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Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
07-03-2023, 05:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,344
Posted By Gary Knox

Unfortunately - no. My date of birth on the...

Unfortunately - no. My date of birth on the driver's license indicates I've been around for 86 years. My body is no longer very nimble!!

I'm taking the car with it's replacement trunk lid back...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
06-28-2023, 06:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,344
Posted By Gary Knox

Panel successfully removed. For anyone doing...

Panel successfully removed. For anyone doing this on an A8 D4, a couple of additional comments:

1. The covers for the hinge have a round 'plug' on the outer side. There is a very small pin in...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
06-27-2023, 09:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,344
Posted By Gary Knox

Thank you Dallas Dave. Not exactly the same, but...

Thank you Dallas Dave. Not exactly the same, but certainly close enough to get a great start on removal. Very much appreciated.

Cheers

Gary
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
06-26-2023, 08:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,344
Posted By Gary Knox

Trunk/boot trim removal A8 D4

The trunk lid on our '15 A8 was damaged, a few months ago and needed to be replaced. A good body shop found a perfect used one in the right color and did the replacement. A few weeks later, I found...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
03-23-2020, 05:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 27,400
Posted By Gary Knox

Yes, I've sent about a dozen of them to other...

Yes, I've sent about a dozen of them to other forum members. Just follow the 'instructions' on how to obtain the write up and it will be sent to your return email.

Gary
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
12-31-2019, 05:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,727
Posted By Gary Knox

I usually have my cars on the lift 2X a year to...

I usually have my cars on the lift 2X a year to change from summer to winter wheels, so I examine brake pads frequently (about every 4-6K miles).

In cases such as this, the sensors are not really...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
11-27-2019, 05:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,354
Posted By Gary Knox

I have used both Leatherique and 'Soffener'...

I have used both Leatherique and 'Soffener' (made/sold by OolorPlus). In my opinion, they are both superior to anything stocked at the generic 'car parts' stores. IF I need to touch up some...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
11-26-2019, 11:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,393
Posted By Gary Knox

I have the 19's with Michelin snow tires on our...

I have the 19's with Michelin snow tires on our car for about 4 months of the year (Audi OE wheels). Summer tires are on the OE 20's. I do think the ride is a bit better with the 19's (just did...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
11-22-2019, 06:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 27,400
Posted By Gary Knox

A bit of feedback on brake pads. In April, I...

A bit of feedback on brake pads. In April, I installed new Akebono ceramic brake pads on all four wheels of our 2013 A8. Yesterday I replaced the summer tire/wheels with the winter variety. I always...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
11-07-2019, 05:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,152
Posted By Gary Knox

I used Zimmerman rotors for many years on my...

I used Zimmerman rotors for many years on my Porsche 928's (street cars and track cars). Never had any problem with them in terms of warping, or excessive wear.

Gary
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
11-06-2019, 05:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 27,400
Posted By Gary Knox

Next time, please read and follow the...

Next time, please read and follow the instructions for receiving information from a fellow member.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
11-06-2019, 05:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,440
Posted By Gary Knox

I will forward the info to abarmard, but for...

I will forward the info to abarmard, but for anyone who wants these, PLEASE send me a Private Message with your email address. I don't check this web site more than once a week, so without the PM...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
11-04-2019, 05:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,272
Posted By Gary Knox

I've purchased MANN and Hengst filters and...

I've purchased MANN and Hengst filters and they've been a perfect fit.

Gary
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
11-04-2019, 05:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 27,400
Posted By Gary Knox

Sanengo, There is a YouTube video of a guy...

Sanengo,

There is a YouTube video of a guy who changes the rear pads without using the VCDS system (or any other system to communicate with the car computer). I have not done it, and since I...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
10-30-2019, 07:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 27,400
Posted By Gary Knox

I did both front and rear pads a few months ago...

I did both front and rear pads a few months ago on our '13 A8.. I wrote up a quite thorough procedure that I used. It's available if interested. Send me an email at: kittyandgary at verizon dot net...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
08-07-2019, 07:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,500
Posted By Gary Knox

Yen, Sorry it didn't work out. Continue to...

Yen,

Sorry it didn't work out. Continue to make more posts and there shouldn't be any problem the next time you try to send a PM.

Gary-
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
08-02-2019, 05:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,500
Posted By Gary Knox

They are happily residing in northern CA with a...

They are happily residing in northern CA with a D3/D4 owner. The recipient followed the request of sending a PM with information.

Gary
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
07-19-2019, 11:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,440
Posted By Gary Knox

I just completed replacement of F and R in our...

I just completed replacement of F and R in our 2013 3.0 Liter car. Fronts are quite easy. Rears best done using the VAG system from Ross-Tech. IF you want a write-up of the procedure I used...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
07-19-2019, 11:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,500
Posted By Gary Knox

I'm going to give the original responder until...

I'm going to give the original responder until Monday 7/22 to provide information I need. If it hasn't happened by then, I will contact the second responder (Louis) and see if that works out!
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
07-16-2019, 05:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,500
Posted By Gary Knox

Kicked up top to correct filter manufacturers. ...

Kicked up top to correct filter manufacturers. 1 genuine Audi filter and 3 Mahle filters. All indicated made in Austria.

Gary
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
07-15-2019, 05:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,500
Posted By Gary Knox

Tentatively taken by the first responder via PM. ...

Tentatively taken by the first responder via PM. IF that doesn't work out, I'll contact Yen Ou and he has next 'rights'.

Gary
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
07-14-2019, 10:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,769
Posted By Gary Knox

I've long been a fan of Michelin tires (spent a...

I've long been a fan of Michelin tires (spent a few years working in the tire reinforcing business). I currently have Michelin Pilot A/S 3+ on three cars, and will install them on the fourth one...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
07-09-2019, 05:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,500
Posted By Gary Knox

oil filters for a 4.2 engine

Does anyone here have a 4.2 engine and is a DIY owner? IF so, I have 4 oil filters ( one genuine Audi, 3 Mahle) that I purchased for use in my '07 A8. Sold the car, so I will give them away for the...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D4 Platform) Discussion
07-09-2019, 05:23 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 27,674
Posted By Gary Knox

For some reason, this response from yesterday was...

For some reason, this response from yesterday was posted in an earlier thread! I'm repeating it here for clarity....
Forum: Brakes Discussion
07-08-2019, 07:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,244
Posted By Gary Knox

I just finished replacing both F & R on my '14...

I just finished replacing both F & R on my '14 A8. I installed Akebono ceramic pads, and have only driven about 50 miles on them, but both my wife and I like them better than the previous pads that...
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