My 2015 Audi A3 2.0T Prestige Monsoon Gray

[deadbolt]

http://i.imgur.com/H9MIIF7l.jpg (http://imgur.com/H9MIIF7)
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[ModdedEuros]

Looking good. Any plans for it mod wise?

[VW2Audi25]

Looks nice! This was my preferred color, but couldn't find any.

[deadbolt]

Looking good. Any plans for it mod wise?

Haven't thought much about it yet. Maybe get new springs or get the tints done. Still exploring my options.

[deadbolt]

Looks nice! This was my preferred color, but couldn't find any.

I was actually lucky, cause this dealer was actually getting it in. Just had to wait a few weeks for it to be delivered.

[pirsquared8]

Nice ride. Colour scheme looks fantastic.

Looks like for the US market, the headlights has the orange colour left right indicator bulb is situated on the outer most sides of the lamp whilst here in south east Asia, they are situated closer inside where the frowning day time running lights (DRL) are pointed.

I wonder how many types of headlights for this A3 (8V) does Audi produce. I've seen a video where the frowning eyelids turn orange and double up as indicator lights on YouTube

[AUDITOPGUN]

congrats I have the twin of your car , Enjoy your new Audi[drool]

[nytx]

congrats!

i take delivery of mine in a couple of hours. i lucked out and they found one coming into port last week. arrived sooner than they thought as well!

2.0T Premium Plus
monsoon gray metallic w/ black interior

Convenience Pkg
Driver Assistance Pkg
Sport Pkg
Audi MMI Navigation w/ Audi Connect
B&O Sound
Black Headliner
19" 5-Arm Wing Wheels
all weather floor mats / cargo net / first aid kit

[BlackAudi87]

Do you mind sharing the monthly payment and deal you got on your cars? NYTX and Deadbolt and whoever else wants to chime in

[supergreen]

I have the same monsoon gray prestige. I have added ceramic window tint and different 18" wheels. I also have gotten the smoke amber lens covers from stickerbomb.com I was going to put in a pic but I guess I don't know how to do that yet.

Anyway, I like your taste in Gray.

[nytx]

5.5% off plus $750 owner loyalty. 1.85% interest rate financing through audi financial. Got a better interest rate through a credit union but the additional $250 off for financing through audi made it a better deal.

[BlackAudi87]

payment?


5.5% off plus $750 owner loyalty. 1.85% interest rate financing through audi financial. Got a better interest rate through a credit union but the additional $250 off for financing through audi made it a better deal.

[deadbolt]

congrats I have the twin of your car , Enjoy your new Audi[drool]

Thanks


Do you mind sharing the monthly payment and deal you got on your cars? NYTX and Deadbolt and whoever else wants to chime in

5% off, 1.64% from my local CU. This is my first Audi, coming from a VW Jetta so no loyalty discount for me.


I have the same monsoon gray prestige. I have added ceramic window tint and different 18" wheels. I also have gotten the smoke amber lens covers from stickerbomb.com I was going to put in a pic but I guess I don't know how to do that yet.

Anyway, I like your taste in Gray.

Thanks, the color is freakin sweet. Especially when you have the right ambient light from the sunset wooooo hahaha. I am currently looking into doing tints (probably 35% all around) and the protective film on the front/rear bumpers but I am considering the entire car lol. I may do springs later and drop is about an inch

[nytx]

payment?

http://www.bankrate.com/calculators/auto/auto-loan-calculator.aspx

[Spoonie]

http://www.bankrate.com/calculators/auto/auto-loan-calculator.aspx

Exactly. I never understood why folks would want to ask how much your payments are? It's none of their freaking business. I would feel uncomfortable even asking someone that question. Which is why I've never asked anyone that question in my 48 years of existence. Its just a bit personal. When I brought my Audi A4 16 years ago, I went to Washington Heights to visit a friend. Everyone was asking me "How much do you pay a month?" It was freaking annoying. I didn't answer the question because I'm sure they didn't even know why they were really asking that question. None of them was in the market for a car. Its just a standard question that some people ask and its annoying as hell.

