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Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by Nobody: 12:47pm On Nov 24, 2013
Hello ladies and gents!

I thought I'd start this thread. For owners, users and fans of the Four Rings, please feel free to share. Post details using the format as shown below (my own car):

Model: A8 Quattro Sport.
Model year: 2005.
Mileage: 151,000 miles.
Engine: 4.2 V8 2 x DOHC 40V.
Power: 340hp.
Torque: 440Nm.
Fuel: Gasoline.
Transmission: 6-speed Tiptronic.
Drive configuration: AWD.

Then simply state what ownership has been like, what you've done to your Audi, and what future plans you have for her. If you have more than one Audi, you can share details too. Or if you owned one in the past, or just like the brand, please feel free to contribute. We're all here to learn something new, and hopefully, we'll be all the wiser from sharing. smiley
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by camaro(m): 3:21pm On Nov 24, 2013
Audi 80 b4
1996 model
Mileage forgotten
Engine 2.3 inline 5 150up
Front wheel drive
150hp
4speed auto tranny

This was 2years ago before I joined nairaland. I have always been a car enthusiast until I met you guys on nl and I became humble.

I have been a fan for German cars Until my parents got me the Audi. Initially the engine was running smoothly with the injection System and after some issues that had to do with the blocking of nozzles. I was convinced by the road technician to do a convertion to a carburetor.

I almost said no but I remembered the conversation I did on my benz 230e with a MAUNAL trans and it worked perfectly. I had to agree and at the end of the surgery which went successfully the can wasnt picking up like before. It was taking close to 10seconds to reach 60km/h and I had to disposed of it. I enjoyed it for only a month. It's cool and stable When you are above 140km. But rear wheel cars has always been my favourite.

Im so scared that It will take me so decades to own another car because of the threat from the federal government policy about the importation of used vehicles
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by Nobody: 6:24pm On Nov 24, 2013
Camaro, it's a shame your mechanic messed up your 2.3L Audi 80 engine. Te Mercedes-Benz 230E had a carburettor version, though in the 200 (2.0) models. All 2.3 models were fuel-injected. The 2,309cc Audi 80 however had no carburettor version, so a carb conversion would require pretty much a hybrid set-up. All custom bits, unless you sourced the cylinder head and carburettor intake manifold, from the Audi 80 B2 80 1.9 CD, the B2 Audi Coupe 1.9 GT or the rare Audi 100 type 44 1.9.

Even then, the older cylinder head oil and coolant passages wouldn't line up with the oil and coolant passages in the 2.3 cylinder block.

The 2.3 cylinder head was not optimised to be carb-fed, hence the sluggish performance and other issues.

Just one thing though - the 2,309c I5 SOHC 10V motor made 133hp, not 150. smiley
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by lungwun(m): 6:43pm On Nov 24, 2013
Siena, I demand you do a thread for BMW because you own one and I'm a prospective BMW owner. wink
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by Nobody: 6:52pm On Nov 24, 2013
lungwun: Siena, I demand you do a thread for BMW because you own one and I'm a prospective BMW owner. wink

Lol...a BMW thread already exists, bro. wink
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by Shagati(m): 7:16pm On Nov 24, 2013
Siena: ... Post details using the format as shown below (my own car)....... smiley

And pictures please. Always remember pictures please
cheesy
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by camaro(m): 7:41pm On Nov 24, 2013
I agree with you that there were no carb for the b4 Audi five cylinders. That project (convertion) exposed me to notice that the Carb was not feeding the engine well as in air-fuel ratio that lead to vibration. On ideal, the engine will steam smoothly and as soon as a load is added changes will occur. The ecu was only controlling the gearbox. I have learnt my lesson.
Siena: Camaro, it's a shame your mechanic messed up your 2.3L Audi 80 engine. Te Mercedes-Benz 230E had a carburettor version, though in the 200 (2.0) models. All 2.3 models were fuel-injected. The 2,309cc Audi 80 however had no carburettor version, so a carb conversion would require pretty much a hybrid set-up. All custom bits, unless you sourced the cylinder head and carburettor intake manifold, from the Audi 80 B2 80 1.9 CD, the B2 Audi Coupe 1.9 GT or the rare Audi 100 type 44 1.9.

