrats...
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PDXA4™ pdxa4™
2008-07-19 23:52:14
(40 views)
Congrats John! It looks awesome in person! The Avus Silver/ti pkg is still taunting me.
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MarkFank
2008-07-19 20:55:11
(35 views)
sounds good....time for another AW poster!
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Bob W.
2008-07-19 19:51:01
(29 views)
awesome. my favorite Audi right now
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hman_a4
2008-07-19 19:40:57
(57 views)
What a deal!
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AchTTung ALMS
2008-07-19 17:10:36
(112 views)
Used the RS4 airbag
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John Stahmann
2008-07-19 17:24:37
(95 views)
Now all you have to do is paint it grey, get some 18"
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JELRS4
2008-07-19 17:08:53
(69 views)
Congrats John - time for another Salt Flats picture like your classic A4
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Reggie
2008-07-19 16:52:39
(30 views)
Saweet! Congrats John!
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JeffAhn
2008-07-19 15:51:15
(28 views)
Congrats, that's one sweet ride my man...
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-19 15:33:17
(74 views)
The Stasis SLs are coming off my A4 on Monday
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John Stahmann
2008-07-19 17:22:19
(101 views)
Congrats, great car - keeping the a4 now?
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jba
2008-07-19 14:51:37
(37 views)
***20%off Revo Technik Tuning & SPS-Switches for Waterfest 14***
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George@Revo Technik
2008-07-18 20:30:15
(275 views)
I'm gonna give'r a go on Monday
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-19 10:45:36
(49 views)
No trial for the RS4 model...was what I was told.....but get it, let me know..
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NorthshoreRS4
2008-07-19 12:11:29
(43 views)
I was offered a trial...we'll see what happens.
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-19 13:03:13
(23 views)
Interesting. Here is what Revo told me..........
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NorthshoreRS4
2008-07-19 15:27:33
(80 views)
Re: Interesting. Here is what Revo told me..........
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-19 15:31:26
(68 views)
great..let us know.....
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NorthshoreRS4
2008-07-19 17:53:32
(20 views)
for RS4 as well? what dates are waterfest?
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Agent Orange
2008-07-19 07:19:41
(25 views)
reeeeeallly. hmm.
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Bob W.
2008-07-19 00:10:54
(77 views)
Canadian Dealers?
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IbisRS4
2008-07-18 21:23:03
(46 views)
Re: Canadian Dealers?
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-19 10:46:21
(40 views)
Should I consider trading in my 2 year old RS4 with 20K miles for a new 08?
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12RINGS
2008-07-18 16:30:37
(343 views)
i've considered it too...the only wildcard is that you're going from a zero issue car to the unknown
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Bob W.
2008-07-19 00:16:42
(144 views)
Couldn't agree more. It is a concern. I'm at the dealership as I type this and the Sprint Blue
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12RINGS
2008-07-19 07:32:22
(143 views)
Pulled trigger.
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12RINGS
2008-07-19 08:45:44
(167 views)
Re: Pulled trigger.
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daveak05
2008-07-19 10:05:09
(147 views)
Keep it, add Stasis, alcons, milltek.....
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NorthshoreRS4
2008-07-18 17:44:32
(141 views)
Seems reasonable.
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sparkhill
2008-07-18 16:57:07
(145 views)
I'm considering a similar deal...
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rs4fun2008
2008-07-19 11:22:31
(69 views)
So does it become a no-brainer if I can negotiate 14,500 and Audi Care?
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12RINGS
2008-07-18 20:51:18
(105 views)
Does that number account for taxes
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Spurian
2008-07-18 23:28:41
(79 views)
I did......................
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Evil Buddha
2008-07-18 16:54:02
(181 views)
Sounds like a plan...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 16:35:06
(130 views)
Dymag's on RS4 from Fourtitude...
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Fluffhead
2008-07-18 14:05:49
(813 views)
I think they look much better on this car
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Mr Paul [T-28]
2008-07-22 14:05:44
(107 views)
Not feeling much on that wheels though.........
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initialA4
2008-07-20 18:42:46
(30 views)
Here is what those wheels remind me of.....
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Audis or VWs 4Life
2008-07-20 08:33:49
(212 views)
I just threw up in my mouth..
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Steve S
2008-07-20 00:23:43
(63 views)
i appreciate the tech & lightness, but man, those are ugly.
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jba
2008-07-19 14:51:01
(40 views)
2nd that, but amazing weight saving.
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star607
2008-07-19 16:58:48
(34 views)
How amazing, as in pounds?
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ELEVENS
2008-07-20 04:53:35
(29 views)
15-16 lbs per wheel 18"; 17 lbs per wheel 19"
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star607
2008-07-20 06:27:13
(31 views)
I get misty whenever my stock wheel gets pwned
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xr8edS4
2008-07-19 06:57:49
(74 views)
I am pretty sure that is BEATINGU aka the other Bob w's car
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Jared @ STaSIS
2008-07-18 16:20:49
(46 views)
Re: but the carbon wheel looks sick!!!!
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.:slowS4:. UT
2008-07-18 15:45:53
(53 views)
are those carbonfiber wheels?
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Reggie
2008-07-18 15:36:50
(34 views)
don't understand why they would go for the most expensive wheels, but use KW V3.
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JMG
2008-07-18 15:28:03
(57 views)
I do, KW rules! I love my set.
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RS4 SE
2008-07-19 05:16:02
(39 views)
Cant even compare to Stasis..not in the same league. 10k for wheels and skimp on the suspension???
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JMG
2008-07-19 06:22:44
(82 views)
I went with the KW after reading countless of negative post about Stasis
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RS4 SE
2008-07-20 02:38:26
(73 views)
That is not and never has been an issue with the B6/B7 chassis cars.
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Jared @ STaSIS
2008-07-22 09:31:28
(25 views)
Understandable, to each his own, Having owned both in some variant I have a differing opinion.
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JMG
2008-07-20 06:49:59
(32 views)
Anyone out there running Stasis suspension with 275/30/19 tires? Any rubbing issues?....
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Vijay
2008-07-18 13:34:12
(430 views)
Using that setup now w/ several track days - no rubbing w/ 5mm spacers
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theguz66
2008-07-20 00:25:45
(20 views)
I went to 275/35/18's for more tire choice options...
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CanyonRS4
2008-07-19 08:25:59
(64 views)
Hey, were any of you guys aware that MTM now makes a forged version of the Bimoto wheels?
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Shaun
2008-07-19 05:43:01
(57 views)
Great, but the forged version still weighs 28lbs. Cast version is 39 (!!!) lbs.