[gamegenie]

Exactly. I never understood why folks would want to ask how much your payments are? It's none of their freaking business. I would feel uncomfortable even asking someone that question. Which is why I've never asked anyone that question in my 48 years of existence. Its just a bit personal. When I brought my Audi A4 16 years ago, I went to Washington Heights to visit a friend. Everyone was asking me "How much do you pay a month?" It was freaking annoying. I didn't answer the question because I'm sure they didn't even know why they were really asking that question. None of them was in the market for a car. Its just a standard question that some people ask and its annoying as hell.

My take is that they want to know if you got a fair deal. But I'd guess simply saying "I got a fair deal" than having to reveal the actual numbers would suffice. Unless the person asking has also financed an A4 and wanted to compare his deal to yours. Questions seem valid to me, as a lot of people just want to know how much a car is going for before they go into their dealer and try to haggle.

[camoto]

Exactly. I never understood why folks would want to ask how much your payments are? It's none of their freaking business. I would feel uncomfortable even asking someone that question. Which is why I've never asked anyone that question in my 48 years of existence. Its just a bit personal. When I brought my Audi A4 16 years ago, I went to Washington Heights to visit a friend. Everyone was asking me "How much do you pay a month?" It was freaking annoying. I didn't answer the question because I'm sure they didn't even know why they were really asking that question. None of them was in the market for a car. Its just a standard question that some people ask and its annoying as hell.
I think it's more of a millennial thing. They deserve to know how much everyone makes, how much everything costs and a promotion every year with really fancy titles just like the guy who has been doing it for 20 years-- because, well, they deserve it.

[gamegenie]

I think it's more of a millennial thing. They deserve to know how much everyone makes, how much everything costs and a promotion every year with really fancy titles just like the guy who has been doing it for 20 years-- because, well, they deserve it.

This is the only thing being asked. Everything else sounds delusional and contrived.

[camoto]

That's cool how you bolded just enough of my statement to remove the entire context of the point I was making. If you aren't aware of the reputation the millennials have for making demands then you aren't paying attention. Therefore, your characterization of my statement isn't justifiable.

[deadbolt]

Can anyone recommend a good all weather car cover? I only see the indoor car cover on the audi accessories page and its a bit ridiculously priced for an indoor cover

[Audi vie]

How're you liking the LED headlights? I've been contemplating if I should wait to find one with them or not.


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[JGreen76]

Beautiful car! Enjoy.

[omgwtfbbq!]

I think it's more of a millennial thing. They deserve to know how much everyone makes, how much everything costs and a promotion every year with really fancy titles just like the guy who has been doing it for 20 years-- because, well, they deserve it.

Not knowing what things costs and what people made sure worked out well for us eh? Inequality and recession. Awesome.


This is the only thing being asked. Everything else sounds delusional and contrived.

I absolutely agree.


That's cool how you bolded just enough of my statement to remove the entire context of the point I was making. If you aren't aware of the reputation the millennials have for making demands then you aren't paying attention. Therefore, your characterization of my statement isn't justifiable.

God forbid we want to know how much something costs instead of handing someone a blank check. Wanting to know what people paid for a good that fluctuates wildly in price is a perfectly reasonable request.

[Spoonie]

God forbid we want to know how much something costs instead of handing someone a blank check. Wanting to know what people paid for a good that fluctuates wildly in price is a perfectly reasonable request.

No it isn't. Besides it not being any of your business. There are plenty of variables that weigh into the monthly payment. Rate, Term, Down payment, Taxes, etc... Without knowing what I just mentioned, the monthly payment amount is useless. I really only see young people asking that question because they seem to be unaware of the other cost variables, other than the price of the car. What good is knowing the monthly payment going to do for you? You don't know the term, rate or taxes. I think its just people being freaking nosey.

