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Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
04-11-2018, 02:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 894
Posted By markinarch

Time to Move On

After owning my A4 for nearly 8 years, it is time to move on. I have been extremely lucky with my car with no accidents and also no major maintenance costs - just tires, oil, and that PCV valve a...
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-15-2015, 04:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,369
Posted By markinarch

Timing chain & tensioner change at Oil part 2 fix?

Hey guys,

I have had my a4 in the shop for 3 months waiting for part 2 of oil consumption test to be started. They called today and said they have started the pistons replacement but noticed my...
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
09-03-2014, 09:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,339
Posted By markinarch

So that's why we got those letters.....

So that's why we got those letters.....
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
07-07-2014, 01:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 65,099
Posted By markinarch

It is good to second owners as well. just as long...

It is good to second owners as well. just as long as it is within the 7 years or 70000
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
07-07-2014, 11:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,400
Posted By markinarch

driving to work my low tire pressure flashed on...

driving to work my low tire pressure flashed on my dashboard even though I just filled them a couple days ago! I'm taking the car to Discount Tire, where I bought the tires, to see what the heck is...
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
07-02-2014, 05:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,400
Posted By markinarch

Thanks for the tips. I usually am pretty good at...

Thanks for the tips. I usually am pretty good at checking my pressure but only have like a $7 electronic guage... I'm thinking it is a suspension component that is at fault.
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
07-02-2014, 10:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,400
Posted By markinarch

Tires Cupping after 10,000 miles Conti DW

I noticed a few months back that my steering wheel had some vibration and I started to get a hum from what sounded like the front tires or possibly just the right side tires. I had the tires rotated...
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
03-27-2014, 02:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,177
Posted By markinarch

No first aid kit or triangle are included. ...

No first aid kit or triangle are included.
The iPod cable should be included in the glove box compartment in the upper left.
The only tools I remember seeing is the emergency jack, that is where...
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
03-17-2014, 10:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 17,985
Posted By markinarch

Looks awesome!! Good choice!

Looks awesome!! Good choice!
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-20-2014, 08:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,748
Posted By markinarch

@Sundowner: Good thing you are on lease. I had...

@Sundowner: Good thing you are on lease. I had 3/4 of a tank when got my car back and just filled up yesterday and averaged 1mpg less than I usually do. I will continue to check it now that you...
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-17-2014, 10:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,748
Posted By markinarch

What do you mean the car hasn't been the same? ...

What do you mean the car hasn't been the same?

I have been driving mine for a week and it feels normal. I have gone WOT a few times and everything feels the same.

Do you think going into...
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-15-2014, 06:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,723
Posted By markinarch

Are they automatics? The 2011 will have the 8...

Are they automatics? The 2011 will have the 8 speed as opposed to the 09's 6 speed. Assuming they are both the same trim level, the 2011 should have a couple more goodies standard (a compass in the...
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-15-2014, 06:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,748
Posted By markinarch

No it's not a recall, its more of a declaration...

No it's not a recall, its more of a declaration by the manufacturer saying there was a bad batch of products from this time to that time so if anyone comes in for service, change out their coils.
...
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-14-2014, 05:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,748
Posted By markinarch

Coilpack TSB for 2011's and other stuff

Don't know if this has been posted yet but there is a recent TSB out for coilpacks for some 2011 manufacture dates. I took my car in for a long list of things and found out my coilpacks were covered...
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-05-2013, 02:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,241
Posted By markinarch

You're an admin... I'm sure you could...

You're an admin... I'm sure you could accidentally, um, misplace it..... :)
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-02-2013, 09:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,852
Posted By markinarch

Just checked my doors- you are missing the piece...

Just checked my doors- you are missing the piece as both of mine look like your drivers door.
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
11-04-2013, 01:23 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 59,303
Posted By markinarch

Finally replaced my stock wipers @ 39,000 miles. ...

Finally replaced my stock wipers @ 39,000 miles. I went with Bosch from Rock Auto and they are working great so far! No streaking and a clean wipe. I won't be able to comment on winter performance...
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
11-04-2013, 12:43 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 85,338
Posted By markinarch

I hear ya. Best of luck!

I hear ya. Best of luck!
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
11-04-2013, 11:29 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 85,338
Posted By markinarch

Sad to see you are selling it as your avant is my...

Sad to see you are selling it as your avant is my favorite out of all I have seen on the forums. What are you looking at getting next?
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
11-04-2013, 11:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,032
Posted By markinarch

I know the quality of the plastic OE lower links...

I know the quality of the plastic OE lower links have been discussed before and some have bought the replacements you are showing. I can't comment on them bc I don't have them- surely have to be...
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-23-2013, 05:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,363
Posted By markinarch

I don't remember the exact number but one of the...

I don't remember the exact number but one of the major car magazines (I believe it was Top Gear) showed the top speed for the 2.0T without the limiter is somewhere in the 150's.
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
09-03-2013, 09:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,290
Posted By markinarch

I place the stand right next to the jack by the...

I place the stand right next to the jack by the indicated mark. They have to give you some play in order to place stands. I haven't had an issue. Just make sure the frame is under there. Did the...
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
08-29-2013, 06:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,896
Posted By markinarch

did you have the sport or non sport suspension?...

did you have the sport or non sport suspension? if it is the non-sport you probably need to change your shocks to accommodate the lower ride height.
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
08-26-2013, 10:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,141
Posted By markinarch

no sorry, this probably is not covered under...

no sorry, this probably is not covered under warranty as this is just a plastic piece. normal wear and tear...

As said before, it looks like someone put their knee down on that piece, cracking it.
Forum: A4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
08-07-2013, 07:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,479
Posted By markinarch

No kidding, I am replacing my P6's this week. I...

No kidding, I am replacing my P6's this week. I ordered Continental Extreme Contact DW and can't wait to get them installed Friday!!
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