Even then, the older cylinder head oil and coolant passages wouldn't line up with the oil and coolant passages in the 2.3 cylinder block.

The 2.3 cylinder head was not optimised to be carb-fed, hence the sluggish performance and other issues.

Just one thing though - the 2,309c I5 SOHC 10V motor made 133hp, not 150. smiley
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by JUO(m): 8:47pm On Nov 24, 2013
big bro hope vw users will not be left out, hope our thread will not be a history?
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by timifakay(m): 11:13pm On Nov 28, 2013
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Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by timifakay(m): 11:20pm On Nov 28, 2013
Audi 80
1993 model
mileage unknown
auto tranny. 4- speed i think.
Other details unknown

Owned by my mum and was converted to carbeurator from injector.
Downside: petrol smells inside since conversion to carbeurator.

Aside that its still a lovely car thats served its money‘s worth. Been serving her since 2005, she's thinking of getting an A4 soon, any advice sir?
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by Nobody: 1:31am On Nov 29, 2013
Model: A8 Quattro Sport.
Model year: 2005.
Mileage: 151,000 miles.
Engine: 4.2 V8 2 x DOHC 40V.
Power: 340hp.
Torque: 440Nm.
Fuel: Gasoline.
Transmission: 6-speed Tiptronic.
Drive configuration: AWD.

I purchased my Audi A8 about 2 months ago, and so far, ownership has been a joy. Nothing has needed fixing, the only items I'll be attending to will be upgrades, and are as follows:

01) 9"x20" wheels, with 265/35x20 rubber.
02) Upgrade analogue TV to digital.
03) Tint rear windows.
04) Change air suspension coding with VCDS, so the car sits 20mm lower in Sport mode.
05) Install factory rear screens, using factory headrests.
06) Replace factory exhaust with custom CAT-back stainless steel system.
07) ECU remap to remove factory speed limiter, currently set at 155mph (250km/h).

I did have to buy a duplicate key from Audi, and have it coded too, for the sum of £273, as the car only came with one key. The rear license plate has delaminated slightly, so I'll be having a new set made, as the rear plate lets the car down.









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Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by Nobody: 1:33am On Nov 29, 2013
Model: A4 Quattro Sport.
Model year: 1995.
Mileage: 000,000 miles.
Engine: 4.2 V8 2 x DOHC 32V.
Power: 388hp.
Torque: 512Nm.
Fuel: Gasoline.
Transmission: 6-speed manual.
Drive configuration: AWD.

I purchased this car in June 2012, as a stock Audi A4 2.6 V6 Quattro Sport.

This one is an on-going project, and the spec will take up way too much space here. But it'll be a fire-breathing monster. I've wrung out as much power as I can in naturally-aspirated form, so the obvious progression will be going the forced induction route. Target is 600hp and 840Nm.











Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by ba7man(m): 2:22am On Nov 29, 2013
I still have dreams of owning an Audi soon. Let me just spice up the thread with pics of my dream Audis in relation to cost.

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Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by ba7man(m): 2:28am On Nov 29, 2013
........And their sexy behinds.

Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by ihimami: 10:11pm On Nov 30, 2013
I have owned quite a number of Audi Models, to me this is the best automation ever, of course that is my sentiments. With the combination of beautifully crafted exterior and interior designs with raw power and the best sound system, I am yet to see any car maker that can sway me from Audi. Most of my friends called me Mr Audi and I have won over a lot of them to share with me the excitment in owning an Audi and they are happy ever after. Below is my latest baby;

Year: 2005

Transmission: Automatic



Model: A6 Quattro



Engine: 3.2L 3123CC V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Doors: 4



Drive Type: AWD



Mileage: 233,786 miles

Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive



Sub Model: 3.2L

Horspower: 255

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Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by Nobody: 10:24pm On Nov 30, 2013
Nice choice of car, Ihimami.

