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Hi again guys, I know that there are heavy duty springs available for the audi 80 avant but can't find any that don't require a mortgage, any ideas, Thanks

The hole in each side of my rear subframe that hold the rubber bushes have flared extensions each side of the actual subframe, and mine have rotted thro, tho the workshop diagram does not show these e ...

rear oil seal or oil filter housing was first thought but searched and searched, what confused me was the pressure(blue) switch has a rubber cover so not obvious as oil was running down past oil filte ...

was reading about people with electric windows and sun roof not working. Before replacing the relay, pull it out and clean up the terminals, the put it back a couple of times to clean the mount. worke ...

this is a good one, been chasing an oil leak that turned out to be the high oil pressure sensor, which was leaking out the back

can anyone give me a supplier of the rack repair kit i understand it is 8A 149 8020

when you replace brake hoses, and want to stop the unions rusting, buy some heat shrink sleeveing that has adhesive in side, used by electrical buffs, chose a size to pass over hose end and pull back ...

Thanks for that, but it really is too much for me, but many thanks for coming back

Hi, yes interested, how much, not too much I hope, lol

Thanks for that, why do Audi do this it certainly doesn't do much for their fans the site is exactly what I was looking for

can anyone suggest a source of a vcds interface for my Audi 80 1994 managed to squash my old one and when looking for a new one I keep finding later versions that wont work on my car. I have the 2 x 2 ...

where has partscats gone Anyone, thanks

Hi, I would try GSF carparts, they do not charge for delivery. As far as an Audi part, remember the car is already some 20 years old and the part could last long after the car has gone to the garage i ...

Hi, just thought I would pass on a find, fed up with paying a fortune for wd-40, try ASDA they do their own in large can for £1.99

Hi there, I have used an aftermarket thermostat and they both work fine, the Audi one can be a bit expensive, all depends on how deep your pockets if this is any help

Hi mate, yes found it, seems silly that the site does not highlight links. Thanks

Hi mate, thanks for that, but did you leave off the link as I can't find one, Ta

Hi, the thermostat at the bottom of the rad controls the fans, leave the car running for a while to see if the fans kick in. if not main thermostat is behind the waterpump, see your haynes manual for ...

Hi, are you proposing to replace the windscreen yourself, if so I can walk you thro removing the replacement without breaking it and bonding it in your car

Hello all again!!
Does anyone have experience of replacing these bushes. Can I do it without removing the axle and what tools will I need, meaning any special bits and how easy to remove and replace. ...

Hi, sorry, but Elsawin refers to these as "heat guard plate" so I reasonably assume these are heat shields, I agree that other car manufacturers refer to something similar as anti squeal, an ...

Finding the seal kit for the Bosch VE-EDC pump is proving to be a nightmare, Depending who I ask I get a different number HELP PLEASE

Hi Scotty and all These shields where used on all my Audi 100 from 1982 up till my last 1989 on all my Audi 80's over the years from about 1982 up to now. The problem is that garages often forget ...

Hi, this bolt is the one that holds down the edc controller on the pump. They do not require to be TOO tight as you are compressing the rubber seals. All I am saying is this bolt with the Bosch securi ...

Hi everyone, Can you point me to a supplier of the seal kit for this pump, lots for the VE but can't find any for the VE-EDC pump? Ta

Hi everyone, Can you point me to a supplier of the seal kit for this pump, lots for the VE but can't find any for the VE-EDC pump? Ta

Hi all, just a quick note. Found a direct replacement for the bosch triangle? bolt that causes all the problems removing it. try Mtec unit 2 tripark tamworth b79 7tb............their item no 370868591 ...

Hi there all, I have just completed two of the full version of the "take it out and clean it". YES it worked on two of my Audi 80 with two more to do. Now, I searched for a definitive way to ...

Courage my friend, what I did is exactly the same as you, I then phoned Gendan and someone there stayed on the phone while I powered up the computer and tried to connect to vcds, he then walked me thr ...

