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Forum: Miscellaneous - Archive
03-18-2016, 08:49 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 600
Posted By Kkirkg

WeatherTech Fronts Mats 2011 A8

For Sale WeatherTech front mats. WT part number 444201

Used one season.
New $149.00
Sell $65.00 including US shipping.
Will ship in manufacturer's original carton.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
03-17-2015, 11:10 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 23,311
Posted By Kkirkg

2011 A8 - Been There and Done That

I had the suspensions bushings replaced under warranty. I still had the same problem. I gave it a few weeks and took it back and they replaced the control arms. Still the same problem.

I came up...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
03-17-2015, 11:04 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 506
Posted By Kkirkg

DVD Cleaning Disks - Success Story

2011 A8 with Single Disk player

All my Cds were skipping on smooth road surfaces. I tried cleaning the disks, but that was not the problem.

I thought I'd try your standard high quality home...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
01-08-2015, 06:43 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 13,954
Posted By Kkirkg

A very thoughtful comparison. It will be...

A very thoughtful comparison. It will be interesting to observe how well Teslas age as they accumulate higher mileage.(Which will probably be at a slower rate due to their limited rage). The thought...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-27-2014, 08:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,470
Posted By Kkirkg

Audi earmarks $29 billion through 2019 to chase BMW's luxury crown

From the online edition of Automotive New:

Audi earmarks $29 billion through 2019 to chase BMW's luxury crown...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-26-2014, 01:42 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 70,206
Posted By Kkirkg

Just Had My Front Suspension Bushing Replaced

I have 45K on my 2011 CPO with the dreaded 20" wheels. About two months ago it started making a god-awful noise in front end. I had my dealer check it out, using the 'ears', and they concluded that...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-21-2014, 10:14 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,079
Posted By Kkirkg

I'll have to pull my service folder and count...

I'll have to pull my service folder and count them up. Some where purely scheduled maintenance, other were problem related, and a few were mixed problem and maintenance.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-18-2014, 07:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,272
Posted By Kkirkg

Thumbs up Thanks for the Great Info

I sent a firm-but-polite email to the service manager with all the necessary facts and version numbers you guys provided to research the MMI issue.

After a bit of thought, I decided not to call...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-18-2014, 06:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,272
Posted By Kkirkg

Still Shows Old MMI Version . . .

I just had my car returned and the RO states MMI was updated. My version number is still "HN+_US_AU_P0110".

The journal entry on the RO for this job also lists a part number '4H1-819-354-B'....
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-17-2014, 06:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,751
Posted By Kkirkg

Yeah . . .just ordered myself another Christmas...

Yeah . . .just ordered myself another Christmas present too! I don't think this one will go under the tree . . . maybe in my trunk.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-15-2014, 12:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,079
Posted By Kkirkg

Dealer Loaners for A8 Customers

I came across several posts on various threads about dealer service loaners. Thought I would try to start a dedicated thread for that topic.

First point . . . I keep asking for an R8 but that...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
12-12-2014, 06:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 884
Posted By Kkirkg

Posted Thread on Wrong Board

My apologies to all for the confusion. I should have posted this in the D4 forum. Is there any way to transfer this thread to the D4 forum?
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
12-12-2014, 06:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 884
Posted By Kkirkg

I have an in-dash player. I use the space for...

I have an in-dash player.
I use the space for the multi-disc player to store my owner's manual. It fits quite nicely too. :-)
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
12-11-2014, 04:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 884
Posted By Kkirkg

Yes I did. I hear the same from my wife...

Yes I did. I hear the same from my wife frequently too. :-)
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
12-11-2014, 03:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 25,910
Posted By Kkirkg

Did you get a battery warning indicator? I had...

Did you get a battery warning indicator? I had the warning shortly after delivery and it required a new battery. And the salesman said "Oh yeah, I noticed that too." What an idiot and needless to say...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
12-11-2014, 03:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 884
Posted By Kkirkg

DVD Player Skipping

My CDs are skipping. This happens on a smooth road with brand new and used CDs. The same CDs do not skip on any home devices.

I ass_u_me that the DVD player needs to be cleaned. Anyone have this...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-11-2014, 08:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,272
Posted By Kkirkg

I've just taken mine in for service this morning....

I've just taken mine in for service this morning. My version was 110. I suggested that my issues may be solved if the MMI were updated to 751. She was a new SA just back from training . . . so it...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-11-2014, 07:38 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,702
Posted By Kkirkg

Side Assist

As far as getting to trust the side assist, I come to rely on it. It is the greatest thing since sliced bread.

Perhaps there is a danger of over reliance on the technology because when I drive my...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-10-2014, 07:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 17,325
Posted By Kkirkg

I agree that it would be a useful feature in the...

I agree that it would be a useful feature in the US even if it were an optional part of the CW package.

This reminds me of a bit of Audi trivia . . . Back in 1984 when Audi came out with the new...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-10-2014, 07:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 17,325
Posted By Kkirkg

Ditto on the heated steering wheel. Even in Texas...

Ditto on the heated steering wheel. Even in Texas it is a joy to have.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-09-2014, 07:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,574
Posted By Kkirkg

Do it . . . I have it and I could not imagine...

Do it . . . I have it and I could not imagine having to pay out-of-pocket for the repairs. The car is still under Audi's coverage and I would have had to spend over 10K for the repairs to date.

I...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-09-2014, 07:16 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,702
Posted By Kkirkg

I has been my experience that there is always a...

I has been my experience that there is always a bit a nostalgia for the familiar. I rented an X5, with no driver's manual of course, and I cursing BMW for its stupid non-intuitive design. Had I...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
11-19-2014, 06:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,543
Posted By Kkirkg

Driver Side Mat Heel Guard

This relates to Audi as well as most other manufacturers. WHY do they not put a heel guard on the d/s floor mat. I'm starting to wear through my factory mat already. This is not the my first car that...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
11-19-2014, 02:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,817
Posted By Kkirkg

Congratulation

derfA8L,

It is beautiful. You have the patience of a saint (not sure which one though!).

After all my time in the business, you can become jaded because it's just another car to be delivered...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
11-18-2014, 07:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,763
Posted By Kkirkg

Amen . . .

I was raised with oil in my blood (and gas fumes in my brain). My family owned a domestic and then an imported franchise from 1925 to 1980.

I agree. You can bend over backwards and do your...
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