July 7th, 2010
There is something quite menacing about the 2010 Audi S5. Maybe it is the 4.2 Liter FSI V8, the extra wide street stance or the white strip of LED’s that accent the headlights. Maybe it’s the fact that the S5 is one of the most aesthetically appealing vehicles prowling the streets today.
Whatever it is, Tom’s S5 is no exception to the lust factor that goes hand in hand with Audi’s S line. It has been a continuous work in progress, but over time Avalon Motorsports has helped the S5 evolve from a baseline model into an elegant aftermarket sculpture. From simple touches like euro headlamps and LED tails, PPI Rear Window Spoiler and an air leather sport steering wheel courtesy of Audi, to the aural grumble of AWE Tuning’s S5 Exhaust system, chassis bolstering upgrades such as the STaSIS 4:1 ceter differential and a 28mm rear sway bar; this S5 is no longer a simple sleeper.
Tom S5 LED Tail lights - Avalon Motorsports
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Tags: 360 Forged, Audi S5, avalon motorsports, AWE Exhaust, Concave Mesh Wheels, FSI V8, KW V2, LED, Rims, S5, Stasis, Suspension, V8
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June 2nd, 2010
Avalon Motorsports is proud to announce the release of the AR Design 3″ A6 Downpipes and AR Design 3″ A6 Downpipes.
A proven, higher flow downpipe solution for your 2.7t; the AR Design 3″ Downpipes are arguably the highest flowing and most powerful on the market.
The optimum achievement for a turbocharged vehicle is to minimize the back pressure as close to the turbos as possible. Since it is not feasible to eliminate the exhaust components completely the alternative is to widen the diameter of the tubing as much as possible allowing the exhaust gases to flow freely to outlet. Subsequently, reducing the flow restriction caused by the stock catalysts also dramatically increases the flow of the gases, and in turn allows the turbos to operate more effectively.
The AR Design 3″ Downpipes increase the diameter of the piping almost 1 full inch over stock downpipes, making them the largest tubes that will fit on the A6 and Allroad. You can opt for high flow race cats (emissions friendly in most states), test pipes (no cats) for off-road and track use, or both.
Additionally, we have designed these downpipes with V-band clamps for quick and easy swaps between cats and test pipes in just a matter of minutes!
*** AR Design downpipes are designed for use with stock K03 and RS4 K04 turbos. Products are also available which will work directly with the Avalon RS6 turbo kit!!! Please inquire for details.
Features:
* Professionally TIG welded 3″ Stainless Steel tubing
* Machined and reinforced stainless flanges
* Mandrel bends
* Option for high flow race catalysts, test pipes or both
* V-band clamp system for easy cat swaps
* Will bolt up to stock and most aftermarket cat-back systems
* Available for MANUAL transmission vehicles only
AR Design 3″ downpipes are on sale at 15% off + FREE SHIPPING for a limited time through 7/1/10! Please see product pages for your specific car on our website for details.
Dyno charts shown below (2001 Audi S4 2.7t):
~38 awhp and 35 ft-lbs torque beyond the output made with eliminated pre-cats on stock downpipes (piggies). Testing done on the same K04 S4, same dyno, similar conditions.
Tags: 2.7t, 3 inch downpipe, A6, Allroad, AR Design, Audi, avalon motorsports, dyno, high flow cats, K03, RS4 Ko4, RS6 turbo kit, test pipes, v-band
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May 4th, 2010
Many months of preparation and tag-teamed efforts by Chuck Henry, Avalon Motorsports, AR Design and Snyder Motorsports finally paid off! On a gorgeous weekend in Pueblo, CO [Pueblo Motorsports Park], the much anticipated debut of Avalon Motorsports’ featured NASA TTS widebody S4 produced stellar results amongst some quality competition, and received rave feedback in the process.
Henry Widebody S4 @ PMP 2010 - Avalon Motorsports
After missing the first NASA event of the season at Pikes Peak International Raceway due to the car being featured in our booth at the Denver Auto Show, driver Rick Snyder made up quickly for lost time. Although there were only 4 cars competing in the TTS class, Rick was able to shore up a first place slot both days and 3rd fastest time overall; quite respectable considering the onslaught of Pro-Charged Z06’s and open wheeled race cars. Better yet is the fact that Chuck’s S4 was still nowhere near it’s potential.
