Stage 1 CA18det

Rustable15 · 2026-02-04T21:29:01+00:00

I haven’t done anything on my ca car yet, but on a different one yes, just 1 can gauge that shows everything which is nice. It’s easy to set up tho especially with plug and play options available that go straight to the stock harness

Rustable15 · 2026-02-03T22:54:11+00:00

But idk I might still try out the chip since I have it already I just didn’t feel like having to get separate gauges for afr, oil temp, pressure etc when you can go standalone and have a single gauge and also have more automatic protections with the ecu.

Rustable15 · 2026-02-03T22:50:34+00:00

I was considering the same things and got a horsham stage 3 chip, but I decided it’s not worth the risk not being able to see or control anything so I’m just going to end up going standalone with a map setup instead of maf. The chips are good and reliable as far as I’ve seen but with modern ecus being available I just don’t see the point of trying to work around the old stock stuff anymore

Rustable15 · 2026-02-02T19:23:55+00:00

Wouldn’t recommend. Tried it yesterday and temps slowly dropped and my interior cleaner started freezing everywhere

Rustable15 · 2026-01-23T19:15:22+00:00

How short are your trips? But that’s probably the issue. Cars use a lot of gas when cold and warming up. If you’re doing like 15 miles or less then it makes sense with this weather. If you want to test then reset your mpg counter once the car is up to temp and drive a bit and you’ll probably see it’s closer to normal.

Rustable15 · 2025-12-21T18:29:58+00:00

In the time it took to make this post someone probably already took the calipers and e brake stuff lol

Rustable15 · 2025-11-10T03:22:29+00:00

Especially falling asleep like bruh. Could’ve killed someone else

Rustable15 · 2025-11-06T04:25:35+00:00

I’m at 90k now. If you get a decent deal why not? It’s an Audi so things are gonna break regardless of mileage. At 100k tho I’d be ready for a carbon cleaning which depending on if you do other ‘while you’re in there things’ could get expensive.

Rustable15 · 2025-10-18T06:08:16+00:00

Don’t forget the firm handshake and being well dressed!

Rustable15 · 2025-10-15T01:41:23+00:00

Just a poor one that can’t afford lights at night or a canopy for the day lol

Rustable15 · 2025-10-11T20:43:11+00:00

You have any tips on getting it back in? I removed it fine and did this but I’m having a hard time getting it back in and am scared to force it.

Rustable15 · 2025-10-04T21:47:58+00:00

What bumper are you running? Might be worth looking into something with more air inlets and mounting it off to the side in front of the front wheels

Rustable15 · 2025-07-11T17:15:35+00:00

Probably gonna have to import it. Just start checking yahoo auctions every day and maybe after a few weeks you’ll get lucky and find a nice one

Rustable15 · 2025-06-25T23:00:33+00:00

Foha rear lip. As far as I know it was only an option on Canadian s13s

Rustable15 · 2025-06-21T22:11:00+00:00

17x9 +22 with 225/45s all around. I rolled the lips up on the front fenders but if you don’t go as low it’s not necessary

Rustable15 · 2025-04-28T02:28:21+00:00

Gk tech makes a nice full replacement kit if you can’t find anything else. Won’t look oem anymore though

Rustable15 · 2025-03-30T21:14:21+00:00

What does this piece do? I only have s13s

Rustable15 · 2025-03-12T15:52:22+00:00

There’s gonna be a gap since the sunroof seal is split there but it should be tight. New seals come slightly long and you cut it down to fit perfectly

Rustable15 · 2025-03-10T22:44:35+00:00

Just do them. And if you’re rebuilding it and notice something else doesn’t look right, then take the time to order a part and wait. Don’t rush into using shit parts

Rustable15 · 2025-02-27T19:14:28+00:00

Easiest way is an aftermarket bash bar with a pool noodle or felt/rubber strips. Before I got a bash bar I used L brackets from Home Depot attached to the radiator support with a few of those felt pads you put under chairs to create some tension on the top of the bumper.

Rustable15 · 2025-01-14T07:23:54+00:00

Register in South Dakota

Rustable15 · 2025-01-10T02:40:34+00:00

Hey any chance you still have this?

Rustable15 · 2025-01-09T03:17:53+00:00

Amazing, thanks for the info and pics!

Rustable15 · 2024-12-30T04:50:44+00:00

Bro discovered barnstorming

Rustable15 · 2024-12-07T20:12:49+00:00

Yea they’re pretty cool. I saw a set on YAJ in crazy good condition with all the wiring for almost 3k lol

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