Have you had the timing chain replaced yet, along with the associated tensioner and idlers? Because that would appear to be the 3.2 V6's weak point.
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by proo212(m): 8:47am On Dec 01, 2013
The Madam's Car

Model: A2 SE.
Model year: 2001.
Mileage: 108,000 miles.
Engine: 1.4 16V.
Power: 75hp.
Torque: 126Nm.
Fuel: Gasoline.
Transmission: 5-speed Manual.
Drive configuration: FWD.

Owning has been a pleasure, even with burnt out exhaust valve. Had to fix it for MOT (sorry I could not bring in the end, it became rather urgent). Had the top end redone and its running smoothly now. No more plans for her as its running great now. Great little car. Always wanted the 1.4Tdi (90ps) but the extra cost over the 1.4 petrol doesn't really add up to the savings in road tax and mpg. Used only for local trips and the odd 120 mile round trips.

Now we can talk about my Alfa Romeo 2.4 20v JTD and there's loads of stuff i'd like to do to it...
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by iKoksi(m): 6:12pm On Dec 01, 2013
This is My Dream.

Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by iKoksi(m): 6:23pm On Dec 01, 2013
Current Baby:

Make: Audi.
Model: A4 B6 Quattro.
Model year: 2004.
Engine size: 3,000cc.
Displacement: 2967 cm3
Compression: 10.1:1
Engine configuration: V6 2 x DOHC 30V.
Power: 220 hp @ 6300rmp
Torque: 300 Nm.
Fuel type: Petrol.
Induction: Naturally aspirated.
Transmission: 5-speed Tiptronic
Drive configuration: AWD.
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by tdie: 7:57pm On Dec 01, 2013
And here is mine... Basically the same specs as that of Ikoksi, but built 2 years before his...

Model: A4 Quattro Sport.
Model year: 2002.
Mileage: about 140,000 miles.
Engine: 3.0 V6 2 x DOHC 30V.
Power: 220hp.
Torque: 300Nm.
Fuel: Petrol
Transmission: 5-speed Tiptronic.
Drive configuration: AWD.

Ownership so far has been Ok bar some few electrical gremlins. I cant complain though, after all I rescued the car literally from the grave,and after our dear rewires had wrecked havoc on it.
Driving experience-absolutely wonderful; I'm hooked on 4wd sedans now... even if (and i don't think so)I ever leave the Audi marque, I'd go Merc 4matic or BMW x; You need to see my baby perform in the mud...!!

No future plans for her at the moment..., except drive her hard... :-)





Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by Nobody: 8:25pm On Dec 01, 2013
Model: Cabriolet.
Model year: 1999.
Mileage: 102,000 miles.
Engine: 2.6 V6 2 x SOHC 12V.
Power: 150hp.
Torque: 225Nm.
Fuel: Gasoline.
Transmission: 5-speed manual.
Drive configuration: FWD.

I purchased this car sometime in July 2013. Totally stock, so far all I've done is insure her, put gas into the tank and get a suntan with the roof down.

Still looking into a V8 conversion, and all wheel drive to handle the extra grunt a 4.2 V8 will provide. Sure it'll be quick with FWD and a V8 in a straight line, but what's power without control?







Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by ihimami: 9:35pm On Dec 01, 2013
Siena: Nice choice of car, Ihimami.

Have you had the timing chain replaced yet, along with the associated tensioner and idlers? Because that would appear to be the 3.2 V6's weak point.

Thanks Mr Siena, I am yet to do that but I dont know if the previous owner had done that. Please at what milage do you suspect that this issue can occure and when to replace? And it is difficult to access a reliable workshop in Nigeria to carry out the replacement, in fact, I never thought timing chain could be an issue as timing belt. What is your suggestion?
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by Nobody: 9:58pm On Dec 01, 2013
ihimami: Thanks Mr Siena, I am yet to do that but I dont know if the previous owner had done that. Please at what milage do you suspect that this issue can occure and when to replace? And it is difficult to access a reliable workshop in Nigeria to carry out the replacement, in fact, I never thought timing chain could be an issue as timing belt. What is your suggestion?