In the time leading up to the event, Chuck’s S4 had undergone the following modifications: Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Altituned, AR Design, Audi, Audi B5 S4, avalon motorsports, High Plains Raceway, NASA, Pueblo Motorsports Park, Snyder Motorsports, track, Widebody S4, Wilwood
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April 29th, 2010
was a great time, as always, spending the day with Frontline Image, our go-to photography and film crew. These guys are much more than your typical “that’ll do” regime; they consistently push the envelope, braving elements and staring time crunches in the face. Plus, they understand and appreciate a little good ol’ guffaw. Never a dull moment with Andrew, Ed and Tree (the Bounty Hunter)… seen here in action.
- Andrew @ Frontline Image – Avalon Motorsports
- Ed @ Frontline Image – Avalon Motorsports
- Tree @ Frontline Image – Avalon Motorsports
Goal this go round was to feature Chuck’s widebody Audi S4 as well as Tom’s primo, Metor Gray S5, in an inspiring urban motif. After an employee portrait shooting session at the shop mid-day, we migrated over to Tacos Y Salsas (Denver’s finest Mexican food establishment) to fuel our tanks. With bulging eyes and happy stomachs, the caravan set out to take advantage of the setting sun and what turned out to be some gnarly, ominous skies.
- S4 and S5 and sick van LOL – Avalon Motorsports
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Tags: Audi S4, Audi S5, avalon motorsports, Frontline Image, photo shoot, Tacos y Salsas, urban, Widebody S4
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April 16th, 2010
Come hang out with Avalon Motorsports at the 4th Annual CU Sport Car Clubs Auto Show. From the get go, the CUSCC staff have prided themselves on making the show completely free to everyone, both spectators and participant. Additionally, it is open to any car enthusiast regardless of tastes or interests. The show has progressively grown over the past four years and continues to flourish.
CUSCC Is a student run organization with a goal of bringing all of the car enthusiast communities together. This show provides a great opportunity for everyone to relax amongst like company and spend a day immersed in their passions. You can pre-register at CUsportcar.com or at the door. Hope to see you all there!
2010 CU Sport Car Club Auto Show
CUSCC Auto Show Flyer - Avalon Motorsports
Date: Sunday, April 18, 2010
Time: 12:00PM-4:00PM
Location: Lot 436 on CU Campus (Corner of 28th St and Colorado)
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April 8th, 2010
The 2010 Denver International Auto Show is in full swing at the Colorado Convention Center. This is the largest car show between the Mississippi River and Los Angeles and features some of the finest automotive manufactures as well as some super hot aftermarket vendors and shops. Attendees include Audi, VW, Bentley, Aston Martin, Mercedes Benz, Mazda, Acura, Chevy, Buick and more.
Denver Auto Show Audi VW Porsche booth - Avalon Motorsports
The Avalon Motorsports display features the widebody NASA Time Trial Audi S4, decked out with race vinyl, as well as our customer’s PES supercharged Audi RS4. Our staff will be on hand to answer any questions you might have regarding services or performance work on your Audi, VW or Porsche and there is plenty of eye-candy to go around (i.e. the new red Ferrari California just a couple of booths down) so make sure you swing by and check out the latest and greatest!
Show Hours
Wed 5-9pm
Thurs 5-9pm
Fri 12-10pm
Sat 12-12pm
Sun 10-6pm
Avalon Motorsports is the premier source for Audi, VW and Porsche service and performance in Denver. There is no finer choice for repair, parts, performance, custom tuning and friendly expertise. We look forward to giving you the best!!!
Tags: Aston Martin, Audi, avalon motorsports, Bentley, Denver International Auto Show, Mercedez Benz, NASA, PES supercharger, Porsche, RS4, VW, Widebody S4
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March 19th, 2010
As we mentioned in an earlier entry, Avalon Motorsports has teamed up with Chuck Henry, AR Design and driver Rick Snyder (Snyder Motorsports) to take a shot at the 2010 NASA TTB National Championship.
Since our press release, the S4 has undergone some notable improvements and we feel that we have an even stronger opportunity to bring home the top spot:
The AR Design prototype radiator is installed and we have been testing it on the street. In the cold[er] Colorado weather it will be difficult to really test any benefit outside of the track, but initial observations are that it actually helps with oil temperatures as well during repeated wide open throttle (WOT) pulls. The final production unit will be installed soon as well as an upgraded oil cooler.
AR Design B5 S4 Aluminum Radiator - Avalon Motorsports
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January 29th, 2010
Chuck Henry, Avalon Motorsports and Snyder Motorsports team up in a bid for the 2010 NASA TTB National Championship.
