[s-cars] Re: S-CAR-List digest, Vol 1 #1187 - 14 msgs

Wed Mar 19 09:05:10 EST 2003

Hey james,
Replace the steering wheel with the Momo one. No airbag, no fuss. I was
always afraid it might deploy without warning and old airbag technology is
not verry safe for your head and face. or simply disconnect it. A Momo will
cost you about $500 including the nice hub. Get the one that can match your
wood or carbon fiber.
Soup again today?
J.
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>    1. Re: emissions....so close! (Joseph Pizzimenti)
>    2. S6 Noises (No Spam)
>    3. RE: S6 Noises (Lee Levitt)
>    4. Re: Brake Tool continued (Dan Simoes)
>    5. super fine A6 2.7 for sale (Chad Hall)
>    6. super fine A6/attached link (Chad Hall)
>    7. A6 for sale/correct link!!! (Chad Hall)
>    8. Low boost / Heavy load stumble (Walsh, Edward)
>    9. Re: Re: [urq] Anyone got a gripe about me? (Dan Simoes)
>   10. Re: FW: GP question... (DOUGLAS LANDAETA)
>   11. Airbags... anybody read that sticker about replacement? (James
Murray (LMC))
>   12. RE: Airbags... anybody read that sticker about replacement? (Bob
Rossato)
>   13. RE: Tires/Wheels (TM)
>   14. RE: S6 Noises (Fred Munro)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 08:52:02 -0800 (PST)
> From: Joseph Pizzimenti <pizzoman at yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: [s-cars] emissions....so close!
> To: Sandy Sligh <sdslig at yahoo.com>, s-car-list at audifans.com
>
> Gee, Sandy, that kind of looks like my test results
> when I tried to pass inspection with no cats.  ;-)
> Did Brucie leave the test pipe on?
>
> Joey Smellypipes
> --- Sandy Sligh <sdslig at yahoo.com> wrote:
> > Yeah, what I meant to say is:
> >
> > I just got back from failing my VA emissions test.
> > nothing too severe I think and it should be
> > relatively
> > easy to remedy. I wanted to post the results and see
> > if anyone had any suggestions or has BTDT
> >
> > Here are the results. I hope they come out alright:
> >
> >     |IdleLimit|IdleTest|||SpeedLimit|SpeedTest|
> > HC  |  220    | 447    |||   220    |  151    |
> > CO  |  1.20   | .93    |||   1.20   |  1.15   |
> >     -------------------------------------------
> >
> > As you can see, I failed the idle HC test. The S4
> > could use an oil change. Might take a look at the
> > plugs and at the next tech event, try and hunt
> > around
> > for any possible vacuum leaks. Perhaps a new O2
> > sensor
> > is in order?
> >
> > Thanks for any help
> >
> >
> > Sandy Sligh
> > 93 S4 (RS2'd out)
> >
> > --- Lee Levitt <lee at wheelman.com> wrote:
> > > Jill writes:
> > >
> > > [stuff snipped]
> > >
> > > *Jill*?
> > >
> > > There's a *lady* on this list?
> > >
> > > Oops!
> > >
> > > :)
> > >
> > > Lee
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> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 09:15:18 -0800 (PST)
> From: No Spam <bnautical at yahoo.com>
> To: s-car-list at audifans.com
> Subject: [s-cars] S6 Noises
>
> My 1995 S6 is now past the 100K mile mark and
> continues to perform and impress. I run Mobil 1 and
> try and keep things in order as far as maintenance. It
> is picking up a rattle here and there, but one in
> particular has been around for a while (since @75K
> miles).
> On starting and at cold idle the engine has a fairly
> loud rattling sound. Kick up the revs and it goes away
> until it gets back to idle, then it rattles again. I
> thought about the fuel injectors or the valves/cams.
> Any ideas? Any concerns I should have?
> Also who is a good source for seat heater parts? Door
> rubber to reduce wind noise?
> Thank you for your help ahead of time.
>
> ++++ Ron ++++
>
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> Message: 3
> Reply-To: <lee at wheelman.com>
> From: "Lee Levitt" <lee at wheelman.com>
> To: "No Spam" <bnautical at yahoo.com>, <s-car-list at audifans.com>
> Subject: RE: [s-cars] S6 Noises
> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 12:44:49 -0500
>
> Ron,
>
> The first pipe aft of the exhaust manifold has a heat shield attached.
These
> tend to get rattly. Bend it or clamp it on with hose clamps, and your
rattle
> might go away.
>
> Lee
> '95.5 S6 avant
> '96 A6 quattro avant
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: s-car-list-admin at audifans.com
> > [mailto:s-car-list-admin at audifans.com]On Behalf Of No Spam
> > Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2003 12:15 PM
> > To: s-car-list at audifans.com
> > Subject: [s-cars] S6 Noises
> >
> >
> > My 1995 S6 is now past the 100K mile mark and
> > continues to perform and impress. I run Mobil 1 and
> > try and keep things in order as far as maintenance. It
> > is picking up a rattle here and there, but one in
> > particular has been around for a while (since @75K
> > miles).
