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Old 05-24-2007, 10:49 AM
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Default READ HERE FIRST! - good info on your A3

If you are new to the A3, then welcome! Please use this as a link to update yourself with some great discussions on the topics of most interest for our cars. Please feel free to add to each discussion and leave links and thoughts that will further our knowledge.

Breaking in your new car

What type of oil should I use?

How often should Ichange my oil?

First great discussion on 2.0T chipping
Discussion on Chips for the 2.0T
- Here too!- Chip for the A3 3.2L

Air Intake Discussion - 2008

AEM CAI installation with pictures

What are the best CAI, and definitiion? - EVOMS CAI Review

What are the exhausts available for the A3?

What are the best tires & tire sizes for the A3?

Tires cupping or feathering?

2.0Tor 3.2L?or Good discussion here too!

Upgrading to the HID/Xenon headlights?

VAG-COM adjustments for the HID/Xenon headlight installation

After-market bluetooth installation?

Information on the VAG-COM Software/Hardware

VAG-COM adjustment procedures for basic mods

AWE Boost Gauge Info/Installation

Suspension upgrades, to include springs, cups, coilovers:
- KW V2 coilover review and info thread
- H&R Springs review and info thread
- Coilover installation price discussion

Sports Suspension or Premium/Basic?

Steering Assist Mod - For 2006 A3's only

DSG vs Manual?

Extended Warranty and Dealer Maintenance Discussion

Rear Sway Bar Discussion

Is the S3 coming to NA? - Simple Answer> No

What's a BOV/DV?& Another Here

Forge DV - with Pictures

Ashtray Delete DIY w/Pics

Why does my A3 use oil?

Squeaky brakes?

Sudden Power Loss Problem/Discussion

Oil brands that meet the 502 00 Audi spec
Mobil 0w40 is what I use - need to compile list

A3 IPod Integration issues & solutions

Windows leaking water?

Will my chipped A3 beat an EVO?

2006 A3 Data-Options Spec Sheet

Online Part Stores for the A3:
AF Web-site Sponsors
ECS Tuning
Eurocode Tuning
TKO Motorwerks
German Parts Online
AEM

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Old 05-24-2007, 11:33 AM
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Which one is better 3.2 or 2.0T?
DSG vs Manual?
Is the S3 coming to NA?
Is there a manual 3.2?
Is there a 2.0T Q?
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Will my chipped A3 beat an EVO?
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Old 05-24-2007, 12:08 PM
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Which one is better 3.2 or 2.0T?
DSG vs Manual?
Is the S3 coming to NA?
Is there a manual 3.2?
Is there a 2.0T Q?
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Will my chipped A3 beat an EVO?
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Definitely some great questions. The answer to one might save some embarrassment later on the street.

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Old 05-24-2007, 09:24 PM
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So I guess you got tired of me PM you with all noob questions, hey?

Thanks Chef! (you have to say this the South Park way with a little bit of irony in it)

On a serious note, I would add link to website for Audi accessories, upgrades, etc.I know there is a section but it is not really easy to find stuff or updated. And I would love to start the DSG vs. Manual thread.......

Added:
If you are going to talk about the S3, then why not the TDI and convertible??? But isn’t that the rumor section?
I am guessing that most people are always wandering about the warranty issue when modding. Something that has also being discussed is the maintenance program that Audi has: 5K, 15K, 25K… You may also want to add links to the DIY section: de-badging, how to detail your car, etc…

Added again:
Apaprently the DSG vs. manual is going to get a little tougher that now VW is going to debut the 7 speed box...
http://www.autoblog.com/2007/05/25/v...t-end-of-year/
http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/news.ph...733&page=1
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Old 05-25-2007, 12:27 AM
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Default RE: A3 Newbies Info Link

I don't have any problem answering questions for Audi enthusiasts. It's just that the same questions keep popping up again and again, and I'd like to make a quick and easy referrence for the most popular items. Hopefully we can add to those threads and make them better as well.

I think we need a separate thread for the DIY items. That can be added later.

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Old 05-25-2007, 01:09 AM
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LoL some of those posts were started by me, does that make me a total noob or what [8D][8D][8D]

P.S. I think some of the links are screwy. These are mashed together for some reason:

Chip for the A3 3.2L
What tires fit the A3, including offset?
What are the best CAI, and definitiion?

and these:

Why does my A3 use oil?
Will my chipped A3 beat an EVO?

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Old 05-25-2007, 02:38 AM
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Your chipped A3 will beat an EVO when you are smoking whatever odroggy is.
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odroggy, was that the list of recommended websites or just your mod list so you can beat your Evo friend?
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