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Hi all, it's been a few years (almost 8 to be exact) but I am now back into four rings ownership. I bought an A6 3.0Tdi Avant Quattro.
If there's anyone active in 2023 in the southern area - Hampshi ...

Hi, I have always driven autos because I only have an auto licence. The Audi tiptronic box doesn't have a sport mode, but adapts to your driving style.
Sorry to say the autos are known for their pro ...

Wondering the same thing on my new toy (A4 2.8 30v ACK) which has a fluctuating temp - right down to 60 on the motorway, but never overheats. Having searched the forums, I think it's the stat but also ...

98 Audi A4 1.9 tdi showing 142k miles but history suggests it may have done more.
The car runs very well - starts first time, is very economical and performs perfectly except one issue which is frust ...

Nice work, well done.

I'll make that a sticky as it's such a common issue.

Cheers for that - 2 days in and it is still working - can't help but looking at it during driving - simple things make ...

Hi,
Sorry to drag this one up again but I still have the same problem. Head gasket test done, no problem. No visible major leaks out of the rad or under the car.
cdavant did you get your problem so ...

Hi cdavant, sorry no answer here but I have the same issue - losing water and oil deposits on the inside of the header tank. No water in oil though, someone told me it could be head gasket or porous h ...

Mikes2 is right, that number you quote is a Bosch number, they're all 10 digit.

Barnz (ex Euro Car Parts employee)

This happened on my Coupe a while back. Did exactly as you suggest, came on at over 2k rpm then might stay on, but didn't happen all the time.
I tested the oil pressure - with thanks to IanW for the ...

Yeah driver's lock works fine from passenger side, so think I'll get the door trim off the driver's side at the weekend and see if the lock to switch connections are ok. Since problem started it works ...

Thanks Mikes2.. will check that over Easter.

Black one as a mate of mine has just bought a black Coupe similar to mine but needs a tailgate - don't wanna break mine!

Cheers guys

I went to open the Coupe up at the weekend and only the driver's door unlocked, ie. the driver's lock not operating the whole central locking system.
I've seen on ETKA that the car has a central pump ...

I've got Cabrio 16" 8-spokes on my Coupe at the moment, I'll have a look tonight for the part number and post tomorrow.

Having owned a 20v auto Coupe for the last 4 years, I've had no trouble with the gearbox. Can only drive autos due to a disability, but the car pulls well, and as long as you change the box oil every ...

Hey First Audi,
I had this on my 20v Coupe, thought it was the cat giving up, but turned out to be the first small silencer behind the cat which was completely rusted. Now replaced the whole system c ...

Lee,
My Coupe is doing that oil warning thing as well and has been for a while.
If I go to start it but leave the ignition on for about 5-6 secs then the warning comes on... used not to do that. If ...

Engine code can be found on the sticker under the carpet in the boot - just below tailgate/boot.
Barney

That's the problem we've had Eddie. All the avants I've seen people breaking are miles away. The 1 or 2 down here have been stripped already or are in v. poor condition. Thanks for your reply. I'll be ...

[quote="Barnz"] as he careered past not looking where he was going.... - the transit driver not the old man I hasten to add... LOL Laughing

If you wanna sell the driver's rear door glass I'm still looking for a spare for my old man's 100 CD Avant (Not looked that hard for a while admittedly). The last attempt to get one came in broken and ...

Whatever Koop20v is on, I'd like some.... quick!
Nice one Koop!
Love my Audi too, but might get a V6 soon tho - hmmm but do I wanna sell it or have 2???
Mr Bank Manager??? Hello???

Sounds good Gez but problem is I can't find a min or max level mark.
Thanks for post tho.

Wow this is an old post. I remember this! Well the leak hasn't got any worse, which is good. Don't know why.
Does anyone know where I'm supposed to fill up the reservoir to?
My reservoir is black a ...

I see you're in Gloucestershire... unfortunately our branches don't delivery/post that far, but Hadrian have a "nearest stockist" page which I'm sure you've seen.
If you need more help & advice, talk ...

Can't see that anyone's mentioned, but only skimmed thru the thread.... the plugs mentioned are in the driver's footwell just above the accel pedal in my 20v... I've got 3 plugs. Am I lucky?? Wink

See ...