[gamegenie]

Why are we making this seem like such a complicated question? [:|]

[Spoonie]

Why are we making this seem like such a complicated question? [:|]

Because the answer does nothing without knowing the other variables. Use this example; 2 folks purchased an S3 and they are both paying $600 a month for on a finance. One guy has very good credit and put zero down, while the other guy had crappy credit, put $5k down, and has a much higher loan interest rate. Can you tell me how knowing what someone pays each month can actually apply to anything without knowing the other variables? Asking what someone pays every month is a stupid question, and shows the mindset of the person asking.

[gamegenie]

Because the answer does nothing without knowing the other variables. Use this example; 2 folks purchased an S3 and they are both paying $600 a month for on a finance. One guy has very good credit and put zero down, while the other guy had crappy credit, put $5k down, and has a much higher loan interest rate. Can you tell me how knowing what someone pays each month can actually apply to anything without knowing the other variables? Asking what someone pays every month is a stupid question, and shows the mindset of the person asking.
I generally assume most have good credit unless stated. It doesn't matter anyway knowing what credit another person has or how much down payment he/she put down since both components coupled with the term year are used in calculating your monthly payment. Which you can easily do on any bank or credit union website site that provides a car loan calculator and it's going rate.

[Spoonie]

I generally assume most have good credit unless stated. It doesn't matter anyway knowing what credit another person has or how much down payment he/she put down since both components coupled with the term year are used in calculating your monthly payment. Which you can easily do on any bank or credit union website site that provides a car loan calculator and it's going rate.

Then why the need to ask someone what they are paying a month? I can understand asking what was the negotiated price. But asking what someone paid a month without factoring in the other variables, is a senseless question imo.

[gamegenie]

Then why the need to ask someone what they are paying a month? I can understand asking what was the negotiated price. But asking what someone paid a month without factoring in the other variables, is a senseless question imo.

We live in a society where people love to compare and compete.

"Oh that's how much you're paying a month, I can do better. This is how much I'm paying..." [rolleyes]

[Spoonie]

We live in a society where people love to compare and compete.

"Oh that's how much you're paying a month, I can do better. This is how much I'm paying..." [rolleyes]

I don't compete with folks about how much my monthly car payment is. That isn't anything that I would care to be a part of. Sounds a bit childish if you ask me. I think its more like "This is what I paid, I need to ask you how much you paid, so I'll know if I got ripped off or not". And you would still need to know the other variables or the comparison is useless.

[gamegenie]

I don't compete with folks about how much my monthly car payment is. That isn't anything that I would care to be a part of. Sounds a bit childish if you ask me. I think its more like "This is what I paid, I need to ask you how much you paid, so I'll know if I got ripped off or not". And you would still need to know the other variables or the comparison is useless.

I see this as an okay question to ask.

Typically the best answer to give them is a % number off manufacture retail price.

[camoto]

1.) Inequality and recession wasn't caused because people didn't know "how much things cost". Not even close. For starters, sub-prime lending was one of many causes.
2.) Nobody ever asked for you to hand anyone a blank check. That would be silly.
3.) Prices for this vehicle are not "wildly fluctuating". That's a bit of an overstatement. The fluctuation is typically between the invoice and MSRP. That's not a large percentage of the total cost to the consumer.

Lastly, there's a big difference between expecting or demanding someone to tell you what their payment is and politely asking "would you mind if I asked what you paid?".

[gamegenie]

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[deadbolt]

Here's a small update

Opti-Coated
Xpel on full front clip (full hood, fenders, bumper and, side mirrors)
35% tints all around
Partial badge delete on trunk
Front plate delete and tow hook mount install


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Big thanks to will at Xclusive Autoworks and Bryan at Mr. Sparkle Detailing.

Future plans may include

H&R Sport Springs
Maybe H&R rear sway bar*
Maybe APR intake and tune

Planning summer setup for auto cross, wheel and tires. Any recommendations would be great. Thanks

[BenGieCruz]

Have you gotten the H&R Sport Springs yet? Still on deciding since I havent seen a single A3 with them yet.

[deadbolt]

No not yet, I'm thinking about doing it when its a bit warmer in the spring.

[AudiA3er]

This may sound like a dumb question, but do the A3 mirrors fold up electronically like in the first photos?

