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01-29-2015, 05:37 PM
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Posted By Nialist

Outstanding Reply of the Day Award!!!!!

Outstanding Reply of the Day Award!!!!!
10-10-2014, 09:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,832
Posted By Nialist

I needed a laugh. Awesome counter-question....

I needed a laugh. Awesome counter-question. Advantage...Airbag. Disco Lou! We are simple cavemen. Your world frightens and confuses us. Sometimes when I'm talking on my cellular phone, I think "are...
09-29-2014, 07:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,473
Posted By Nialist

If you only swapped out the upper arms, the...

If you only swapped out the upper arms, the bottoms aren't far behind. Take a real close look at them with the car on jacks and "curb weighted". Meaning the shock is compressed enough to unseat your...
07-24-2014, 09:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,000
Posted By Nialist

+1 on your #2!

Whenever doing anything with hydraulic pressure involved, torque values can go to heck when we're talking bleeder bolts or o-ring involved connections. If an o-ring is involved then just tighten...
07-19-2014, 09:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,783
Posted By Nialist

Well put. As far as i can tell, Audi dealerships...

Well put. As far as i can tell, Audi dealerships will only address tranny issues and service these if you are warranty guy, or have codes stating you have issues developing. I also researched the...
07-05-2014, 10:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,971
Posted By Nialist

I had the same issue. I used SiliKroil as my...

I had the same issue. I used SiliKroil as my penetrant and beat the pickle fork until the damn thing popped off. May have used the torch a bit too, if memory serves. When reinstalling, make certain...
06-23-2014, 06:24 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 592
Posted By Nialist

WTB: A6 C5 2.7t auto transmission oil pan (lower)

Looking for lower oil pan for my 2.7l C5 A6. Automatic transmission lower oil pan took a beating from some debris in the road and can't find a replacement that is less than 100 bucks! Help!
06-19-2014, 08:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,111
Posted By Nialist

+1 As I had this as a problem shortly after last...

+1 As I had this as a problem shortly after last tb service. Sounded like a rhythmic ticking, or slapping-type of noise when idling with all engine covers on and hood shut. Turned out the tensioner...
06-18-2014, 08:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 746
Posted By Nialist

Roger. Thank you sir! I'll report any nightmares...

Roger. Thank you sir! I'll report any nightmares i find.
06-18-2014, 08:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 17,355
Posted By Nialist

Well Played, sir!

But Belgians don't read….
They go to the Delirium Cafe and drink beer. 2,000+ on tap!
06-16-2014, 04:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 746
Posted By Nialist

Bump!

[QUOTE=SloopJohnB@mac.com;24578078]shown by https://www.audiworld.com/forums/showthread.php?p=24577920
regarding the plugged sensor input screen…do you think an ATF fluid and filter change should...
06-14-2014, 08:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 68,051
Posted By Nialist

Bummer

Well, that's just what I wanted to see as I come out of a 2 month perfect streak. I am about to replace my transmission pan, and do the necessary filter/seals/service. Took a chunk of concrete in...
05-30-2014, 11:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,381
Posted By Nialist

Ifitsoundslikedialuphowdoyouknowyouarestillplugged intothemodem?

Those strange shapes next to your keys are there so you don't have to sound like you sprinted a marathon every time you type a frantic story. That was an exhausting read, bro. Seriously consider your...
05-09-2014, 09:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 40,348
Posted By Nialist

Yes. The N75 uses those to sense pressure...

Yes. The N75 uses those to sense pressure differentials, and unless you figure a good, and i mean really F#%^in good way of doing that, you will not be allowed to break 4-5psi boost or whatever it is...
04-20-2014, 10:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,797
Posted By Nialist

Work? On Easter? Don't tell me you work for one...

Work? On Easter? Don't tell me you work for one of them godless, jesus-hating Canadians…… Today is Zombie Jesus day. Where we all should be locked up with the family. Eating swine and arming...
04-20-2014, 07:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,797
Posted By Nialist

I'm with sloop on the backing plate/ shroud on...

I'm with sloop on the backing plate/ shroud on inboard brake rotor area. That thing is easily tweaked into a bad position by debris getting caught in there. As a precaution, i would also do as sloop...
04-14-2014, 02:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 446
Posted By Nialist

Nice. Welcome back! How many years did you go...

Nice. Welcome back! How many years did you go Audi-free? What brought you back? Always good to have experienced members on here, and get some perspectives from different models of cars as well. Like...
04-06-2014, 07:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,655
Posted By Nialist

That hose could be coming from one of the turbos....

That hose could be coming from one of the turbos. Then going to the N75 (wastegate control solenoid) Valve. Without that pressure reading, your N75 valve will not allow you to boost properly because...
04-03-2014, 01:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,986
Posted By Nialist

Well said. I think we all have let minor problems...

Well said. I think we all have let minor problems snowball into avalanches with vehicles once or twice. The trick is to be the calm one in the storm. Not get reactive and jump to drastic conclusions,...
03-29-2014, 11:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,669
Posted By Nialist

I see what you are saying. Could you post a pic...

I see what you are saying. Could you post a pic with the wheel off? Maybe some pics of the control arms, and their attachment bolts? Something isn't put together properly or there is an discrepancy...
03-26-2014, 10:45 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,669
Posted By Nialist

Mavis? Isn't that a rental center? Your picture...

Mavis? Isn't that a rental center? Your picture does little to describe your problem. Unless you are going for the 4 x 4 look, and wondering how to get rid of some of that gap.

You should read...
03-16-2014, 09:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 863
Posted By Nialist

Good luck my friend. Makes my parts issues seem...

Good luck my friend. Makes my parts issues seem very petty. Keep your post going. Curious to see if it works out.
03-12-2014, 11:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 742
Posted By Nialist

Yes that would have been the idea to solve the...

Yes that would have been the idea to solve the problem before it was even encountered. But if i jacked the rear end any higher, the subframe results in such an angle that the jackstands are little...
03-12-2014, 11:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 743
Posted By Nialist

You have to get an iPod integration kit or...

You have to get an iPod integration kit or something similar if you want to have an auxiliary input for audio devices. I know what face you're making right now, as i made the same one when i was told...
03-09-2014, 07:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,539
Posted By Nialist

Awesome. These are the questions we all have...

Awesome. These are the questions we all have secretly asked ourselves, but there is logic to the madness brother. There is a few DIY threads on here that go through servicing and it's particular...
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