[BiturboS4] re: transmissions (mrdezign@netscape.net)

[David Pramanik]

Just going by the info I saw on Audiworld.   Either way, I agree that the
transmissions are a weakpoint on the S4s.

-Dave Pramanik


----- Original Message -----
From: "Erik J. Engstrom" <engstrom at rawbw.com>
To: "David Pramanik" <dap128 at hotmail.com>; <biturbos4 at audifans.com>
Sent: Tuesday, December 31, 2002 1:46 PM
Subject: RE: [BiturboS4] re: transmissions (mrdezign at netscape.net)


> According to my documentation, my service team and my tuning shop they are
> not. They are Audi designed and manufactured. I have an 01. It would be
nice
> if this were a Getrag-6 and I can assure you. IT ISN'T.
>
> Thanks for your helpful input.
>
> Erik
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: David Pramanik [mailto:dap128 at hotmail.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, December 31, 2002 10:34 AM
> To: Erik J. Engstrom; biturbos4 at audifans.com
> Subject: Re: [BiturboS4] re: transmissions (mrdezign at netscape.net)
>
>
> Ummm... the S4 manual transmissions are made by Getrag.
>
>
http://www.getrag.de/frameset.htm?http://www.getrag.de/econtentlink/02_produ
> kte/02_01_manuelle_schaltgetriebe/index.htm
>
> -Dave Pramanik
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Erik J. Engstrom" <engstrom at rawbw.com>
> To: <biturbos4 at audifans.com>
> Sent: Tuesday, December 31, 2002 12:42 PM
> Subject: [BiturboS4] re: transmissions (mrdezign at netscape.net)
>
>
> > karmann,
> >
> > I've been driving Bimmers for about 10 years now and I'm spoilt on the
> > Getrag-5 and 6. That company knows how to make sedan and coupe gearboxes
> in
> > my modest opinion. The Audi gearbox has been causing me pain since I
> bought
> > my 01-S4 in March 01. To quote a famous commercial: "I Can't Believe
It's
> > Not Butter!" because I churn and churn. At 40,000 miles (27K interstate)
> the
> > first, second and reverse gears are getting worn and the clutch is high.
> The
> > dealer is aware and intends to replace at 47-48k.
> >
> > Audi needs to stop making their own gearboxes. They are plain POS. I had
> > this argument on AudiWorld a few years ago, not many listened, I was too
> new
> > to the Audi enthusiasts. I won't be buying another Audi, at least until
> they
> > OEM Getrag.
> >
> > The S4 beats my passengers up badly in all conditions, it's impossible
to
> > drive gently without the car suffering complete emasculation. I've
watched
> > my mother drive the car down the freeway from one of my bimmers behind
> her.
> > She was going so slow and conservative that the car actually swapped
> > badging, replacing the red S with a flat chrome A.
> >
> > You're right about the S4 being superior. My 01 is the single most
amazing
> > car I've driven, but sadly it is far from perfect. (Read: gearbox). Had
I
> > the choice to make again, I would have driven home the Tip.
> >
> > "If you really enjoy driving you just gotta have several cars, each with
> > those unique characteristics that in total satisfy all those "needs"
that
> > "make you" drive in the first place."
> >
> > I agree with you, I have three cars. All are in daily use by my partner,
> > mother or myself. I had a few others, but the economic downturn made me
> > terminate a lease and sell my new BMW's early. I was way in over my head
> > (with cars) and didn't realize it until too late. I was too busy trying
to
> > capture and forgot the pleasure of the chase. How wise your comments
are.
> >
> > "The reality is that if you are driving an S4, no matter what gear box
it
> > has, you are one fortunate SOB. Stop whinnin' and keep drivin'."
> >
> > When things started looking black for my business I had to make some
tough
> > choices. I tried hard to hang on to my Audi. I managed to do it and I'm
> > super grateful that I did. Even though things are looking up, I won't be
> > taking on any new cars for a few years. I've had my fill. I'm spending
> more
> > time working on my pristine 10-20 year old BMW's.
> >
> > "It's not what you drive, it's how much fun YOU have doin' it."
> >
> > Again, great point and a mature perspective. I love my S4 because every
> > single time I get in it, I feel like I'm on my way home from the office
on
> > Friday and I've got a long weekend! It's fun, it's definitely built for
> the
> > driver and I'll always be in love. I know how lucky I am to own one and
> I've
> > fortunately never really been into judging others by their cars. For me,
> the
> > car is my choice... In the last year I really had to work to pay for it
> and
> > it will return my hard with in spades with driving pleasure.
> >
> > I still love Sunday driving in my mint stage 3 E30. I get thousands of
> > stares every time I drive it.
> >
> > Looking forward to the new year, I wish you all a wonderful and safe New
> > Year. May we happily and thoroughly bury Annus Horribilus 2002.
> >
> > Erik
> >
> > _______________________________________________
> > BiturboS4 mailing list
> > BiturboS4 at audifans.com
> > http://www.audifans.com/mailman/listinfo/biturbos4
> >
>
> _______________________________________________
> BiturboS4 mailing list
> BiturboS4 at audifans.com
> http://www.audifans.com/mailman/listinfo/biturbos4
>