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Hi All, As most don't follow up on posts & its been a few months since swapping my front discs, I thought I'd do the right thing & give an honest update. The relatively cheap Audura discs & pads from Europarts, that I fitted, are very performing very well with absolutely no issues, no brake judder & they stop the car exactly as they should. I would recommend this particular brand especially if one is on a budget.

i can see why it was 1100,it looks like a very professional repair in fairness.it wont happen him again hopefully! Greg

All within half an inch to have missed it Colin - I feel sorry for him - it could happen to any of us. Perhaps we have more choice down this end of Wales, but £880 to deal with a minor-ish short scrape, does seem a little heavy on the pencil, as we say down here. Still, it’s done. Kind regards, Gareth.

Not been on here or the car for a while been very busy with work and personal things but got back on it today and it's all together so hopefully I can turn her over tomorrow

Hi try LLL carparts they have a catalogue online the only bit you will needs your VIN code that should give you the part number, with regard to aftermarket as long as you don't buy Made in China they are generally spot on as Audi don't make the parts they buy them from Valeo or Febi or whoever sells to them at a preferential price. Steve.

So have a small update on this for anyone interested. My local garage did squeeze me in to take a look but unfortunately didn't have time to actually replace the thermostat. They did agree that it's almost certainly in need of replacing and the cause of the coolant temp not getting to full temp. They also ran a scan and confirmed that the fan control module had error codes so the whole unit needed to be replaced. Think they said the genuine part was about £280 but also said if I wanted to buy non-genuine they would fit for me. Does anyone have experience of these cheaper radiator fan units? They any good, or just a false economy? Also, I am trying to find the exact part number for the fan unit, is there anywhere I can find that online? There seems to be a few variations of this part depending on year etc/engine etc.

I will find out Friday when I take it in, im going to guess they'll have done it by their in house workshop

Well iv just put the back boxes on not properly or bolted up just too get the sound and I'm well happy 20240318_111145.mp4

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ah it could have been a lot worse,at least no other vehicle was involved so its probably a cheap lesson

no problem,i know on the a6 of the same year its fairly straightforward, you need to remove the plastic strip that runs back from the door handle,theres 3 bolts there and then theres 2more down onthe panel where the switch is for the elec window. maybe google it and itll show you clearly.Greg

Done 👍🏽

Thanks Gareth, I’m in Brighton East Sussex. I didn’t really think location was important to share and discuss ideas etc but yes you’re right it’ll probably help.👍🏽 Thanks again 👍🏽👍🏽 Kevin.

hi richard,i think the history for cam belt change and service history will be online if its been done by audi or a reputable independant garage.Greg

Sorry Richard, this might be too direct a question, but why did you accept the car with so many of the ‘must check I have’ elements missing? Kind regards, Gareth.

hi imran,id be removing the door car and check is there something loose or if someone previously changed the window reg they may not have put it back properly or maybe left a nut or washer in the door panel.Greg

Well done, I am working on Matt Allright BBC consumer rights journalist. Just sent him Cally’ s story

Wow, you've made great progress. I need my engine out yet lol 😆