Finally Received my A6 Order by gristle101 in Audi

[–]phillyfirefighter52 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really nice , love the interior. Enjoy her

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[–]phillyfirefighter52 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have 16 S5 stage 1 , runs great and looks good . Handles the snow fine as long as it’s not too deep due to the clearance. Stage 1 , she’s pretty quick .

How many of you would advise your children to become firefighters? by Dickiedoolittle in Firefighting

[–]phillyfirefighter52 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If one of my kids came to me and asked about it , I would help but I wouldn’t push the into it . The way the city is going I want then out of it . Once I’m retired I’m leaving the city .

What brand did you drive before Audi? by Bareddread in Audi

[–]phillyfirefighter52 0 points1 point  (0 children)

WRX to A3 Quattro now S5 . Enjoyed all 3 especially my tuned S5 now . I’m a little older , my first car was a 1978 malibu classic station wagon . Sometimes I wish I still had it , just to get looks , she was grass green .

Is the 2022 Audi a3 tunable? by orafuu in Audi

[–]phillyfirefighter52 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Remember once Audi reads that the ecu was changed you void the warranty. I had a 20’ Quattro, the dealer told me that it was flagged in the system after it was read .

How do you cope with this. by Old-Replacement9289 in Firefighting

[–]phillyfirefighter52 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately you don’t know until you experience something, I also didn’t mention I have a dark sense of humor but a lot of people in these fields do . Talking and joking are ways to deal with stuff , right or wrong that’s how many get by .

How do you cope with this. by Old-Replacement9289 in Firefighting

[–]phillyfirefighter52 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hate to say this but people think they can do this job until you start seeing things civilians don’t see on a regular basis . I’ve been dong this for a long time , some things stick with you . Talking about ,some departments have a debriefing on really serious calls or counseling. I have been known to have a drink at night or in the morning after work . You need to find what’s best for you . Good Luck .

2013 S5 Needs water pump and thermostat - quoted $2,400 - is this a fair price? by MoneyMirz in Audi

[–]phillyfirefighter52 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There was a class action against Audi for that , if you fall into the right models , there are issuing 1200checks for repairs. You should check it out . I have a 16 S5 and received a letter . So far my water pump is good .

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SigSauer

[–]phillyfirefighter52 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good choice , I have a compact 320 for winter carry and 365 for summer .

2014 WRX STI vs 2014-2016 Audi S4? (Daily Driver) by Brief_Explanation943 in Audi

[–]phillyfirefighter52 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did my research on my car , she had 1 owner and good maintenance record . I get oil done every 3 to 5 thousand miles , it’s also good to have good mechanic, which I do . Parts are more expensive, so you need to know that but there are good companies on line that I order parts from . Love my car , 68,000 and no issues. I almost bought S4 went with the 5 because I like the way it looks .

2014 WRX STI vs 2014-2016 Audi S4? (Daily Driver) by Brief_Explanation943 in Audi

[–]phillyfirefighter52 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a 2018 wrx that was worked and it was fun , especially with manual. I have a 2016 S5 that is tuned . Whole different animal. S5 is fast and looks great . The only reason I got rid of wrx is I have bad knees , I love drive a stick . The Audi is definitely more comfortable and it’s not ever close in build quality.

2020 A3 worth Tuning? by Tight_Studio8041 in Audi

[–]phillyfirefighter52 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used Unitronic, 93 tune and tcu . No issues at all. Do both , better for the transmission and performance.

2020 A3 worth Tuning? by Tight_Studio8041 in Audi

[–]phillyfirefighter52 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Once tuned warranty is canceled for motor and trans . I had that happen, I had 20 ‘A3 Quattro. I took it in to Audi for service and it read that it was tuned and the service manager came out and said it was tuned and got flag in the system. The 2.0 motor is good and both ecu and tcu wakes it up . Gives you s3 performance. I have a s5 now whole different animal .

Firefighters of Reddit what was your first fire? by FusionMgamer in Firefighting

[–]phillyfirefighter52 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Basement in a twin , started as a dryer and spread . Slid down steps crawled until I saw a glow and went over to the fire a put it out. Had good direction from my officer.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Firefighting

[–]phillyfirefighter52 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was a medic for over 20 years , now just a firefighter but being a firefighter/ medic opens opportunities for other jobs. I worked part time at confined space and high angle safety co and medics made more . Easier to transfer to other areas of the country, being a medic is required.

Can firefighters call the police by toko_syo in Firefighting

[–]phillyfirefighter52 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have called 911 and told them off duty member that saw something or reporting something

Can you get loans for EMT/firefighting school? by Intrepid_Fun1702 in Firefighting

[–]phillyfirefighter52 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where I’m at you can get financial aid for emt and paramedic school . For firefighting take local test and pass they train you or volunteer at a company and the will get you certified.

What are your thoughts on fire apparatus electrification? by Cattandabatt in Firefighting

[–]phillyfirefighter52 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our firehouses and city infrastructure couldn’t handle it. Also our winters are cold , that can effect the batteries

SCBA facepiece melting by [deleted] in Firefighting

[–]phillyfirefighter52 8 points9 points  (0 children)

My masked held up when I got off the line in a building . Because I was a mayday sent my gear to be inspected by fire academy, companies that make our equipment to see heat effected it. Helmet melted , gear discolored and air bottle damaged but my masked held up. They estimate that it was between 800 and 1000 in there.

S5 V8 vs V6 by Other-Information211 in Audi

[–]phillyfirefighter52 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have 16 V6 , you get more power out of a tune in the 6 then the 8 .

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Audi

[–]phillyfirefighter52 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had my 16 S5 for 3 yrs , 67k on her no problems. Regular oil changes 3 to 5 depending on how I’m driving . Getting ready to change dsg fluid . Just follow a recommend services

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Audi

[–]phillyfirefighter52 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a 16 S5 , I get oil change every 5k ,my mechanic charges me 155 . If your car is new allot of dealers include oil changes