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A ball joint splitter is the best option and less likely to cause any subsequent damage. If the joint does not 'crack' immediately, just leaving it under tension for a few minutes, nipping up the bolt a time or two will do the trick. I use a ancient Sykes version of this example =...

Some pre-reading on Tom's silicone hoses - https://www.a2oc.net/community/index.php?threads/tdi120-my-new-engine.32986/post-281495 Cheers Spike

Me too. They always seem happy to talk through the procedure while the system is evacuated and re-gassed. One interesting point was that many workshops just check the system holds a vacuum for a short time after sucking out the old fluids. This is no where near as effective as a proper pressure...

Any previous issues with the engine suddenly dying before the loom change, especially when the engine was hot. Just thinking a failing crankshaft speed sensor will stop the engine, and presumably cut the signal to the ECU and injectors even when cranking Cheers Spike

Nice clear description for the 'petrol' gearboxes Is there anything similar for the 02J tdi gearbox Cheers Spike

As most will know, final tightening of most suspension fasteners should be with the weight of the car on its wheels. Cheers Spike

Thought the injector body O ring seals could also be an issue but I can't find a diagram to show if the fuel could actually migrate into the cooling galleries Cheers Spike.

No idea how it's going to work but Tesla seem to be opening up their charging system https://electrek.co/2022/05/18/tesla-expands-supercharger-pilot-program-non-tesla-ev-owners-european-countries/ Cheers Spike

For info, the weights of all accessories are listed in this price list from the 'Brochures' section of the forum https://www.a2oc.net/community/index.php?attachments/a2-june-04-pdf.13521/ Open Sky adds 32Kg to the weight of the car Cheers Spike

Does this work https://www.mathewsons.co.uk/auction/lot/lot-458---2001-audi-a2-se/?lot=4395&so=0&st=audi&sto=0&au=5&ef=&et=&ic=False&sd=1&pp=48&pn=1&g=1 Cheers Spike

Roughly similar spec Petrol car sold here https://www.a2oc.net/community/index.php?threads/mathewsons-auctions-now-just-saw-this-17400-mile-1-4-se-petrol-lot-458.49618/post-486435 Cheers Spike

It will no doubt vary car to car but as a general guide a 10% weight loss equates to a 3% reduction in fuel consumption. As Steve indicated, light wheels and skinny tyres (low rolling resistance) will give the best value improvement The biggest saving in removing all the interior trim will...

Different gearbox code but are these the spacer pics you were thinking of - https://www.a2oc.net/community/index.php?threads/bluemotion-mzn-gearbox-an-alternative.42805/post-397827 Cheers Spike

Worth asking our resident Forum breakers Cheers Spike

Audifan posted a link to Darwin Diesels in this old post - https://www.a2oc.net/community/index.php?threads/diesel-injector-testing.49433/post-483808 Cheers Spike

Any chance the anti shudder butterfly is not fully open and severely restricting intake air flow Cheers Spike

Some background info in this old thread - https://www.a2oc.net/community/index.php?threads/a2-1-6fsi-fuel-gauge-works-in-reverse-after-the-new-fuel-pump-in-tank-had-been-fitted.36424/post-318750 The grey area is that a '2001' instrument cluster and compatible fuel sender are calibrated for a...

Some views here but not quite side-on https://www.drive2.com/l/4062246863888628837/ Cheers Spike

Most new pads have a big chamfer on the leading and trailing edge of the friction material This ebay pic of a 'green stuff' pad is a typical example https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/361832505229?fits=Car+Make%3AAudi%7CModel%3AA2&epid=249411163&hash=item543ee5df8d:g:0wAAAOSw4GVYL~Av Any chance this...

Looks like your request has gone under the radar. Totally agree with your suggestion that Sarge's fantastic 'Service' thread needs to be a sticky in the service and repairs section. Cheers Spike