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10-21-2013, 08:27 PM
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Posted By Yea Snow

To paraphrase all my previous posts: From the...

To paraphrase all my previous posts: From the 'backroads' route to Scottsdale thru Northern Arizona and hard push outs on the curves around Park City, we have
nothing but pleasure on the Hankook...
07-25-2013, 08:28 PM
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Posted By Yea Snow

I understand that to be the case re 2015 interior...

I understand that to be the case re 2015 interior - and several exterior as also.
07-25-2013, 06:31 AM
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Posted By Yea Snow

S8 Drool, then Bleed

Foolishly thought there would be discounting on remaining 2013 S8 on the lots around the country - several fully loaded at the $125k range - not a penny off; no 3k loyalty discount; AND (I should...
04-13-2013, 07:01 AM
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Posted By Yea Snow

I often place a medium sized collapsible...

I often place a medium sized collapsible wheelchair in the trunk when driving my 94 yr old mother in law up for skiing (!?) - and, seriously, my golf bag with longer clubs going into the ski chute,...
04-13-2013, 05:53 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,060
Posted By Yea Snow

Other than tread patterns, rim construction, etc,...

Other than tread patterns, rim construction, etc, w/ Audi service techs nothing remarkable. Dito my discussions w/ friends in Europe and on the (really informative) Motor-Talk.De Audi forums....
04-12-2013, 08:47 PM
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Views: 8,060
Posted By Yea Snow

Would never anticipate any. Why do you ask?

Would never anticipate any. Why do you ask?
03-30-2013, 06:42 AM
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Posted By Yea Snow

If you have not yet made a decision, I would like...

If you have not yet made a decision, I would like to add that I have tried all the tires mentioned. My current Hankook 275/35/20 remain, after many miles on curvy mountain roads; rough 2 lanes in...
12-06-2012, 07:25 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,622
Posted By Yea Snow

Yes, that -but has also been useful to me when...

Yes, that -but has also been useful to me when the fob battery was low -odd little electrical cues and nonsensical alerts on the dash behind the wheel,would not remote start until I inserted into the...
12-05-2012, 07:21 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,622
Posted By Yea Snow

[QUOTE=jakematic;24379885]I haven't found a need...

[QUOTE=jakematic;24379885]I haven't found a need to do it - am I missing something ?
Presume it's done same way, just different to get to accessory mode as derfA8L eludes to.

Perhaps mine being a...
12-05-2012, 07:58 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,622
Posted By Yea Snow

[QUOTE=derfA8L;24379620]Nope I don't have the key...

[QUOTE=derfA8L;24379620]Nope I don't have the key slot either. Ordered my 2011 D4 in November 2010, assembled last week in January 2011 and delivered in March. Pre-ordered the Owner's Manual after...
12-04-2012, 08:06 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,622
Posted By Yea Snow

'JohnnyJ's second photo - fob slot - is my 2011...

'JohnnyJ's second photo - fob slot - is my 2011 A8. The car came early November 2010, to my dealership in Scottsdale, 30 miles on the odo. This is certainly an intriguing development and would be...
12-04-2012, 03:33 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,622
Posted By Yea Snow

Then I need to go to Sotheby's! By all measures...

Then I need to go to Sotheby's! By all measures (VIN, title, etc.) I have a 2011 with the slot. It was one of the first D4s here and obviously there was a mid model year design change, and one I...
12-04-2012, 02:34 PM
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Views: 13,622
Posted By Yea Snow

Ordinarily I would let this thread go off into...

Ordinarily I would let this thread go off into the void with the rest of them, but your post, incredulously, doesn't sound flippant. Just to put this to rest - are you truly inside a 2011 A8 which...
12-04-2012, 05:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,622
Posted By Yea Snow

Sorry, I thought he had an '11. Regardless, the...

Sorry, I thought he had an '11. Regardless, the same procedure to reset when it starts to feel a little sluggish - I do this every few months if my drives awhile - it's a small, yet perceptible...
12-03-2012, 06:05 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,622
Posted By Yea Snow

Well, perhaps it's 'fob' to you, but yes the KEY...

Well, perhaps it's 'fob' to you, but yes the KEY in the little slot, you know, to the right of the steering wheel - it's in all the manuals - press (turn in MB, etc.)
to electronics mode & follow as...
12-03-2012, 03:04 PM
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Views: 13,622
Posted By Yea Snow

Sorry - that's a 'full to the floor' pedal...

Sorry - that's a 'full to the floor' pedal depress.
12-03-2012, 03:02 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 13,622
Posted By Yea Snow

Could also be glitch w/the electronic driver...

Could also be glitch w/the electronic driver sensing -had that problem w/ both our A8 and the ml63. Do a reset and then see if shift points are altered. Place key in ignition; turn to ACCESSORY...
08-29-2012, 03:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,704
Posted By Yea Snow

[QUOTE=BigGrasshopper;24341366]According to Car...

[QUOTE=BigGrasshopper;24341366]According to Car and Driver, the next generation A8 will be RWD biased (as opposed to current FWD biased).

Design & marketing, as we have seen recently (e.g the...
08-28-2012, 01:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,945
Posted By Yea Snow

My friend had 22s but went 'down' to 21 as he was...

My friend had 22s but went 'down' to 21 as he was spending more time in the Alps - and soon learned they were even worse (slightly more room in the well for more ice/snow to sludge back into the...
03-20-2012, 09:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,623
Posted By Yea Snow

THAT was my point - I had far more extensive...

THAT was my point - I had far more extensive parts and labor for only $700 more than your repair - I can't imagine your bill if you had a similar full replacement.
03-20-2012, 05:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,623
Posted By Yea Snow

That is truly amazing - the $...

That is truly amazing - the $ differences/variances by location. Last month, same situation but entire rear bumper, trim, and sensors replaced for a total of $2,200. This was in Scottsdale with one...
02-04-2012, 06:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 868
Posted By Yea Snow

[QUOTE=xradman;24256868]I hit 1,000 miles today...

[QUOTE=xradman;24256868]I hit 1,000 miles today driving my son to his school.:)

More impressive to me: your MPG average. Much higher than mine even though it's always in 'S' mode; pressure...
01-31-2012, 07:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 869
Posted By Yea Snow

Alas, no ejector seat

I may order one if my grandson's soccer games get any testier:

Audi is ready to enter the Armoured car market in India with its A8 l Security edition. The first vehicle will be delivered within...
01-31-2012, 06:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,210
Posted By Yea Snow

Forgot how nice the front/grill looks on the A8 -...

Forgot how nice the front/grill looks on the A8 - I live in a state where front plates are required - no getting around how it breaks up the front end architecturally. BTW, some custom floor mats in...
12-06-2011, 02:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 626
Posted By Yea Snow

Fear & Loathing on the electronic trail

Recently experiencing the Teutonic sense of humor re bizarre electronic happenings. Radio (sat) presets on touchpad spontaneously change to 1 channel for all 6 positions or lose memory altogether....
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