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Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
09-09-2014, 09:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 24,351
Posted By ky90025

wrong torque spec on tensioner bolt M8

I had the same issue. Tried to torque the tensioner M8 bolt to 33 ft-lbf and the bolt sheared. I was confused and got a new bolt and torque it to a point of about 25 ft-lbf, started to feel the...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
07-15-2014, 08:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,441
Posted By ky90025

cam seals

Thanks I will pull the valve cover off when I am replacing the cam seals. Looks like it will make it easier to remove as well has install the seals.
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
07-14-2014, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 15,754
Posted By ky90025

Need to clean the engine really well top and bottom

"One" if you want to pin point the source of the leak, you need to clean the engine top and bottom of all oil. I used a engine degreaser and starting from the top (soak the valley pan area) and...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
07-11-2014, 04:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,441
Posted By ky90025

Cam seals

If I remove the rear cam caps (on the driver side) does the seal drop out? I know the cam plug on the passenger side comes out if you remove the rear cam cap.

Thanks for the advice for the...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
07-08-2014, 11:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,441
Posted By ky90025

Changing rear cam seal on the driver side head

What is the best way to change the cam seal on the back of the driver side cam? I have a 97' A4 with AFC engine. I noticed that there isn't that much room back there. I heard that one method is to...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
07-08-2014, 11:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,398
Posted By ky90025

Oil pan gasket is not leaking!

After cleaning the engine top and bottom of all oil using a degreaser, I put UV dye in the oil and found out that the oil pan gasket both upper and lower is not leaking. The valley pan gasket is...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
07-01-2014, 09:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,398
Posted By ky90025

AFC engine B5 A4 upper oil pan gasket replacement

I have a 97 A4Q auto with a AFC engine in it. Can I remove the upper oil pan by loosing the engine mounts and lifting the engine slightly using a engine support bar? I am hoping I don't have to...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
09-18-2012, 11:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,880
Posted By ky90025

found it

Thanks for the advice. I opened the fuel pump access port in the trunk. It was very dry, I know the gaskets is known to fail. I next jacked up the rear and put it on jacks stands. I then started...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
09-05-2012, 10:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,880
Posted By ky90025

gas dripping near fuel tank after startup

I have gas leaking from the gas tank area near the center of my car. Its dripping enough that its not safe to drive. I noticed it the first time today after I started it, tank is 3/4 full. I don't...
Forum: NorCal Discussion
10-16-2010, 12:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,556
Posted By ky90025

good shop in bay area

European Auto Service
Walnut Creek, CA
I've had some work done on my 12v a4 and tomas is great. Not cheap but he know audi very well. Its kind of far from sf though.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
10-07-2010, 09:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,807
Posted By ky90025

Can bad catalyst plug up a resonator or rear muffler?

I just had left and right catalyst replaced on my 97 A4 2.8 quattro with OEM catalysts (142k miles). The cat brick was rattling around and sounded like it had gotten smaller from rattling inside the...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
09-22-2010, 03:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 789
Posted By ky90025

Anyone have A4 exhaust system

Anyone have a A4 exhaust system they want to sell. Need 96-97 A4 quattro automatic downpipe and cat. Thanks.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
04-07-2010, 11:59 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,808
Posted By ky90025

I have a '97 2.8L auto quattro and it gets about...

I have a '97 2.8L auto quattro and it gets about 17 mpg city and freeway. I live in calif where the traffic is bad. I have changed the plugs, o2 sensors, MAF meter, differential, center diff, front...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
10-31-2009, 10:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,950
Posted By ky90025

I have a 97 A4 with 2.8 AFC engine (auto). The...

I have a 97 A4 with 2.8 AFC engine (auto). The trans. oil cooling lines attach to the radiator with one bolt for with line. There is a o-ring on the tube that needs to be replaced so have them...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
10-21-2009, 10:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,511
Posted By ky90025

turn off alarm before leaving car

To deactivate alarm turn off car and remove key. Open door and push alarm button on the lower b-pillar (under driver seat belt attachment on left). Now exit and lock car as usual. It will have to...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
10-02-2009, 05:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 729
Posted By ky90025

Auto or manual Transmission

I your 12V an auto or manual transmission? What oil temperatures did you see during your drive? Thanks.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
09-13-2009, 05:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,874
Posted By ky90025

Looks like the ac clutch is out

With the engine running and the ac on (snow flake on) look at the front of the ac compressor under the hood. You will most likely see the front portion that sticks out further than the pulley is not...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
01-02-2009, 11:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 728
Posted By ky90025

Re: Recommended brand of water pump and thermostat.

I had a Meyle with a metal impeller from BLAUparts Timing belt kit. They claim that it is better than OEM. It failed at 30k miles and I had to do the timing belt job again this christmas. Pissed...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
10-04-2008, 01:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 346
Posted By ky90025

how do you know when an injector is bad?

stuck open or stuck closed is there a way to know ?
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
07-24-2008, 11:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 914
Posted By ky90025

hole in side of bell housing A4 Q automatic 2.8l '97

<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/109372/left_wheel_well_3.jpg"></center><p>I noticed an uncovered hole on the driver side of the bell housing, there is even a small screw hole...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
01-09-2008, 03:31 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,209
Posted By ky90025

What kind of power increase can we expect?

How much power are you getting out of this compared to the stock setup on a A4? Can you feel it with the butt dyno?
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
10-18-2007, 12:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 714
Posted By ky90025

This basic one is from a guy name phil maybe it will help

I thought I might be able to figure out wtf was making my sunroof chatter incessantly over any sort of bumps.

lets see what we've learned so far here kids..... sex with a meat grinder is BAD...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
09-14-2007, 06:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,204
Posted By ky90025

one more thing..

Make sure you don't over torque the intake manifold bolts. Use a craftman or some other quality torque wrench for every bolt and nut. And make sure you tighten them in the correct sequence. I...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
09-14-2007, 05:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,204
Posted By ky90025

Re: A couple of things I would like to know:

Pleaee refer to my post above.

If you decide not to replace the head bolts with new one, do not loosen them. Only tighten them in correct sequence 1/8 turn.
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
09-14-2007, 05:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,204
Posted By ky90025

AFC head bolt retorquing

I have a AFC '97 engine on a A4 quattro auto. I hate oil leaks too, I spent countless hours getting rid of my oil leaks.

Socket for head bolt. Mine saids T10070 BTW/MA and has Audi and VW...
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