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Old 02-24-2004, 11:16 PM   #1
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Default Another nOOb friendly post...lots of good "MUST READ" stuff- - ->

Seriously...

Another warm welcome to the new folks!

Take some time to freshen up your Audi basics...

Start here...

Answers to all your questions in one post

Edy Juns Directoty

So..you're new to the Forums??

What a garage is supposed to be...S4Blooms Santuary


Miscellaneous Sites and Audi info...

Rob O's B5 S4 Analogy

Worst post in AW history... Some people just don't think...

An FAQ without the Q's by VandyS4, since the Search function is less than ideal

A Brief History of Audi

The history of the B5 Color Choices

A series of excellent Audi and Motorsport Links sponsored by Northeast Chapter of the Audi Club of North America

Another Newb FAQ by Neon01

Where to buy OEM Parts by RKA

S4 BiTurbo.com One of the most complete links I've found..

Vast Performance Piggie's site

MarkP's site...good information from a reliable source

2001 Audi S4 Service Intervals and Maintenance compliments of Jeff Doyle - boscoj

2000 Audi S4 Service Intervals and Maintenance compliments of Jeff Doyle - boscoj

A huge List of Audi Links from Anthony on AZ

An excellent site that Audi/VW Tuner Ratings>lists and rates Audi tuners and dealers

The B5 Audi Service Manual

Everything you want to know about the S4 Engine hosted by lemieux

The AudiWorld Video Hall of Fame

S4 Video Collection

Motherload of S4 drag, street, & highway racing videos! by bigbluebeast19

Not that any of us ever speed, but here is a link to a database of speed traps.

And on just so I don't leave the A4 folks out in the cold..An A4 Compilation


Performance

Dyno delta...data from different Dyno's compared by spturks

S4 tuning stages by JoeS4

Engine pull made "Simple" by Mike2k2S4

Comprehensive list of Tuners with Dyno's, organized by state, by MarkP

An excellent explanation of why to use Intelligent InterCooler Misters by Flyboy

AutoSpeed/Avalon Intelligent IC Misters, how they work...by Me

Changing Spark Plugs in the 2.7bt by Zaphod Beeblebrox

SmokinS4's Catch Can install

Blk01S4's Catch Can install

Second part of Blk01S4's Catch Can install

Catch Can Effectiveness by davenew

Building your own oil cooler...the parts list by golfrsi

Installing a Manual Boost control in Parallel by MarkP

K04 on K03 software...the overview by B5QShip

Two excellent resources for installation of InterCooler Misters... funkadelic picture album & Flyboy's writeup

Installing a low-temp Thermo-Switch

FATS - Logging and calculating FATS times by various AW members

How to create graphs from data logs by 2k2S4

Manual exhaust Dumps by Mark P

Electric exhaust dumps by bertworks

DownPipes compared, a nice thread started by RyanS4 with Smokin_S4 as a contributor

Piggie Pipes:Gutting the Pre-Cats by lemieux

Piggie Pipes:Gutting Pre-Cats by CJ-S4

Piggie Pipes:Gutting the Pre-Cats by OC Avant

DIY Oil Cooler setup by AnotherSilverS4

Installing an MBC by es4uerzo

Installing an MBC by VonK

IPP Intercoolers versus Stock Intercoolers ! Part I ~ The Bench Test, and
Part II ~ The In-Car Road Tests A collaborative effort between me and Flyboy

Installing IPP Intercoolers by 808guy

IPP Intercoolers, Before and after dyno plots by Bruno_S4

Dyno plots and performance info on IPP Intercoolers by silva-IPP

RS4 / Stock / IPP Intercoolers compared by eking_casaS4

RS4 Intercoolers, Part I ~ The Bench Test A collaborative effort between me and Flyboy

How to make a DarIntake, the only intake that beats stock...right now.

Data supporting the DarIntake by DarinS4Turbo

S-Flo versus DarIntake

EVO Intake versus DarIntake by LI-S4

X1 Racer CF Intake...Take I (No data..just a sexy picture)

X1 Racer CF Intake...Take II

X1 Racer CF Intake...Take III

Servicing By-Pass Valves...conceptually the same for most valves..

