Tyler's Owdi B5 S4 Build & Update(s) Thread
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Agreed
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rockstar143 (02-28-2018)
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As much as I hate to admit it, yes.
Financially, it was the right move .. the Fit is a tremendous daily and it's much more comfortable.
When it comes down to fun / weekend driving, the S4 project has taken a lot longer than expected .. but the moment I'm pulling 25 psi on E85 I'm sure I'll the S2000 will be a distant memory.
Maybe, just maybe I'll snag another S2000 ..![Tongue](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/tongue.gif)
I don't believe the 1G Fit came with Bluetooth or really any factory options. Upgrading the headunit easily bypasses that issue, but overall the car has been fantastic. I just rolled over 200k and the only thing it really needs right now is a valve adjustment / alternator .. otherwise, car is a tank.
Financially, it was the right move .. the Fit is a tremendous daily and it's much more comfortable.
When it comes down to fun / weekend driving, the S4 project has taken a lot longer than expected .. but the moment I'm pulling 25 psi on E85 I'm sure I'll the S2000 will be a distant memory.
Maybe, just maybe I'll snag another S2000 ..
![Tongue](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/tongue.gif)
I don't believe the 1G Fit came with Bluetooth or really any factory options. Upgrading the headunit easily bypasses that issue, but overall the car has been fantastic. I just rolled over 200k and the only thing it really needs right now is a valve adjustment / alternator .. otherwise, car is a tank.
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gnuts (03-06-2018)
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More parts on order:
New Stoptech rotors front / rear w/ front EBC pads
New N75 (Audi’s OEM electronic boost controller)
New 3 BAR MAP sensor
New 90 degree bend elbow hoses for APR BiPipe
New 75A ORings for BiPipe
New T-Bolt Clamps
I’m hoping to have most of this before the weekend. Stay tuned for more updates!
New Stoptech rotors front / rear w/ front EBC pads
New N75 (Audi’s OEM electronic boost controller)
New 3 BAR MAP sensor
New 90 degree bend elbow hoses for APR BiPipe
New 75A ORings for BiPipe
New T-Bolt Clamps
I’m hoping to have most of this before the weekend. Stay tuned for more updates!
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You STILL haven't changed that alternator?!
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TylerT (03-07-2018)
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As much as I hate to admit it, yes.
Financially, it was the right move .. the Fit is a tremendous daily and it's much more comfortable.
When it comes down to fun / weekend driving, the S4 project has taken a lot longer than expected .. but the moment I'm pulling 25 psi on E85 I'm sure I'll the S2000 will be a distant memory.
Maybe, just maybe I'll snag another S2000 ..![Tongue](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/tongue.gif)
I don't believe the 1G Fit came with Bluetooth or really any factory options. Upgrading the headunit easily bypasses that issue, but overall the car has been fantastic. I just rolled over 200k and the only thing it really needs right now is a valve adjustment / alternator .. otherwise, car is a tank.
Financially, it was the right move .. the Fit is a tremendous daily and it's much more comfortable.
When it comes down to fun / weekend driving, the S4 project has taken a lot longer than expected .. but the moment I'm pulling 25 psi on E85 I'm sure I'll the S2000 will be a distant memory.
Maybe, just maybe I'll snag another S2000 ..
![Tongue](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/tongue.gif)
I don't believe the 1G Fit came with Bluetooth or really any factory options. Upgrading the headunit easily bypasses that issue, but overall the car has been fantastic. I just rolled over 200k and the only thing it really needs right now is a valve adjustment / alternator .. otherwise, car is a tank.
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Not yet ![rofl](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/rofl.gif)
S4 running optimally > Fit running optimally![Teef](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/teef.gif)
:Sad:
One of these days I’ll have to take my moms S2000 for the day and get my fix. It has been awhile since Ive driven it!
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S4 running optimally > Fit running optimally
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:Sad:
One of these days I’ll have to take my moms S2000 for the day and get my fix. It has been awhile since Ive driven it!
#1652
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More parts on order:
New Stoptech rotors front / rear w/ front EBC pads
New N75 (Audi’s OEM electronic boost controller)
New 3 BAR MAP sensor
New 90 degree bend elbow hoses for APR BiPipe
New 75A ORings for BiPipe
New T-Bolt Clamps
I’m hoping to have most of this before the weekend. Stay tuned for more updates!
New Stoptech rotors front / rear w/ front EBC pads
New N75 (Audi’s OEM electronic boost controller)
New 3 BAR MAP sensor
New 90 degree bend elbow hoses for APR BiPipe
New 75A ORings for BiPipe
New T-Bolt Clamps
I’m hoping to have most of this before the weekend. Stay tuned for more updates!
6qts of 10w30
oil filter + crush washer
air filter (one in there is original to the car
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...that's about it.
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I ordered an entire valve cover gasket kit...for some reason the ones that came with the last kit are leaking at the bolts...
unless they weren't included in the kit I bought, maybe? I can't figure that one out...what a waste though, I only need the bolt washer gaskets.
unless they weren't included in the kit I bought, maybe? I can't figure that one out...what a waste though, I only need the bolt washer gaskets.
#1654
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I recently picked up a silver 01 S4 with 200k miles. Great car! I don't think I can do what you've been doing but it sure is fun to watch.
