Can A6 Be Upgaded?
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Melting Slicks
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From: Williamsburg Virginia
Can A6 Be Upgaded?
Did a search and could not find anything. Was the changes made to the '08 A6 computer driven or mechanical? I have a '06 and would like faster crisper shifts when using paddles. Any help!
Earl
Earl
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A little of both, but we're not talking astronomical type changes here either, from what I've heard the very minor changes are barely even detectable over the earlier 6L80s.
You can do some nice upgrades/updates to the some of the parameters of earlier A6s through programming/tuning software (HP Tuners, EFI Live etc.)
You can do some nice upgrades/updates to the some of the parameters of earlier A6s through programming/tuning software (HP Tuners, EFI Live etc.)
Instructor
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I would like to know too
Wondering if I can close the gap between my 07 and the 08s with the following. I am also curious if the mods listed below would violate my warranty.
1. Halltech C6 (LS2) Killer Bee™ AAIS Conversion Package - $600
2. Corsa sport exhaust - $1450
3. Tune - ?$200+
4. A6 "tune"? - can this be included with a typical tune now?
I have to give Halltech a call.
1. Halltech C6 (LS2) Killer Bee™ AAIS Conversion Package - $600
2. Corsa sport exhaust - $1450
3. Tune - ?$200+
4. A6 "tune"? - can this be included with a typical tune now?
I have to give Halltech a call.
Race Director
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From: Southampton NJ
Wondering if I can close the gap between my 07 and the 08s with the following. I am also curious if the mods listed below would violate my warranty.
1. Halltech C6 (LS2) Killer Bee™ AAIS Conversion Package - $600
2. Corsa sport exhaust - $1450
3. Tune - ?$200+
4. A6 "tune"? - can this be included with a typical tune now?
I have to give Halltech a call.
1. Halltech C6 (LS2) Killer Bee™ AAIS Conversion Package - $600
2. Corsa sport exhaust - $1450
3. Tune - ?$200+
4. A6 "tune"? - can this be included with a typical tune now?
I have to give Halltech a call.
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St. Jude Donor '06-'09
Wondering if I can close the gap between my 07 and the 08s with the following. I am also curious if the mods listed below would violate my warranty.
1. Halltech C6 (LS2) Killer Bee™ AAIS Conversion Package - $600
2. Corsa sport exhaust - $1450
3. Tune - ?$200+
4. A6 "tune"? - can this be included with a typical tune now?
I have to give Halltech a call.
1. Halltech C6 (LS2) Killer Bee™ AAIS Conversion Package - $600
2. Corsa sport exhaust - $1450
3. Tune - ?$200+
4. A6 "tune"? - can this be included with a typical tune now?
I have to give Halltech a call.
Instructor
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From: Hawthorn Woods Illinois
I just had my '07 A6 "tuned" for crisper more positive shifts about 2 weeks ago along with the "standard" speed tune. All I can say is
It's awsome. You will however have to get used to the tires breaking loose much easier. Good luck!Fran
Team Owner
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From: Short Hills, NJ
Wondering if I can close the gap between my 07 and the 08s with the following. I am also curious if the mods listed below would violate my warranty.
1. Halltech C6 (LS2) Killer Bee™ AAIS Conversion Package - $600
2. Corsa sport exhaust - $1450
3. Tune - ?$200+
4. A6 "tune"? - can this be included with a typical tune now?
1. Halltech C6 (LS2) Killer Bee™ AAIS Conversion Package - $600
2. Corsa sport exhaust - $1450
3. Tune - ?$200+
4. A6 "tune"? - can this be included with a typical tune now?
Racer
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From: Albuquerque New Mexico
I think that might be enough, the key there being the tune and how they handle the torque management situation. To me it's the TM that could be what keeps the 2008s from really shining in a straight line from a standing start....an LS2 with a CAI, a thermostat and that one area addressed could help close the gap against a bone stock LS3.
Give Chuck Cow a call, very knowledgeable Tuner. He will be tuning my 2006 A6, CAI, 160 stat, in late October.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Williamsburg Virginia
Thanks!
I really appreciate all who responded. I am real freaky about anything that would void my gaureenty. Was hoping it was a simple plug and play!
Thanks again
Earl
Thanks again
Earl
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From: Carlsbad Ca
I am also curious if the mods listed below would violate my warranty.
1. Halltech C6 (LS2) Killer Bee™ AAIS Conversion Package - $600
2. Corsa sport exhaust - $1450
3. Tune - ?$200+
4. A6 "tune"? - can this be included with a typical tune now?
1. Halltech C6 (LS2) Killer Bee™ AAIS Conversion Package - $600
2. Corsa sport exhaust - $1450
3. Tune - ?$200+
4. A6 "tune"? - can this be included with a typical tune now?
The computer for the trans can be tuned independantly. Yes, it makes a big difference too!
Racer
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. I am sure when you go to the dealer you won't say "i had a tune done". If you don't say it, they don't know it, even if they plug in. Worst it could happen is, they will flash you back to stock, but is ok because Chuck can flash the tune back in for free.
Even if you can't decide yet, just give him a call 914-332-0049 and ask him a few questions, you really have nothing to lose but the dime for the call and even that will be an investment towards your enjoyment of the car and having peace of mind.
FireEyes
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From: RIP Lotus
St. Jude Donor '09
Wondering if I can close the gap between my 07 and the 08s with the following. I am also curious if the mods listed below would violate my warranty.
1. Halltech C6 (LS2) Killer Bee™ AAIS Conversion Package - $600
2. Corsa sport exhaust - $1450
3. Tune - ?$200+
4. A6 "tune"? - can this be included with a typical tune now?
I have to give Halltech a call.
1. Halltech C6 (LS2) Killer Bee™ AAIS Conversion Package - $600
2. Corsa sport exhaust - $1450
3. Tune - ?$200+
4. A6 "tune"? - can this be included with a typical tune now?
I have to give Halltech a call.
Instructor
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Good point
Sugar is much better than "I'll just take my business elsewhere". Although I will if I have too.