100,000 miles on the original timing chain and tensioners is plenty. Your car has done twice that mileage. To be fair, it's the chain guides that wear out (the teflon linings). If left unchecked, the chain will now run against the exposed steel, causing rapid chain wear.

If the guides are replaced at the 100,000 (recommended) mile mark, the chain could certainly outlive the engine. Though once the chain is stripped off to replace the guides, most owners would opt to have the chain replaced too, for peace of mind. You definitely need this carried out by a franchised Volkswagen Centre, or at least an independent specialist, who knows his / her way around Audi or Volkswagen engines...

...Because the chain is at the rear of the engine. Replacement of the chain or guides requires engine removal, hence most owners would opt to have the chain replaced if the engine was pulled to replace the chain guides. It just makes no practical (or economic) sense to shove the engine back into the chassis with an old chain.
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by iKoksi(m): 10:49pm On Dec 01, 2013
Hello Siena, been a while. Trust you are keeping well. I'm going for Q5, no much of reviews online, any word??
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by Nobody: 11:05pm On Dec 01, 2013
iKoksi: Hello Siena, been a while. Trust you are keeping well. I'm going for Q5, no much of reviews online, any word??

The Q5 is nice, though somewhat overshadowed by the much larger (and more luxurious) Q7. I personally prefer the Q7, more choice of engines, big beefy V8 in both petrol and diesel, not to mention the brutal 6.0 V12 TDI.

What engine would you be looking at?
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by iKoksi(m): 11:50pm On Dec 01, 2013
Prefer the Q5. Q7 too large for me. will go for the 2010 3.2L V-6 Premium. heard its B&O sound system as well.
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by ihimami: 8:44pm On Dec 02, 2013
Siena:

100,000 miles on the original timing chain and tensioners is plenty. Your car has done twice that mileage. To be fair, it's the chain guides that wear out (the teflon linings). If left unchecked, the chain will now run against the exposed steel, causing rapid chain wear.

If the guides are replaced at the 100,000 (recommended) mile mark, the chain could certainly outlive the engine. Though once the chain is stripped off to replace the guides, most owners would opt to have the chain replaced too, for peace of mind. You definitely need this carried out by a franchised Volkswagen Centre, or at least an independent specialist, who knows his / her way around Audi or Volkswagen engines...

...Because the chain is at the rear of the engine. Replacement of the chain or guides requires engine removal, hence most owners would opt to have the chain replaced if the engine was pulled to replace the chain guides. It just makes no practical (or economic) sense to shove the engine back into the chassis with an old chain.

Thank you very much, I will certainly take to your advice.
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by ihimami: 9:15pm On Dec 02, 2013
Below is a machine that I am hoping to get in to my collections when it goes on sales. grin What do you make of this machine Siena?

Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by Nobody: 2:31am On Dec 03, 2013
ihimami: Below is a machine that I am hoping to get in to my collections when it goes on sales. grin What do you make of this machine Siena?

The C7 RS6 is one hell of a car. I have had the privilege of test driving one at my local Audi dealership. The model available was however an RS6 Avant, which I prefer over the sedan.

Very fast, very thirsty, immense presense on the road. I would buy one.
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by captalex(m): 6:06pm On Dec 15, 2013
Since Siena has decided to relocate back to Nigeri to work on the audi brands,

I need honest and reliable information from actual Audi owners plus pictures of how long you've had your Audi and who and where you've take it to, to keep it in Top Shape.
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by Nobody: 7:35pm On Dec 15, 2013
captalex: Since Siena has decided to relocate back to Nigeri to work on the audi brands...

Hmmmh...
Re: Club Audi Naija And Elsewhere! by Nobody: 8:13pm On Dec 15, 2013
Siena:

Hmmmh...
Honestly, I was shocked when that poster made that comment that you were relocating to Nigeria. I searched through all your recent comments but none indicates such. Some people and their rumour peddling prowess are at it again

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