[BenGieCruz]

Mine do... I think it's part of the convenience package

[CRL77]

Mine do... I think it's part of the convenience package

Yes. You can do it manually, or there is a setting in the mmi to fold them when you lock the car.

[FLtrooper]

No not yet, I'm thinking about doing it when its a bit warmer in the spring.

I'm also going to wait a little before doing my spring install. I called H&R and they mentioned they had no plans for the A3 Quattro OE springs BUT I did talk with VWR and they seem convinced that the VWR springs for the MK7 Golf R could be a good match. I just need to determine the front and rear axle weight of the A3 Quattro. The VWR springs are linear and would be an awesome match for the stock shocks if they will work!


:)

[tekmo]

I'm also going to wait a little before doing my spring install. I called H&R and they mentioned they had no plans for the A3 Quattro OE springs BUT I did talk with VWR and they seem convinced that the VWR springs for the MK7 Golf R could be a good match. I just need to determine the front and rear axle weight of the A3 Quattro. The VWR springs are linear and would be an awesome match for the stock shocks if they will work!


:)

will VWR springs lower?

[AudiA3er]

From a thread on golfmk7.com (http://www.golfmk7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4832)

VWR Sport Springs are specifically engineered to replace your factory springs with slightly shorter and stiffer springs. They are designed to lower your vehicle's center of gravity and reduce body roll for better handling all while maintaining the ride quality and comfort as if intended by the OEM. VWR found the current VAG OEM dampers are a much more sophisticated design than previous generations resulting in a worthwhile improvement in handling with little change. VWR painstakingly developed these springs to work perfectly with your OEM dampers and require no other changes to your suspension to take advantage of their benefits.

The VWR Sport Springs were developed for several VAG platforms all matching correctly to their respective OEM dampers, making this a very cost-effective modification. With different engines and vehicle weights, VWR has developed a range of springs specific to your vehicle and powertrain. These springs are fully compatible with Volkswagen's Switchable ACC (Adjustable Chassis Control) dampers.

A typical VWR Sport Spring customer is one who demands performance over stock without breaking the bank. These springs are not intended for customers looking to dramatically lower or track their vehicle. For those customers, VWR's full line of coilovers are available to suit your individual needs.

Reducing Ride Height and Increasing Spring Rate
Each vehicle will be lowered differently, depending on platform. Most vehicles see a 20-25mm reduction in front and rear ride height. These heights were chosen in order to preserve the wheel travel needed to keep the usability of the standard car, with an increase in spring rate of around 10-15% depending on the type of car. Lowering or stiffening further, as some springs do, in VWR's experience will cause the vehicle to bounce and lose damper control as the dampers are mismatched to the spring-rate and will also cause the springs to run out of wheel travel. You also risk reducing the life of your dampers significantly by choosing the wrong springs, which the VWR Sport Springs are guaranteed not to do.

Found a similar setup over on ECS Tuning for our cars:

http://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-A3_8V-Quattro-2.0T/Suspension/Springs/ES2779637/

[tekmo]

Interesting. Is there a part number for that will fit our cars?

[FLtrooper]

Interesting. Is there a part number for that will fit our cars?

Sorry to high-jack the thread- The link in the above post is for the H&R setup which consist of progressive springs with a more aggressive drop.

The VWR springs for the MK7 R aren't verified fitment until we figure out the front and rear axle weight of the Quattro. But both share the same Quattro MQB platform so it should be a close to perfect fitment. The VWR springs have a more realistic drop of 3/4"-1" while maintaining a better ride due to the liner spring rate. Send VWR an email and keep the heat on them to release a product for us!

:)

[BenGieCruz]

Does VWR even have a set out for the mk7 yet?

[949]

Here's a small update

Opti-Coated
Xpel on full front clip (full hood, fenders, bumper and, side mirrors)
35% tints all around
Partial badge delete on trunk
Front plate delete and tow hook mount install


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Big thanks to will at Xclusive Autoworks and Bryan at Mr. Sparkle Detailing.

