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Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-26-2014, 08:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,211
Posted By mellow_sparky

my research indicated the Pilot Sport A/S+ has...

my research indicated the Pilot Sport A/S+ has stiffer sidewalls and better cornering in the dry than the Conti's. I got just under 30K out of my Pilot Sports and have been very happy with them....
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-22-2013, 10:26 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 11,840
Posted By mellow_sparky

For you that are having problems ... did you push...

For you that are having problems ... did you push your service advisor on the Service Bulletin I posted in post #20?

I had my front brakes completely replaced (under this TSB) and I'm happy to say...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
10-08-2013, 11:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,724
Posted By mellow_sparky

This simply isn't true. Coasting while you are in...

This simply isn't true. Coasting while you are in gear will allow the engine to actually shut off the flow of fuel since the drive train will keep the engine turning over. If you coast while in...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-03-2013, 07:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,581
Posted By mellow_sparky

Clarification needed... Looking at item...

Clarification needed...

Looking at item #8K0601025CM, it says the original part number is 8K0601025AK.

But further down the list you have item number #8K0601025AK and it shows the original part...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-03-2013, 07:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 20,697
Posted By mellow_sparky

I have the B&O system and through the DSP menu in...

I have the B&O system and through the DSP menu in the MMI, I can only turn GALA on (Active)or off.

I haven't poked around VAG-COM to see about adjusting the sensitivity.
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-02-2013, 11:12 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 11,840
Posted By mellow_sparky

Mine have always squealed from day 1. Typically...

Mine have always squealed from day 1. Typically when it's cold out and typically when I'm not braking hard. After three years, I finally asked my dealer about it a few weeks ago ... They told me...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
09-08-2013, 10:35 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,157
Posted By mellow_sparky

Wow ... bummer. Sorry to hear about this. I...

Wow ... bummer. Sorry to hear about this. I assume your car went through the service campaign to replace the t-stat and the water pump?
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
03-12-2013, 11:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,721
Posted By mellow_sparky

my recommendation: "lawyer up" they should...

my recommendation: "lawyer up"

they should have been happy you weren't suing them for reduced vehicle value and for any pain/hardship you've had to deal with.

Having been through this sort of...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
02-11-2013, 11:09 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 26,769
Posted By mellow_sparky

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h31/mello_sparky...

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h31/mello_sparky/proformance/23830288-ST2AudiS4Gray6G1I0638.jpg
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-02-2012, 08:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,037
Posted By mellow_sparky

Ah interesting ... I hadn't thought of that. Well...

Ah interesting ... I hadn't thought of that. Well I guess I better pay my dealer a visit.

(note: there actually isn't a paint mis-match there... the wheel is still wet from being washed and you...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-02-2012, 10:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,037
Posted By mellow_sparky

Wheel Paint Flaking? (pics)

I haven't seen this one yet - anyone else experience this? Washing my car today and cleaning the wheels (just regular soap, water and wool wash mitt). And a piece of the wheel paint flaked off... It...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
11-15-2012, 10:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,934
Posted By mellow_sparky

+1 on a golf R

+1 on a golf R
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
11-15-2012, 10:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,066
Posted By mellow_sparky

Lights: not adaptive (with steering) ... they...

Lights: not adaptive (with steering) ... they only self-level
red light: indicates door is locked and alarm armed
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-08-2012, 07:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,338
Posted By mellow_sparky

disclaimer: I'm not a CPA ... take that for what...

disclaimer: I'm not a CPA ... take that for what it's worth...

The Washington State Sales Tax Credit allows Washington State residents to deduct Washington State Sale Tax and Local Sales Tax as...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-03-2012, 07:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,729
Posted By mellow_sparky

This is probably the most annoying thing about...

This is probably the most annoying thing about the S4 for me (at least from a convenience point of view)...

Basically, you can't lock the car until all the doors are closed.

So, while my...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-03-2012, 12:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,130
Posted By mellow_sparky

DIY... Radar Detector Install (alternate method)

Been doing a ton of freeway driving, so I figured I should get a V1 for a little extra "security". I fully intended to follow Tails instructions for hardwiring ... but once I looked at everything, I...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
09-25-2012, 08:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,607
Posted By mellow_sparky

Nice write-up... thanks for sharing that... I'd...

Nice write-up... thanks for sharing that... I'd love to have a ride in a new S6...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
09-10-2012, 07:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,599
Posted By mellow_sparky

I have a set of the dunlop sport maxx in 19" size...

I have a set of the dunlop sport maxx in 19" size up here in Seattle. I think they have about 8K on them. Not super crazy about dealing with shipping, but PM me if you are interested and we can...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
08-22-2012, 09:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 986
Posted By mellow_sparky

close ... Roosevelt Beach just south of Seabrook...

close ... Roosevelt Beach just south of Seabrook (very close to Moclips).
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
08-22-2012, 12:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 986
Posted By mellow_sparky

On the Beach

It's been awhile since I posted here. So how about a quick pic from a recent trip to the Washington coast?...

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h31/mello_sparky/WP_000607.jpg
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
05-13-2012, 07:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,823
Posted By mellow_sparky

I'll just throw in another vote for Proformance...

I'll just throw in another vote for Proformance ... Don Kitch runs a great program there. I took the full day class - half the day is spent learning the limits of your car and the second half is...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-22-2012, 11:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,510
Posted By mellow_sparky

per the manual there is a 4000 file limit on SD...

per the manual there is a 4000 file limit on SD cards.

(and from my own experience, I can confirm that is true)
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
11-09-2011, 12:18 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,971
Posted By mellow_sparky

Have you asked your dealer these questions? ...

Have you asked your dealer these questions?

The dealer I went to asked for $1000 deposit - and they were very clear that it was 100% refundable if I got cold feet. As for the price, I signed a...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-26-2011, 07:09 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 16,981
Posted By mellow_sparky

meh... they need to loose the fog lights. and...

meh... they need to loose the fog lights. and they need to not do the faux grill around the fog light area. current design is mohr better...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
10-11-2011, 07:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,273
Posted By mellow_sparky

this totally depends on driving style. on most of...

this totally depends on driving style. on most of my regular commute, I rarely get above 40 MPH - so on a daily basis the sport diff makes no difference.

However when I had the car on a track (or...
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