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Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
12-18-2018, 08:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,222
Posted By r1racer

This is hysterical...DC area idiots are the worst!

This is hysterical...DC area idiots are the worst!
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
12-16-2018, 03:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 30,500
Posted By r1racer

Replaced the serpentine belt today at 94k (3.0T)....

Replaced the serpentine belt today at 94k (3.0T). It was most definitely a pain in the arse and took a few hours. Of course, if I had to do it again it wouldn't take more than a half hour. Here was...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
10-21-2018, 06:42 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 151,521
Posted By r1racer

Typically you do the brake fluid flush as well so...

Typically you do the brake fluid flush as well so I don't bother.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
06-18-2018, 11:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,137
Posted By r1racer

get the CarMax warranty...worth its weigh in gold.

get the CarMax warranty...worth its weigh in gold.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
04-30-2018, 07:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,332
Posted By r1racer

Ceramic pads, paint the awful looking calipers,...

Ceramic pads, paint the awful looking calipers, sound system, wheels, tints, perf mods...etc
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
03-05-2018, 08:37 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,475
Posted By r1racer

MEH...front end is doesn't sit right with me....

MEH...front end is doesn't sit right with me. Less Audi and more of a Kia/Toyota feel.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
02-22-2018, 05:51 AM
Replies: 170
Views: 472,832
Posted By r1racer

I see. Didn't realize that parts cost more than...

I see. Didn't realize that parts cost more than three times the 3.0T models.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
02-21-2018, 12:18 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 472,832
Posted By r1racer

1700 in parts? Ouch.

1700 in parts? Ouch.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
02-21-2018, 12:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,982
Posted By r1racer

For the fronts you have to remove the pins and...

For the fronts you have to remove the pins and the carrier bolts if replacing both brakes and rotors. For the rears you only remove the pins...you will be able to remove the rotors without removing...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
02-21-2018, 08:36 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 46,404
Posted By r1racer

They told me the same thing at 50k miles and...

They told me the same thing at 50k miles and refused the service.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
02-21-2018, 08:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,160
Posted By r1racer

If you really plan on keeping the car for 6 years...

If you really plan on keeping the car for 6 years and up to 120k miles then there's a high probability that between 60-120k miles there will easily be repairs over $3400. Water pump, thermostat,...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
02-21-2018, 08:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,358
Posted By r1racer

When my motor mounts started going bad I knew...

When my motor mounts started going bad I knew something was wrong immediately. There was no gradual tell that they were slowly wearing out from what I remember. With this said I'm convinced the...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
01-30-2018, 07:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,511
Posted By r1racer

Exterior The best protection is probably to get...

Exterior
The best protection is probably to get your car ceramic coated and maintain with an SiO2 product. Clear Bra the front if you want to avoid chipping.

If you are going to maintain with a...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
01-12-2018, 12:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,510
Posted By r1racer

It's worth it if it's your daily and you don't...

It's worth it if it's your daily and you don't like to maintain your car. I use sio2 (McKee's hydro blue) after each wash and it's amazing how hydrophobic the paint is vs waxes/sealants. I use...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
12-05-2017, 06:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,713
Posted By r1racer

The C6 Bose was a lot better. It's one of the...

The C6 Bose was a lot better. It's one of the first things I noticed when I bought the C7. I added a JBL subwoofer in the trunk and it really improves the overall sound and feeling. Search for the...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
11-29-2017, 07:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,503
Posted By r1racer

Same happened to me at 30k miles. Talk to your...

Same happened to me at 30k miles. Talk to your local dealer and they may replace/repair free of charge...this is a known issue IMO. My dealer repaired mine for free and stated defect on the work...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
11-15-2017, 01:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,608
Posted By r1racer

I believe the fuel rail is the recall and nothing...

I believe the fuel rail is the recall and nothing to worry about...the engine removal/long block sounds like it had the engine block replaced??? What's the asking price and what year and model?
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
11-15-2017, 01:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 84,845
Posted By r1racer

Both mounts are toast and valve covers are...

Both mounts are toast and valve covers are leaking (which I saw when replacing the plugs at 75k). Pretty much the same old Audi story as far as leaking oil. Now I am wondering when the cam tensioner...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
11-15-2017, 01:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 17,160
Posted By r1racer

Both of mine have failed...I think it's safe to...

Both of mine have failed...I think it's safe to say that this problem will be seen by most everyone at some point.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
11-04-2017, 01:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 84,845
Posted By r1racer

Have an appointment scheduled Friday...will...

Have an appointment scheduled Friday...will update.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
11-03-2017, 11:33 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 17,160
Posted By r1racer

I have the same issue at 82k...will be going to...

I have the same issue at 82k...will be going to the dealer soon so I'll keep everyone posted.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
10-17-2017, 10:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 84,845
Posted By r1racer

Rough idle or a vibration at idle?

Rough idle or a vibration at idle?
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
10-17-2017, 06:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 84,845
Posted By r1racer

Vibration getting worse at idle

At 1100 rpms I'm getting a stronger and louder vibration somewhere near the front of the car. The ash tray vibrates horribly and so does the front license plate. I'm guessing a motor/trans mount or...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
07-26-2017, 06:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,477
Posted By r1racer

I would say it's very common around 75k miles and...

I would say it's very common around 75k miles and up...but then again your car is 6 years old.

Check the oil filter housing and the timing chain covers too.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
07-24-2017, 11:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 820
Posted By r1racer

+1 on the dr. color chip. It will probably take...

+1 on the dr. color chip. It will probably take 2-3 applications but should fill it in nicely. Won't be perfect but beats $500+ repair.
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