Future plans may include

H&R Sport Springs
Maybe H&R rear sway bar*
Maybe APR intake and tune

Planning summer setup for auto cross, wheel and tires. Any recommendations would be great. Thanks
nice, I cant even see the clear bra at all.

I was curious if you would be willing to share what your cost was for the xpel installation?
I am thinking of expel as well, with those same parts that you got covered.

[deadbolt]

When I was shopping I was quote between $1600-1800 but found a place that did it for a few hundred less. The Xpel Pre-cuts for the A3 is $1200 for the Full front bumper, hood, fenders and mirrors. I had assumed the large quotes were based off hand cuts.

1 recommendations I would do as well, which I will be doing sometime soon, are the rockers and pillars

[deadbolt]

Just did my APR Stage 1 over at Elite Motorsport today and, the difference is definitely noticeable. Loving it so far. Might post something more in depth once I put a few more miles on.

[FLtrooper]

Just did my APR Stage 1 over at Elite Motorsport today and, the difference is definitely noticeable. Loving it so far. Might post something more in depth once I put a few more miles on.

Looking forward to your review!

:)

[deadbolt]

VWR R600 intake installed today

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/23/5550719c4d9b0387ee5b16a3a9505570.jpg

Tried to take some video/sound clips today but it's way to windy

[mroberte]

Looking good!

When you start modding, you can't stop :-P I'm trying to hold off as much as I can, but kinda want to just drop a few grand and get it all done at once (coilovers, rims, ecu piggyback, sways, intake). btw, Did you feel much diff after install of the intake on top of the ECU tune?

[3Peat]

Here's a small update

Opti-Coated
Xpel on full front clip (full hood, fenders, bumper and, side mirrors)
35% tints all around
Partial badge delete on trunk
Front plate delete and tow hook mount install

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/29/fb8d5f949c16193f5860a623f88412cf.jpg

Big thanks to will at Xclusive Autoworks and Bryan at Mr. Sparkle Detailing.

Future plans may include

H&R Sport Springs
Maybe H&R rear sway bar*
Maybe APR intake and tune

Planning summer setup for auto cross, wheel and tires. Any recommendations would be great. Thanks

Car looks great! Especially like this pic! Looking forward to see your progress.

[deadbolt]

Looking good!

When you start modding, you can't stop :-P I'm trying to hold off as much as I can, but kinda want to just drop a few grand and get it all done at once (coilovers, rims, ecu piggyback, sways, intake). btw, Did you feel much diff after install of the intake on top of the ECU tune?

Thanks!

You could say that again. I've been trying to hold off too but its spring time and this is the time to get things done! I was thinking about a coilover setup too but, the more and more I think about it. I'm not sure. I feel like I'm ok with the stock ride height and maybe ill just replaced the stock shocks and struts and keep the stock springs and spend the extra money on front and rear sway bars.

I do feel a difference but its minimal which is expected. Its also not extremely loud which is what I preferred as well.

[deadbolt]

Car looks great! Especially like this pic! Looking forward to see your progress.

Thanks.

[deadbolt]

Installed the APR Turbo Muffler Delete and CTS Turbo Blowoff Valve yesterday

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Took a short video earlier today, sorry for the wind

http://youtu.be/xGSzyP0KTDM

[deadbolt]

Sorry to high-jack the thread- The link in the above post is for the H&R setup which consist of progressive springs with a more aggressive drop.

The VWR springs for the MK7 R aren't verified fitment until we figure out the front and rear axle weight of the Quattro. But both share the same Quattro MQB platform so it should be a close to perfect fitment. The VWR springs have a more realistic drop of 3/4"-1" while maintaining a better ride due to the liner spring rate. Send VWR an email and keep the heat on them to release a product for us!

:)

Sorry for the delayed response. I actually had my car corner weight scaled back in February for the VWR springs and they verified the fitment. Just waiting for them to get the springs in and might be testing them out.

[BenGieCruz]

Sorry for the delayed response. I actually had my car corner weight scaled back in February for the VWR springs and they verified the fitment. Just waiting for them to get the springs in and might be testing them out.

