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About andre-martin hobbs

I started this blog just recently because I have so much fun modifying my MK1 TT... that I need to let the world know! And it's also a good reference when looking back at my mods. Ciao for now! Andre

Turbo bolts coming loose…


Driving my turbo 3.2 TT has always been a lot of fun. But one thing always kept coming back, almost to haunt me at night: The bolts that connect the turbo to the manifold were always coming loose. At first, … Continue reading

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60mm Wideband Air-Fuel Gauges: ProSport-GlowShift-PLXDevices


I recently posted an article on the OSIR pod gauge I was lucky enough to find at my tuning specialist. Now, I need to find out which gauge to put in the pod! Since the pod has 60mm holes, I … Continue reading

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Audi TT 2005 – Standard Equipment, Technical Specifications and options


Hi Guys, I just put my hand on and Audi North America document: the original equipement list, specs and available options of the 1.8 and 3.2 Audi TT. Since I’m curious, I will ty to find and compare with Euro … Continue reading

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Audi TT Babes


Yes honey, the babes are on the pics! I would much prefer pics of cars only, without anything blocking the view of the car. But what can I do… 🙂 Since I search the web for tuning parts everyday, I often stumble … Continue reading

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Audi TT 8N Babes


Audi TT 8N Babes Rare are the sites that classify babe pics according to model versions… And there are 200 sexy babes, I mean sexy Audi TT MK1s in this gallery. Some pics were taken by me! 🙂 Enjoy!  

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Audi TT 8J Babes


Audi TT 8J Babes Rare are the sites that classify babe pics according to model versions… And there are close to 80 sexy babes, I mean sexy Audi TT MK2s in this gallery. Enjoy!

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Single Wiper Conversion for an Audi TT MK1 (8N)


After looking at the DTM TT, I have been searching the web on single wiper conversions for my TT. I think it looks great and thought it would be a fun to DIY this winter. I found 2 ways: A … Continue reading

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Update: Osir Design Carbon Fiber Mantis


You guys won’t believe this! 2 days ago, I went to my tuning specialist for advice on cooling the engine temperature on track days. As we were talking about different options to monitor the temperature (different gauges) I told him I … Continue reading

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Osir Design Carbon Fiber Mantis


Have you guys seen this yet? It’s a rare gauge pod made especially for the Audi TT. It has apparently been designed by David Manseau. (A designer?) Anyhow, everywhere I look for it, its discontinued or out of stock. Pricing … Continue reading

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Audi TT in the snow


Not only is it very snowy here, in Quebec, but today was something… Indeed, it’s the first snowstorm of the year, and cars are going in all directions… except the one the road is following! And that’s the day I … Continue reading

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