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07-06-2015, 01:31 PM
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Posted By TimeOrMoney

I have done my own alignment on VWs and Audi's....

I have done my own alignment on VWs and Audi's. But the rear setup on the TT is 4 bolts that move the thing all over the place(Camber, Toe-in, etc. all at once). This is unlike anything I'm used to,...
06-28-2012, 09:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,242
Posted By TimeOrMoney

Update - new stalk install fixed mine.

Update - new stalk install fixed mine.
06-26-2012, 08:34 AM
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Views: 4,242
Posted By TimeOrMoney

I have the exact issue you have, only on my Audi...

I have the exact issue you have, only on my Audi TT. Bought a VAG-COM cable and software, and viewed the clutch, brake, engage, resume/acclerate, decel switches all appearing to work properly....
06-06-2012, 07:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 988
Posted By TimeOrMoney

Update - the fact that two screws had backed out...

Update - the fact that two screws had backed out of the intake header and another, less critical hold-down screw was missing confirms my experiences with nearby dealer servicing - most around here...
06-06-2012, 06:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,219
Posted By TimeOrMoney

I just reset. This intermittant thing leads me to...

I just reset. This intermittant thing leads me to think it could be a glitch, but we'll see. Wet or corroded connectors could theoretically make either the heater or signal paths have higher...
06-06-2012, 11:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,219
Posted By TimeOrMoney

Replace O2 sensors?

I got the following intermittant problems with VAG-COM on a 2.8 30V:

4 Faults Found:
16518 - Oxygen (Lambda) Sensor B1 S1: No Activity
P0134 - 35-10 - - - Intermittent
16538 - ...
06-01-2012, 09:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 988
Posted By TimeOrMoney

I just found out the instrument panel display is,...

I just found out the instrument panel display is, like most, starting to loose a few lines, and the cruise control is flakey (I thought they'd fixed that in the drive-by-wires). Also found out, from...
05-29-2012, 03:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 988
Posted By TimeOrMoney

New TT Roadster - what accessories, service, etc.?

Just purchased a 2004 225hp Quattro Roadster. I know my way around Audi and VW's and the 1.8T better than most, but have not had a TT before.

The records are good on this one, so I'll probably...
05-29-2012, 12:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,523
Posted By TimeOrMoney

Need to check the fuel pump pressure, and then...

Need to check the fuel pump pressure, and then the injectors.

There is only electrical(spark, timing), air, or gas. Sounds like electrical has been covered, and air doesn't seem like it would be...
06-21-2011, 03:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,437
Posted By TimeOrMoney

First question - on a 2.8, I just unbolted both...

First question - on a 2.8, I just unbolted both ends and pulled it out. I can't remember, but I may have had the wheel turned one way or another. However, I vaguely remember some issues with the V8....
04-19-2011, 07:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,888
Posted By TimeOrMoney

LOL! I tried it that way 42 times on this one...

LOL! I tried it that way 42 times on this one connector! (plus 5 with your coolant-as lube suggestion)

Finally used some vasoline on both the locator tabs and the o-ring and it slipped right on....
04-19-2011, 03:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,888
Posted By TimeOrMoney

Can't get radiator hose back on - help!

I'm having trouble getting the lower radiator hose back on tight enough for the clip to hold it. This is a 2.8 ATQ.

Is there some trick here? Lube the o-ring? Mechanical leverage?

Rich
04-08-2011, 01:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,097
Posted By TimeOrMoney

AFAIK, "Stages" are marketing terms by various...

AFAIK, "Stages" are marketing terms by various companies. Why don't you state what you have on your car that makes it a "stage 3 plus"?
04-07-2011, 06:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 16,438
Posted By TimeOrMoney

update

I finally went into the TB and replaced the idler roller (or relay roller), which was "really shot", and the tensioner roller, which had signs of going.

I left the timing belt itself in there, as...
03-16-2011, 04:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,895
Posted By TimeOrMoney

You had asked about the tensioner - roll the...

You had asked about the tensioner - roll the pulley and listen for noise. See if the bearing itself will wobble. See if it's real hard to move and has any grease that has come out. In fact, do this...
03-16-2011, 03:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 21,028
Posted By TimeOrMoney

No kidding! As a side note, my son built a...

No kidding!

As a side note, my son built a custom RX7 with 600+ bhp in a little over 2000 lbs. with race suspension and big, super sticky tires - way fast and furious and would smoke any stock...
03-16-2011, 01:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Posted By TimeOrMoney

Well, I was right, the idler pulley(relay roller)...

Well, I was right, the idler pulley(relay roller) was totally shot. The tensioner pulley and the air conditioning clutch pulley are better but showing signs they are going as well, so it's wait for...
03-16-2011, 01:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 21,028
Posted By TimeOrMoney

Strip out all the seats, most of the dash, liner,...

Strip out all the seats, most of the dash, liner, air conditioner, carpets, headliner, plastic, etc. Take off all the fenders and replace with custom made fiberglass. That should drop a few fatty...
03-10-2011, 05:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Posted By TimeOrMoney

Well, I can prove it to you mathematically that...

Well, I can prove it to you mathematically that the timing won't change (for the specific case I mentioned only, which either you don't understand or misread). The slop in the bar is way more than...
03-10-2011, 03:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Posted By TimeOrMoney

Well, I did, but I don't get it. You...

Well, I did, but I don't get it.

You answered with this?

"However, there is a potential for the idler to change timing on both cams unless the new and old are exactly identical and installed in...
03-10-2011, 02:10 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Posted By TimeOrMoney

Well, if you want to get technical, it's...

Well, if you want to get technical, it's pre-loading the timing tensioner roller:

Before starting engine, pre-load timing tensioning roller as follows:
Using a torque wrench with 8 mm hex bit,...
03-09-2011, 06:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Posted By TimeOrMoney

I bought the crank and cam lock tools anyway, and...

I bought the crank and cam lock tools anyway, and will reset the tension so I know everything is right.

Sometimes I think it's better to buy a used car that hasn't had a major service done rather...
03-08-2011, 11:44 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Posted By TimeOrMoney

You are missing the point and perhaps you didn't...

You are missing the point and perhaps you didn't read my first post.
1. The timing belt and the water pump WAS done fairly recently.
2. The idler was NOT done, and there is noise. That's why I'm...
03-08-2011, 08:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Posted By TimeOrMoney

I think I will just buy the bar and crank lock....

I think I will just buy the bar and crank lock. But I pulled back the TB cover looked at the TB itself and it looks like new (no wear). I got a pulley already, but am now trying to decide if I should...
03-08-2011, 06:27 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,205
Posted By TimeOrMoney

Timing belt pulley replacement

I have a noise that I'm about pretty sure is either:
TB idler pulley (not tensioner)
water pump

Already checked, it's not in the accessory belt loop. When the TB was done about 15K ago, the TB...
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