A comprehensive thread on how to use APR EMCS Home Programmer by MarkP

AWE's Dyno Graphs of Chip Comparison (sort of out dated at this point)

Very basic basics of Lemmiwinks Tuning

europeanspeed's Chip Shootout

Which chip is best???

Getting to know the N75 Valve>By Daft

AW's Chip Survey

K04 FAQ by smurfette s4?

VAG-COM locator by lemieux

A few links to the AutoSpeed/Avalon Intelligent IC Misters

DIY Intercooler Mistersby Schagen Wagen


Brakes

An excellent summary about Brakes or Breaks by ryanS4

How big is too big?? by Pat-SoCal

Really good brake pad comparison by ryoung

Another pad comparo by ryanS4

Source for Stoptech/Brembo rotor rings

A brake FAQ by O.W.Kenobi NOTE:instructions for extinguishing the Pad Wear Sensor Indicator using VAG, will not work on MY 2000 & 2001 B5 S4's

Extinguishing the Pad Wear Sensor the right way..by Me

ECS Tuning Stage III vs Stoptech 332's by O.W.Kenobi

Two articles on bleeding the S4 brakes...link to oneby 85-4kq-girl (original post by Sharon) and one from the Tech section

Changing the stock brake pads by 85-4kq-girl

Changing the rear brake pads

Cycling the ABS pump using VAG, from the Ross Tech Vag Manual

How NOT to detail your brakes

Removing brake pistons from Porsche Big Reds

How to tell if your rotors need replacing by ryanS4

S8 Rear brake rotor upgrade for the S4

More on the S8 upgrade

The "Warped" Brake Disc and Other Myths of the Braking System from Stoptech


RNS-E, Phat-Box

A collection of the best Tid Bits on RNS-E by various contributors

How to enter Engineering Mode, a video demonstration

A list of Installation experts

How to install a PhatBox by jonah

The Ultimate PhatBox post by TeddyBGame on the A6 forum

, a video by Proxus

Everything you need to know about installing RNS-E in your Audi by AudiA4B6US

Integration of RNS-E display in the cluster

Contolling Phat-Box with RNSE by mister dr on NavPlus.us


Detailing

Troy's Guide to Car Care Nirvana

NASA's Guide to Wheel Repair and My Wheel Repair NASA Style

Which is the best car wash soap?

Some unique detailing Problem Solvers by...me.

Chip repair using an airbrush by S4Bloom

And his follow-up post

How to do a winter wash using a DIY Car Wash Booth by...um, me

How to remove pitting and scratches from healight housings

Another post on Polishing pitted headlight housings by BonestockS4

Where should I buy MicroFiber Towels?? Yo Steve's or Griot's Garage

Jeff Doyles Detailing routine

Zoops Sealer for uncoated aluminum wheels, by me

How to clean your engine bay. By, um, me again.

Repairing S4 Aluminum Mirrors by GBW on the C5 A6 Forum

Where can I buy the Porter Cable 7424 Random Orbital Polisher, and how do I use it?

Caliper Paint -vs- G2 Epoxy -vs- Powder coating by me

Looking for a way to get the scratches out of your plastic instrument cluster?? Take a look at plastic polishes by SkyGeek Products


Funny stuff

How to change your Auxilary Fan w/o removing bumper by SupraS4

THIS is funny..

Some friendly advice... from me

What's done to Your car?? by Snow Trooper. Sure to be a classic!!

Posting For nOOb's - Author unknown...

The "A Few Good Men" Warranty exchange

How to build a Sub-enclosure courtesy of someone on Vortex...

Repost of the what some consider the funniest story ever...

The REEF Girl Competition Off-topic but worth the time...Note the seventh picture down, third girl in from the left...

My wifes top ten rules for driving

Ubononium defined by me

Proper Tuner Bitching Etiquette by Steve Trac

The S4 Twelve Step Recovery Program by S4NIC8

The DIY Thread of Doom by nyet

The BIG DIY thread of Doom by jyoteen

Problem solving Flowchart from BoneStockS4

A revelation from Jeff Doyle


Misc Mods

How About Do it yourself Widebody instructions???

Painting the 2.7 BT Y-pipe by me..