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Vijay
2008-07-20 06:23:54
(20 views)
28lbs? Ouch. I had heard they were much lighter. Oh well, doesn't exactly meet your criteria!
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Shaun
2008-07-20 18:13:32
(19 views)
So nice...
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Shaun
2008-07-19 05:46:13
(219 views)
Good luck with those wheels...
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Der Kimbo
2008-07-18 17:18:47
(326 views)
RS4 is no longer a daily driver...that's the only reason I am considering modding to this degree....
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Vijay
2008-07-18 18:15:12
(112 views)
If you have time to wait for them, I'd suggest the Stasis wheels to go with their suspension.
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Bob W.
2008-07-19 00:01:11
(85 views)
Bob, are you sure about the 19x9? Doesn't seem to be anything on their website....
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Vijay
2008-07-20 14:33:07
(29 views)
give them a call....it's the wheel they put their 'signature series' A4 (and A3, IIRC)
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Bob W.
2008-07-21 08:14:04
(70 views)
Those are Volks... see my link below
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S4iowa
2008-07-21 08:23:28
(24 views)
yes, that's who makes them.
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Bob W.
2008-07-21 08:28:06
(33 views)
i'd 2nd bob - my wheels&suspension were a combo from stasis, and everything fits and performs...
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jba
2008-07-19 14:55:04
(42 views)
That's not the point I was expressing...
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Der Kimbo
2008-07-18 19:06:15
(120 views)
thanks for the info!!!
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Vijay
2008-07-19 18:01:16
(18 views)
very sensible recommendations, IMHO.
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Bob W.
2008-07-19 00:04:01
(27 views)
McGyver was...one of the tires wore down to the cords, IIRC.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 16:42:28
(39 views)
I would think you can do it if you get the offset perfect
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S4iowa
2008-07-18 14:09:52
(70 views)
Unless you are tracking....go with the SLs....
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NorthshoreRS4
2008-07-18 14:04:28
(75 views)
How slick is this?!
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-18 13:25:32
(687 views)
What's the point? Where's the V1 unit mounted?
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Sarge
2008-07-19 11:10:53
(84 views)
Well...
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-19 13:04:22
(113 views)
I've seen this before in Audi's and especially BMW's...
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Fluffhead
2008-07-18 13:44:03
(191 views)
I guess the question is...
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-18 14:17:23
(143 views)
Nope. It's just a remote display, fed by the main antenna placed elsewhere.
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ELEVENS
2008-07-18 18:56:51
(36 views)
If that's the case then I agree.
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Fluffhead
2008-07-18 14:31:03
(38 views)
though I'd rather see it incorporated into the NAV
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NorthshoreRS4
2008-07-18 18:47:33
(31 views)
Well, since I mount my V1 right next to the mirror, my solution is almost as good and much cheaper
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Vijay
2008-07-18 13:33:25
(48 views)
Very slick!
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daveak05
2008-07-18 13:27:49
(38 views)
Just saw an Enzo, on a flatbed. License plate: "650 HP"
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TTinGables
2008-07-18 13:22:25
(49 views)
Thats a hop'd up flat bed. I bet it doesnt handle as good as the Enzo
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2.7t @Altitude
2008-07-21 10:27:44
(11 views)
Lemon Law
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mkaenel
2008-07-18 12:18:29
(233 views)
You know about the TSB for that, yes?
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daveak05
2008-07-18 12:25:35
(148 views)
Re: You know about the TSB for that, yes?
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mkaenel
2008-07-18 12:34:47
(135 views)
TSB= technical service bulletin. It documents specific problems and how to remedy them.
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ELEVENS
2008-07-18 12:46:13
(97 views)
Technical Service Bulletin,There was one out regarding the clutch...
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Fluffhead
2008-07-18 12:44:33
(115 views)
Re: Technical Service Bulletin,There was one out regarding the clutch...
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mkaenel
2008-07-18 13:32:20
(123 views)
Boy, that's not good...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 16:05:58
(74 views)
I would let another dealer try if AOA isn't sending a specialist in for the issue...
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Fluffhead
2008-07-18 13:39:09
(73 views)
Re: I would let another dealer try if AOA isn't sending a specialist in for the issue...
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mkaenel
2008-07-18 20:00:09
(55 views)
What did they say they did this time to fix the problem?
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daveak05
2008-07-18 21:15:22
(33 views)
Re: What did they say they did this time to fix the problem?
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mkaenel
2008-07-19 14:42:40
(44 views)
Sounds good and good luck
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daveak05
2008-07-19 15:12:35
(18 views)
funny story
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mkaenel
2008-07-18 07:19:12
(302 views)
He should go through his insurance, I had a broken windshield replaced on my B5S4. 1 week after
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RS4saloondrivr
2008-07-19 05:59:49
(48 views)
that reminds me. you owe me 12 hunny for a new set of rims that you dinged.
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nugent
2008-07-18 20:30:19
(20 views)
Has to be BS...................
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Evil Buddha
2008-07-18 17:00:00
(57 views)
BS, a month later? You have no idea when that happened or how. I'd tell him to file under his own
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S4iowa
2008-07-18 10:31:58
(29 views)
He was driving. His windshield got hit accidently. His insurance should cover.
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Vijay
2008-07-18 10:24:46
(26 views)
I agree with those below. No way should you be paying anything.
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sparkhill
2008-07-18 09:39:42
(24 views)
so you're going to pay a guy ~$600 for a race that you won.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 08:29:10
(73 views)
even more shocking, your going to pay a BMW Driver 600 bucks.
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AuditudeRS4
2008-07-18 08:35:16
(26 views)
He chose to race and things happen. He should go through his insurance which is free most of the...
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Fluffhead
2008-07-18 08:01:45
(84 views)
Yep.
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TTinGables
2008-07-18 08:40:27
(21 views)
Re: funny story
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daveak05
2008-07-18 07:37:27
(124 views)
Re: funny story
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mkaenel
2008-07-18 08:57:02
(96 views)
No way will your Ins. Co. cover his comp claim.
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ELEVENS
2008-07-18 12:53:24
(16 views)
Why? he has something in his insurance called "comprehensive" that covers this.
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ESFO
2008-07-18 11:59:24
(28 views)
Unless there is something being left out of the story there is no reason you or your insurance...
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Fluffhead
2008-07-18 09:32:51
(50 views)
I wouldn't do it
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daveak05
2008-07-18 09:21:38
(51 views)
Detailer's Domain: Waterfest Special only 4 days left
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phil@detailersdomain
2008-07-18 05:24:27
(41 views)
325+ miles on a tank of gas what the heck...........
