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Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
08-14-2015, 04:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 31,349
Posted By idf

Interesting observation for a few reasons. ...

Interesting observation for a few reasons.

First, thanks everyone, it confirms my suspicion about a potential worst case.

Let me add some new info to my issue and see if it starts to change the...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
08-09-2015, 08:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 31,349
Posted By idf

White smoke on hard acceleration, then lingers

Hey all, not sure what this might be:

Went out tonight to run an errand... roads were empty so I thought what the hell, let me have some fun.

I ran the car pretty hard, and I got a TON of smoke...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
11-16-2014, 05:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,765
Posted By idf

Thanks everyone. If indeed that's the issue,...

Thanks everyone. If indeed that's the issue, then I'm very happy. I worried I had a big bill coming.

I'll update the thread once I have it looked at.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
11-15-2014, 04:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,765
Posted By idf

Options for exhaust hole repair?

Hey all,

On start-up I started to notice a strange note with my exhaust.

I looked under the car, and I could see a small spurting of fume from under the car, located in the exhaust pipe path,...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
03-13-2014, 03:15 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 61,404
Posted By idf

Good points. S8 bushings make sense. Does...

Good points. S8 bushings make sense.

Does anyone know the part number or a link? I really don't want to mess this up.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
03-11-2014, 03:57 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 61,404
Posted By idf

Thanks for the input guys. Can you recommend an...

Thanks for the input guys. Can you recommend an aftermarket set of control arm bushings for this job? I will look into the other replacements.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
03-03-2014, 01:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,249
Posted By idf

For some reason, my car steering wheel tilts when...

For some reason, my car steering wheel tilts when I get out of the car but intermittently does not go back to position when I get in and start the car. I have to open the side compartment and press...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
03-03-2014, 01:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 61,404
Posted By idf

Hey guys, I am having this problem as well. ...

Hey guys, I am having this problem as well.

In addition, I do have cracked control arm bushings. I need to replace them but can't DIY it.

Can anyone recommend a respectable place that can...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
03-03-2014, 01:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 18,447
Posted By idf

I was about to create a new thread, then I saw...

I was about to create a new thread, then I saw this one.

I am in parking brake hell. Why did Audi make this electric? The old way worked fine.

I've had the car in the shop for the problem and...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
03-03-2014, 01:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,273
Posted By idf

Sorry, I'm slow getting back to the thread. The...

Sorry, I'm slow getting back to the thread. The problem solved itself. The lamps started working again. Nice to have something like that happen every so often.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-16-2014, 02:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,273
Posted By idf

Sorry, I don't understand. No. No led...

Sorry, I don't understand.

No. No led bulbs, just standard replacements.

Oh wait. I understand... you mean while testing the contacts.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-15-2014, 02:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,273
Posted By idf

So is there also a fuse associated with the...

So is there also a fuse associated with the license plate bulbs?
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-13-2014, 11:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,273
Posted By idf

License Plate Bulb Problem

Hey everyone,

Could use some help.

Both my rear license plate bulbs are out.

I got 2 new ones, swapped them, but they are still out.

Looking for options on how to solve this.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
10-24-2013, 08:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 16,030
Posted By idf

Hey everyone, Just closing the loop. I had...

Hey everyone,

Just closing the loop. I had my mechanic do the drains. It was pretty hard to get at them, so it was just easier this way.

I fail to understand the logic of the design of the...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
10-17-2013, 08:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 16,030
Posted By idf

I'm getting page not found for both. Also, is...

I'm getting page not found for both. Also, is there a larger version of that image?
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
10-17-2013, 08:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 16,030
Posted By idf

Thanks everyone. Are those little tabs (a...

Thanks everyone.

Are those little tabs (a and b) part of the cabin filter housing?
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
10-17-2013, 07:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 16,030
Posted By idf

Water in my car... need help asap

Hey guys,

We had a massive rainstorm here last week. My car has water coming in it from under the steering column onto the pedals.

I have read there is a drain where the windshield water...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
02-18-2013, 02:56 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,513
Posted By idf

See, every shop I go to complains to high...

See, every shop I go to complains to high heaven... "oh you must to change the rotors". One guy flat out refused to do the work unless I changed the rotors as well.

I wish I could do the job...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
02-17-2013, 05:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,513
Posted By idf

Come on!! There has to be something!

Come on!! There has to be something!
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
02-17-2013, 05:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 24,909
Posted By idf

Hey all, great transaction with iA8L EEC, he sold...

Hey all, great transaction with iA8L EEC, he sold me the tail light. Works great, anyone that needs any of the other 3 can buy with confidence.

Thanks bro!
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
02-17-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,513
Posted By idf

Rotors that don't need replacing?

Hey all,

Any aftermarket rotors out there that dont require replacement?

One of the more annoying things about owning this car is the fact that I have to spend a few hundred extra $ for every...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-24-2013, 06:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 24,909
Posted By idf

Yeah, but by drilling it gets discolored over...

Yeah, but by drilling it gets discolored over time...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-24-2013, 04:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 24,909
Posted By idf

I had condensation as well. I pulled it out,...

I had condensation as well. I pulled it out, dried it out, sealed it and then a few months later water started to creep in.

I dont understand why this is so common.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-24-2013, 04:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 24,909
Posted By idf

Finally some replies! Sounds good... PM...

Finally some replies!

Sounds good... PM sent!

By the way, my 2007 has the old style lights, I was trying to buy one from someone that had done the upgrade and didnt need the old ones.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-24-2013, 06:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 24,909
Posted By idf

Bump. Anyone? I know many have upgraded. Or...

Bump. Anyone? I know many have upgraded. Or can anyone point me to an inner left taillight for sale that's 2nd hand?
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