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Forum: 4.2 V8 Discussion
09-03-2012, 10:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,386
Posted By eightyhorsepower

1. What does the sound sound like ? Is it a...

1. What does the sound sound like ? Is it a ticking or whining ?


2. What makes you think a bad motor mount ? Could you isolate the vibration to the engine bay ? or from further back the...
Forum: 4.2 V8 Discussion
09-03-2012, 10:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,701
Posted By eightyhorsepower

I have heard these engines do use a lot of oil. ....

I have heard these engines do use a lot of oil. . .
Forum: A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
09-03-2012, 10:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,364
Posted By eightyhorsepower

I definitely like the look of stock Avus wheels...

I definitely like the look of stock Avus wheels the best.

These aftermarket wheels look clean, though.
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
09-03-2012, 10:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,700
Posted By eightyhorsepower

The RS5 is def. a dream car. Can your S5 keep up...

The RS5 is def. a dream car. Can your S5 keep up w/ the RS5 ?
Forum: Audi A1
09-03-2012, 10:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,685
Posted By eightyhorsepower

Yeah, cool review mixing a normal day touring...

Yeah, cool review mixing a normal day touring Paris w/ the Audi A1.

Audi doesn't sell the A1 here in America, but I saw some in Bangkok when I lived in Thailand for the past couple years. It...
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
05-21-2012, 03:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,908
Posted By eightyhorsepower

The 335is is definitely a car that catches my...

The 335is is definitely a car that catches my attention when I see one on the street, but the S5 is in a whole different league as far as catching my attention. It doesn't catch it, it GRABS it and...
Forum: Audi 90 / 80 / Coupe quattro / Cabriolet
04-16-2012, 09:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,227
Posted By eightyhorsepower

Does the Audi 80 quattro have the 7A 20v engine...

Does the Audi 80 quattro have the 7A 20v engine or the NG 10v engine?
Forum: Audi Original "S" Cars
03-27-2012, 12:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,831
Posted By eightyhorsepower

It's interesting to think if it's luck or destiny...

It's interesting to think if it's luck or destiny that creates a situation like yours.
Some may blame it on the age of the car or the fact that it's German.
I know I've had a similar experience...
Forum: Audi Original "S" Cars
03-16-2012, 04:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,354
Posted By eightyhorsepower

Very nice. It looks properly cool now. You're...

Very nice. It looks properly cool now.
You're running 24 lbs./in.2 of turbo boost now.... what is the stock measurement of boost pressure?
Forum: Audi Original "S" Cars
02-28-2012, 05:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,583
Posted By eightyhorsepower

You might consider changing out the old...

You might consider changing out the old transmission & differential fluids.
As well, drain/re-fill/bleed the cooling system & check for cracked hoses. The hoses may have dried and cracked after...
Forum: 2.7T V6 Discussion
01-30-2012, 08:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,369
Posted By eightyhorsepower

I'm not too familiar with this engine; however,...

I'm not too familiar with this engine; however, bleeding the system on a different German car went something like this:

After emptying the coolant through the radiator and/or engine block drain...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
01-30-2012, 08:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,944
Posted By eightyhorsepower

Yes, the RS6 is one of the ultimate performance...

Yes, the RS6 is one of the ultimate performance cars made in Germany.
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
01-24-2012, 10:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,908
Posted By eightyhorsepower

Apparently, BMW was the company that created the...

Apparently, BMW was the company that created the luxury sports sedan. They've stayed true to the front engine/ rear wheel drive layout, too.

I think only recently Audi has really caught my...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
01-23-2012, 02:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,944
Posted By eightyhorsepower

1)Are you talking about the cross-linked shock...

1)Are you talking about the cross-linked shock absorbers that resist pitch & roll?

2)Wow, I didn't know the RS6 uses the same tiptronic automatic as the A8/S8.

3)There was an RS6 behind me...
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
01-20-2012, 04:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 693
Posted By eightyhorsepower

For that price (the S4), it seems like it would...

For that price (the S4), it seems like it would need some work/repair. Most B5 S4's i've seen for sale are near 10 grand.

You might also consider an older S4(S6) based on the C4 chassis
Forum: S4 / RS4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
01-20-2012, 04:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,229
Posted By eightyhorsepower

With under 50,000 miles and very good condition...

With under 50,000 miles and very good condition inside & out, I'd say ~$14,000-$17,000.
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
01-19-2012, 01:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,051
Posted By eightyhorsepower

What are Machine Shop Fees?

What are Machine Shop Fees?
Forum: 2.7T V6 Discussion
01-17-2012, 08:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,369
Posted By eightyhorsepower

1. There may be air trapped in the cooling...

1. There may be air trapped in the cooling system. Look for any cracked hoses ( look around the hoses and near the clamp areas).
Try bleeding the system( expelling air out of the coolant) &...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
01-11-2012, 01:09 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,944
Posted By eightyhorsepower

The A6 4.2 is a special car in its own right...

The A6 4.2 is a special car in its own right (with the flared wheel wells and everything..), but it's not an S car.
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
01-11-2012, 12:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,391
Posted By eightyhorsepower

They seem to fit the image of Mercedes: timeless,...

They seem to fit the image of Mercedes: timeless, but modern. I think the front end will be beautiful to look at on the road..
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
01-11-2012, 12:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 994
Posted By eightyhorsepower

This is the same differential installed on the...

This is the same differential installed on the new S6 ans S8, right? It's clearly visible how the outside wheel swings the car around and tucks it in nicely.
Innovative and Dynamic.
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
01-11-2012, 12:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 994
Posted By eightyhorsepower

I'd say the S5 is much more sexy than the S4....

I'd say the S5 is much more sexy than the S4. It's a coupe.

Many reviews have commented on the better balance of the S5's chassis due to moving the engine/transmission further back in the body &...
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
01-11-2012, 12:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,771
Posted By eightyhorsepower

Congrats

Many young males will look up to you with hope, lust, and dreams of success in ways a BMW can never create.

Enjoy
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
01-11-2012, 12:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,241
Posted By eightyhorsepower

Wait for one that's been enthusiast owned (taken...

Wait for one that's been enthusiast owned (taken care of).

I'd set aside a certain amount of money for repairs upon purchase
Forum: Audi Original "S" Cars
01-11-2012, 12:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,356
Posted By eightyhorsepower

I like looking on Craigslist for used cars around...

I like looking on Craigslist for used cars around my home (Denver, CO) . . .
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