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4rings racer
2008-07-17 22:54:28
(291 views)
Re: I appreciate all the input. I ended up getting 345. When I filled up it took 15.9 Gallons
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4rings racer
2008-07-19 08:57:50
(29 views)
That is great??? That is pathetic..get that tach up over 5k and enjoy it!!
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NorthshoreRS4
2008-07-18 14:07:47
(57 views)
Actually
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AZRS4
2008-07-19 11:55:41
(32 views)
Re: Highway driving for me is about 90%....
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4rings racer
2008-07-20 00:30:39
(24 views)
Averaging 317 per tank over 15 months...
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AZRS4
2008-07-18 12:22:04
(50 views)
My last tank gained me ~30 miles
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cgthanos
2008-07-18 11:24:31
(28 views)
That's great. With all city driving I'm lucky if I get 200.
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Fluffhead
2008-07-18 10:44:04
(24 views)
Could be due to a change to summer gas formulation and less ethanol.
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RI A6
2008-07-18 09:39:36
(23 views)
My mileage has improved after adding my Milltek....no joke!!
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Vijay
2008-07-18 08:54:42
(38 views)
I get around 225-275 normally but will be around 325 with some highway driving.
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AuditudeRS4
2008-07-18 08:19:34
(24 views)
that's incredibly good
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kem
2008-07-18 07:19:10
(59 views)
300/tank here.
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KinetikRS4
2008-07-18 04:57:41
(34 views)
240-285/tank. I drive the same roads. That's too good to be true.....good for you.
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TNT13
2008-07-18 15:22:57
(23 views)
Question about "S" button
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Gasguzzlr
2008-07-17 17:54:33
(250 views)
It changes what is commonly known as throttle mapping and
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JELRS4
2008-07-18 09:06:08
(141 views)
When pressed it allows the valves in the EXHAUST to open ...
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PetrolDave
2008-07-18 09:25:37
(101 views)
After changing out my stock exhaust for a Tubi...
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LeeJR
2008-07-17 18:38:41
(198 views)
Maybe, but I don't think so
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AZRS4
2008-07-18 12:25:19
(45 views)
PhillyS pulled up to my house last week without it on and it was the first thing i noticed
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NJRickD
2008-07-17 18:32:15
(130 views)
The S button releases low frequencies, it doesn't really make it louder, per se....
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Vijay
2008-07-17 18:17:47
(113 views)
I notice it big time...but then i have Milltek valved exhaust.
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-17 18:09:01
(130 views)
I disagree, I definitely feel a difference in throttle response when the S button is pressed...
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Fluffhead
2008-07-18 07:40:07
(51 views)
Throttle response is only a function of the exhaust valves?
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AchTTung ALMS
2008-07-17 21:22:35
(241 views)
Good one...
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-18 13:04:04
(45 views)
NP, grabbed the chart from here a while ago.
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AchTTung ALMS
2008-07-18 18:32:31
(31 views)
Just looking at the graph is enough to be happy with my Tubi...
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JMSIV
2008-07-18 11:43:03
(44 views)
Thanks. Hey, a little off the topic...
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Gasguzzlr
2008-07-17 19:19:50
(84 views)
There are a few write up on this on Audizine.
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Fluffhead
2008-07-18 08:40:14
(48 views)
nope, mine is noticeably different!
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zachf88
2008-07-17 18:08:18
(33 views)
if you're sitting in the driveway idling, you should definitely hear a difference when you hit S
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 18:07:37
(106 views)
Thanks for the responses everyone
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Gasguzzlr
2008-07-17 19:16:48
(84 views)
that just means the tips are in S all the time.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 19:33:16
(90 views)
I'd have it checked...
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Der Kimbo
2008-07-17 21:26:52
(73 views)
true...i'm not familiar with the circuit and any other potential repercussions of a malfunction.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 21:41:24
(30 views)
Is this easy to do for a beginner
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Spurian
2008-07-17 20:08:16
(63 views)
Disconnect and cap the hoses and the valves
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Miwa
2008-07-18 09:59:35
(31 views)
Yes, cap the valves too so dirt doesn't get in
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daveak05
2008-07-18 10:22:39
(24 views)
extremely easy. just disconnect the hose and tie it out of the way.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 21:42:49
(61 views)
Right on, thanks,
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Gasguzzlr
2008-07-17 19:54:49
(59 views)
Don't forget to plug the hoses
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daveak05
2008-07-18 07:58:15
(24 views)
I drove with them unplugged for 10k miles or more...no problems.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 09:39:24
(28 views)
You always want to close off disconnected vacuum lines...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 09:59:29
(47 views)
well, evidently *I* didn't want to close them off.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 11:42:34
(45 views)
Why not?...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 11:45:06
(37 views)
laziness.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 12:01:55
(23 views)
My God, Bob, just reach down there and close them off
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daveak05
2008-07-18 12:23:56
(25 views)
You don't want a vacuum leak Bob.
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ELEVENS
2008-07-18 12:59:21
(38 views)
they've been closed for the past 15k miles. I just didn't do it right away.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 16:44:13
(22 views)
Well since you're showing remorse, we'll leave you alone now
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ELEVENS
2008-07-19 05:16:43
(17 views)
I think it's time for an intervention
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daveak05
2008-07-18 13:09:59
(18 views)
The engineer in me finds this condition unbearable - vacuum line open
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Reggie
2008-07-18 12:56:01
(38 views)
2nd
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Reggie
2008-07-17 18:23:20
(31 views)
Need advice on tires...
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FCTrs4
2008-07-17 12:07:39
(175 views)
PZeroRosso as OE, PS2s until June, now F1 Assymetrics,...
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PetrolDave
2008-07-18 09:43:15
(58 views)
good options...
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-17 21:05:20
(71 views)
31K miles on PS2s? Jeebus.
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AchTTung ALMS
2008-07-17 20:33:36
(40 views)
what about goodyear GSD3's (Eagle F1)?
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audi-os[the OG]
2008-07-17 19:55:33
(58 views)
i had the Pirellis as OEM, and now have PS2s...the PS2s seem a bit better.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 17:36:19
(43 views)
Re: Need advice on tires...
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TurboTJ
2008-07-17 15:48:09
(113 views)
Re: Need advice on tires...
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MarshallB
2008-07-17 13:47:32
(131 views)
Best bang for the buck would be none of these......
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Vijay
2008-07-17 12:33:12
(198 views)
APR Presents Waterfest 14 **Inventory and Activity Update**
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Andy@APR
2008-07-17 08:41:54
(79 views)
Save 15% Storewide at our WaterFest SALE - one more week!