> > On starting and at cold idle the engine has a fairly
> > loud rattling sound. Kick up the revs and it goes away
> > until it gets back to idle, then it rattles again. I
> > thought about the fuel injectors or the valves/cams.
> > Any ideas? Any concerns I should have?
> > Also who is a good source for seat heater parts? Door
> > rubber to reduce wind noise?
> > Thank you for your help ahead of time.
> >
> > ++++ Ron ++++
> >
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> Message: 4
> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 12:53:07 -0500
> From: Dan Simoes <dans at audifans.com>
> To: Franco Barber <feb at febsun.cmhnet.org>
> Cc: "<s-car-list-request at audifans.com>" <s-car-list at audifans.com>
> Subject: Re: [s-cars] Brake Tool continued
>
> For the same price or less I can get you guys a fantastic rear brake
> tool of much higher quality.
> Any interest?
>
> Franco Barber wrote:
> >
> > Here's another brake caliper tool from Northern Tool.
> > It's 40 bucks (+shipping), and it's universal (11 pcs).
> >
> >
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId
=6970&langId=-1&catalogId=4006970&PHOTOS=on&TEST=Y&productId=47621&categoryI
d=78106
> >
> > Franco
> >
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> Message: 5
> From: "Chad Hall" <outex at charter.net>
> To: <s-car-list at audifans.com>
> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 12:57:47 -0500
> Subject: [s-cars] super fine A6 2.7 for sale
>
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> I checked out this local (Charleston, WV) 2000 A6 2.7tt **6 speed** and
was=
>  amazed at how solid the car was.  63k miles but drove and smelled almost
n=
> ew.  P/O had installed a short shift kit (really nice) but nothing else.
H=
> andling and brakes were much better than my car but I didn't truly
understa=
> nd how happy (for now) I am with my car until after the A6 test drive.
The=
>  A6 is a helluva platform for smooth, powerful motoring (when hopped up)
bu=
> t I kinda dig how ornery my S6 is.  They are asking $23,950 and have a
litt=
> le room (maybe $1k off?) but the high book is $30k and trade-in is around
$=
> 26k.  Car has new rotors/pads and new Conti's, excellent met.blue paint.
I=
>  have NO interest in the sale other than wanting this car to go to someone
=
> who will appreciate it (re: build the bejesus out of it!).  I would be
happ=
> y to get the VIN or any questions answered if anyone is interested.
>
>
> Signing off,
>
> Chad Hall
> '95 S6
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> Message: 6
> From: "Chad Hall" <outex at charter.net>
> To: <s-car-list at audifans.com>
> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 15:01:31 -0500
> Subject: [s-cars] super fine A6/attached link
>
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> Forgot to attach the link for A6 2.7tt:
>
> http://www.bertwolfeporsche.com/porscheaudi/Results.asp
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> Message: 7
> From: "Chad Hall" <outex at charter.net>
> To: <s-car-list at audifans.com>
> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 15:26:24 -0500
> Subject: [s-cars] A6 for sale/correct link!!!
>
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>
http://www.bertwolfeporsche.com/porscheaudi/profile.asp?VIN=4B45DEUAW895800N
Y&NewUsed=1
>
> I HOPE this finally gets through.  Sorry for the problems earlier, the
dealer's site doesn't always put you through to the link intended.  Truly
worth a look for anyone interested.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Chad Hall
> --
>
>
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> Message: 8
> From: "Walsh, Edward" <edward.walsh at agedwards.com>
> To: "'s-car-list at audifans.com'" <s-car-list at audifans.com>
> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 15:59:54 -0500
> Subject: [s-cars] Low boost / Heavy load stumble
>
> Seems like there have been a bunch of questions on this subject, so I'll
> throw my hat in the ring as well.
>
> My MTM 1+ S6 will miss at times (usually under hard boost/heavy load in
> gears 3/4/5). When the engine does this, the ECU will dial back boost and
> the car accelerates like a Taurus.... Then all of a sudden, the motor
> "clears its throat" and there is a noticeable jolt of power as boost
> rebounds.  I does sounds and feel as if the plug connectors are not making
> good contact or as if there has water in the spark plug cavity (There is
> definitely not a problem with plugs, connectors or water. I had a 92 S4
with
> a broken spark plug connector and it would stumble and miss off and on
> boost, the S6 will only miss with heavy throttle). Gentle acceleration
never
> causes any missing. Peak boost in 2nd gear will sometimes spike to 22psi,
> but boost at highway speeds in 5th gear undulates a bunch (boost will hit
> 18, then back to 15, then slowly to 20). The car also surges a lot at
lower
> boost levels (bypass OK). Overall Power is also off.