Henry Widebody Audi S4 NASA TBB - Avalon Motorsports
Chuck Henry’s 2000 Audi S4, sponsored by Avalon Motorsports, will be piloted by Rick Snyder in NASA Rocky Mountain Region Time Trial events to qualify for the 2010 NASA Championships in the TTB class. The Audi S4 has been a passionate project for Chuck over the last three years and with sponsorship from Avalon Motorsports and support from AR Design, the S4 has undergone significant changes from its stock form. The modifications include an RS4 widebody conversion, upgraded turbos, Altituned custom tuning and fueling kit by Avalon Motorsports, AR Design high-flow downpipes and racing oil cooler setup designed by AR Design as well as many other engine and drivetrain modifications. Rick Snyder, owner of Snyder Motorsports, brings seven years of racing experience and several years of driving and instructing Audis on the track.
The 2010 NASA Rocky Mountain Region event schedule is:
- April 10th & 11th @ Pikes Peak International Raceway in Fountain, CO
- May 1st & 2nd @ Pueblo Motorsports Park in Pueblo, CO
- May 29th & 30th @ High Plains Raceway in Byers, CO
- July 3rd & 4th @ Pikes Peak Raceway in Fountain, CO
- August 7th & 8th @ High Plains Raceway in Byers, CO
- October 9th & 10th @ Pueblo Motorsports Park in Pueblo, CO
The 2010 NASA Championships will be held at Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele , UT from September 16th through the 19th.
Additional information can be found at:
www.ARDesign.info
www.snymo.com
Avalon Motorsports is the premier source for Audi, VW and Porsche service and performance in Denver. There is no finer choice for repair, parts, performance, custom tuning and friendly expertise. We look forward to giving you the best!!!
Tags: AR Design, Audi B5 S4, avalon motorsports, NASA, National Championship, RS4, Snyder Motorsports, TTB, widebody
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January 20th, 2010
Avalon Motorsports is proud to announce the release of the AR Design 3″ S4 Downpipes (not to be confused with ARD Research / Generation X / Shawn).
A proven, higher flow downpipe solution for your 2.7t; the AR Design 3″ Downpipes are arguably the highest flowing and most powerful on the market.
The optimum achievement for a turbocharged vehicle is to minimize the back pressure as close to the turbos as possible. Since it is not feasible to eliminate the exhaust components completely the alternative is to widen the diameter of the tubing as much as possible allowing the exhaust gases to flow freely to outlet. Subsequently, reducing the flow restriction caused by the stock catalysts also dramatically increases the flow of the gases, and in turn allows the turbos to operate more effectively.
The AR Design 3″ Downpipes increase the diameter of the piping almost 1 full inch over stock downpipes, making them the largest tubes that will fit on the S4. You can opt for either high flow race cats (emissions friendly in most states) or test pipes (no cats) for off-road and track use.
Additionally, we have designed these downpipes with V-band clamps for quick and easy swaps between cats and test pipes in just a matter of minutes!
*** Downpipes are now available which will work directly with the Avalon RS6 turbo kit!!! Please inquire for details.
Features:
* Professionally TIG welded 3″ Stainless Steel tubing
* Machined and reinforced stainless flanges
* Mandrel bends
* Option for high flow race catalysts, test pipes or both
* V-band clamp system for easy cat swaps
* Will bolt up to most aftermarket cat-back systems
* Available for MANUAL transmission vehicles only
AR Design RS4 K04 downpipes are on sale for a limited time through 2/2/10. Please visit our website HERE for details! Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: 3 inch, AR Design, downpipes, dyno, S4. 2.7t, test pipes, v-band
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January 13th, 2010
PES G4 Supercharger Kit installed on the R8 Raptor
For years Audi enthusiasts have been pondering what the big whigs at Quattro GmbH were thinking when they [selfishly] took away forced induction on their flagship sports cars. The history behind some of the most fabled Audi’s like the B4 RS2, UrS4, B5 S4 and RS4 is rich and comprised of high output, turbocharged engines. Although some of these Unicorns were never imported into the US, the 5-cylinder turbo and 2.7L V-6 bi-turbo S4 varieties have planted themselves firmly amidst the most formidable tuner cars. So begs the question, why drop these power plants in exchange for the heavier, gas-guzzling V-8 engines found in the more recent versions of the S4, RS4 and R8? Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: 2.7t, 4.2 V8, 550 hp, APR, Audi RS4, avalon motorsports, AWE Tuning, BMW 335i, elevation, Milltek, PES G4 Supercharger kit, R8, R8 Raptor, RS2, S4, Stasis, Team Dynamics, turbocharger, VF Engineering
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