Keep us updated on that! I'm very interested my self, on a set of VWR springs as well for my a3

[deadbolt]

I just got word from TyrolSport they will not fit properly since the A3/S3 have less shock travel then the MK7/Gold R

[deadbolt]

Went to Eurotech Motorsports today and have some toys installed

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Before and after

Installed:
H&R Sport springs
H&R Rear Swaybar
Eurocode front and rear endlinks
ECS 10mm (front) and 15mm (rear) spacers

[FLtrooper]

Looks perfect!

[deadbolt]

Looks perfect!

thank dude

[deadbolt]

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Here are some side angels I took yesterday before going to waterfest.

I installed the p3 cars VIDI this afternoon. Real simple install.

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[deadbolt]

Installed the RS3 grille from USP today

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[VMRWheels]

Loving the progress so far, keep up the good work man

[deadbolt]

Loving the progress so far, keep up the good work man

Thanks! I'm still waiting for Brandon to get back to me about the wheels.

[VMRWheels]

Thanks! I'm still waiting for Brandon to get back to me about the wheels.

Let me follow up for you [up]

[deadbolt]

Put on the new wheels today VMR V710s


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[deadbolt]

Billy boat turbo back exhaust, BFI stage 1 dogbone (daily) and upgraded to Giac stage 2 installed yesterday.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/10/161e445e7ee3b541d59b2e367a553cce.jpg

[deadbolt]

Here is a crappy and short clip I took right after the tbe was installed.

https://vimeo.com/138938514

[onequick4door]

Out of curiosity did you weigh the stock exhaust vs the BB system? Also are you running a DP in that sound clip? If yes, with or without the cat?

[deadbolt]

Out of curiosity did you weigh the stock exhaust vs the BB system? Also are you running a DP in that sound clip? If yes, with or without the cat?

No I didn't weight it but just looking at the construction it is definitely lighter then the stock. The TBE comes with a downpipe w/cat. Overall so far I am very happy with it.

[deadbolt]

Installed the Unitronic intercooler yesterday

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/26/0fbf7b7d468527bcc8306b0c2a7b413f.jpg

Also went to GIAC stage 2+ as well

Car definitely feels like it pulls in more air and breaths better from oem.

My P3 reading have been around the same as stock at the moment but I only ran it lastnight and it was in the 30's. I was averaging about +10-20 degrees from outside air temp

[Audifan4lifer]

Love it! Great job! [up]

[deadbolt]

Love it! Great job! [up]

thank bud

[markn1689]

that front plate mounted on the tow hook.. does it interfere with the headlight washers

please remove it
thanks

[deadbolt]

that front plate mounted on the tow hook.. does it interfere with the headlight washers

please remove it
thanks

I dont know if it interfered with the washers as I dont think they've ever come out, but I haven't had my front plate on for a past few months

[kjcncsu]

How is the ride quality with the springs?

[deadbolt]

How is the ride quality with the springs?

It's definitely firmer then stock but overall very good. But I'm probably changing to coils in the spring.


On another note I upgraded the brakes the other day. With the s3 calipers, 340mm slotted Ecs rotors and ebc red stuff brake pads.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/12/19/17e756976cfbd0c34464c928eb409c83.jpg

[lamchop]

Car is looking great, love all your upgrades

[deadbolt]

Car is looking great, love all your upgrades

thank [up]

[lamchop]

do you know what the tire and wheel weight on your set up?

[deadbolt]

Next phase:
Bilstein B14s
H&R Front Swaybar
BFI Engine and Transmission mounts
Unibrace UBQ

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Installed the BFI engine and transmission mounts on Saturday as well as the H&R front swaybar. I wanted to feel the vibration difference before and after the unibrace is installed. So far I definitely do notice more vibrations in the cabin. Also note I held off doing an alignment till I put in my coilovers which should be this coming Saturday.

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Forgot to take a photo of the front sway bar before I took the car off the lift. The transmission mount looks like the oem mount so didn't feel like there was necessary to take another photo of that.

[deadbolt]

do you know what the tire and wheel weight on your set up?