> Plugs and connectors are new (plugs nice and tight). Car just passed
> emissions and (I kid you not) pulled down a Zero PPM in every category.
Car
> has no codes. I am thinking weak MAF (I use stock paper filter) or Coils
or
> some other ignition related failure.... Any ideas where I can look/test?
> Thank you, Ed
>
>
>
>
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> Message: 9
> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 17:32:25 -0500
> From: Dan Simoes <dans at audifans.com>
> To: Linus Toy <linust at mindspring.com>
> Cc: QSHIPQ at aol.com, hubbardt at selway.umt.edu, ur.quattro at verizon.net,
> s-car-list at audifans.com, johkar at teleport.com, urq at audifans.com
> Subject: Re: [s-cars] Re: [urq] Anyone got a gripe about me?
>
> I agree with Linus.
> Let's drop the hostilities please.  Remember that this is a public
> forum.
>
>
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> Message: 10
> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 17:49:54 -0500
> From: DOUGLAS LANDAETA <landaeta1 at comcast.net>
> Subject: Re: [s-cars] FW: GP question...
> To: Cody Payne <Cody.Payne at bconnected.com>
> Cc: "'S-Car-List (E-mail)" <s-car-list at audifans.com>
>
> Just confirming... for my daily driver, no track use, Do I want the
> Ctech 1144's? I know I want clean wheels - low brake dust on my 18" S8
> wheels and no obnoxious squealing noises (some upon cold starts is
> okay). The increased stopping power is for 1) emergency/panic stops and
> 2)rapid reduction in speed from about 100-105 to below 70 as soon as
> the V1 goes off. Perhaps if I hide in other traffic quickly enough,
> I'll escape!? any thoughts, BTDTs?
>
> Doug
> 94 S4
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Cody Payne <Cody.Payne at bconnected.com>
> Date: Monday, March 17, 2003 10:13 am
> Subject: [s-cars] FW: GP question...
>
> > Answer to anyone's concern about the Mintex Red Pads on the ECS GP
> > for the Stage2 and Stage3 kit.  Yes the CTech 1144's are available
> > for $50 more
> >
> > Get your name in now ;-)
> >
> > cp
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: ECS Tuning [andyeuro at mindspring.com]
> > Sent: Monday, March 17, 2003 7:45 AM
> > To: Cody Payne
> > Subject: Re: GP question...
> >
> >
> > Yes C tech 1144's are available for $50.00  extra on either kit
> >
> > Tom
> >
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Cody Payne" <Cody.Payne at bconnected.com>
> > To: <andyeuro at mindspring.com>
> > Sent: Friday, March 14, 2003 4:27 PM
> > Subject: GP question...
> >
> >
> > Tom,
> > Do you have the C-Tech 1144's available as an upgrade option per
> > the concern
> > of one lister below?
> >
> > cp
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: jimk at spotgraphicsinc.com [jimk at spotgraphicsinc.com]
> > Sent: Friday, March 14, 2003 2:23 PM
> > To: Cody Payne
> > Cc: s-car-list at audifans.com
> > Subject: Re: [s-cars] Its Official: ECS GP on Stage2 and Stage3
> > Big Red
> > Kits
> >
> >
> > C-Tech upgrade - VERY worthwhile in my opinion ( I did it) BUT I would
> > recommend the 1144 compound for MOST people.  I believe what he will
> > supply is the 1155 compound which is MUCH harsher and comes with a
> > MUCHbigger warning label in regard to not driving on public roads with
> > them.  Last time I checked, Tom was not aware that there was another
> > compound besides the 1155 but there should be no reason why he
> > can't get
> > it.  There are actually two others, 1144 and 1166,  I picked up a
> > set of
> > the 1144's at a Porsche shop and have been VERY happy with them on the
> > street and one track weekend at Laguna Seca.  I'd venture that the
> > 1155's will wear down the rotors pretty quickly, and at $350/set of
> > rotors in the Stage 3 kit, that's a big penalty if you're not really
> > going to use them as intended.
> >
> >
> >
> >
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> Message: 11
> From: "James Murray (LMC)" <James.Murray at ericsson.ca>
> To: s-car-list at audifans.com
> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 18:58:20 -0500
> Subject: [s-cars] Airbags... anybody read that sticker about replacement?
>
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> So recently the little sticker under my driver's side sunvisor got me
think=
> ing... so what are you suppose to do when these airbags get old?
>
> My car is now 10 years old, and the sticker says Airbags must be replaced
a=
> fter 10 years...
>
> Any thoughts on the matter !?
>
> Cheers, /Jamu.
