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by elena.ruizck
Tue Jun 23, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: B8.5 Audi A5 Sportback safety features
Replies: 6
Views: 167

Re: B8.5 Audi A5 Sportback safety features

Module 3c's VCDS report, what is it? Ideally, you'd have two separate modules. On the right side, you'll see a master 566, and on the left, you'll see a secondary 568.
Here are the codes I used for a retrofit that actually worked.
by elena.ruizck
Thu Jun 11, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: After the new engine is installed, there is no crank or start.
Replies: 5
Views: 210

Re: After the new engine is installed, there is no crank or start.

Sure, I get it. Neither of them will "connect" unless you turn the key to the ignition, which you aren't doing.

Please clarify what "accessory mode" means to you. It was fine to hit the Start/Stop button once, not twice? Getting the key fob case open was a challenge.

Alright, so after the failed ...
by elena.ruizck
Wed Jun 03, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Okay, E46 crew, I need your help with this question.
Replies: 9
Views: 329

Re: Okay, E46 crew, I need your help with this question.

Using the SMG, I'd put it closer to $30k. The rod bearings and the mounts on the back of the subframe are in dire need of repair. It will be worth more after those two things are done.

You may use the original transmission if you wish to convert the SMG to manual, and there is a lot of ...
by elena.ruizck
Wed Jun 03, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: What it's like to upgrade Bose audio
Replies: 5
Views: 269

Re: What it's like to upgrade Bose audio

Some Becker headunits have Bluetooth modules that attach to the CD changer connector on the rear.
by elena.ruizck
Tue Jun 02, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: New brake pads for the rear...
Replies: 3
Views: 199

Re: New brake pads for the rear...

Before removing the rear brake pads, make sure the electronic parking brake is retracted.
by elena.ruizck
Fri May 22, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: B2200 Headers: Any Way to Make them Quieter?
Replies: 3
Views: 227

Re: B2200 Headers: Any Way to Make them Quieter?

"the two converters have been hollowed out."

We can look at that possibility. Is it hard to remove the convertors? Which instrument(s) were utilized?


In a similar vein, are the three pipes that extended from the exhaust manifold cover to the location of the original carb still present? Mine are ...
by elena.ruizck
Fri May 22, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: B2200 Headers: Any Way to Make them Quieter?
Replies: 3
Views: 227

B2200 Headers: Any Way to Make them Quieter?

I recently put in a new Weber Redline carb to replace the old Medusa. All went smoothly. Changing out the factory exhaust manifold and pre-cat with headers is my next step in getting the engine's undercarriage in order. It is my intention to swap out the stock muffler with a suitable aftermarket ...
by elena.ruizck
Thu May 21, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: An Opel GT is envisioned by Chip Foose.
Replies: 9
Views: 374

Re: An Opel GT is envisioned by Chip Foose.

In all candor, I find the exterior design of the GT concept/prototype to be more "modern" than that of the finished vehicles. The gentle curves likely have a role.
by elena.ruizck
Thu May 21, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: An Opel GT is envisioned by Chip Foose.
Replies: 9
Views: 374

Re: An Opel GT is envisioned by Chip Foose.

I like that over the drawing he made for me. He was at a Good Guys car show when I saw him eighteen years ago. To support progeria research, he was signing t-shirts. I inquired as to his method for striping a GT. In one minute, he sketched this. I took a more daring approach, not using his design ...
by elena.ruizck
Tue May 19, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: which manufacturers of brake rotors are dependable for a 2012 XC70?
Replies: 9
Views: 394

Re: which manufacturers of brake rotors are dependable for a 2012 XC70?

When you don't use the automobile for long periods of time, they all rust. Good luck! I purchased my Detriot Axle on eBay and have been quite satisfied with it.