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Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
06-27-2015, 04:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,828
Posted By GRMick

In the winter here in West Michigan (80+ inches...

In the winter here in West Michigan (80+ inches of snow per year), I use Nokian Hakka R2's mounted on Hartmann wheels...Superb traction in ice and snow. Highly recommended.
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
06-15-2015, 05:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 12,203
Posted By GRMick

Cast…but it's not a direct statement from Audi on...

Cast…but it's not a direct statement from Audi on the 3.0 TFSI/CCBA engine.

Here's my logic…


1) As noted in the Audi self-study program doc, the 3.0 TFSI is a development from the earlier...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
06-10-2015, 02:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,829
Posted By GRMick

+1

+1
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
04-27-2015, 10:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,296
Posted By GRMick

Pennzoil Platinum Euro 5W-40

Pennzoil Platinum Euro 5W-40
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
02-15-2015, 07:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,241
Posted By GRMick

Same thing happens with my S4. High wind...

Same thing happens with my S4. High wind conditions will push the car around a bit and require steering corrections. It's not horrible or dangerous…just very noticeable.

I'm guessing it has...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
02-08-2015, 12:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 14,144
Posted By GRMick

I wait for the car to come down off of fast idle,...

I wait for the car to come down off of fast idle, and then begin driving. This can be almost immediately in warmer weather or up to 30-45 seconds in below 0F outside temps.

As noted, I keep the...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-27-2015, 11:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,929
Posted By GRMick

+1 My seat heaters are GREAT with the Nappa...

+1 My seat heaters are GREAT with the Nappa seats. During below zero (F) temperatures a few weeks ago, the car was left parked outside while I was out. After returning 4 or 5 hours later, the...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-10-2015, 08:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,469
Posted By GRMick

Very nice video. Well done sir. Looks like...

Very nice video. Well done sir.

Looks like the Brembo's and tires are really doing their job.
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-23-2014, 03:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,127
Posted By GRMick

I "think" I hear it. A very faint...

I "think" I hear it.

A very faint "screech" at the very end of the audio? If this is the sound..I'm guessing it is the supercharger belt slipping a little when the throttle is backed off...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-23-2014, 09:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,567
Posted By GRMick

A few other thoughts and additional information… ...

A few other thoughts and additional information…

Unlike front airbags which are mandated, new cars are not required to have any side airbags. The government doesn't have any specific...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-17-2014, 07:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,786
Posted By GRMick

+1 Very noticeable difference in ride/handling...

+1 Very noticeable difference in ride/handling with the adaptive suspension settings…very much use and enjoy being able to change the setup.
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-17-2014, 03:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,567
Posted By GRMick

My S4 was ordered with the optional rear side...

My S4 was ordered with the optional rear side airbags.

My understanding is that these airbags increase the risk of injury for children or adults who are leaning/sleeping on the airbag panels, or...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-17-2014, 08:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 32,595
Posted By GRMick

Went with 255/35R19's Nokian Hakka 2's on...

Went with 255/35R19's Nokian Hakka 2's on Hartmann HTT-256-GA:M wheels. Wheels are 8 1/2" wide with 38mm offset, 5 x 112mm bolt pattern and correct for Audi 66.56 mm center bore (no centering rings...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-04-2014, 02:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,406
Posted By GRMick

Great looking vehicle. Enjoy!

Great looking vehicle. Enjoy!
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
09-19-2014, 06:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,344
Posted By GRMick

+1 As noted, the OEM shifter has sort of a...

+1

As noted, the OEM shifter has sort of a plastic ball in a socket. It didn't appear to me to have a good place to keep in any lubricant. The Eurocode shifter is all metal and very heavy duty. ...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
08-17-2014, 09:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,296
Posted By GRMick

Hartmann Wheels have been great. I use a...

Hartmann Wheels have been great.

I use a dedicated set of 19" HTT-256-GA:M wheels with my winter tires. They arrived in perfect condition and I was impressed with the finish quality. Balance...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
07-23-2014, 04:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 18,058
Posted By GRMick

+1

+1
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
04-02-2014, 07:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 14,518
Posted By GRMick

Yes. The sport differential is a defining...

Yes. The sport differential is a defining feature of the S4, IMO.

It is very noticeable in even moderate driving. The fact you chipped your A4 and improved the suspension indicates to me you...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
02-08-2014, 04:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,276
Posted By GRMick

+1 Enjoy your A5

+1 Enjoy your A5
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
02-06-2014, 10:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 763
Posted By GRMick

In my limited experience, catalytic converters...

In my limited experience, catalytic converters only go bad for two reasons….contamination of the catalysts from non-compatible elements (lead, sulfur, etc) or, running too rich which causes carbon to...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
02-05-2014, 10:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 763
Posted By GRMick

I have seen it out of old gas tanks. Water gets...

I have seen it out of old gas tanks. Water gets in the tank, rusts the steel, and the color transfers to the gasoline. I would think this could occur in the station tanks as well. Old...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-23-2014, 08:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,129
Posted By GRMick

Now I have to go to the Costco gas pumps and...

Now I have to go to the Costco gas pumps and watch. I only see it about once per year. Last "sighting" was about 4 months ago at the Shell station I go to regularly.

Always highly amusing to...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-18-2014, 08:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,276
Posted By GRMick

I hit the free CarFax link on the Autotrader...

I hit the free CarFax link on the Autotrader site. ...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-18-2014, 07:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,276
Posted By GRMick

For about the same money, I would, without...

For about the same money, I would, without hesitation, go with the Sprint Blue one. The other one appears to be a two owner car, has higher mileage and, per the CarFax reports, has been involved in...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-18-2014, 09:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,548
Posted By GRMick

LMAO. That's really a B9 RS4 with the rare,...

LMAO. That's really a B9 RS4 with the rare, Germany only "Toyota Stealth Optic Package". Nothing says to law enforcement that "there's nothing to see here officer" more than a white Camry tooling...
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