Ta Daz, had forgot about the jerking posts and all the chat about it, will do the clean over the weekend

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Topic: rear springs
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 163	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Fri Oct 05, 2018 10:32 am Subject: rear springs
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 163	Hi again guys, I know that there are heavy duty springs available for the audi 80 avant but can't find any that don't require a mortgage, any ideas, Thanks
Topic: rear subframe
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 144	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Fri Oct 05, 2018 10:24 am Subject: rear subframe
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 144	The hole in each side of my rear subframe that hold the rubber bushes have flared extensions each side of the actual subframe, and mine have rotted thro, tho the workshop diagram does not show these e ...
Topic: oil leak
helmsy157 Replies: 4 Views: 6331	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Tue Jul 11, 2017 1:49 pm Subject: oil leak
helmsy157 Replies: 4 Views: 6331	rear oil seal or oil filter housing was first thought but searched and searched, what confused me was the pressure(blue) switch has a rubber cover so not obvious as oil was running down past oil filte ...
Topic: electric window relay
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 3615	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Mon Jun 26, 2017 2:53 pm Subject: electric window relay
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 3615	was reading about people with electric windows and sun roof not working. Before replacing the relay, pull it out and clean up the terminals, the put it back a couple of times to clean the mount. worke ...
Topic: oil leak
helmsy157 Replies: 4 Views: 6331	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Mon Jun 26, 2017 2:51 pm Subject: oil leak
helmsy157 Replies: 4 Views: 6331	this is a good one, been chasing an oil leak that turned out to be the high oil pressure sensor, which was leaking out the back
Topic: steering rack repair
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 4277	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Fri Mar 24, 2017 11:11 am Subject: steering rack repair
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 4277	can anyone give me a supplier of the rack repair kit i understand it is 8A 149 8020
Topic: brake hose union
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 3564	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Mon Sep 05, 2016 5:33 pm Subject: brake hose union
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 3564	when you replace brake hoses, and want to stop the unions rusting, buy some heat shrink sleeveing that has adhesive in side, used by electrical buffs, chose a size to pass over hose end and pull back ...
Topic: vcds lite interface
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 7530	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Mon Sep 05, 2016 5:27 pm Subject: vcds lite interface
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 7530	Thanks for that, but it really is too much for me, but many thanks for coming back
Topic: vcds lite interface
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 7530	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Wed Aug 31, 2016 11:02 am Subject: vcds lite,
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 7530	Hi, yes interested, how much, not too much I hope, lol
Topic: partscats
helmsy157 Replies: 2 Views: 4790	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Wed Aug 31, 2016 11:01 am Subject: partscats
helmsy157 Replies: 2 Views: 4790	Thanks for that, why do Audi do this it certainly doesn't do much for their fans the site is exactly what I was looking for
Topic: vcds lite interface
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 7530	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2016 2:26 pm Subject: vcds lite interface
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 7530	can anyone suggest a source of a vcds interface for my Audi 80 1994 managed to squash my old one and when looking for a new one I keep finding later versions that wont work on my car. I have the 2 x 2 ...
Topic: partscats
helmsy157 Replies: 2 Views: 4790	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2016 1:57 pm Subject: partscats
helmsy157 Replies: 2 Views: 4790	where has partscats gone Anyone, thanks
Topic: thermostat
helmsy157 Replies: 9 Views: 7148	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2013 9:15 am Subject: thermostat
helmsy157 Replies: 9 Views: 7148	Hi, I would try GSF carparts, they do not charge for delivery. As far as an Audi part, remember the car is already some 20 years old and the part could last long after the car has gone to the garage i ...
Topic: wd 40
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 1383	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Fri Sep 20, 2013 10:13 am Subject: wd 40
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 1383	Hi, just thought I would pass on a find, fed up with paying a fortune for wd-40, try ASDA they do their own in large can for £1.99
Topic: thermostat
helmsy157 Replies: 9 Views: 7148	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Wed Sep 18, 2013 9:34 am Subject: thermostat
helmsy157 Replies: 9 Views: 7148	Hi there, I have used an aftermarket thermostat and they both work fine, the Audi one can be a bit expensive, all depends on how deep your pockets if this is any help
Topic: bosch VE-EDC injection pump
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 4351	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Tue Sep 17, 2013 10:31 am Subject: bosch