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Greg @ Stratmosphere
2008-07-17 07:36:23
(237 views)
Just stay away from the Milltek DPs
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-17 10:05:44
(133 views)
You have the data to back up the "CEL errors all the time..."?
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bpp
2008-07-18 03:15:11
(28 views)
Sure thing...
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-18 06:56:11
(41 views)
CEL errors can be caused by many things not attributable to the Milltek....
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bpp
2008-07-18 18:12:43
(27 views)
Stratmosphere knows about the problem...
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-18 18:34:16
(34 views)
The statement was a suggestion as....
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bpp
2008-07-19 15:07:12
(26 views)
considering...
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-19 15:29:32
(26 views)
Not good...I'd expect a more timely solution from Strat. What CEL code(s) you throwing?
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bpp
2008-07-20 03:29:22
(17 views)
Is that happening on the RS4 DP's? I know the early B6 S4's were having CEL errors, but....
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Fluffhead
2008-07-17 10:21:39
(81 views)
yup, most definitely on alot of them.
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-17 11:07:42
(30 views)
I heard it was on 100 cell ones and not the 200 cell they sell now
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MrBucket
2008-07-17 12:20:29
(34 views)
As much as I love Strat and Milltek, ANY DP on the RS4 is a complete and total waste of money.....
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Vijay
2008-07-17 12:38:02
(116 views)
Why no gains on the RS4?
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sbh tuned
2008-07-17 12:54:11
(82 views)
Did you dyno with just the catback before adding dp's?
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Miwa
2008-07-17 13:31:37
(63 views)
yup
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sbh tuned
2008-07-17 13:50:04
(155 views)
Those are some nice gains from 3000-5000 rpm
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-17 17:00:43
(36 views)
Good luck finding a dyno plot of just downpipes on an RS4......
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Vijay
2008-07-17 18:36:13
(79 views)
Makes sense to me
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sbh tuned
2008-07-18 07:37:31
(23 views)
I think it was RI RS4 (now A6) who dynoed. (edit)
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ESFO
2008-07-17 19:27:11
(53 views)
Yea, generally I like Milltek's DPs for what they do in the midrange...
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ESFO
2008-07-17 14:18:05
(60 views)
Installed Milltek Resonated Valved Exhaust on the RS4
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AuditudeRS4
2008-07-16 22:01:26
(177 views)
My old exhaust! :) Glad you like it, it was a steal for $570 ;)
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smashtheqube
2008-07-21 19:23:20
(15 views)
Audi RS4 Lease Rate Info - July 2008
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LeaseCompare.com
2008-07-16 19:43:46
(223 views)
Will the RS4 cabriolet's exclusivity help it to hold its value compared to the Salon?
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12RINGS
2008-07-16 18:44:11
(96 views)
I switched from an RS 4 Sedan to an RS 4 Cabriolet ...
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dtwrs4
2008-07-17 11:04:44
(156 views)
Thanks very much for your experience with both.
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12RINGS
2008-07-17 14:55:47
(16 views)
where do you live?
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 09:47:13
(26 views)
Re: where do you live?
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GSGS
2008-07-17 21:46:44
(25 views)
Chicago area
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12RINGS
2008-07-17 13:13:55
(20 views)
keep the sedan
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 14:25:43
(20 views)
Going to keep the sedan. I much prefer the looks if nothing else.
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12RINGS
2008-07-17 17:44:08
(17 views)
Given the Cab costs a fair bit more, yes, you'll still lose a similar percentage I guess.
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April/Verdegrrl
2008-07-16 22:00:09
(66 views)
If you use the B6/B7 S4 cab as a reference.. I would say yes. But not by much.
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S4iowa
2008-07-16 21:12:27
(31 views)
no
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sparkhill
2008-07-16 19:09:27
(30 views)
Why worry about value?
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AchTTung ALMS
2008-07-16 19:04:15
(88 views)
Not worried about it - just wondering. Thanks!
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12RINGS
2008-07-16 19:40:13
(26 views)
Ah, good.
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AchTTung ALMS
2008-07-16 21:01:17
(50 views)
Lease an RS4 Cab
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AofC_RR
2008-07-16 10:36:19
(303 views)
It's a buyers market...
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-16 12:47:08
(222 views)
Those rates are not bad at all. I recall leasing out $65K A8s for about these numbers
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April/Verdegrrl
2008-07-16 15:12:50
(107 views)
Re: It's a buyers market...
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RS Maniac
2008-07-16 13:36:30
(175 views)
The M5 market is in the dumpster. Sales numbers are really really ugly.
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April/Verdegrrl
2008-07-16 15:05:48
(188 views)
Yeh, people hear V10 and cringe...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 17:18:04
(131 views)
$5 Gas didn't affect my decision to buy an S6 last month.
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Goldmember
2008-07-16 21:11:25
(98 views)
Glad to hear it...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 21:40:49
(78 views)
$5 gas doesn't affect my thinking in choice of car.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 19:57:36
(107 views)
With that mentality, why didn't you just offer to pay $10k for your Magnaflow?
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daveak05
2008-07-16 21:46:45
(71 views)
it wasn't just the cost of the part.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 22:02:24
(76 views)
Re: it wasn't just the cost of the part.
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daveak05
2008-07-16 22:09:47
(74 views)
Just get a spare car that gets 30+ mpg
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daveak05
2008-07-17 07:50:55
(53 views)
I definitely give a sh1t about driving some econo-piece-of-crap, even if just for errands.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 07:54:47
(56 views)
By all means, do what you want
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daveak05
2008-07-17 08:45:49
(50 views)
Oh no!!! Bob and Dave are at it again!!!!!!!!!
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Vijay
2008-07-18 13:58:10
(23 views)
Re: Oh no!!! Bob and Dave are at it again!!!!!!!!! This time......
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Vijay
2008-07-18 14:07:25
(30 views)
We're never at it...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 16:10:18
(32 views)
Um, sorry but if I want to get to work - I HAVE TO DRIVE THERE.
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12RINGS
2008-07-17 06:57:15
(47 views)
I spend an hour a day driving, minimum. I'm going to enjoy it.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 22:38:22
(29 views)
You capitalist pig, Bob!
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daveak05
2008-07-16 21:42:45
(61 views)
my car is essentially part of my business entertainment budget, that's how I look at it.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 21:45:07
(65 views)
Then it cuts into the bottomline of your business...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 21:48:39
(54 views)
yes, somewhat...but I'd rather have it that way than cutting into my personal bottom line.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 22:00:43
(54 views)
Re: It's a buyers market...
