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03-26-2019, 07:45 PM
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Posted By Maverick61

Thanks. yea I found this thread from another...

Thanks.

yea I found this thread from another site with several mentioning the loss of fuel economy and/or power
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03-26-2019, 12:44 PM
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Posted By Maverick61

Service Campaign 24C0

Does anyone have any info on the ECM Software Update - Service Campaign 24C0 released in 2016

Audi says "On Audi vehicles with 3.0L TFSI engine manufactured within a specific period, the...
05-18-2017, 05:40 AM
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Posted By Maverick61

Can't recall the exact mileage but it was in the...

Can't recall the exact mileage but it was in the 40 to 45K range where I had to change brake pads.

One benefit - I switched to the Akebono ceramic pads and love that there is virtually no brake...
05-17-2017, 03:55 PM
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Views: 38,156
Posted By Maverick61

they are not set up to do the crushed walnut...

they are not set up to do the crushed walnut shell process. That said, they did not think there was an issue with the valves that needed addressed
05-15-2017, 11:06 AM
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Posted By Maverick61

So just got the call from my dealer. Car in for...

So just got the call from my dealer. Car in for 55K service and had a MIL light on. It is indeed the carbon build-up on the Secondary Air Ports. So thankfully should be covered under the SAP 10...
05-12-2017, 06:26 AM
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Posted By Maverick61

Anyone have any updates on this Going in for...

Anyone have any updates on this

Going in for my 55k service in a few days. And my MIL light has been coming on. I thought it may be the gas cap since it was intermittent but it could be this
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04-18-2017, 06:28 PM
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Posted By Maverick61

Thanks - my email came from a different lawfirm ...

Thanks - my email came from a different lawfirm

Audi CO2 Scandal | A6 A8 Q5 Q7 S4 S5 S6 S7 (http://www.audico2scandal.com/)

Not sure how they would have gotten my email address and know I am an...
04-18-2017, 01:38 PM
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Views: 8,936
Posted By Maverick61

Have not really been paying much attention to...

Have not really been paying much attention to this at all - bit I received an email today that said in part:

I am writing to let you know that our law firm is representing owners of Audi gasoline...
08-03-2016, 08:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,796
Posted By Maverick61

Akebono ceramic pads - virtually no brake dusting...

Akebono ceramic pads - virtually no brake dusting and I have not noticed any decline in brake bite, You do need to bed them properly. I followed the advice of an indy mechanic I use who does work...
06-14-2016, 10:58 AM
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Views: 14,747
Posted By Maverick61

My response with the link was to Inyoury - who...

My response with the link was to Inyoury - who happens to live in the same area that I do. That is the main reason I posted the shop's link
06-03-2016, 11:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,585
Posted By Maverick61

Yea - Cocomats are great products. I have the...

Yea - Cocomats are great products. I have the Coco ones myself - super durable and a great way to add a nice touch of color
05-24-2016, 05:04 AM
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Views: 20,737
Posted By Maverick61

Indeed - I had mine replaced under warranty. But...

Indeed - I had mine replaced under warranty. But before I did, I had to pull out the Owners Manual and figure out how to open the flap manually. It is doable - but a bit of a pain in the rear to...
05-10-2016, 01:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 39,519
Posted By Maverick61

1. Not insane at all. 2. I had an audio shop do...

1. Not insane at all.
2. I had an audio shop do mine although if you search here some folks have done it on their own
3. Find a good shop with experience with high end cars that you can trust - my...
05-10-2016, 06:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 902
Posted By Maverick61

Way too many sellers - that is a good thing :) ...

Way too many sellers - that is a good thing :)

Prices all over the place - no big deal, find the lowest price for your size in the style you want there

They are likely all made in China anyway....
05-09-2016, 01:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 902
Posted By Maverick61

ebay. audi wheel caps | eBay...

ebay.

audi wheel caps | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=audi%20wheel%20caps&ssPageName=GSTL)

As to size, I asked the wheel manufacturer
05-05-2016, 08:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,686
Posted By Maverick61

I have no problem with however people want to...

I have no problem with however people want to spend their money. But we should not assume they want to spend their money like each of our own personal preferences. Nor should we assume everyone's...
05-05-2016, 01:37 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 56,187
Posted By Maverick61

You have leeway with the offset - and Direct Tire...

You have leeway with the offset - and Direct Tire reps are good. I don't suspect you will have issues. The biggest difference is your wheels will be 1" wider than mine - hence the greater offset -...
05-05-2016, 12:19 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 56,187
Posted By Maverick61

Yes - they were specific to my car and wheel...

Yes - they were specific to my car and wheel brand - details in my signature.
That said, I suspect 19 x 8.5 may be the better choice for you - but verify the offset and don't be afraid to reach out...
05-05-2016, 11:21 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 56,187
Posted By Maverick61

19x8.5 I emailed the manufacturer before...

19x8.5

I emailed the manufacturer before buying to confirm best fit - here were the 3 answers

1. The 19x8.5" M310 in 5x112 with an offset of ET35 will work on your A6 with no issues.

2. It...
05-05-2016, 11:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,686
Posted By Maverick61

I agree - people can share what they want. I...

I agree - people can share what they want. I want to educate people on the difference between listening to one or two people vs obtaining the input of 1000's of surveys and professional test...
05-05-2016, 11:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,686
Posted By Maverick61

Glad your definition of "not much more coin" is...

Glad your definition of "not much more coin" is nearly double or more the cost

Consumer Survey Results By Category...
05-05-2016, 10:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,686
Posted By Maverick61

Indeed - but the forum here should even be taken...

Indeed - but the forum here should even be taken with a bigger grain of salt when people who have never bought / driven on a tire comment on it or dismiss it out of hand - which was my main point. ...
05-05-2016, 05:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,686
Posted By Maverick61

Ignore the individual tire recommendations you...

Ignore the individual tire recommendations you find on this forum. Go to Tirerack as you have, check and compare the reviews and ratings there and make your decision.

Why do I say this.

1....
05-05-2016, 05:39 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 56,187
Posted By Maverick61

A whole lot of this is personal preference in...

A whole lot of this is personal preference in terms of styling, look, etc. I ended up going with 19" Avant Garde wheels and love them. Well made, reasonably priced. But lots of good choices out...
04-28-2016, 11:56 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,739
Posted By Maverick61

Absolutely nothing wrong with Pirelli tires - IF...

Absolutely nothing wrong with Pirelli tires - IF you get the right one. I have had a set or two in the past that wore much too quickly. But the Pirelli Cinturato P7 + All Season is a great tire
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