>
> P=2ES. Don't flame me, but I'm not a big fan of Airbags (I was thinking of
=
> replacing my steering wheel with a Momo or something nice and getting rid
o=
> f the old airbag. Yes I think they can make a difference in a severe
crash,=
>  but I also think they can do as much harm in a lesser crash or in other
co=
> nditions... plus I always wear my seat belt !
>
> --__--__--
>
> Message: 12
> From: "Bob Rossato" <bob.rossato at att.net>
> To: "James Murray (LMC)" <James.Murray at ericsson.ca>,
> <s-car-list at audifans.com>
> Subject: RE: [s-cars] Airbags... anybody read that sticker about
replacement?
> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 19:52:42 -0500
>
> As I recall, Audi has extended the life of the air bags to 15 years
> retroactively.  So you don't have to worry about it for another 5
> years....by which time you won't be able to buy replacement parts anyway
;-)
>
> Bob
>
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: s-car-list-admin at audifans.com
> > [mailto:s-car-list-admin at audifans.com]On Behalf Of James Murray (LMC)
> > Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2003 6:58 PM
> > To: s-car-list at audifans.com
> > Subject: [s-cars] Airbags... anybody read that sticker about
> > replacement?
> >
> >
> > This message is in MIME format. Since your mail reader does not
understand
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> > So recently the little sticker under my driver's side sunvisor
> > got me thinking... so what are you suppose to do when these
> > airbags get old?
> >
> > My car is now 10 years old, and the sticker says Airbags must be
> > replaced after 10 years...
> >
> > Any thoughts on the matter !?
> >
> > Cheers, /Jamu.
> >
> > P.S. Don't flame me, but I'm not a big fan of Airbags (I was
> > thinking of replacing my steering wheel with a Momo or something
> > nice and getting rid of the old airbag. Yes I think they can make
> > a difference in a severe crash, but I also think they can do as
> > much harm in a lesser crash or in other conditions... plus I
> > always wear my seat belt !
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> Message: 13
> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 20:15:34 -0500
> From: TM <t44tq at mindspring.com>
> Subject: RE: [s-cars] Tires/Wheels
> To: 'CyberPoet' <thecyberpoet at cyberpoet.net>, s-car-list at audifans.com
>
> Marc-
> There have been quite a few discussions about wheel weight
> and unsprung weight and how it affects handling.
>
> Unfortunately, it is quite expensive to get a lightweight wheel
> in a larger size.
>
> As for the bigger is better thing, I've experienced significant
> improvements in ultimate grip by going to a larger tire/wheel
> combination.
> I'm much happier with my car shod with 255/40R17 rather than the stock
> 215/60R15 and I've noticed a significant improvement when going from my
> old 225/45R17 to 255/40R17.
>
> I've also noticed significant degradation in ride quality when running
> my winter 28lb. Avus wheels vs. my summer 22lb. wheels.
>
> IMHO, you have very little to gain by going to a 18" wheel, although
> unfortunately, there are very few aftermarket 16 and 17" wheels in
> a 5x112 bolt pattern and significantly wider than stock and currently
> produced.
>
> I think a 245/45R16 on a 16x8.5 or 16x9 wheel would do just as well as
> a 17x8.5 or 17x9 with a 255/40R17, but that is pure speculation on my
> behalf.
>
> For my next set of wheels I am looking to go to a 17x8.5 or 17x9 with
> a target of sub-19lb. if possible.
>
> Taka
>
>
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>
> Message: 14
> From: "Fred Munro" <munrof at sympatico.ca>
> To: "No Spam" <bnautical at yahoo.com>, <s-car-list at audifans.com>
> Subject: RE: [s-cars] S6 Noises
> Date: Tue, 18 Mar 2003 20:21:08 -0500
>
> Might be lifter noise, Ron, it is fairly common in the I-5 engines. The
AAN
> engine seems less prone to it than other I-5s. Make sure your oil level is
> up, the oil is changed regularly, and you use the OEM or equivalent oil
> filter with the anti-drainback valve.
>
> Fred Munro
> '94 S4
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: s-car-list-admin at audifans.com
> [mailto:s-car-list-admin at audifans.com]On Behalf Of No Spam
> Sent: March 18, 2003 12:15 PM
> To: s-car-list at audifans.com
> Subject: [s-cars] S6 Noises
>
>
> My 1995 S6 is now past the 100K mile mark and
> continues to perform and impress. I run Mobil 1 and
> try and keep things in order as far as maintenance. It
> is picking up a rattle here and there, but one in
> particular has been around for a while (since @75K
> miles).
> On starting and at cold idle the engine has a fairly
> loud rattling sound. Kick up the revs and it goes away
> until it gets back to idle, then it rattles again. I
> thought about the fuel injectors or the valves/cams.
> Any ideas? Any concerns I should have?
> Also who is a good source for seat heater parts? Door
> rubber to reduce wind noise?
> Thank you for your help ahead of time.
>
> ++++ Ron ++++
>
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