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Sorry you've had bad luck with the dealer but I would have to agree with you, it's highly unlikely to be a mechanical issue as both motors and switches are working normally. Hope it gets sorted soon cheers Steve

Thanks for that Dan :) I know knockhill race track and to be fair that's a good shout for a venue :) cheers Steve

To be honest Mark I wouldn't bother having it done and It's not compulsory for it to be done. I say that as iv worked in a Volkswagen service department. On most cars it was just a software update but on certain engines certain parts had to be added such as vibration dampers. The reason why I say not is because before the emissions update is done, a diagnostic check has to be completed. And from a diagnostic check you could be given horrible news that your car needs a new egr valve and cooler even if the car is running fine with no lights on the dash. If that makes sense. This was all too common at Vw. The emissions update cannot be completed if there are issues with the egr. On the other hand if you do have it done you should get a certificate to show its been completed which you can show the next owner when you come to sell the vehicle. Hope iv helped cheers Steve

We have to events which are slightly local to you. There's: VAG Tuner Live on the 16th July at donington park and audis in the park on the 13th august at Deenes park, Corby, Northamptonshire if you'd like to display your vehicle at either show then let me know :) cheers Steve

No worries Dan! I'm always on the lookout for new events. Once I've found one il post it. Alternatively if you find an event than by all means let us know and we will try and attend :) Oh and don't forget to add some pics of your t5 in the "what else do you ride/drive" section :) cheers Steve

I know the front bulbs are tricky to replace and the air box needs removing so in order to get at the holder. You shouldn't have to remove the headlights. The problem you have is that the bulb holders weren't designed for led bulbs and as you rightly pointed out you would need load resistors. Sorry i can't be of any more help. Cheers Steve

No worries Dan, I appreciate it's along way for you to travel. If you come across any events out your way than feel free to share it. We will be more than happy to rally some members as I know there are other members in Scotland :) cheers Steve

That's fine :) if you find any than let me know. Dont worry, I appreciate it's a long way for you to travel! Your welcome for the invite, it's just good to get members together when we can :) cheers Steve

Hi there, what type of towbar are you thinking of fitting? Fixed or detachable? I believe the b7 can tow: unbraked trailer of 750kg braked trailer of 1900kg i also believe the b7 kerb weight is between 1510kg and 1535kg. i hope iv been some help. Cheers Steve

Hi David, welcome to the forum :) shouldnt your a3 have the cup holders in the centre console, under the vent controls? Im unsure about the speaker lights to be honest cheers Steve

Welcome to the forum :) sorry to hear your having issues. My number one recommendation would be to take it back to where it was serviced as the issues only occurred after it had been there. Cheers Steve

I think your best bet is eBay :)

Thanks Trevor. The organiser is going to post a club pack to me on Friday. So once I know more il let you know. For info the organiser works for performance Audi magazine

Welcome to the forum Mickey, sorry to hear about your a3 issues. I think Dan has summed it up well. Hope it gets sorted soon cheers Steve

Hi Justin welcome to the forum :) if it were me I would stick with the tyres that are already fitted. I say that as you already know they are quiet which is already a good thing. Michelins are good and iv heard Goodyear eagle f1 are good. And I don't see it to be a problem to put the fronts on the back as you have Quattro but your local tyre specialist will be able to advise otherwise. Also if you've been to France recently then feel free to write a road trip review with your hints and tips. I'm sure URL be useful for other members :) oh and if you would like to display your q7 at any up and coming events with us then just let us know :) We are trying to get enough cars for VAG Tuner Live which is happening at Donington park on Sunday 16th July. Cheers Steve

Your most welcome Derek :) let us know how you get on :)

Right. I have spoken to the organiser for the event and he is happy to have us on board! info: Our display requires a minimum of 5 cars aftermarket parts suppliers will be demonstrating their products. I.e. Showing off their suspension whilst doing laps of the track. Car rides round the track will be available in an Audi R8. there will be rides i.e. Dodgems il pass on further info once I have it :)

Hi Josh I would say you'd be looking at 6 hours labour time at a guess. Cheers Steve

Hi Josh, welcome to the forum:) glad you've finally got a transfer box! So hopefully you'll be back on the road soon! Cheers Steve

Hi Chris, I'm not sure of any Audi events in Scotland currently. Are you aware of any? If so we would be more than happy to rally support and attend the event :) i do know we have other members who live in Scotland. Would you be interested in displaying your Audi at VAG Tuner or Audis in the park? Thanks for your interest! :) cheers Steve

Hello Chris welcome to the forum :) You'll find members on here are a friendly bunch and if you've got any questions we will be more than happy to help. Oh and don't forget to check out the events section. We are always looking for cars to represent the club on display stands :) cheers Steve

Hello Archies and welcome to the forum :) youll find all the guys and gels on here a friendly bunch and if you've got any questions we will be more than happy to help. Oh and don't forget to check out the events section. We are always looking for cars to represent the club on display :) cheers Steve

Welcome to the forum Jonny :) sorry to hear your predicament. I'm assuming you have the 2.0tdi? If so, my dad has the 2.0tdi Vw Passat (66 plate) and he is getting into the high 40s low 50s with mpg but he has the car computer set to the eco mode. he was getting those figures pretty much straight away. To put your mpg into comparison my 2002 a6 2.5tdi is getting in the mid 30s for mpg. I would deffo get Audi to have a look and plug the car into a diagnostic machine cheers Steve

Here's another show you guys and gels may be interested in attending. its on the 26th-28th June :)

That's fine :) we have 3 shows coming up: Sun 16th July VAG Tuner @ Donington park race track, Leicestershire Sun 13th august Audis in the park @ Deenes park, Corby, Northamptonshire sat 16th September Audi Driver International show @ castle Combe race track in Wiltshire. Let us know if you can make any of them. And we'll get you added to the list of display cars! :)