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 4351	Hi mate, yes found it, seems silly that the site does not highlight links. Thanks
Topic: bosch VE-EDC injection pump
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 4351	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Tue Sep 17, 2013 10:01 am Subject: bosch
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 4351	Hi mate, thanks for that, but did you leave off the link as I can't find one, Ta
Topic: thermostat
helmsy157 Replies: 9 Views: 7148	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Mon Sep 16, 2013 2:39 pm Subject: thermostat
helmsy157 Replies: 9 Views: 7148	Hi, the thermostat at the bottom of the rad controls the fans, leave the car running for a while to see if the fans kick in. if not main thermostat is behind the waterpump, see your haynes manual for ...
Topic: front windscreen
helmsy157 Replies: 5 Views: 5014	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Mon Sep 16, 2013 2:34 pm Subject: windscreen
helmsy157 Replies: 5 Views: 5014	Hi, are you proposing to replace the windscreen yourself, if so I can walk you thro removing the replacement without breaking it and bonding it in your car
Topic: rear suspension trailing arm bushes
helmsy157 Replies: 2 Views: 2372	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Mon Sep 16, 2013 2:31 pm Subject: rear suspension trailing arm bushes
helmsy157 Replies: 2 Views: 2372	Hello all again!! Does anyone have experience of replacing these bushes. Can I do it without removing the axle and what tools will I need, meaning any special bits and how easy to remove and replace. ...
Topic: brake piston heat shields
helmsy157 Replies: 9 Views: 6125	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Fri Sep 13, 2013 9:02 am Subject: heat shields
helmsy157 Replies: 9 Views: 6125	Hi, sorry, but Elsawin refers to these as "heat guard plate" so I reasonably assume these are heat shields, I agree that other car manufacturers refer to something similar as anti squeal, an ...
Topic: bosch VE-EDC injection pump
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 4351	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Thu Sep 12, 2013 10:03 am Subject: seal kit
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 4351	Finding the seal kit for the Bosch VE-EDC pump is proving to be a nightmare, Depending who I ask I get a different number HELP PLEASE
Topic: brake piston heat shields
helmsy157 Replies: 9 Views: 6125	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Thu Sep 12, 2013 9:21 am Subject: heat shields
helmsy157 Replies: 9 Views: 6125	Hi Scotty and all These shields where used on all my Audi 100 from 1982 up till my last 1989 on all my Audi 80's over the years from about 1982 up to now. The problem is that garages often forget ...
Topic: bosch ve injection pump replacement bolt
helmsy157 Replies: 3 Views: 2447	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Tue Sep 10, 2013 9:30 am Subject: bosch replacement bolt
helmsy157 Replies: 3 Views: 2447	Hi, this bolt is the one that holds down the edc controller on the pump. They do not require to be TOO tight as you are compressing the rubber seals. All I am saying is this bolt with the Bosch securi ...
Topic: bosch VE-EDC injection pump
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 1276	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Mon Sep 09, 2013 2:50 pm Subject: bosch VE-EDC injection pump
helmsy157 Replies: 0 Views: 1276	Hi everyone, Can you point me to a supplier of the seal kit for this pump, lots for the VE but can't find any for the VE-EDC pump? Ta
Topic: bosch VE-EDC injection pump
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 4351	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Mon Sep 09, 2013 2:50 pm Subject: bosch VE-EDC injection pump
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 4351	Hi everyone, Can you point me to a supplier of the seal kit for this pump, lots for the VE but can't find any for the VE-EDC pump? Ta
Topic: bosch ve injection pump replacement bolt
helmsy157 Replies: 3 Views: 2447	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Mon Sep 09, 2013 10:26 am Subject: bosch ve injection pump replacement bolt
helmsy157 Replies: 3 Views: 2447	Hi all, just a quick note. Found a direct replacement for the bosch triangle? bolt that causes all the problems removing it. try Mtec unit 2 tripark tamworth b79 7tb............their item no 370868591 ...
Topic: audi 80 "chugging"
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 4337	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Fri Sep 06, 2013 10:20 am Subject: audi chugging
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 4337	Hi there all, I have just completed two of the full version of the "take it out and clean it". YES it worked on two of my Audi 80 with two more to do. Now, I searched for a definitive way to ...
Topic: 1994 audi 80 tdi vag com problems
helmsy157 Replies: 20 Views: 15603	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Thu Sep 05, 2013 9:15 am Subject: vcds cable
helmsy157 Replies: 20 Views: 15603	Courage my friend, what I did is exactly the same as you, I then phoned Gendan and someone there stayed on the phone while I powered up the computer and tried to connect to vcds, he then walked me thr ...
Topic: audi 80 "chugging"
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 4337	Forum: Series 3 and 4: 80, 90, Coupe, Avant, S2, RS2 Posted: Tue Sep 03, 2013 9:08 am Subject: chugging
helmsy157 Replies: 6 Views: 4337	Ta Daz, had forgot about the jerking posts and all the chat about it, will do the clean over the weekend