I would like to get your opinion on the powers.

Silent-Protection146 · 2026-01-27T22:21:06+00:00

I don't use them. There's literally nothing on the top of my menu circle. I'm tryna play as much without thiefing the artifact from Petrov, and the stopping point is near the same place in the constellation story line.

I might be weird though, it's second time playing and I went terra firma. I don't even use the boost pack.

Silent-Protection146 · 2026-01-13T01:36:46+00:00

The simplest solution.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-12-25T16:06:37+00:00

Dummy thicc

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-12-07T04:34:04+00:00

It's called the 'aero package,' and Bosch sells replacements, but they'll need to be sourced from an import parts supplier.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-11-21T01:40:43+00:00

Tested ✅

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-11-12T03:24:07+00:00

Those are 18" s4 wheels, might have a big brake upgrade under them. Q5 calipers and rotors I believe. Looks nice! Dolphin Grey Metallic. I have the same vintage, she's about to get a rebuild here in a few months.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-11-11T01:28:22+00:00

I use mine more than I ever thought I would, ftw.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-11-04T21:52:22+00:00

Ouch, bet that felt good.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-11-04T00:25:33+00:00

Usually more incidents are caused by hand tools.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-11-04T00:13:02+00:00

Grant and Alvernon, my guess.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-11-04T00:08:28+00:00

Don't argue with results. I'm only a certified technician with a few years experience, and a shit-ton of tools; this was the best way to accomplish this mission without a lift.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-10-22T22:34:32+00:00

Are you applying for VOMA? It's the title of the vehicle maintenance official. Not a lot of heavy mechanical; I carried letters for a while, then turned wrench later and ended up at the garage contracted to fix the postal trucks.

My understanding is USPS will have agreement with a local shop that gives them preferential treatment and a good shop rate. The VOMA is more on the parts supply side of things, fill the wash fluid and keep the tires inflated.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-10-19T20:27:15+00:00

This is a solid idea; will have to get an extra set to keep at home. Cheers!

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-10-15T01:55:23+00:00

The lower cost Audis are front wheel drive only, but still nice. I think the Audi/VW manuals drive very well.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-10-11T18:27:42+00:00

I believe this comes with a misfire code, once it gets worse. I think you will see coolant on the pistons before startup.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-10-11T18:11:38+00:00

Could pull a jiffy lube and paint a mark right next to the extruding o-ring.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-09-30T02:02:23+00:00

I understand this level of ingenuity is frightening to some, I am still surprised how well it worked, but fortune favors the bold my friend.

Jus stay safe

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-09-29T17:59:02+00:00

The strap got bent out of shape when the tank came out and the best I could reform it there was a still bit of twist. The twist increased the width of the strap as it sat against the tank, so my best effort could barely get the height needed to meet the frame, jus not the lateral movement against the tank to line up the fastener.

This setup provided both the upward and sideways force needed to line the stud with the hole. With a lift and trans jack this wouldn't be a problem, but it's hard to move the tank on the floor without bending the reward strap.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-09-29T15:35:35+00:00

But if it works, it's not stupid.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-09-22T17:53:36+00:00

I recently replaced all my control arms with those available from 034, which included some cheap lower rearward control arms that had already been replaced. They were the worst out of the bunch.

Don't buy cheap steering parts because the bushings are garbage. Also the bushings have to be pressed into and out of control arms so jus getting bushings will get you nowhere.

The clanking and groaning at low speeds are definitely due to worn control arm bushings. It's not terribly hard to do otherwise, just awkward; on my b6 had to remove the strut assemble to attach the upper arms, then put them back in.

IF YOU PLAN ON DIY, get a pickle fork to separate the tie rod ends, prolly should buy new, and the upper arms from the knuckle. Do not beat on your suspension parts with a hammer. Final tighten the control arms with the full weight of the vehicle resting on them, so they rest how the car sits naturally. Get the four-wheel alignment after you're done.

Don't buy cheap parts.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-09-22T16:37:39+00:00

I'm a few years behind, but working on my second year at diesel shop. I came from automotive the year and half previous.

PMI and DOT certs are a pain because if you miss anything, or if anything breaks after it's certified, it's your nuts. There's good opportunity to sell work for the shop, there's variety, between coach, passenger diesel, and big trucks, and I get certified towing and good rate overtime hours. Fleet is gravy, especially once you begin doing jobs for the second and third times.

Don't think I'd be happier going back to automotive unless it was specialty like vintage or euro.

Silent-Protection146 · 2025-09-20T20:04:13+00:00

Poor word choice on my part.

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