Looks a brilliant car mate.... not jealous at all HO HO HO.
See you at Tatton - am trying to make it up there this time!

Hi MadDog,
Do you mean copper or brass nuts? I used brass when rebuilding my Coupe after grazing my knuckles trying to get the b*ggers off... but then that's my fault for buying a 20v eh? Very Happy

Still ...

Looking in the catalogue (I still prefer paper catalogues, I know very 20th century) I can see the following:
0508514&515 - 514 RH 515 LH these presumably go up to the swage line just underneath the ...

If you need help sourcing parts from Hadrian, I work for a factor who is a Hadrian agent. I don't work in sales now, but have sold Hadrian in the past with very few problems. They're very popular with ...

Hi,
Loco's about right. My Coupe cost me £100-150 to sort the head - new valve guides & light skim, gasket set was £60, then cam belt, tensioner, etc while I was at it - the list went on.
Sorted m ...

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Topic: Back to Audi in 2023
Barnz Replies: 0 Views: 23430	Forum: Introduce Yourself- and your car(s)! Posted: Wed Apr 05, 2023 4:22 pm Subject: Back to Audi in 2023
Barnz Replies: 0 Views: 23430	Hi all, it's been a few years (almost 8 to be exact) but I am now back into four rings ownership. I bought an A6 3.0Tdi Avant Quattro. If there's anyone active in 2023 in the southern area - Hampshi ...
Topic: a4 2.5 tdi auto 1999.
Barnz Replies: 2 Views: 9791	Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Thu Feb 21, 2013 11:40 pm Subject: a4 2.5 tdi auto 1999.
Barnz Replies: 2 Views: 9791	Hi, I have always driven autos because I only have an auto licence. The Audi tiptronic box doesn't have a sport mode, but adapts to your driving style. Sorry to say the autos are known for their pro ...
Topic: stuck thermostat
Barnz Replies: 14 Views: 38963	Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Thu Feb 21, 2013 11:33 pm Subject: stuck thermostat
Barnz Replies: 14 Views: 38963	Wondering the same thing on my new toy (A4 2.8 30v ACK) which has a fluctuating temp - right down to 60 on the motorway, but never overheats. Having searched the forums, I think it's the stat but also ...
Topic: A4 B5 1.9 tdi AFN coolant issue
Barnz Replies: 0 Views: 4256	Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Sat May 12, 2012 5:43 pm Subject: A4 B5 1.9 tdi AFN coolant issue
Barnz Replies: 0 Views: 4256	98 Audi A4 1.9 tdi showing 142k miles but history suggests it may have done more. The car runs very well - starts first time, is very economical and performs perfectly except one issue which is frust ...
Topic: A4 B5 Centre display (DIS) replacement.
Barnz Replies: 10 Views: 62449	Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Fri May 11, 2012 12:52 pm Subject: A4 B5 Centre display (DIS) replacement.
Barnz Replies: 10 Views: 62449	Nice work, well done. I'll make that a sticky as it's such a common issue. Cheers for that - 2 days in and it is still working - can't help but looking at it during driving - simple things make ...
Topic: Water Loss
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 8740	Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Fri Aug 12, 2011 10:10 pm Subject: Water Loss
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 8740	Hi, Sorry to drag this one up again but I still have the same problem. Head gasket test done, no problem. No visible major leaks out of the rad or under the car. cdavant did you get your problem so ...
Topic: Water Loss
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 8740	Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Mon Apr 11, 2011 12:15 am Subject: Water Loss
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 8740	Hi cdavant, sorry no answer here but I have the same issue - losing water and oil deposits on the inside of the header tank. No water in oil though, someone told me it could be head gasket or porous h ...
Topic: help on a part no.
Barnz Replies: 7 Views: 6188	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Wed Nov 29, 2006 1:27 am Subject: help on a part no.
Barnz Replies: 7 Views: 6188	Mikes2 is right, that number you quote is a Bosch number, they're all 10 digit. Barnz (ex Euro Car Parts employee)
Topic: Oil Pressure warning light
Barnz Replies: 6 Views: 11056	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Tue May 31, 2005 12:48 pm Subject: Oil Pressure warning light