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-16 14:45:24
(147 views)
Driver's door handle cover - can you remove it without taking the door apart?
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greatwhiteshark
2008-07-15 19:22:50
(101 views)
The B5 owners should be able to speak volumes about door handles 0:)
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Audis or VWs 4Life
2008-07-16 18:46:15
(18 views)
My drivers side was loose on my B6 S4. The dealer ordered & painted a new handle and replaced..
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Fluffhead
2008-07-16 10:31:49
(57 views)
Unfortunately, I don't think it's possible...
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ToblertheDog
2008-07-16 05:46:59
(346 views)
Thank you for the diagram. Where did you find it?
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greatwhiteshark
2008-07-16 09:40:58
(28 views)
ELSA is what I use on the garage laptop...
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ToblertheDog
2008-07-16 11:05:06
(50 views)
The last part of instruction for "trim' indicates it is possible...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 08:32:19
(44 views)
Ooops...I think your right.
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ToblertheDog
2008-07-16 09:00:28
(35 views)
Yeh, maybe he has more of an issue than just the painted plastic cover
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daveak05
2008-07-16 09:06:03
(30 views)
I think it's just the trim piece that's loose. Hopefully. Otherwise it's off to the glue store.
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greatwhiteshark
2008-07-16 09:39:01
(20 views)
you can remove the cover based on step 3 & add foam or adjust, just
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Aarononymous
2008-07-16 18:33:24
(18 views)
Mine on an A4 and S4 were loose...well, there was a little play in them...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 10:09:53
(35 views)
This puts Viagra to shame.....I've been sporting wood for 6 straight hours...........
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NorthshoreRS4
2008-07-15 16:54:57
(463 views)
Which kit did you get? I have been considering the motorsports.
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JMSIV
2008-07-17 06:26:20
(38 views)
I've had the same problem for 3 months and I have NOT sought medical assistance.... ;op
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bpp
2008-07-16 02:28:32
(97 views)
Ya...what he said...
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CanuckRS4
2008-07-15 18:27:41
(88 views)
New RS4 owner. A few questions.
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sbh tuned
2008-07-15 16:01:25
(1095 views)
How good of a deal did you get?
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12RINGS
2008-07-16 18:47:21
(73 views)
Re: How good of a deal did you get?
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sbh tuned
2008-07-17 06:20:10
(224 views)
Sounds like a great deal to me. I'd have done it.
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12RINGS
2008-07-17 13:23:50
(45 views)
No it won't get any louder. Add a $300 H-Pipe and be done with it.
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ELEVENS
2008-07-16 08:21:08
(86 views)
Congrats!
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TTinGables
2008-07-16 06:23:11
(41 views)
You dog you...
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Steve Sherwood
2008-07-15 22:56:30
(87 views)
Huh?
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sbh tuned
2008-07-16 05:57:13
(50 views)
upgrading from the A4 to S4 to RS4
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Steve S
2008-07-16 07:37:11
(67 views)
Ahh. I love these cars, what can I say :)
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sbh tuned
2008-07-16 07:40:59
(108 views)
a) yes (on the hwy), 2)215 deg is normal under light load and ~85 ambient temp, 3) no.
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Bob W.
2008-07-15 16:12:16
(186 views)
yeah, get a cat back...
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rutiger77
2008-07-15 16:55:09
(122 views)
Thanks a lot!
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sbh tuned
2008-07-15 16:48:07
(138 views)
I haven't found a reason not to deflap.
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Bob W.
2008-07-15 17:20:12
(170 views)
How about some of the positive??? Considering doing it....
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NorthshoreRS4
2008-07-15 18:38:38
(143 views)
the only positive is that you eliminate the possibility of the flap sticking.
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Bob W.
2008-07-15 19:32:38
(123 views)
$8K off sticker for a Misano, Premium, Exclusive for anyone interested
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RS Maniac
2008-07-15 12:37:51
(411 views)
They are all going fo that now. i got mine in March of '08 for less than that.
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bruised rs4
2008-07-15 15:31:59
(56 views)
The local dealer had that same car with Titanium pkg recently
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John Stahmann
2008-07-15 13:52:18
(154 views)
Yeah, I'm not a big fan of the piano trim for the Titanium package either. I'd go CF too.
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SpfldS4
2008-07-16 06:32:15
(73 views)
B8 RS4 getting the 3.0L Supercharged as well?
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Uki
2008-07-15 08:25:18
(403 views)
This just in: all Mercedes cars to be turbocharged by 2010
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RS Maniac
2008-07-17 13:38:44
(61 views)
I think they will stick with NA V8s...
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RS Maniac
2008-07-15 12:41:04
(188 views)
In order for Audi.....
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Audi S5 TC
2008-07-15 14:49:06
(221 views)
sounds good, make it so.
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Bob W.
2008-07-15 16:08:03
(94 views)
It will most likely have another V8. From what I've read the RS cars will stick with V8's and V10's
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Fluffhead
2008-07-15 08:46:04
(138 views)
In that case.....
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Audi S5 TC
2008-07-15 13:10:13
(160 views)
They should throw a small turbocharger on the current FSI High Revving V8
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Auditude2.0T
2008-07-15 08:50:53
(177 views)
they don't need FI to reach 450hp.
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Bob W.
2008-07-15 09:27:51
(246 views)
Bob, if there was any easy horsepower left on the table with this engine, the R8 would already have
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 05:02:43
(124 views)
why does it have to be easy? that's the mentality that cripples Audi's engine design staff.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 08:19:28
(63 views)
That's right. By the same token those moron doctors haven't found a cure for AIDS yet either.
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 10:00:44
(102 views)
wow...is your T count running low, Chris?
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 14:34:40
(55 views)
What "problem" does the R8 engine have?
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nyet
2008-07-18 02:05:46
(31 views)
if it makes you feel better, substitute 'challenges' for 'problems'.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 07:35:34
(25 views)
What makes you think getting 30 more hp out of that motor will be easy?
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nyet
2008-07-18 09:47:25
(27 views)
show me the thread where I said it would be easy.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 11:03:43
(22 views)
"They don't need FI to reach 450 HP, just some tuning and maybe a tiny bump in displacement .."
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RI A6
2008-07-18 11:15:39
(27 views)
that's their problem. nyet used the word easy, not I.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 11:30:00
(25 views)
Well said AGAIN, Scott
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daveak05
2008-07-18 11:17:23
(20 views)
you never did
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daveak05
2008-07-18 11:07:02
(21 views)
thank you.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 11:08:21
(23 views)
I should thank YOU for getting this forum out of the low volume drivel...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 11:12:50
(27 views)
it just cracks me up...
