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Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-21-2009, 11:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,965
Posted By greatwhiteshark

I think they're both great cars. If you like...

I think they're both great cars. If you like new-tech, then get the S4. The sport diff and next-gen MMI interface are pretty cool. The S4 will likely to be a better DD if your commute includes a...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-13-2009, 01:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,261
Posted By greatwhiteshark

Yeah, and also note that 60mph indicated is...

Yeah, and also note that 60mph indicated is actually 57. GPS locked 60 is actually about 63mph indicated.
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-13-2009, 09:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,468
Posted By greatwhiteshark

Appears they're complaining that it's not a fair...

Appears they're complaining that it's not a fair comparison since the 3'er tested wasn't an xi. But you can't get the sport package with the xi, so the handling, skidpad and braking tests would have...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-06-2009, 09:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,508
Posted By greatwhiteshark

I think a big part missing here is tire grip -...

I think a big part missing here is tire grip - and how much tread is actually left on the tires during this test. I would wager the A4 was brand new and the S4 was a bit flogged, especially since...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-06-2009, 09:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,508
Posted By greatwhiteshark

http://www.insideline.com/audi/s4/2010/2010-audi-s...

http://www.insideline.com/audi/s4/2010/2010-audi-s4-full-test-and-video.html

Same article, better packaging.
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
07-13-2009, 09:15 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,570
Posted By greatwhiteshark

Since Audi stepped up and replaced everyone's...

Since Audi stepped up and replaced everyone's leaking DRC, I haven't heard of a single one leaking again. *knock on wood* So that's likely one major annoyance down, leaving the carbon/DI-related...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
05-11-2009, 06:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,621
Posted By greatwhiteshark

Are you talking about the higher pitched...

Are you talking about the higher pitched mechanical noise around 1500-2500rpm in the RS4? Personally I love that sound and thought it was more attributable to the timing chain. For my ears it's a...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
05-06-2009, 12:17 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 55,610
Posted By greatwhiteshark

I found this while digging through the bowels of...

I found this while digging through the bowels of the site.

http://blogs.edmunds.com/greencaradvisor/2009/03/direct-injected-gas-engines-more-susceptible-to-efficiency-robbing-carbon-buildup.html
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
05-05-2009, 11:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,779
Posted By greatwhiteshark

I don't work for Audi. I've simply restated what...

I don't work for Audi. I've simply restated what has been told to us ad infinitum in the past regarding the reasons the vehicle was not sold in the US. Other factors such as, oh, I dunno, the...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
05-04-2009, 08:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,779
Posted By greatwhiteshark

According to the documentation here at work in...

According to the documentation here at work in our order guides, it's based on firewall and volumetric cargo differences - the sedan fits the bill and the wagon doesn't. Perhaps it's related to the...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
05-04-2009, 08:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,856
Posted By greatwhiteshark

I'll throw in my two cents here, since I know a...

I'll throw in my two cents here, since I know a few members the production crew and have been down to Downey Studios to see the 'hoff' taping.

Unless the cinematography (as mentioned above) is...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
04-29-2009, 10:00 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 21,466
Posted By greatwhiteshark

I'll let Tino chime in here since he still has...

I'll let Tino chime in here since he still has both.

Stock for stock, I prefer the driving dynamics of the RS4, but the driver's position and interior ergonomics of the M5 were better for me,...
Forum: SoCal Discussion
04-29-2009, 08:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,546
Posted By greatwhiteshark

I bring mine to Santa Monica - they are great and...

I bring mine to Santa Monica - they are great and the service team is the best. No loaners though, but that doesn't bug me too much.
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
04-29-2009, 08:17 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 55,610
Posted By greatwhiteshark

You guys are lucky. We only get 91 in CA. Well,...

You guys are lucky. We only get 91 in CA. Well, until I found this little gem (@Pico and Barrington in WestLA) A few gallons of this stuff should keep the tank at 93-94. Pretty soon they're gonna...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
04-29-2009, 08:12 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 21,466
Posted By greatwhiteshark

I've had both an E39 and an E60. I miss the E39...

I've had both an E39 and an E60. I miss the E39 (but know it's in good hands) and the E60 could be at the bottom of the ocean for all I care about.
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
04-29-2009, 08:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,779
Posted By greatwhiteshark

Unfortunately, the Avant will not come to the US...

Unfortunately, the Avant will not come to the US if the battery is located underneath the rear floor, which all signs point to. The DOT won't allow passenger cars to be sold in the US if their...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
04-27-2009, 10:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,605
Posted By greatwhiteshark

Looks much better on the bottom, but still...

Looks much better on the bottom, but still something just isn't right about them on the car (RS 4). I think it's the uptick in the B7 headlights near the turn signals - if they were straight like...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
04-27-2009, 06:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,605
Posted By greatwhiteshark

I'm going to have to just say no to this mod. ...

I'm going to have to just say no to this mod. Even the new A4 headlights don't look that great with the LEDs since they're not a straight line. They end up looking cluttered and (projecting opinion...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
04-27-2009, 09:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 688
Posted By greatwhiteshark

Looks great - congrats. I just looked at the...

Looks great - congrats. I just looked at the post where you showed pics of your S4 hitting the Jeep - ouch. Glad you came out of that unscathed. Cell phone drivers are a big problem here in LA too...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
04-26-2009, 12:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,353
Posted By greatwhiteshark

Mine does this at certain speeds, on grooved...

Mine does this at certain speeds, on grooved concrete. It's the dunlops tramlining, or some form of it. Causes the steering wheel to jiggle a little bit - car still tracks straight though. This...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
04-24-2009, 08:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,136
Posted By greatwhiteshark

Yeah, it's a replacement for the central...

Yeah, it's a replacement for the central resonators and by removing them adds some bass to the exhaust note. You can hear mine here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uxa60e5WVE

Keep in mind I...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
04-23-2009, 06:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,136
Posted By greatwhiteshark

Yup. ECS Tuning H-pipe is about $300 and totally...

Yup. ECS Tuning H-pipe is about $300 and totally worth it.
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
04-23-2009, 10:47 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 55,610
Posted By greatwhiteshark

I'm particularly curious (per the second attached...

I'm particularly curious (per the second attached doc above) about the following:

1 - 'piston ring flutter at high engine speeds and low engine loads can result in a very high gas-flow rate.' ...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
04-23-2009, 10:37 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 55,610
Posted By greatwhiteshark

Great post silver.. I/we appreciate the time...

Great post silver.. I/we appreciate the time you've taken to document your experience, which seems more of an inevitability for the rest of us the more I read about it.

I was wondering if the...
Forum: RS4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
04-22-2009, 07:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,058
Posted By greatwhiteshark

If the shocks look anything look those in the...

If the shocks look anything look those in the pictures, they're totally leaking and it's only a matter of time before AoA replaces them, or you find a different dealer who will replace them. Are...
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