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by ghoonk
Wed Sep 30, 2009 10:17 am
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Porsche 997S vs RS4
Replies: 27
Views: 3701

My experience is the same as ghoonk's although only up to 165mph...but I hazard a guess my run in was with a Gen 1 C2S? However, I think what chemcial-ali is saying is that the new Gen 2 C2S with the PDK (385hp?) is quicker than the RS4 in a drag which would make sense considering its bhp:kg ratio....
by ghoonk
Tue Sep 29, 2009 10:39 am
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Porsche 997S vs RS4
Replies: 27
Views: 3701

Had a run with a 997CS three weeks back on a clear open road (late night). Good weather conditions, dry, and the RS4 was able to close in on the CS in every gear, and started passing the CS from 270 km/h, and he gave up at around 290 km/h. Stock car, except for a Revo reflash off the shelf to remove...
by ghoonk
Mon Aug 24, 2009 5:33 am
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: "Customised installation of quattro"
Replies: 1
Views: 684

RE: "Customised installation of quattro"

All B7 RS4s come with quattro off the factory floor. It's a standard feature, not an option.
by ghoonk
Sun Jul 19, 2009 7:16 am
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: $3000 for new brakes and rotors!?!?
Replies: 16
Views: 4027

I just got a set of JHM front rotor replacements for USD425. Jason at JHM has been nothing but extremely helpful with top class service. A set of PosiCentric brake pads shouldn't cost you much either, defo much less than USD3k.
by ghoonk
Sun Jul 05, 2009 6:10 am
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Brake rotors -- recommendations?
Replies: 18
Views: 3113

The jh motorsports ones are quite a steal :) . You could go big brake kit with the following options: alcons at 370 mm (arround 3500 usd) , brembo discs and brackets 2000 euro, brembo 6pot calipers an discs (lots of $$$) or movit ceramic carbon for 16000 euro (thats right) . Rear discs are going to...
by ghoonk
Sat Jun 27, 2009 2:22 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Cabriolet - top down, let down
Replies: 32
Views: 4229

Given that it almost never rains where I live, and the fact that law enforcement has put up fixed radars every 500m or less on the main highway, and sprinkled mobile cameras all over the city and suburbs, the cab makes an attractive proposition since I enjoy the AWD grip of quattro with the high-rev...
by ghoonk
Wed Jun 24, 2009 8:28 am
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Sounds as good as it looks
Replies: 12
Views: 1986

Re: RE: Sounds as good as it looks

Just how close to this will my RS4 sound like with a decat on the standard system? If someone says "exactly" then my wife is going to bl00dy kill me :) AND I've got childbirth to look forward to in the next 4 weeks as well agggghhhhhhhhhh Hey, I'll take it off your hands, mate! :) (please, someone ...
by ghoonk
Sun Jun 21, 2009 6:07 am
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Decoking...
Replies: 136
Views: 15862

Just dumped 2 bottles of Forte Top End Treatment to see if it helps. Right now, i'd try anything that might even help slow down the spread of this 'cancer' in the engine :P
by ghoonk
Thu Jun 18, 2009 7:38 am
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: what temp does your oil get up to?
Replies: 49
Views: 7903

RE: Re: RE: Re: RE: what temp does your oil get up to?

Good to see this thread -- I sleep a lot better at night now. I came from a Mitsu Evo 8MR and used to run oil temps at 90C on normal driving, 130C on track. In the RS4, I'm at 99C on normal driving, 110C on spirited driving (ambient temp is around 40C here in Dubai at the moment) and was a little wo...
by ghoonk
Tue Jun 16, 2009 5:59 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Brake rotors -- recommendations?
Replies: 18
Views: 3113

RE: Brake rotors -- recommendations?

Nope, no luck. Nothing came up

How much are you guys paying in the UK for a full set of RS4 brake rotors?
by ghoonk
Tue Jun 16, 2009 3:58 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Brake rotors -- recommendations?
Replies: 18
Views: 3113

Brake rotors -- recommendations?

Just spoke to my specialist garage service guy and he's confirmed that my front and rear brake rotors are going to be due for replacement in another 20,000 km or so. I just got quoted GBP1660 for all 4 rotors -- if this too much to pay? What sort of prices are you guys getting in the UK? If any of y...
by ghoonk
Tue Jun 16, 2009 3:51 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Gearbox and Differential oil change?
Replies: 11
Views: 1931

I was told the same thing.. Still wondering if there's any harm in getting it changed though.

I just had my engine oil changed today, 7000 km since my last service, and I swear, the engine feels SO much smoother now that it practically SINGS
by ghoonk
Mon Jun 15, 2009 5:52 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: I'm getting a new engine under warranty.
Replies: 19
Views: 2916

bugger me, they're bloody sporting. I'm not going to have that kind of luck with that bunch though :P
by ghoonk
Mon Jun 08, 2009 7:44 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Clutch stop for RS4?
Replies: 12
Views: 1667

RE: Clutch stop for RS4?

So, a good idea then -- does anyone know if the clutch position is adjustable?
by ghoonk
Mon Jun 08, 2009 7:42 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Technical advice required RE: inlet manifold carbon deposits
Replies: 12
Views: 2077

RE: Technical advice required RE: inlet manifold carbon depo

Would it be easier to replace the valves?

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