I totally forgot to weight them before I put them away

Winter mode:
Blizzak WS80's on my OEM PC'd wheels

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[VMRWheels]

I totally forgot to weight them before I put them away

Winter mode:
Blizzak WS80's on my OEM PC'd wheels

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do you know what the tire and wheel weight on your set up?

I might be able to help with this!
Are your wheels 18x8.5 ET35?
Also, what kind of tire and spec? [up]

[deadbolt]

I might be able to help with this!
Are your wheels 18x8.5 ET35?
Also, what kind of tire and spec? [up]

18x8.5 et45 with oem conti procontact tx 225/40r18

[deadbolt]

Installed the Bilstein B14 coilovers and Unibrace UBQ today

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[BenGieCruz]

dying to see how it sits now! =)

[deadbolt]

I wanted to get some miles on before I wrote any sort of review on the last few mods installed (BFI Engine and Transmission Mount, H&R Front Swaybar, Unibrace UQB and, Bilstein B14 Coilovers)

I first installed the BFI Engine and Transmission mounts and H&R Front sway bar. In hind sight I probably should have just installed the mounts and left the swaybar till the coils went in since an alignment would be required because, the sub-frame has to be lowered to install the swaybar. The reason I wanted to have the mounts on first were to see the difference in the amount of vibrations I would be getting prior to having the Unibrace installed. I just say this. Holy vibrations. There was a very noticeable amount of vibrations in the cabin after the mounts were install. More so when idle at a red light in D or S mode. If I threw the car into neutral you would not feel it as much. One other thing that I did notice is when initially pressing the gas on the car the in reverse or in D/S the initial load of the car would make it vibrate a lot. Overall the mounts do what they are intended to do, prevent excessive engine and transmission movement. and I am happy with them.

The follow week after driving about 400 miles, I installed the remaining mods (Bilstein B14 Coilovers, H&R Front Swaybar and, Unibrace UBQ)

Overall I have noticed my chassis is a lot stiffer and cornering ability has improved. With the Unibrace installed have noticed a signification drop or any drop what so ever in vibrations in the car? Yes, I have it is definitely a world of difference with and without it. It does not 100% eliminate vibrations I get in the cabin but it has significantly dropped it. Cornering and handling performance has gone up. I feel more planted and agile. There has been less rolling on sharper turns. Im not saying day and night difference but a good improvement.

Ill post a photo next week after the car settles a bit more from the coils. I have it sent about 2 finger gap for the winter.

[deadbolt]

I had some time lastnight and put the flat bottom sline with shift paddles steering wheel in. Very easy install. No additional coding needed for the buttons or shift paddles to work. Direct bolt on. Only thing I had to use vagcom for was the clear the airbag codes.

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[deadbolt]

I went down to Virginia on Friday and took some shots. Excuse the dirty car as I drove through snow the day prior to the short.

But this is how my car is currently sitting after installing the coilovers. I have it raised currently cause of the winter.

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[deadbolt]

Put on some new wheels yesterday

HRE FF15 Liquid Silver 19x8.5 on Michelin PSS

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Some photos I took wth my phone. Going to have more photos taken this weekend.

[m3brad]

I was just browsing on the A3/S3 8V forum and read your entire thread. Holly crap, your second post of the thread is so funny to reread after you see your car's transformation!! You are addicted to modding!!!

You've done an amazing job and especially love the HRE's! What's left to do? 😁

[deadbolt]

I was just browsing on the A3/S3 8V forum and read your entire thread. Holly crap, your second post of the thread is so funny to reread after you see your car's transformation!! You are addicted to modding!!!

You've done an amazing job and especially love the HRE's! What's left to do? 😁

HAHA yeah I remember that post. I was so naive...

Im sure I can think of more things haha

[sub-zero]

the HRE's look great, you go 245 or 235?

[HRE Wheels]

Put on some new wheels yesterday

HRE FF15 Liquid Silver 19x8.5 on Michelin PSS

Some photos I took wth my phone. Going to have more photos taken this weekend.

Looking great!! [:D]

[deadbolt]

the HRE's look great, you go 245 or 235?