Batteries for the Key Fob Remote?? by Hal_S4Shizzle::CBP

Nifty little item to secure your headlight housings...

Improving the reception of the key fob remote by STG II+ S4

Progression from Stock S4 front Bumper to S4/RS4 front conversion..by me

Installing an RS4 Bumper by TwinTurboTerror

Removing the fore / aft slop from a shift lever, aka the Zip Tie Mod by LI-S4

Wiring e-code city lights to be daytime running lights

An alternative wiring schematic for city lights, by MarkP

City light Comparo:
*LED Citylights(from Tantrumwerks)versus Polarg's M-17 Hyper-White City Light Bulb 12v 8w
*LED Citylights(from Tantrumwerks)versus LEDTronics White LEDs.

Instructions for Manual Headlight adjustment by ToyGuy

How to adjust your headlights using VAG, by ModifiedA4, link provided by CasaS4TM

One Touch up for the rear windows..

One Touch-up for the rear windows...a better solution

How do I install an iPod (or titanium pedals)

Source for Custom pedal covers

Painting the 2.7 bt Y-Pipe by Me

How to remove the B5 bumper, or install a Snub, or get at the IC's... from APR's website

Some information on Lazer Guns & Speed readings

IMP Concepts Stealth Boost Gauge by me

How to remove/replace the belt line trim

Removing the interior B-Pillar trim

Stealth License Plate Mod by me

Detailed instructions for converting your stock shifter into a "short shifter" by the master himself, ToyGuy

The Four Stages of ToyGuy Short Shifters by LI-S4

Tightening up the JHM Solid Pivot Short Shifter to make a good thing better...by davenew

My exhaust tip progression...

How to remove OEM mirror housings -or- How to Install RS4/6 Housings by me...again.

Unconfirmed at the time of linking...If it's true it's a gem..

Omori 60mm Boost Gauge installed in center vent

Som Miscellaneous DIY Mods...author unknown

How to do Lot's of Cool Audi Stuff

Installing a GReddyIII Turbo Timer

Wondering Where to find Alcantara fabric? Post by golfrsi

Markcore's Modding Advice for Noobs

How to be an Idiot and install an AWE boost gauge by VandyS4

A whole bunch of other stuff that you should know...

Mounting the S4 badge on an RS4 Grill by LI-S4

Monster Valentine 1 (V1) Radar Detector Hardwire Install Collection by Code Whore

"Where can I buy Caliper Decals?"

How to release you hood when the cable has either broken or unclipped by me



Track Related

Track tips by ryoung

Installing a Hans Device by Pat-So-Cal

Motorsport Event Calendar

CG-Lock, my impressions...


Wheels & Suspension

Jack and jack stand locations by Andy_TN....

....WindyCityS4 uses a slightly different location for the front

Curious how much your wheels weigh?

Will my tires rub if I install X tires, X wheels, X suspension??? by Steve S.

Wheel Offset Calculator to determine the effect of changing your wheel width and offset.

Wondering how to pack wheels and tires for shipping? Click here.., by b-thumper :: STFA

Which suspension should I buy? by ryanS4

Sander's Stuff...more wheels than you can shake a stick at

since it seems like Sanders Stuff isn't being updated here is a recent Wheel Thread of Doom!

2000sforce's wheel album

A shameless post of the Kinesis Wheels I'd like to sell or Trade...SOLD!

Hunter / Road Force Balancing shop locator Link thanks to Paulroad


AW Forum Stuff

The first AudiWorld S4/RS4 post

Thread Legend by Steve Trac

The Audi World Dictionary of Words, Abbreviations, Acronyms, Emoticons, Key Codes & Text HTML Tags

Another list of Acronyms and Abbreviations...from Anthony on AZ

First Names of the AW folks


The S4 Danger Zone

Cars stolen in NJ

The NJ Stolen Car Map, Look similar to the S4 Danger Zone?

The AudiWorld Newbie FAQ

The night my daughter was born


Anything else the "old guard" thinks I should add...let me know!

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Old 02-24-2004, 11:17 PM   #2
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Old 02-24-2004, 11:27 PM   #3
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Old 02-24-2004, 11:32 PM   #4
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Old 02-24-2004, 11:37 PM   #5
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