[s-cars] My new '95 S6 Avant...

[Matthew Russell]

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On Nov 5, 2011 David wrote:

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> Hey guys...
> After an extended hiatus due to an '09 A4 that met an untimely demise, I'm
> back. My V8 is long gone (sniff), so this time it's a '95 S6 avant. I've got
> some questions that hopefully have been addressed enough such that no real
> thinking is involved...

Welcome to the 5 cyl world, I (we) know you'll enjoy your stay. 

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> -- Has a consensus been reached as far as what the best HP chip is for an
> otherwise stock motor?

Most would recommend a "stage 1" or "stage 1+" chip upgrade, which is considered a best bang for buck mod. 
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> -- Before (or along with) a performance chip, am I a knucklehead for not
> doing some other mod (intake/exhaust/intercooler/turbo/etc)?

Advise a rs2 exhaust manifold, not necessary but highly recommended as #5 exhaust valves run a bit hotter with the US stock ex manifold. Plus you'll be ready for the "slippery slope" as things progress...

> -- How about lowering springs? 

Sure, euro S6+ or replica springs, also popular are 92 s4 (harder to get right on avants as the rear requires a spacer) H&Rs or eibachs. 

> -- And how's this for a newbie question: does this thing have an
> intercooler?  I didn't see one, but didn't look all that closely.

Yes, look in front of your LH front wheel well from under the LH side. There's a "scoop" of sorts and there-in lies the side mounted intercooler. Front mounts are a popular mod. 

This is not a dead email list, but more quiet than it was 10 years ago. Recommend you check out the quattroworld forums, there's a well written FAQ with much more info on chips, suspension, etc. 

http://forums.quattroworld.com/s4s6/

HTH,
-Matt, CO
95.5 s6 A

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> In case it's not obvious, I've never owned a turbo 5-cyl before. so any
> beginner pointers would obviously be appreciated.
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> -DaveC. in Delaware-
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