Paul Curtis

How difficult is it replace an A3 1.6 fsi with a 2.0.FSI From other post I have a sportback with a 2.0fsi engine that is US, The garage has advised me not to waste any more money on this car. However I had purchased a 2.0fsi engine, new Gates cambelt kit. VW waterpump and clutch kit, to fit to the replacement engine. I would like to find a 5 door A3/8p 2.0 with a broken cam belt, these seem hard to find. It appears there are numerous 1.6 fsi around with high mileage in 5 doors. Is it feasably to replace the engine and gearbox (I have a 6 speed box) without major rerouting of pipes. I have the ECU from the original A3. What else does a BVY engine fit in the Audi range? Must have four doors (Grandchildren). I know I could sell the A3 for £400 as scrap as it has Vienna leather trim, four working doors with electric windows and Xenum headlights. Plus alloy wheels.

Hello Ben, the answer is yes. send an email to curtis_paul@hotmail.co.uk and I will give my mobile number. Paul

I have dug my self a hole and should rely put down the shovel. Last year I bought an A3 sportback with sky roof and what was supposed to be a timing problem! The garage decided it was not the cam belt or timing chain as there was no oil pressure. I had bought a cam belt kit (Gates) and a new VW water pump ready. next step bought a second hand engine from a sirocco, this was delivered 11 December 2020. At same time bought new clutch kit ready. Comes today garage calls and ask me to visit. Advises not to progress due to state of suspension bushes and brakes/calipers. We agree to stop all work. Now I am looking for an A3 with a broken engine. Have I lost all sense of value? Any suggestion please, I now have a 2.0fsi engine with 93k new clutch kit and cambelt kit. Also an A3 2.0fsi with sky roof, leather trim, plus more.

Can any member please supply the part numbers for the handle and "bar attached too" on the Q7 sunshade please. I understand that the handle is a replaceable item on this model and wish to see if the bar it fixes to can be used on my A3.

I have a friend who has access to a 3D printer but would need a sample to draw one to obtain the details. At present my car is at a garage waiting for the timing belts to be changed. In my case not urgent as I have alternatives to use Two Audi TTs mk1`s a Mercedes and a BMW. I bought the A3 as my grandson has a new car seat too big for the TT. Can you check how many of the clips you would require, 1 - 4, It may be worth having a quantity produced if this is a common problem. I have various local companies who supply 3D printed items , also my son is into purchasing a 3D printer for him self I am told. I have asked Websato to confirm this is a supplied part to the VAG group without a reply. Also I see that it is possible to purchase handles to fit the sun roof on a Q7. The "bar" it screws to may be an alternative way to a more permanent solution. I have asked on the forum this question. This is an ongoing problem and the cost of a new Audi replacement bar is stupid. Paul.

Hello. Can anyone please supply the part numbers for the sunshade on either a Q5 or Q3. It appears the handle is a replaceable item on the Q7,/Q5 and I thought if the rail it fits too is available as a part could I use this on my A3. I could then replace the handle when necessary. It is not economical to purchase TWO of the A3 rails at £100 each and expect to wait for them to break again. Paul.

Hello, I had a Audi a6 and the passengers foot well filled with water and ruined the control units. This was due to the vents becoming blocked under the bonnet . Also the battery box was above the footwell and this I sealed with mastic used on fish tanks. The floor mats took an age to dry even when using a dehumidify. Hope this is not your problem.

The problem of the sun shade on a sky roof is not new, for me yes. Purchasing a A3 with sky roof has shown the clips to hold shut do not operate. To purchase two new ones will not make economic sense to me. I have a copy of TB 60-07-06 on how to change the complete locking rail. It appears the small hook shape clips are broken, has anyone made or had made 3D printed parts of this item. I have read that the sun blind is supplied to AUDI by Websato, can anyone confirm this please

Although new to this forum, I have owned two Audi TT`s mk1 for five years, both a coupe and convertible 225`s. I even have a full length tonneau cover on my convertible purchased from Europe, the genuine Audi part. However the grandchild seat is now to big for the coupe and I have added an A3 sportback with sky roof. Hense the problem! Can I please be directed on the site to where I may find comments on the sunshade catches, I have obtained a copy of TB 60-07-06 on how to replace the front rail, This part when purchase twice is nearly half of what the car cost. Has anyone madde on a 3D printer the clips only please? Any assistance would be appreciated. Paul