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 11:26:05
(30 views)
"they" don't need FI to reach 450 hp
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RI A6
2008-07-18 11:38:18
(24 views)
I used the Champion car as an example.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 11:58:59
(29 views)
Re: I used the Champion car as an example.
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daveak05
2008-07-18 12:18:15
(22 views)
I just don't see a way to 30 more HP with the RS4 engine in a street-legal configuration without FI
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RI A6
2008-07-18 12:15:08
(22 views)
LOL...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 11:34:52
(27 views)
Asked and answered...nyet, you're trolling, and way late.
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daveak05
2008-07-18 10:00:54
(24 views)
I've read the whole thread several times
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nyet
2008-07-18 10:07:59
(28 views)
you need to read it again, and then show me your reading comprehension qualifications.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 11:07:48
(24 views)
I'm with you, Nyet ...
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RI A6
2008-07-18 10:29:57
(26 views)
Well said Scott...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 10:41:26
(25 views)
Sorry, 420^^^
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daveak05
2008-07-18 10:42:43
(22 views)
For the record, i think the r8 engine is a MARVEL of engineering
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nyet
2008-07-18 10:38:09
(28 views)
Speaking of engines...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 10:54:18
(24 views)
It also looks awesome in the back of the car!
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daveak05
2008-07-18 10:50:16
(25 views)
Okay, but it was already pretty well hashed out in this thread...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 10:13:42
(27 views)
LOL!
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daveak05
2008-07-17 12:14:32
(37 views)
Audi engineers need to perfect the perpetual motion machine to take the market from BMW. No doubt.
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 12:19:24
(40 views)
The argument is so moot...
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daveak05
2008-07-17 12:25:40
(57 views)
Technically, FI is equivalent to increasing displacement.
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nyet
2008-07-18 02:07:11
(32 views)
It has the same effect
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daveak05
2008-07-18 07:31:08
(23 views)
this truly is entertaining.
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Bleu CHEEZE (Loren)
2008-07-17 10:07:04
(48 views)
especially coming from the same guy who posted that it "wasn't worth arguing" with me 2 hrs ago.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 10:10:02
(87 views)
I hate to be the one to tell this, but...
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Bleu CHEEZE (Loren)
2008-07-17 11:12:26
(183 views)
everyone's entitled to their opinion, and I'm entitled to mine
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 14:22:39
(57 views)
There is a market for Hannah Montana too
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nyet
2008-07-18 02:05:16
(32 views)
I could say the same about stg III B5S4 kits.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 08:05:16
(30 views)
True. There are idiots who buy stage3 kits.
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nyet
2008-07-18 09:52:45
(28 views)
I never said you had an OTS stgIII kit.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 11:00:47
(30 views)
Why, you are, of course. You're the one being defensive.
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RI A6
2008-07-18 11:03:21
(24 views)
I think you need to look up the definition of insecure.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 11:12:58
(29 views)
hmm ...
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RI A6
2008-07-18 11:23:25
(27 views)
I'll take that...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 11:43:14
(23 views)
not denying that at all.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 11:32:16
(22 views)
a unique perspective...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 11:15:32
(28 views)
can you blame him though? he's been totally jumped in this thread...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 11:08:26
(24 views)
Yeah, but if Bob is as secure as he reports that he is, being jumped on will not bother him
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RI A6
2008-07-18 11:24:31
(24 views)
I wouldn't say it bothers me, per se....other than the time I have to waste responding.
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Bob W.
2008-07-18 11:34:45
(24 views)
Bob, you're way ahead
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daveak05
2008-07-18 11:38:31
(22 views)
You still have to defned yourself...
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daveak05
2008-07-18 11:29:07
(28 views)
The no brain part?
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daveak05
2008-07-18 08:14:37
(23 views)
Bob, not being an engineer, I don't expect you to understand
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RI A6
2008-07-17 09:38:09
(88 views)
I agree, Scott...
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daveak05
2008-07-17 12:18:37
(53 views)
It doesn't take an engineer to know they can do 30hp better.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 10:07:30
(84 views)
Bob, why do you think the new M3 came in at slightly less HP than the RS4?
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daveak05
2008-07-17 12:32:55
(66 views)
The new M3 is exactly the same HP as the RS4 - 420hp/414SAE
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RS Maniac
2008-07-17 13:35:50
(47 views)
have seen both on the same dyno in same conditions, same fuel, etc...
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DVS27T
2008-07-17 15:00:10
(50 views)
Another prime example. To keeps costs reasonable, the BMW V8 is largely based on the V10.
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 13:08:17
(33 views)
As much as they can use out of an existing design, all the better...
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daveak05
2008-07-17 13:15:33
(71 views)
Yeah, it's not like emission standards, noise standards, and costs are an issue or anything.
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 10:38:17
(43 views)
Well Bob, they can't make the engine any bigger.
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Verrückt
2008-07-15 19:10:57
(168 views)
any engine can be made bigger.
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Bob W.
2008-07-15 21:35:13
(158 views)
The current trend is smaller though, via turbo and SC
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daveak05
2008-07-16 08:37:07
(111 views)
an incidence of 1 isn't really a trend.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 08:39:36
(108 views)
Every automaker is working on downsizing projects. Most have made this public.
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Verrückt
2008-07-16 13:39:58
(86 views)
among their high-end sedans?!? I don't think so.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 20:47:18
(87 views)
"All Mercedes cars to be turbocharged by 2010"
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 07:12:58
(71 views)
oddly enough, a story that was released TODAY, after I made that post.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 07:58:36
(77 views)
Bob, cause and effect...
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daveak05
2008-07-17 08:08:15
(77 views)
they're not going to disappear anytime soon....see below.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 08:18:04
(56 views)
Focus on the comment "midterm"
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daveak05
2008-07-17 08:26:21
(68 views)
Yes, but if follows on previously releases which do speak of AMG
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RI A6
2008-07-17 08:08:12
(66 views)
that's doesn't say anything about downsizing the engines, which is what Verruckt is speculating.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 08:17:13
(62 views)
Speculating? No. Companies who work with Mercedes get information long before press releases.
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 08:18:59
(66 views)
yes, speculating.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 08:26:51
(69 views)
I don't know off the top of my head exactly what engines MB will be releasing from 2010 on...
