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Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B9)
01-16-2020, 06:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,957
Posted By Tails

Update - I used a razor to slice the original...

Update - I used a razor to slice the original plastic inserts per the ECS instructions, and installed a pair of 8W0803593 rubber plugs. Much better! Thanks Lgamer123 for posting a thread about it!
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B9)
01-15-2020, 07:45 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,230
Posted By Tails

I'm guessing the same applies cars with the Alu...

I'm guessing the same applies cars with the Alu Optic Carbon package?
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B9)
01-11-2020, 12:56 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,957
Posted By Tails

Super helpful - thanks! m444: you're pretty...

Super helpful - thanks!

m444: you're pretty close, build date is Oct 2018. :-)
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B9)
01-11-2020, 11:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,957
Posted By Tails

Haven't posted in a long time, but just picked up...

Haven't posted in a long time, but just picked up a new RS 5 Sportback (and loving it so far - sorry no glamor photos yet).
I took a look under the hood and I see I also have the older (and not so...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
07-08-2014, 08:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 19,533
Posted By Tails

Just to confirm back to the thread -- I can't...

Just to confirm back to the thread -- I can't speak to different sized V710's. For my V710's (specs are up in the first post), the center caps that were in my OEM 19" give tri-spoke wheels did not...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-16-2012, 10:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,328
Posted By Tails

Took the weekend to install the heads, create the...

Took the weekend to install the heads, create the brackets, route the wires (getting into the cabin without drilling was a challenge), do the electrical work inside, including the warning light, and...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-15-2012, 08:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,328
Posted By Tails

My LI's only fired once so far - quickly checked...

My LI's only fired once so far - quickly checked my speed, deactivated it, didn't get pulled over.

Lately whenever I pass their usual hiding spots they've already got others pulled over.

I'm...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-20-2011, 02:07 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 47,049
Posted By Tails

As posted: DIY: Winter Wheel Swap...

As posted: DIY: Winter Wheel Swap (https://www.audiworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2796727)

18" VMR v710's. Michelin Pilot Alpin PA3's @ 245/40.
...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
08-22-2011, 07:58 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 144,681
Posted By Tails

It's not absolutely necessary, you could twist...

It's not absolutely necessary, you could twist the wires together and use electrical tape to wrap it up - or use a wire nut. But its easy to solder the few connections that need it. Soldering will...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
02-10-2011, 06:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,597
Posted By Tails

Looks great! How did you end up securing the...

Looks great!

How did you end up securing the heads to your grill?
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-29-2011, 11:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 26,248
Posted By Tails

Huh? Maybe I missed the entire LC...

Huh?

Maybe I missed the entire LC discussion - does LC not work on the 2010?
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-23-2011, 07:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,892
Posted By Tails

Glad that worked out for you!

Glad that worked out for you!
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-10-2011, 05:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,327
Posted By Tails

... Just make sure you mount it up high. The...

... Just make sure you mount it up high. The higher you can mount it, the further forward it can sense, which can help give you more time to react to a bogey alert.
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-10-2011, 05:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,670
Posted By Tails

Lots of good advice in this thread... When...

Lots of good advice in this thread...

When you've made a selection and you're ready to install a radar detector, or laser jammer, check out these threads:


Hardwired Radar Detector Install...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-02-2011, 08:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 15,667
Posted By Tails

Well worth the investment IMHO. =)

Well worth the investment IMHO. =)
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-01-2011, 11:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 16,945
Posted By Tails

I haven't used the product personally. It looks...

I haven't used the product personally. It looks like it's just a short wire lead with two metal pins that you jam into an existing electrical connector for power/ground.

Pic from that thread:
...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
01-01-2011, 11:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 16,945
Posted By Tails

You're welcome! The install looks great & the...

You're welcome! The install looks great & the large suction cup looks very stable.



Hmmm... Have you popped out the radio panel to inspect the back? If it's anything like the HVAC panel, I bet...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-29-2010, 07:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,770
Posted By Tails

+1 on the Collinite recommendation... I've...

+1 on the Collinite recommendation...

I've used Collinite 476S for years on previous cars and loved how durable it is. On the S4 I've been using the Collinite 915 which has been holding up very...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-19-2010, 04:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 19,533
Posted By Tails

DIY: Winter Wheel Swap

Everyone knows: Seattle drivers + snow = EPIC FAIL.

Every year, it's always the same (http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Seattle+snow+storm).

This year, I decided I not to risk driving...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-19-2010, 02:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,993
Posted By Tails

Nice work tucking the cable in there. Did you...

Nice work tucking the cable in there. Did you just go above the trim? How is the cable routed underneath?

Personally, I think it looks a bit bulky from this angle. Might look a bit better with the...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-06-2010, 06:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 11,256
Posted By Tails

The bone tool is vital! While working on my...

The bone tool is vital!

While working on my jammer install I found you can remove the left gauge trim by pulling out from the bottom, then working up towards the top. Take a look at the AWE boost...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-06-2010, 06:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 27,243
Posted By Tails

Totally agree. I started by trying to mount the...

Totally agree. I started by trying to mount the heads using only the 3M tape, and was got frustrated with adding layer after layer. I keep the mini-level that comes with the LI in the glove box so I...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-05-2010, 06:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 27,243
Posted By Tails

(Continued...) Step 6: Locate where to...

(Continued...)


Step 6: Locate where to mount the LI control box

After looking around under the steering column, I decided I would mount the LI control box inside the plastic brackets in front...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-05-2010, 06:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 27,243
Posted By Tails

DIY: Install a Laser Jammer

I've just finished installing my laser jammer. Inspired by how jimf15e (aka moneky15) installed his...
Forum: S4 (B8 Platform) Discussion
12-05-2010, 03:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 99,894
Posted By Tails

DIY: Remove Center Console

To install a power switch for my laser jammer, I needed to remove the center console. Thankfully dieatomic posted some pictures of the process in this thread...
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