Coil Pack for B8 A4

[AutoRacer100]

I see people recommend R8 coil pack for our cars. They are two completely different cars. How could this be possible?

I found the red cap coil pack on ECS Tuning. I dont see anywhere mentioned about R8 in the description. Am I looking at the right coil pack?

http://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B8_A4-...ack/ES2065380/

[OB1]

It's just a revised (newer) version. Um, many cars share similar things amongst themselves..

Cheaper on Europaparts.com, http://www.europaparts.com/ignition-...6e905115e.html

[AutoRacer100]

It's just a revised (newer) version. Um, many cars share similar things amongst themselves..

Cheaper on Europaparts.com, http://www.europaparts.com/ignition-...6e905115e.html

Thanks for the link. ECS is selling them as a set (4 coils) + free shipping. So they are about the same price.

I would change all four of them at once to save the hassle.

Do people normally change the spark plugs too while replacing the coils?

[mfoster87]

https://genuineaudiparts.com/partloc...catalogid=9493

I also changed the spark plugs when I swapped out the coil packs.

[AutoRacer100]

https://genuineaudiparts.com/partloc...catalogid=9493

I also changed the spark plugs when I swapped out the coil packs.

Are these the same red cap coils as the ECS and Europeparts?

Any after market spark plugs available?

[mfoster87]

Are these the same red cap coils as the ECS and Europeparts?

Any after market spark plugs available?

Yeah, same part #. Genuine Audi Parts is a good site for OEM parts in my experience. I ordered the below plugs from Amazon based on another threads recommendation. Amazon will say they don't fit the car but they do...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[Liquid Smoke]

you will want either the Revision E or Revision F coils for our cars, they are the same but the E is red. and the E has the same part # as the R8 one, the R8 one is just titled differently but same product, and i think the R8 titled one is actually a bit more expensive on ecs, not sure, but yeah just get the Revision E if you want the red, or the F.

[AutoRacer100]

Yeah, same part #. Genuine Audi Parts is a good site for OEM parts in my experience. I ordered the below plugs from Amazon based on another threads recommendation. Amazon will say they don't fit the car but they do...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Thanks.

I remember NGK were the most popular brand for spark plugs in 90s. I guess it is the gold standard today as well.

[AutoRacer100]

https://genuineaudiparts.com/partloc...catalogid=9493

I also changed the spark plugs when I swapped out the coil packs.

Did you provide your VIN number when you order the coil from Genuineaudiparts? It says they recommend buyer to enter their VIN number at the bottom of webpage.

[OB1]

Thanks.

I remember NGK were the most popular brand for spark plugs in 90s. I guess it is the gold standard today as well.

Yes, I'd replace spark plugs as well. NGK platinum plugs are a solid choice.

[Frinkferta]

R8 coils have like 40-50% more ohms. Stock is 3.5 and R8 is like 5.3, much better spark.

[adamazing]

Even cheaper from EuroCode with free shipping:
http://www.ecodetuning.com/shop/cart..._detail&p=2237

[AutoRacer100]

Is it a pain to replace the coil and plugs yourself? What tools do you need for that job?

[mfoster87]

Did you provide your VIN number when you order the coil from Genuineaudiparts? It says they recommend buyer to enter their VIN number at the bottom of webpage.

I didn't provide VIN. As far as install goes, I followed the below DIY. Took me about 20-25min total. Very easy.

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showth...ug-Replacement

[schaefer921]

coil packs are easy to replace, how many miles do you currently have no your vehicle? like mentioned before, you might want to do the plugs at the same time, NGK recommended. Where in NYC are you? i might be able to give you a hand.

[AutoRacer100]

My car just hit 20k this week. I guess I can wait until it hits 30k?

I don't have any tools mentioned in that DIY threads. I'm in QUEENS

[lencho1500]

Question for those running R8 coil packs.
Are you running a bigger spark plug gap? What gap is everyone running?

Thanks

[mfoster87]

Question for those running R8 coil packs.
Are you running a bigger spark plug gap? What gap is everyone running?

Thanks

.032 and no issues for me.

[AutoRacer100]

What's up with this plug gap thing? I've never need to adjust any spark plugs gas for my previous cars. Is this mandatory for this car?

[schaefer921]

When you buy the plugs for the car they come pre-gapped. so you do not need to do anything. If you are running with a APR tune, they recommend different plugs that have a different gap. Either way, they come gapped from factory so there is no reason to adjust the gap.

[AutoRacer100]

When you buy the plugs for the car they come pre-gapped. so you do not need to do anything. If you are running with a APR tune, they recommend different plugs that have a different gap. Either way, they come gapped from factory so there is no reason to adjust the gap.

Thanks for clarifying. This gap thing doesn't apply to my car then. My car is GIAC tuned. So people should buy recommended plugs for their tuned cars. Why bother play with the gap?

[schaefer921]

Strength in the spark, thats all. I am not to familiar with GIAC tunes, i do not know if they recommend certain plugs over factory NGKs.

[zokissima]

What mileage are you guys replacing your ignition coils at?

[AWDLover]

What mileage are you guys replacing your ignition coils at?