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 08:44:44
(64 views)
of course you don't, that's why I said you're speculating.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 09:23:20
(48 views)
They could be pacifying their AMG customers until the hammer slams down
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daveak05
2008-07-17 08:32:50
(66 views)
it doesn't make sense from every angle.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 08:41:06
(76 views)
so, hp/l isnt' efficiency?
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nyet
2008-07-17 12:44:46
(48 views)
Bob,
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daveak05
2008-07-17 08:52:17
(66 views)
The last two lines of your post are the only hints of intelligence you've brought to this thread...
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 08:49:26
(66 views)
they're the only ones that you recognized, which is what I would expect from an underling.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 09:27:10
(49 views)
It will happen, Bob...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 22:59:06
(76 views)
Yes, BMW and Audi talked of a move 'back' to smaller turbo engines some time ago...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 13:57:55
(93 views)
you're referring to the base models, I'm referring to the top AMG and ///M models.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 20:48:48
(71 views)
I'm not referring to the base models...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 22:52:08
(80 views)
Ford is even saying they will put a turbocharged 4-banger in the F150 and Mustang...
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Verrückt
2008-07-16 14:11:51
(95 views)
yeah, the same idiotic approach that gave us the Pinto.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 20:19:36
(72 views)
Bob, Ford's new turbo engines are receiving a lot of accolades and excitement...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 21:25:45
(90 views)
lol...yeah, the xr4ti has held up really well.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 21:34:55
(85 views)
About as well as the Audi Fox and predecessors to the A4...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 21:56:34
(82 views)
Yes, the plan is for the new, yet to be released 3.5 'Ecotec' turbo v6...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 14:15:52
(85 views)
The only thing it won't affect is the Q7 SUV model and A8...maybe.
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daveak05
2008-07-16 08:44:36
(88 views)
They've already done things as ridiculous as put the accessory drive at the back of the engine...
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Verrückt
2008-07-16 03:35:17
(125 views)
There's no more room in the B7 engine compartment for a larger engine, that's for sure
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daveak05
2008-07-16 08:42:11
(97 views)
and you're assuming the pistons are already using the lightest possible material and...
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 07:43:43
(116 views)
Bob, it isn't "overbuilt"
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RI A6
2008-07-16 11:08:41
(115 views)
Scott, the 1/4"...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 12:19:45
(95 views)
I never said it was overbuilt, I said he's assuming it isn't.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 11:48:23
(111 views)
There's this design constraint called "quattro". Perhaps you've heard of it.
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Verrückt
2008-07-16 13:42:17
(96 views)
'design constraint' is a phrase coined by those with few original thoughts.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 16:25:19
(89 views)
what do you know, B0b
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RI A6
2008-07-16 17:51:00
(91 views)
I really find it difficult to believe that marketing put many contraints on the RS4.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 20:16:00
(86 views)
You make a good point...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 20:51:37
(92 views)
Of course it is.
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RI A6
2008-07-17 07:05:55
(64 views)
Scott, I'm afraid you are confusing Marketing with Accounting
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daveak05
2008-07-17 07:59:21
(64 views)
True enough. I'm familiar with the electronics industry where Technical Marketing take the lead
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RI A6
2008-07-17 08:12:41
(58 views)
Yes...
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daveak05
2008-07-17 08:17:21
(60 views)
That's not quite right, Scott...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 18:11:37
(82 views)
I have no idea what you're point is.
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RI A6
2008-07-16 12:51:39
(97 views)
my point is Audi doesn't need FI to make 450hp with THIS engine.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 16:28:06
(88 views)
Well, the only way they achieved 420 was with an 8250 redline...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 16:33:01
(99 views)
and how many engine failures have you heard about with this motor?
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 17:00:08
(97 views)
The car would barely be faster by adding a bit of power between 8000 and 8500 RPM. Torque would be
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Verrückt
2008-07-16 19:35:00
(98 views)
and btw, if you think 80hp would make the car 'barely' faster, I have some land to sell you.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 20:33:18
(91 views)
"area under the curve"
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nyet
2008-07-18 02:11:43
(29 views)
You have no clue Bob, it's not even worth arguing about with you.
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 03:37:41
(69 views)
it's never worth arguing with me.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 08:02:19
(74 views)
there's less room for FI than there is for another 0.1L of displacement.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 20:00:07
(81 views)
You just don't understand. The problem is engine length.
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 03:41:46
(82 views)
That's not the point though...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 17:11:13
(97 views)
boooring.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 20:10:07
(91 views)
I'll take your word for it, Bob...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 20:47:00
(90 views)
if it happens, it's a LONG way out.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 21:00:38
(88 views)
It's soon...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 21:15:21
(87 views)
I don't know that I necessarily prefer one over the other, all things equal.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 21:42:02
(83 views)
I'd take the V6 turbo...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 22:02:29
(88 views)
I agree, the Turbo V6 will have more torque across the entire power band
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RI A6
2008-07-17 07:39:53
(76 views)
I don't know about that combo being in the RS5, but I'd bet on an engine like that coming out. ;-)
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Verrückt
2008-07-18 07:30:38
(23 views)
Is he talking about a turbo 4.2 V8 that just inches up to 450 HP?...??
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daveak05
2008-07-18 12:21:24
(20 views)
Nice, but
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daveak05
2008-07-17 08:04:01
(64 views)
Why did you say the RS4 4.2 isn't "overbuilt"?
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daveak05
2008-07-16 13:51:45
(97 views)
Dave, I think we are miscommunicating on "meaning"
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RI A6
2008-07-16 15:12:07
(90 views)
Scott, re downsizing engines...it's for real across the board
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daveak05
2008-07-16 16:20:06
(86 views)
Ferrari gets 500hp out of a 4.3L V8...Audi should be able to do the same.
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Bob W.
2008-07-16 20:27:11
(88 views)
The current 4.2 L package is already extremely light for a V8
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RI A6
2008-07-17 07:50:13
(64 views)
Apples and oranges, but I don't expect you to understand that...
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 03:40:15
(84 views)
yada yada yada, you just can't think outside the box.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 08:14:12
(73 views)
No Bob, you just have no clue. The auto industry is very cost sensative.
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 08:27:57
(70 views)
that's the lamest analogy ever....and you think YOU have a clue?
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 09:02:27
(64 views)
Wow, touched a sensative area there.
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 09:05:39
(59 views)
I don't have to consider problems that aren't my own, but I AM their customer, and they WILL listen.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 09:22:28
(49 views)
lol, I'm sure they will.
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Verrückt
2008-07-17 10:07:48
(44 views)
2 extra cylinders kills fuel efficiency, period
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daveak05
2008-07-16 22:55:33
(84 views)
no, I don't care about fuel efficiency.