Thanks

235 but 245 will fit no problem

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Looking great!! [:D]

Thanks!

[deadbolt]

I never did post some new photos. I did a Photoshoot for HRE about a month ago. Here are a few of the photos

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[deadbolt]

Here is a sneak peak of CleanAudi featuring my car.

Should be coming out this weekend.

www.cleanaudi.com

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[MSMITTY]

I never did post some new photos. I did a Photoshoot for HRE about a month ago. Here are a few of the photos

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Jones Beach parking lot? I'm out in Suffolk..

Nice whip, tasteful mods!!


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[nothome17]

Keep it up with the clean mods. It's gotten sexier..

[deadbolt]

Jones Beach parking lot? I'm out in Suffolk..

Nice whip, tasteful mods!!


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No, this was at Floyd Bennett Field and thanks.

Saw you pick up the new S3 from Lynbrook. Hows it coming along?

[deadbolt]

Keep it up with the clean mods. It's gotten sexier..

Thanks bro

[MSMITTY]

No, this was at Floyd Bennett Field and thanks.

Saw you pick up the new S3 from Lynbrook. Hows it coming along?

Luv it man, I couldn't be happier with the move from S4 to S3. I was nervous about it, leading up to it, but this is such a fun nimble car to drive.




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[deadbolt]

Luv it man, I couldn't be happier with the move from S4 to S3. I was nervous about it, leading up to it, but this is such a fun nimble car to drive.




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Nice!

Are you going to Toys for Tots?

[MSMITTY]

Nice!

Are you going to Toys for Tots?

Yes, I don't know who is more psyched, my son or me! lol


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[deadbolt]

Yes, I don't know who is more psyched, my son or me! lol


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Nice! A bunch of us are meeting up before hand to cruise down there. You should come through.

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[deadbolt]

Here is the link to the feature I did with Clean Audi.

https://cleanaudi.com/special-feature/chun-huis-a3/

Also HRE finally posted my photo shoot with them on their website.

http://www.hrewheels.com/gallery/audi-a3-with-ff15-in-liquid-silver

[2010A6]

Here is the link to the feature I did with Clean Audi.

https://cleanaudi.com/special-feature/chun-huis-a3/

Also HRE finally posted my photo shoot with them on their website.

http://www.hrewheels.com/gallery/audi-a3-with-ff15-in-liquid-silver

Awesome write up and pics with cleanaudi!


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[deadbolt]

With winter finally here I've been able to test the front splitter as a plow [:D][:D][:D]

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[Karbon]

Nice build,Just read the thread :)

I thought your screen name looked familiar

[deadbolt]

Threw on the titanium stud kit from MRG this weekend also with going back to the summer setup. Although this time I left my 15mm spacers on with it.

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[WildHareMS]

Threw on the titanium stud kit from MRG this weekend also with going back to the summer setup. Although this time I left my 15mm spacers on with it.

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So you're 19x8.5 et 45 with a 245 tire? Just asking because those are the same wheel specs I ordered for my Rotiforms. The fronts in your photo look just anout flush with the 15mm spacer, but the rears poke just a few millimeters...am I seeing that right? I'm hoping to find a nice flush fitment with my coilovers and wheel/tire choice, so I'm trying to get as much info as I can collect. lol


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[deadbolt]

So you're 19x8.5 et 45 with a 245 tire? Just asking because those are the same wheel specs I ordered for my Rotiforms. The fronts in your photo look just anout flush with the 15mm spacer, but the rears poke just a few millimeters...am I seeing that right? I'm hoping to find a nice flush fitment with my coilovers and wheel/tire choice, so I'm trying to get as much info as I can collect. lol


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There 235/35/19 PSS

[949]

I did the engine and trans mounts as well. I love the stage 2 vibes. after a while I forgot that they are in there. it just feels natural and that they should be there. which stage did you end up getting?

[deadbolt]

I did the engine and trans mounts as well. I love the stage 2 vibes. after a while I forgot that they are in there. it just feels natural and that they should be there. which stage did you end up getting?

I went with the stage 1 mounts.