Barnz Replies: 6 Views: 11056	This happened on my Coupe a while back. Did exactly as you suggest, came on at over 2k rpm then might stay on, but didn't happen all the time. I tested the oil pressure - with thanks to IanW for the ...
Topic: Central locking
Barnz Replies: 6 Views: 7749	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2005 2:11 pm Subject: Central locking
Barnz Replies: 6 Views: 7749	Yeah driver's lock works fine from passenger side, so think I'll get the door trim off the driver's side at the weekend and see if the lock to switch connections are ok. Since problem started it works ...
Topic: Central locking
Barnz Replies: 6 Views: 7749	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Wed Mar 23, 2005 2:21 pm Subject: Central locking
Barnz Replies: 6 Views: 7749	Thanks Mikes2.. will check that over Easter. Black one as a mate of mine has just bought a black Coupe similar to mine but needs a tailgate - don't wanna break mine! Cheers guys
Topic: Central locking
Barnz Replies: 6 Views: 7749	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Tue Mar 22, 2005 2:25 pm Subject: Central locking
Barnz Replies: 6 Views: 7749	I went to open the Coupe up at the weekend and only the driver's door unlocked, ie. the driver's lock not operating the whole central locking system. I've seen on ETKA that the car has a central pump ...
Topic: Avus wheel upgrade for Audi 80 coupe
Barnz Replies: 12 Views: 10393	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Tue Mar 22, 2005 2:20 pm Subject: Avus wheel upgrade for Audi 80 coupe
Barnz Replies: 12 Views: 10393	I've got Cabrio 16" 8-spokes on my Coupe at the moment, I'll have a look tonight for the part number and post tomorrow.
Topic: auto 20v
Barnz Replies: 7 Views: 5221	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Wed Mar 09, 2005 2:30 pm Subject: auto 20v
Barnz Replies: 7 Views: 5221	Having owned a 20v auto Coupe for the last 4 years, I've had no trouble with the gearbox. Can only drive autos due to a disability, but the car pulls well, and as long as you change the box oil every ...
Topic: exaust rattle?
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 5945	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Wed Oct 13, 2004 1:03 pm Subject: exaust rattle?
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 5945	Hey First Audi, I had this on my 20v Coupe, thought it was the cat giving up, but turned out to be the first small silencer behind the cat which was completely rusted. Now replaced the whole system c ...
Topic: autocheck oil warning
Barnz Replies: 4 Views: 3628	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Fri Oct 01, 2004 1:03 pm Subject: autocheck oil warning
Barnz Replies: 4 Views: 3628	Lee, My Coupe is doing that oil warning thing as well and has been for a while. If I go to start it but leave the ignition on for about 5-6 secs then the warning comes on... used not to do that. If ...
Topic: Engine code on audi 80
Barnz Replies: 10 Views: 13790	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Wed Sep 29, 2004 1:01 pm Subject: Engine code on audi 80
Barnz Replies: 10 Views: 13790	Engine code can be found on the sticker under the carpet in the boot - just below tailgate/boot. Barney
Topic: D reg Audi 100 CD Avant - worth £40?
Barnz Replies: 7 Views: 9779	Forum: Audi 100, 200, A6, S4 (Audi 100 based) and V8 Posted: Wed Aug 11, 2004 3:17 pm Subject: D reg Audi 100 CD Avant - worth £40?
Barnz Replies: 7 Views: 9779	That's the problem we've had Eddie. All the avants I've seen people breaking are miles away. The 1 or 2 down here have been stripped already or are in v. poor condition. Thanks for your reply. I'll be ...
Topic: D reg Audi 100 CD Avant - worth £40?
Barnz Replies: 7 Views: 9779	Forum: Audi 100, 200, A6, S4 (Audi 100 based) and V8 Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2004 12:40 pm Subject: D reg Audi 100 CD Avant - worth £40?
Barnz Replies: 7 Views: 9779	[quote="Barnz"] as he careered past not looking where he was going.... - the transit driver not the old man I hasten to add... LOL
Topic: D reg Audi 100 CD Avant - worth £40?
Barnz Replies: 7 Views: 9779	Forum: Audi 100, 200, A6, S4 (Audi 100 based) and V8 Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2004 12:38 pm Subject: D reg Audi 100 CD Avant - worth £40?
