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
(http://www.audiforums.com/m_174306/tm.htm)
What type of oil should I use? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_693252/tm.htm)

How often should Ichange my oil? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_822237/tm.htm)

First great discussion on 2.0T chipping
Discussion on Chips for the 2.0T (http://www.audiforums.com/m_299100/tm.htm) - Here too! (http://www.audiforums.com/m_393548/tm.htm)- Chip for the A3 3.2L (http://www.audiforums.com/m_529275/tm.htm)

Air Intake Discussion - 2008 (http://www.audiforums.com/m_798213/tm.htm)

AEM CAI installation with pictures
(http://www.audiforums.com/m_803424/tm.htm)
What are the best CAI, and definitiion? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_470186/tm.htm) - EVOMS CAI Review (http://www.audiforums.com/m_346754/tm.htm)

What are the exhausts available for the A3? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_513806/tm.htm)

What are the best tires & tire sizes for the A3? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_535726/tm.htm)

Tires cupping or feathering? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_479145/tm.htm)

2.0Tor 3.2L? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_519983/tm.htm)or Good discussion here too! (http://www.audiforums.com/m_384335/tm.htm)

Upgrading to the HID/Xenon headlights? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_384335/tm.htm)

VAG-COM adjustments for the HID/Xenon headlight installation (http://www.audiforums.com/m_638315/tm.htm)

After-market bluetooth installation?

Information on the VAG-COM Software/Hardware (http://www.ross-tech.com/vag-com/index.html)

VAG-COM adjustment procedures for basic mods (http://oooo-a3.blogspot.com/2006/06/vag-com-coding-reference.html)

AWE Boost Gauge Info/Installation (http://www.audiforums.com/m_513434/tm.htm)

Suspension upgrades, to include springs, cups, coilovers:
- KW V2 coilover review and info thread (http://www.audiforums.com/m_539039/tm.htm)
- H&R Springs review and info thread (http://www.audiforums.com/m_540712/tm.htm)
- Coilover installation price discussion (http://www.audiforums.com/m_898930/tm.htm)

Sports Suspension or Premium/Basic? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_513369/tm.htm)

Steering Assist Mod - For 2006 A3's only (http://www.audiforums.com/m_299826/tm.htm)

DSG vs Manual? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_293220/tm.htm)

Extended Warranty and Dealer Maintenance Discussion (http://www.audiforums.com/m_379692/tm.htm)

Rear Sway Bar Discussion (http://www.audiforums.com/m_421732/tm.htm)

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

What's a BOV/DV? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_419679/tm.htm)& Another Here (http://www.audiforums.com/m_526541/tm.htm)

Forge DV - with Pictures
(http://www.audiforums.com/m_558246/tm.htm)
Ashtray Delete DIY w/Pics (http://www.audiforums.com/m_781259/tm.htm)

Why does my A3 use oil? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_7326/tm.htm)

Squeaky brakes? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_718331/tm.htm)

Sudden Power Loss Problem/Discussion (http://www.audiforums.com/m_591180/tm.htm)

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

A3 IPod Integration issues & solutions (http://www.audiforums.com/m_363976/tm.htm)

Windows leaking water? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_637991/tm.htm)

Will my chipped A3 beat an EVO? (http://www.audiforums.com/m_539003/tm.htm)

Online Part Stores for the A3:
AF Web-site Sponsors (http://www.audiforums.com/sponsors/)
ECS Tuning (http://www.ecstuning.com/)
Eurocode Tuning (http://www.ecodetuning.com/shop/cart.php?m=product_list&c=183)
TKO Motorwerks (http://www.tkomotorwerks.com/products.php?catalog=audi&chassis=a3)
German Parts Online (http://www.germanpartsonline.com/)
AEM (http://www.aempower.com/)

More Online shops below on reply# 7


Cheers!

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? :D

ORIGINAL: eltonsi

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? :D


LOL

Definitely some great questions. The answer to one might save some embarrassment later on the street.

Cheers!

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....... :D:D:D

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/vw-to-debut-7-speed-dsg-at-end-of-year/
http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/news.php?sid=733&page=1

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.

Cheers!

:D:D:D 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?

Will my chipped A3 beat an EVO? >>>> Yes:D:D:D:D
tuning web
Induktion Motorsports (http://www.4induktion.com/)
S3 turbo kit (http://oempl.us/product_reviews.php?cPath=60_61&products_id=434&os Csid=dffb436923dfbab0572927fe2be8f0c7)
Blinder Laserjammer (http://www.usblinder.com/)
Audi DIY (Do It Yourself) (http://www.audidiy.com/)
MJM Autohaus - 210-DUB-PART (http://www.mjmautohaus.com/catalog/index.php)
Tunershop (http://www.tunershop.de/xt/index_shop.php?TSID=77362d4e42caac90f6fd50c9e7718e 20)
Rapid Parts (http://www.rapidparts.com/rpeStart.aspx)
APTuning - Engine | Audi & VW autoparts (http://www.aptuning.com/products.php?catalog=vw&section=engine&chassis=A4)
The Performance Driver (http://www.theperformancedriver.com/cart/home.php)
North American Motorsports: Aftermarket Parts and Accessories (http://www.namotorsports.net/)
. ..:. Neuspeed The Official Site .:.. . (http://www.neuspeed.com/home.asp?ltype=ns_euro)
Edge Racing - Support (http://www.edgeracing.com/Support/)
NGP Racing - OnLine Store (http://www.ngpracing.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=SFNT)
Twenty Squared Tuning ® (http://www.20squared.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=264)
Welcome to GMP Performance "Quality Automotive Accessories" (http://www.gmpperformance.com/index.cfm?PG=detail&PID=160599)

Your chipped A3 will beat an EVO when you are smoking whatever odroggy is. :D:D:D

odroggy, was that the list of recommended websites or just your mod list so you can beat your Evo friend?

Moderator: sticky...

Gosh, after this Thread, there will NEVER be an other newbie post until the next line of A3's coming out in 2010.

I seriously doubt that. I was hoping to pull from some of the best discussion that can continue to be developed as time goes along and information improves. It helps me too. Now I don't have to go digging back through hundreds of posts looking for one particular discussion we had 6 months ago.

Cheers!

i wonder what my first discussion on this forum was with you Chef, heck, that was a year and a half ago. we've gone a long way!!!

Yeah, it was fun going back to some of our first discussions with Night, You and I. The earliest link on this thread is to the fall of 2005, which is before any of us joined. I also saw my first noob post.[:@] It's amazing how far I've come on this car, and all the mods I've done to it.

Cheers!

Audinam, where did you get your coilover's installed? I had thought you mentioned it in your review, but the installer's name seems to have disappeared:eek:

TTT

recommandd webb;)

Bumpity Bump

Thanks for all the great links Chef!

I have been reading all the great posts from the members.

Just ordered a 2008 A3, now just have to wait 9-10 weeks for it to arrive! I am very excited for the new car.

Thanks again to all that made the FAQ happen!

For the love of knowledge!

Here is a great link to pretty much all the tech specs:

http://www.audiworld.com/news/05/losangeles/a3/06a3specs.pdf

Hope this is useful!

Just FYI - Newly updated - Technical Service Bulletin

Engine oils that meet Audi oil quality standards 502 00 and 505 01

http://www.audiusa.com/etc/medialib/cms4imp/audi2/aoa/company/aoa-specific.Par.0023.File.pdf

Has anyone had any luck with an aftermarket bluetooth install that worked with the steering wheel?