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11-25-2015, 08:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 876
Posted By DOALLAR

I know from experience that dealers typically...

I know from experience that dealers typically mark up pre-owned vehicles 15%-20%. Give or take 5% if they lost on the Avant when it was trade-in or auction bought. Of course there's the other...
Forum: Audi allroad
11-25-2015, 07:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 26,818
Posted By DOALLAR

Nice. I'm very interested to see what awhp it...

Nice. I'm very interested to see what awhp it puts down.

Best regard
Forum: Audi allroad
11-18-2015, 11:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,047
Posted By DOALLAR

Exactly what "Prospeeder" said is a...

Exactly what "Prospeeder" said is a must!
Forum: Audi allroad
11-18-2015, 11:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 26,818
Posted By DOALLAR

Perfection!

Perfection!
09-15-2015, 08:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 10,137
Posted By DOALLAR

When was the last time a transmission oil change...

When was the last time a transmission oil change was performed on your tip? I recollect it being around every 40kmi. Or it could be a faulty CVT control unit or an internal issue. I would take it...
09-15-2015, 08:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 13,010
Posted By DOALLAR

Probably for the same reason you are concern...

Probably for the same reason you are concern about the timing chain. Plus it's not the chains that are the issue. In addition I wouldn't be surprise that a timing chain tensioner/guide failure would...
Forum: Audi allroad
07-09-2015, 08:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,029
Posted By DOALLAR

I do recommend having an Audi certified shop...

I do recommend having an Audi certified shop change your tranny fluid. I too was a little bit nervous of doing it myself so I took the allroad in for the change. Make sure you or shop tech replace...
Forum: Audi allroad
07-03-2015, 09:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,814
Posted By DOALLAR

Agree, it could be a faulty temp sensor as well. ...

Agree, it could be a faulty temp sensor as well. If you are getting 17704, in vagcom - you can check measure block 001 or 004 for coolant temp and perform an output test via HVAC (tab). I suspect a...
Forum: Audi allroad
07-01-2015, 02:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,814
Posted By DOALLAR

How many miles? Have you ever replaced water...

How many miles? Have you ever replaced water pump & t-stat?
10-24-2014, 09:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,328
Posted By DOALLAR

Truly you are right. I suggested doing...

Truly you are right. I suggested doing (expensive) vinyl wrap, more as a cover, to protect his paint going forward... Of course he would have to fix the nicks etc.. before doing so. Thats all......
10-17-2014, 09:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,328
Posted By DOALLAR

Totally understand..

Silver is my absolute favorite and is one of the better paints for hiding blemishes. Truly, I should've held out for bright silver.. I forgot to mention another expensive alternative is to vinyl...
Forum: Audi allroad
10-15-2014, 01:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,349
Posted By DOALLAR

same here

YKallroad – I too ran into the same issue were the fluid line became split right at the top of the tailgate. This cause the washer fluid to leak inside the cabin on to the headliner and C pillars...
10-15-2014, 12:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,328
Posted By DOALLAR

Stephan…not sure if there are any perfect...

Stephan…not sure if there are any perfect solutions to your issue. Since I recently daily drive a black (b7) S4, 80 plus miles round trip, I too have notice a large amount of nicks and chips on the...
10-14-2014, 12:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,614
Posted By DOALLAR

Awesome - Cheers!

Awesome - Cheers!
Forum: Audi allroad
10-02-2014, 12:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,069
Posted By DOALLAR

I swear Rick there’s no end to your involvement...

I swear Rick there’s no end to your involvement in the allroad/Audi community. Nice to see Phil long Audi sponsoring the event – good reason to go to the springs. ….Just saved the dates on my...
10-01-2014, 01:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,383
Posted By DOALLAR

MK – After reading thru your OP… The only thing...

MK – After reading thru your OP… The only thing you or your tech did not replace or diagnose were the CP sensors. Other than the symptoms your car is currently experiencing, unless you pull the...
09-18-2014, 01:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,201
Posted By DOALLAR

The only major difference is, 2006 & up - torque...

The only major difference is, 2006 & up - torque converter 60:40 (rear/front) split and flywheel. There are a few minor differences with a few connecting vaccum lines, harness connectors, and (I...
09-16-2014, 02:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 543
Posted By DOALLAR

I'm confused! I say this because the 2.7t is...

I'm confused! I say this because the 2.7t is highly liked by many and the after-market upgrade options are endless. It's the same scenario for the sti & wrx... Now the S4, unless you have upwards of...
09-16-2014, 02:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,201
Posted By DOALLAR

All (04' & up) B6/B7 S4's share the same 4.2L...

All (04' & up) B6/B7 S4's share the same 4.2L engine. Good luck.
Forum: Audi allroad
07-01-2014, 01:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 682
Posted By DOALLAR

Mike, I wouldnt rule out the spark plugs - check...

Mike, I wouldnt rule out the spark plugs - check the gaps (.028-.030). Have you tested/checked your coils on both banks? Then while your in there check injector O-rings.
Yes, the PO code indicates...
Forum: Audi allroad
06-26-2014, 07:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,148
Posted By DOALLAR

Idle control valve location...

Idle control valve location (pgs.20-23)(24-29,*40);

http://www.socals4.com/repair/2.7Biturbo-SelfStudy.pdf

remove front engine cover to reveal the location. Pretty straight forward once you...
Forum: Audi allroad
06-23-2014, 11:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,541
Posted By DOALLAR

Good to know - for how much they cost, I've...

Good to know - for how much they cost, I've always speculated how well those (hidden) Bosal hitches held up. Even for a 5000lb capacity IMO the design just looks weak.
Forum: Audi allroad
06-23-2014, 11:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,148
Posted By DOALLAR

Easy fix

Here you go..

http://www.datsc.com/tabid/122/OBD-Error-Code/P0505/Diagnostics/Audi/Default.aspx

Good luck
Forum: Audi allroad
06-16-2014, 11:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,366
Posted By DOALLAR

You will not be saving any labor cost with the...

You will not be saving any labor cost with the issues your allroad has, unless you are doing the work. It seems like a catastrophic failure all around. I would not have purchased it without running a...
Forum: Audi allroad
06-13-2014, 01:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,650
Posted By DOALLAR

Great place to start since the AR force is strong...

Great place to start since the AR force is strong on AW!

Yes, the later models (pre 2004 vin number specific) had torque converter issues but since you are considering a 2005 model (hopefully...
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