Barnz Replies: 7 Views: 9779	If you wanna sell the driver's rear door glass I'm still looking for a spare for my old man's 100 CD Avant (Not looked that hard for a while admittedly). The last attempt to get one came in broken and ...
Topic: I Love my Audi
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 4484	Forum: General Chit Chat Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2004 12:33 pm Subject: I Love my Audi
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 4484	Whatever Koop20v is on, I'd like some.... quick! Nice one Koop! Love my Audi too, but might get a V6 soon tho - hmmm but do I wanna sell it or have 2??? Mr Bank Manager??? Hello???
Topic: power steering fluid leak..
Barnz Replies: 10 Views: 10472	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2004 12:30 pm Subject: power steering fluid leak..
Barnz Replies: 10 Views: 10472	Sounds good Gez but problem is I can't find a min or max level mark. Thanks for post tho.
Topic: power steering fluid leak..
Barnz Replies: 10 Views: 10472	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Thu Aug 05, 2004 2:12 pm Subject: power steering fluid leak..
Barnz Replies: 10 Views: 10472	Wow this is an old post. I remember this! Well the leak hasn't got any worse, which is good. Don't know why. Does anyone know where I'm supposed to fill up the reservoir to? My reservoir is black a ...
Topic: Hadrian panels
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 6644	Forum: series2: 80, 90, Coupe Forum- including UR and Sport quattro Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2004 1:20 pm Subject: Hadrian panels
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 6644	I see you're in Gloucestershire... unfortunately our branches don't delivery/post that far, but Hadrian have a "nearest stockist" page which I'm sure you've seen. If you need more help & advice, talk ...
Topic: 20V 2.3 Coupe Flat Spot
Barnz Replies: 59 Views: 35639	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2004 1:12 pm Subject: 20V 2.3 Coupe Flat Spot
Barnz Replies: 59 Views: 35639	Can't see that anyone's mentioned, but only skimmed thru the thread.... the plugs mentioned are in the driver's footwell just above the accel pedal in my 20v... I've got 3 plugs. Am I lucky?? See ...
Topic: The S2 has landed
Barnz Replies: 27 Views: 18347	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2004 2:08 pm Subject: The S2 has landed
Barnz Replies: 27 Views: 18347	Looks a brilliant car mate.... not jealous at all HO HO HO. See you at Tatton - am trying to make it up there this time!
Topic: Replacing the exhaust manifold
Barnz Replies: 6 Views: 4629	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2004 1:59 pm Subject: Replacing the exhaust manifold
Barnz Replies: 6 Views: 4629	Hi MadDog, Do you mean copper or brass nuts? I used brass when rebuilding my Coupe after grazing my knuckles trying to get the b*ggers off... but then that's my fault for buying a 20v eh? Still ...
Topic: Hadrian panels
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 6644	Forum: series2: 80, 90, Coupe Forum- including UR and Sport quattro Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2004 1:51 pm Subject: Hadrian panels
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 6644	Looking in the catalogue (I still prefer paper catalogues, I know very 20th century) I can see the following: 0508514&515 - 514 RH 515 LH these presumably go up to the swage line just underneath the ...
Topic: Hadrian panels
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 6644	Forum: series2: 80, 90, Coupe Forum- including UR and Sport quattro Posted: Thu Jul 29, 2004 1:45 pm Subject: Hadrian panels
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 6644	If you need help sourcing parts from Hadrian, I work for a factor who is a Hadrian agent. I don't work in sales now, but have sold Hadrian in the past with very few problems. They're very popular with ...
Topic: Smokin' 100
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 5287	Forum: Audi 100, 200, A6, S4 (Audi 100 based) and V8 Posted: Wed Jul 21, 2004 4:44 pm Subject: Smokin' 100
Barnz Replies: 5 Views: 5287	Hi, Loco's about right. My Coupe cost me £100-150 to sort the head - new valve guides & light skim, gasket set was £60, then cam belt, tensioner, etc while I was at it - the list went on. Sorted m ...