I did my coils and plugs at 35k

[AutoRacer100]

Hi Guys,

Sorry for digging out a such old thread. I want to buy coil pack, spark plugs and engine air filter for my 2010 A4 with 28k miles. I have never done any maintenance on the car except for changed out the brake light bulb.

Where can I find an online store that sells all three items? How much do you guys pay for the red coil pack (4 coils)?

[jmeenach]

Hi Guys,

Sorry for digging out a such old thread. I want to buy coil pack, spark plugs and engine air filter for my 2010 A4 with 28k miles. I have never done any maintenance on the car except for changed out the brake light bulb.

Where can I find an online store that sells all three items? How much do you guys pay for the red coil pack (4 coils)?

For plugs and filter, I would use Amazon. I purchased my spark plugs for $36, whereas they were listed for something like $56 on ECS. I would recommend the AFE dry filter.

[Liquid Smoke]

Hi Guys,

Sorry for digging out a such old thread. I want to buy coil pack, spark plugs and engine air filter for my 2010 A4 with 28k miles. I have never done any maintenance on the car except for changed out the brake light bulb.

Where can I find an online store that sells all three items? How much do you guys pay for the red coil pack (4 coils)?

europaparts.com and ecstuning.com are great sites, europa is in NJ too you can even go pick it up or at least get shipping to you in NYC. but you'll find it all on both of those, see which works out better for you with price + shipping, etc.

[AutoRacer100]

For plugs and filter, I would use Amazon. I purchased my spark plugs for $36, whereas they were listed for something like $56 on ECS. I would recommend the AFE dry filter.

That would require me pay double shipping cost for three items.

[jmeenach]

That would require me pay double shipping cost for three items.

Well shipping for my filter AND plugs combined was like $4, so still worth it. But fuck me for trying to help, right?

[AutoRacer100]

Well shipping for my filter AND plugs combined was like $4, so still worth it. But fuck me for trying to help, right?

No, I definitely appreciate your help. I would look on Amazon and compare the price and shipping. Thanks

[jmeenach]

No, I definitely appreciate your help. I would look on Amazon and compare the price and shipping. Thanks

I upgraded to NGK Platinum when I did my coil pack upgrade. Car seems to run smoother.

[AutoRacer100]

See link to the items below. Are they the correct item for my car? Thanks

AFE Filter Link: [https://www.amazon.com/aFe-Filters-3...for+Audi+A4+B8


NGK Plugs Link: https://www.amazon.com/NGK-PFR7S8EG-...YP6EMEPKT94V8A


Is this the price for one coil or for a pack of 4?

Link: https://www.europaparts.com/ignition...6e905115e.html

[jmeenach]

See link to the items below. Are they the correct item for my car? Thanks

AFE Filter Link: [https://www.amazon.com/aFe-Filters-3...for+Audi+A4+B8


NGK Plugs Link: https://www.amazon.com/NGK-PFR7S8EG-...YP6EMEPKT94V8A


Is this the price for one coil or for a pack of 4?

Link: https://www.europaparts.com/ignition...6e905115e.html

The filter is the right one.

The plugs are the right model, just double cross reference the part number with ECS or Europa to make sure you have the right heat range. I think OEM is heat range 7, but can't recall off the top of my head. Stock gap is .028, but some tuned guys one range colder and run .030-.032 gap and seem to be ok. You should ask GIAC.

[AutoRacer100]

Do I need special tools for air filter replacement?

Ask GIAC for the plug gap?

[jmeenach]

Do I need special tools for air filter replacement?

Ask GIAC for the plug gap?

Just need a torx bit with an extension socket for the filter replacement. Pretty straightforward, but I would recommend unscrewing the intake elbow (the screws, not the band clamp) from the airbox to get to one of the screws.

Yes, I would ask GIAC if they recommend you run a larger gap with their tune. I know a lot of APR cars on AZ do.

[earhythmic]

I'm on APR stage 2 and last week just replaced my BKR8xx gapped at .028 with BKR7xx gapped at .022. I was chasing down a misfire that would only happen at half throttle when running 91, but behaved perfectly on e85. I've only filled up with 91 once since the change but it seems to have corrected the issue.

[AutoRacer100]

I do not want to encounter any technical issues with my car because my car is super clean and problem free right now. So I guess I would go with the stock plug gap spec. Where do I find the plug gap spec on this item on Amazon?

https://www.amazon.com/NGK-PFR7S8EG-...YP6EMEPKT94V8A

[jmeenach]

I do not want to encounter any technical issues with my car because my car is super clean and problem free right now. So I guess I would go with the stock plug gap spec. Where do I find the plug gap spec on this item on Amazon?

https://www.amazon.com/NGK-PFR7S8EG-...YP6EMEPKT94V8A

Here is the link to my exact order: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Pre-gapped at .028. I double checked with a plug gapper but they were all spot-on.

[AutoRacer100]

Here is the link to my exact order: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Pre-gapped at .028. I double checked with a plug gapper but they were all spot-on.

Thanks jmeenach.

I also found this coil for VW on Amazon. Would this work for our car?

https://www.amazon.com/Genuine-Volks...7C9ENZ3MMWF0AP

[AutoRacer100]

Placed the order from Amazon and ECS Tuning. Thanks guys!