To be honest, I can barely keep up with regular maintenance items (currently waiting for some rear shock mount housings). Also one of the turbos looked a lilttle.. suspicious. I have my fingers crossed that it's not leaking oil
To be honest, I can barely keep up with regular maintenance items (currently waiting for some rear shock mount housings). Also one of the turbos looked a lilttle.. suspicious. I have my fingers crossed that it's not leaking oil
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#1656
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I recently picked up a silver 01 S4 with 200k miles. Great car! I don't think I can do what you've been doing but it sure is fun to watch.
To be honest, I can barely keep up with regular maintenance items (currently waiting for some rear shock mount housings). Also one of the turbos looked a lilttle.. suspicious. I have my fingers crossed that it's not leaking oil![what](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/what.gif)
To be honest, I can barely keep up with regular maintenance items (currently waiting for some rear shock mount housings). Also one of the turbos looked a lilttle.. suspicious. I have my fingers crossed that it's not leaking oil
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#1658
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Please. We Canadians are just as bad with our money!
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I recently picked up a silver 01 S4 with 200k miles. Great car! I don't think I can do what you've been doing but it sure is fun to watch.
To be honest, I can barely keep up with regular maintenance items (currently waiting for some rear shock mount housings). Also one of the turbos looked a lilttle.. suspicious. I have my fingers crossed that it's not leaking oil![what](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/what.gif)
To be honest, I can barely keep up with regular maintenance items (currently waiting for some rear shock mount housings). Also one of the turbos looked a lilttle.. suspicious. I have my fingers crossed that it's not leaking oil
![what](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/what.gif)
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Shock towers are a hot commodity on the B5 classifieds .. once the paint goes the salts just destroy them. If you need a set, my buddy is selling them for $150 shipped.
The "guts" of the 2.7T are solid AF .. not uncommon to see 300,000+ mile S4s rolling around on the original block .. abiet, it's probably the only thing original on the entire car
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#1663
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Yes! Forward me your CC number and I'll send you a lifetime of ambition!
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TacoBello (03-08-2018)
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Can't put a price on that, that's forsure.
Though does loving my hand count? Because it loves me back all the time![:O](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/embarrassment.gif)
But seriously... we should be talking about badass turbos and oil leaks in here![Tongue](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/tongue.gif)
Though does loving my hand count? Because it loves me back all the time
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But seriously... we should be talking about badass turbos and oil leaks in here
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Tyler, I hate to ask, but do you know how much $$$$ you've dumped into the S4 by now? Curious to know what the tally is at
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TylerT (03-08-2018)
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Maintenance (preparing for Stage 3): $2500 - I would say half of it was preventative / things that were bugging me. (Timing belt, new struts / springs, gaskets, fluids, control arms, air filter, cabin filter, new o2 sensors etc)
Upgrades: $6000 - Turbos, K04 inlets, Intercoolers, fueling, ignition, clutch, exhaust, intake, wheels, headliner re-done, boost gauge & wideband, upgraded 3 BAR MAP sensor, new N75 valve, etc
+ Cost of tools & Supplies - I will admit ... I lost track of how much I've spent on tools and getting my garage ready for this project. I don't think this cost fully applies to the build since I will use them for years to come & will help out for future repairs on the vehicles we own currently.
Very expensive ordeal ... hence why dumping the S2000 made sense.
In my mind, a comfortable daily & a weekend warrior was what I wanted in the end.
Last edited by TylerT; 03-08-2018 at 12:29 PM.
#1670
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Honestly that's not bad. To supercharge the TL would be more than that... And it would still be slow as balls in comparison. I was speaking to Gus (04wpdsedan) about SCing and he suggested having at least 10k to do it right... To gain 50hp.
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I think the B5 platform is great IF you are willing to put in the time to do it yourself / putting up the amount of money to do it right ... they are cumbersome at times and require a lot of hours but in the end, a 400whp car for ~$20,000 that you built yourself isn't really that bad.
Where the B5 platform gets you is when BIG things start failing .. Oh, threw a rod? Might as well build the motor ... and the trans .... and get new turbos ... and new clutch ... and ....
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It's a vicious cycle. A good exit strategy for me would be keeping a modest tune and keeping the block / rods in one piece
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Sounds like you need boost in your life.
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People have different tastes. ![Shrug](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/shrug.gif)
I've driven a few turbocharged cars in the 350whp+ range and sat shotgun in a 997 Turbo at WOT - I think Jeremy hit it right on the head when he said something along the lines of:
While it may not be the most responsive, it's neat feeling because of the anticipation / hesitation for when the turbo finally hits. The sounds & power delivery is totally different from N/A
, but there's something extremely satisfying about the sudden surge of torque lol.
I may get shit for this also, but I've never driven a fast AF N/A V8. I'm almost scared of how much I would actually like it ...
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I've driven a few turbocharged cars in the 350whp+ range and sat shotgun in a 997 Turbo at WOT - I think Jeremy hit it right on the head when he said something along the lines of:
While it may not be the most responsive, it's neat feeling because of the anticipation / hesitation for when the turbo finally hits. The sounds & power delivery is totally different from N/A
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I may get shit for this also, but I've never driven a fast AF N/A V8. I'm almost scared of how much I would actually like it ...
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I can appreciate their simplicity after having a B5 for 2 years.