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Bob W.
2008-07-17 08:37:30
(54 views)
99 to your 1 do...
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daveak05
2008-07-17 08:57:31
(63 views)
You're right...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 15:55:04
(79 views)
I'm not even saying it's impossible. I'm just saying what's left on the table isn't worth going for
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Verrückt
2008-07-16 13:40:41
(78 views)
LOL...
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daveak05
2008-07-16 12:15:22
(92 views)
They do if they want to hit 450 tq
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Fluffhead
2008-07-15 09:34:06
(116 views)
i'd prefer more displacement.
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Bob W.
2008-07-15 16:04:53
(129 views)
Technically, FI is equivalent to increasing displacement.
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nyet
2008-07-18 02:07:59
(29 views)
Go buy a Hemi.
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Godfather | Jay
2008-07-17 19:14:36
(28 views)
Agreed. The predictability of engine response with throttle input is what is so good about NA...
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Vijay
2008-07-15 16:08:18
(129 views)
Turbos can be tuned for a flat torque curve, especially TDI engines.
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nyet
2008-07-18 02:10:10
(27 views)
When they can decide whether they are referring to the S4 or RS4, I *might* pay attention
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Vijay
2008-07-15 08:36:24
(115 views)
Seriously. Many outlets in the auto industry are more speculative than the tabloids.
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greatwhiteshark
2008-07-15 09:55:46
(108 views)
360 Forged Split 7's on Ibis RS4...
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JMG
2008-07-14 17:22:37
(1089 views)
Not bad!
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ELEVENS
2008-07-16 08:06:57
(44 views)
I think it just appears slammed b/c of the small amount of tire around the 20" rims
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Fluffhead
2008-07-16 09:25:58
(27 views)
Well I don't know if I would call it slammed...It's set up per Stasis recommendation on ride height.
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JMG
2008-07-16 09:18:55
(45 views)
I'm just jealous, around here we need fender clearance/ride height for rain, snow & sh!tty roads
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ELEVENS
2008-07-16 12:38:26
(22 views)
NE Ohio here, lake effect snow....was ok this last year minus one time when nothing was moving.
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JMG
2008-07-16 14:05:09
(21 views)
Looks great!
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ESFO
2008-07-15 11:55:24
(29 views)
Another...Interior this time
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JMG
2008-07-15 09:56:17
(475 views)
So you swapped out most things to make it like the European car?
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MrBucket
2008-07-15 10:35:35
(36 views)
everything but the instrument cluster...front and rear bumper are sitting on the floor in my garage
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JMG
2008-07-15 10:41:39
(85 views)
Wow....you've put some serious $$$$ into your RS4....
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Vijay
2008-07-15 14:52:50
(74 views)
I am actually looking into another car to become the daily, I want it to keep it for a long time
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JMG
2008-07-15 20:07:32
(55 views)
That's what I have done......
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Vijay
2008-07-17 12:46:31
(39 views)
Just to be clear, the seats were totally plug and play, then?
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Gorobei
2008-07-15 14:02:18
(43 views)
No, the airbag override was, but the occupancy sensor was a PITA..
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JMG
2008-07-15 20:04:37
(62 views)
Yikes. Thanks for the info.
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Gorobei
2008-07-16 09:07:03
(18 views)
If you dont mind me asking, whats the difference between the US and Euro Spec Rear Bumper?
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michaeldorian
2008-07-15 11:49:13
(29 views)
The euro bumper doesn't have the reflector...that's it IIRC
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Fluffhead
2008-07-15 12:08:48
(32 views)
correct
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sparkhill
2008-07-15 13:51:29
(23 views)
Where did you get up the euro seats?...
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michaeldorian
2008-07-15 11:19:39
(56 views)
Imported it all...,and no it is unpainted. It removes the red reflectors on the sides.
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JMG
2008-07-15 11:52:47
(38 views)
I wish I could sit in those seats for more then an hour without them hurting :-(
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Fluffhead
2008-07-15 10:43:31
(34 views)
I'm 6'1" and 250+ they fit me fine, it took about 3 days for the seat to actually conform to me..
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JMG
2008-07-15 10:54:39
(66 views)
Really? I drove around Europe in them for 2 days and they didn't really get any better...
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Fluffhead
2008-07-15 12:08:15
(63 views)
Maybe that was the problem, I drove from Ingolstadt to Zurich and they were killing me.
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Fluffhead
2008-07-15 13:00:13
(40 views)
It honestly did take a little while....
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JMG
2008-07-15 12:48:49
(62 views)
Wait...UID=3169 but yet you only have about 276 total posts?
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Steve S
2008-07-15 07:56:16
(85 views)
Been around a while...don't post on things too often unless I have something worthwhile to add...
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JMG
2008-07-15 09:05:16
(66 views)
Anyone left here with a UID older than mine??
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Vijay
2008-07-15 08:39:27
(74 views)
Ah..yes...I think so...
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Steve Sherwood
2008-07-15 22:54:42
(35 views)
Yes.
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Gorobei
2008-07-15 13:59:19
(53 views)
ditto
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Shaun
2008-07-16 05:56:03
(26 views)
and me
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larryV
2008-07-15 09:28:58
(66 views)
Wow...how about older than Larry?!?!?!?
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Vijay
2008-07-15 14:13:23
(25 views)
Audiboy has number 9 I think...
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Steve Sherwood
2008-07-15 22:55:45
(24 views)
realistically, we probably all signed up the first morning they switched over from A4.org.
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Bob W.
2008-07-15 16:23:21
(54 views)
yes.
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Bob W.
2008-07-15 09:23:48
(59 views)
They look great!
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Fluffhead
2008-07-15 07:18:08
(29 views)
Agreed, I like the dark center too. Nice choice!
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SpfldS4
2008-07-15 07:23:56
(24 views)
I dig 'em. No V8 side badges eh? Me either. Those were the first things to go.
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greatwhiteshark
2008-07-15 00:07:55
(30 views)
chrome? nooooooooo
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Bob W.
2008-07-14 20:49:56
(43 views)
Went with chrome because high polish can be a major pain, chrome is just easier to tend to
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JMG
2008-07-15 09:13:21
(23 views)
Here they are on an S5 looking sick!!
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NorthshoreRS4
2008-07-14 19:52:26
(154 views)
nice!
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zx9
2008-07-14 19:37:45
(35 views)
THAT is ONE beautiful RS4! Nicely done.
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12RINGS
2008-07-14 18:14:25
(45 views)
HOT!
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Jason@STaSIS
2008-07-14 17:56:21
(38 views)
what size tires?