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Forum: S4 (B9 Platform) Discussion
01-08-2017, 09:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,189
Posted By MingsS4

Article and Video about the design of the new S4 motor

AudiBoost - Diagrams and technical details/specifications of Audi's new 3.0 TFSI twin scroll top mount turbo V6 going into the 2017 B9 Audi S4 and S5...
Forum: A4 (B9 Platform) Discussion
12-28-2016, 07:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,881
Posted By MingsS4

EA888 Engine Factory

Cool video of the EA888 engine factory I found while searching for information on the EA888 engine found in the B9A4.
The factory is clean and quiet, especially for a 25 year old factory.
...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
02-04-2011, 08:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,814
Posted By MingsS4

Anyone here replace the cam tensioner pad/shoe?

My Cam Tensioner pad/shoe snapped when I was removing my cams.
Would like to replace just the pad if I could. (Cam Tensioners are $$$)
Has anyone here just replaced the pads? Are they reliable?
...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-10-2009, 09:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 657
Posted By MingsS4

Sounds like your Aux Coolant Pump or hoses, which...

Sounds like your Aux Coolant Pump or hoses, which run under your intake manifold. If they leak, the coolant could drain behind your engine.
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-08-2009, 06:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,579
Posted By MingsS4

Recommended coolant and flush procedure?

Since I'm replacing my Aux Coolant Pump, I figure it's a great time to flush the cooling system and replace with the latest/greatest coolant.

Are there any chemicals/additives recommended to flush...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-06-2009, 09:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,146
Posted By MingsS4

Yes, it is cloth covered, and only about an inch...

Yes, it is cloth covered, and only about an inch long. It disintegrated when I removed it, so I'll be replacing it. In fact, there were a couple of small hoses that were falling apart that I'll need...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-06-2009, 03:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,146
Posted By MingsS4

Update: Replacing Aux Coolant Pump

Finally got the intake manifold off my 2000 S4 Tip. Had to remove the Secondary Air Injection Pump, and a tiny barely accessible vacuum hose in the back of the manifold.

The Aux Coolant pump...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-06-2009, 03:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 718
Posted By MingsS4

Easy. Disconnect the small vacuum hose and blow...

Easy. Disconnect the small vacuum hose and blow in it. If you can't, then your diaphragm is not torn/leaking.
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-03-2009, 10:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 681
Posted By MingsS4

In the process of replacing my Aux Coolant Pump and have a couple of questions...

I'm replacing my ACP using the excellent guide by BaysideRS4 (https://forums.audiworld.com/s4/msgs/1585786.phtml)

1) Does my Secondary Air Injection pump need to be removed in order to remove the...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-01-2009, 08:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,990
Posted By MingsS4

Where did you finally get the pump, and how much...

Where did you finally get the pump, and how much was it?

My buddy says he can get me a bosch unit for < $50 (employee discount)
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
10-30-2009, 10:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,990
Posted By MingsS4

Is this a common problem?

It happened to me yesterday. Had to have my car towed home. :(

Any other maintainance I should perform while I'm in there replacing the aux pump?


Found some info here:...
Forum: NorCal Discussion
05-26-2009, 06:46 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 737
Posted By MingsS4

Any ex-KKSF (103.7) listeners?

I've been a loyal KKSF listener for years. Just recently they abruptly switched from "smooth jazz" to 70's rock. *barf*

Have you ex listeners found a similar (smooth jazz) station in the Bay Area?
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
02-09-2009, 10:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 648
Posted By MingsS4

did your online blank look like the picture in my...

did your online blank look like the picture in my post?
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
02-09-2009, 09:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 648
Posted By MingsS4

Anyone know the part number for this?

<center><img src="http://i21.ebayimg.com/03/i/000/b5/1b/1764_1.JPG"></center><p>For my 2000 S4.
Dealer wants $60!
Need p/n to search online.
TIA
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
02-09-2009, 09:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 323
Posted By MingsS4

Only difference is S/W

At least that is the case with GIAC chips. When I went to demo a GIAC chip, the shop installed an A box, but flashed with Tiptronic SW. Worked fine.

Call APR and ask them if you can flash...
Forum: 2.0T FSI Discussion
02-02-2009, 11:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,805
Posted By MingsS4

Does this mean we need two "2.0T FSI"...

Does this mean we need two "2.0T FSI" forums?
Forum: NorCal Discussion
12-17-2008, 03:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,576
Posted By MingsS4

by a group of teenagers who were later apprehended by a security guard at a neighboring BMW dealer

<center><img src="http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/jalopnik/2008/12/Audi_R8_02.jpg"></center><p><ul><li><a...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
12-17-2008, 03:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 340
Posted By MingsS4

remove/clean the battery terminals and try again

remove/clean the battery terminals and try again
Forum: 2.0T FSI Discussion
12-17-2008, 03:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 20,405
Posted By MingsS4

gotta remember this one

gotta remember this one
Forum: A4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
12-10-2008, 10:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 439
Posted By MingsS4

find a new dealer

find a new dealer
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-28-2008, 06:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 459
Posted By MingsS4

metal swaybar links are thinner, so don't have the clearance problems the stock (plastic) links do..

After installing my ND rear swaybar, I noticed my stock swaybar links had some wear from contact with the rear half-shafts. Probably a result of running an aftermarket swaybar and suspension (H&amp;R...
Forum: A4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
11-27-2008, 11:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 425
Posted By MingsS4

Is this all there is to a B7 front bumper?

<center><img src="http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c207/acidrome/aftercooler4.jpg"></center><p>
Or am I missing something?
Forum: A4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
11-26-2008, 07:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 391
Posted By MingsS4

Check the requirements to be "CPO".

Check the requirements to be "CPO".
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