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Today, 04:23 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread 2018 Tiguan sportline 162 tsi tyre options in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

Jax tyres have a cashback on the Michelins at the moment: https://www.jaxtyres.com.au/tyres/michelin/pilot-sport-4-s?sku=mi2354520ps4sy These are...

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Today, 04:19 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread 2018 Tiguan sportline 162 tsi tyre options in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

You cant go wrong with the PS4 or PS4's - but they are very expensive so this may change your mind. You will be perfectly ok to go 1cm wider to a...

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Today, 03:58 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Tapping noise on start up in Passat (B6 & B7)

Could well be one of your injectors too. Have you asked your mechanic to have a look/listed and give his opinion?

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Today, 03:57 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread 2018 Tiguan sportline 162 tsi tyre options in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

I would recommend staying away from the Pirelli P-Zero's. I had them as factory fitment on my Audi SQ5 as well as another car I owned a few years ago...

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Today, 02:05 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Fault: Electronic Hand Brake in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

Are you certain the parking brake has released? The cars power can easily overcome the parking brake capacity so you might be driving around with the...

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Today, 02:02 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Fault: Electronic Hand Brake in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

All cars use the rear brakes as the parking brake. I am not aware of any cars that use the front brakes for a parking brake. Only the front...

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Yesterday, 11:41 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread 2008 Tiguan Turbo Actuator in Tiguan 5N (2007 - 2016)

Get in touch with Darkside Developments in the UK - they sell the turbo's and actuators for any of the VW TDI engines. Try and get the part number...

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18-04-2021, 07:34 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Tiguan Higher Flow Air Intake Options in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

FYI you are paying for something that can easily be purchased within Australia. See AutoInstruct or VWCentral for local companies.

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18-04-2021, 07:25 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Carista BT compatibility in Vehicle Coding/Programming Tools (VCDS, OBD11 etc)

You really need to settle down mate - if I was the only person in the world who bought a fake cable do you think that ebay etc would be flooded with...

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17-04-2021, 06:13 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread I have ordered/received my New Tiguan in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

I completely disagree with this comment in regards to the pedal boxes and assume you must have never used one. Although i dont feel the need for one...

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16-04-2021, 08:14 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread NSW Newbie in Newbies Corner - (First Posts)

Gday and welcome. Theres a link in my signature to my SQ5 thread if you are interested.

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16-04-2021, 08:12 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread now i've added audi to my collection in The Audi Quarter

Yes its a common problem. My speakers havent worked for about 12 months now. I was going to cut them open and replace the speakers but cant be...

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16-04-2021, 07:20 PM

Lucas_R started a thread Mk7 GTI buyers guide review video in Mk7 Golf

Well my GTI has been immortalized in video form, this week I lent it to a friend of a friend who has recently started a YouTube channel reviewing...

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16-04-2021, 07:19 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread My Mk7 GTI PP....turns out I cant resist the VAG. in A Photo Gallery of our Rides

Well my GTI has been immortalised in video form, this week I lent it to a friend of a friend who has recently started a YouTube channel reviewing...

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16-04-2021, 02:34 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Newbie question on Driver Assistance in Mk7 Golf

I would reverse the changes you made with Carista in relation to the driver assistance. I have Carista myself and while it is a very handy tool, some...

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16-04-2021, 12:56 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Playing with an Audi SQ5 TDI in A Photo Gallery of our Rides

Another 6 monthly oil and filter change for the SQ5 as well as an intake carbon clean spray. Also replaced the cabin filter. Gave the bottom of the...

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15-04-2021, 02:04 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Noisy V6 light load in Diesels

I have a Audi SQ5 with the V6 TDI and I cant say I have the same issue. I quite often drive with the windows down and the engine is smooth and...

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15-04-2021, 11:31 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Carista BT compatibility in Vehicle Coding/Programming Tools (VCDS, OBD11 etc)

I use Carista and pay the $79 a year fee. Its a very handy tool to have and works on a multitude of cars so find myself using it to help...

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15-04-2021, 11:29 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread NSW Golf GTI MK7 rear Sway bar. in Wanted to Buy

The other option would be to call around some of the popular VW modification/servicing workshops in Sydney and ask if they have any stock Mk7 GTI...

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15-04-2021, 09:17 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Dtc 1044 in Passat (B6 & B7)

According to Dr Google it looks like it might have to be coded. 01044 - Ross-Tech Wiki C1044 Right Rear Tone Wheel Performance - Obd2-code

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15-04-2021, 09:10 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Cruise control not engaging in Amarok

That's just a standard VW dealership fee (eg 1 hour labour). Its a rip off but nothing out of the ordinary. There are a bunch of DIY scan tools these...

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14-04-2021, 04:07 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread The Notorious 1.4 CAVD twin charge... a story in Mk6 Golf

Cracking effort mate - a well deserved pat on the back. I am pretty reasonable with mechanical knowledge and ability but would not have attempted a...

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14-04-2021, 03:05 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Remote Start VW Tiguan in Tiguan 2nd Generation (2017+)

I know remote starts are a big thing in America and parts of Europe due to their cold winters, but its not really a thing in Aust. Regardless, im...

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14-04-2021, 10:30 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread NSW Golf GTI MK7 rear Sway bar. in Wanted to Buy

Does the wagon have a different rear suspension setup to the hatch? If so, the swaybar might not work. I may soon be upgrading the rear swaybar on...

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14-04-2021, 09:11 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Mk4 gti in Mk4 Golf & Bora and New Beetle

Really? They literally tuned a 1.8T swapped Mk1 Golf last week! And one of the guys who works there (Gavin) has tuned most of the modified 1.8T's on...

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13-04-2021, 11:01 PM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Mk4 gti in Mk4 Golf & Bora and New Beetle

Underground performance still do some of the 1.8T 20v tunes. Give them a shout.

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13-04-2021, 08:53 AM

Lucas_R replied to a thread Cruise control not engaging in Amarok

Get in touch with these guys VCDS Coding and Diagnostics Sydney - Home | Facebook

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