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02-10-2016, 10:29 PM
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Posted By Skewoooot

Thanks for the input fellas. I'm about to leave...

Thanks for the input fellas. I'm about to leave town for a bit, but I'll replace the timing belt and tensioner when I get back, then follow up here for the knowledge bank.
02-08-2016, 04:12 PM
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Views: 743
Posted By Skewoooot

Motor whine without belts (AEB motor)

The crank pulley is the only one spinning (all belts removed) and there's a fairly loud whine coming from the front of the motor (see linked video). I'm concerned that it's a failing bearing for the...
02-06-2014, 06:18 AM
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Views: 975
Posted By Skewoooot

Need a B5 A4 front bumper on Long Island

I'm visiting from out of town and my front bumper cover was just torn off while reversing through deep icy snow. The actual impact bumper is still bolted to the car, but all of the plastic fastener...
10-08-2013, 07:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,086
Posted By Skewoooot

Misleading indeed. A kit of this quality and...

Misleading indeed. A kit of this quality and price should include a top mount plate, or at least a replacement isolator (bushing).

Thanks for the quick response. I have air tools, so I think my...
10-08-2013, 02:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,086
Posted By Skewoooot

Did this work well? I'm doing the same install...

Did this work well? I'm doing the same install now and have the same dilemma. Bilstein told me to cut it like you did, but there is the option of getting isolator bushings that fit the flat springs...
09-08-2012, 12:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,100
Posted By Skewoooot

Did you have any follow up issues from this? I...

Did you have any follow up issues from this? I just replaced my blown slave cylinder and now have the exact same symptom, but my car's a Quattro. I'm a bit scared to try this "pop" start realignment,...
09-08-2012, 11:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 12,434
Posted By Skewoooot

Yikes. Really hoping that's not the case, but...

Yikes. Really hoping that's not the case, but thanks for the feedback.
09-07-2012, 03:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 12,434
Posted By Skewoooot

Can't shift into gear while engine running

I just replaced the blown slave cylinder, bled the system, and now I can shift thru the gears while the motor is off, but not while on. When attempting 1st, the car will move forward just a tiny bit,...
09-07-2012, 11:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 908
Posted By Skewoooot

This is tempting, as it seems most of the cheaper...

This is tempting, as it seems most of the cheaper kits do look and fit identically, but the concern is the durability of the ball joints. When searching, I found a few people claimed to have ball...
09-07-2012, 11:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 908
Posted By Skewoooot

The only kits I see on their site are Meyle, for...

The only kits I see on their site are Meyle, for around $600, so I wonder if they were dumping the rest of their cheap kit inventory?
09-05-2012, 04:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 908
Posted By Skewoooot

Favorite front control arm kit?

When searching the archives I see that most agree to not go cheap and just get the Febi-Bilstein kit, but the 034 Motorsports kit could be slightly better for the same price. Not much feedback from...
09-03-2012, 04:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,017
Posted By Skewoooot

Ha, right. I should know that. Where do you...

Ha, right. I should know that.
Where do you recommend to get the parts? I've used ECS for a few things in the past, but one was defective, and caused some seriously frustrating complications. I...
08-30-2012, 06:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,017
Posted By Skewoooot

"driveway repair sb OK"? Sorry, been away from...

"driveway repair sb OK"?
Sorry, been away from this forum for quite a while, and not sure what you mean by "sb OK".
Thanks for the feedback. I'll take your advice and do all 3 parts while I'm in...
08-30-2012, 09:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,017
Posted By Skewoooot

Clutch slave or master cylinder fail?

For the past couple days I had to push the clutch pedal down further and further to get the car to start. I thought it was just a failing sensor that requires the clutch to be engaged to start the...
01-17-2012, 11:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,506
Posted By Skewoooot

Rob, what shop did this for $150? I'm also in...

Rob, what shop did this for $150? I'm also in StL, and my leatherette driver seat is busted, but the two upholstery repair estimates I got were ridiculously high.
09-01-2011, 11:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 18,373
Posted By Skewoooot

Your analysis makes a lot of sense, thanks for...

Your analysis makes a lot of sense, thanks for sharing. Do you know a good link that explains in detail your reference to "easily D-I-Y protected with proper preparation, painting and rust-proofing"?...
08-29-2011, 12:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 18,373
Posted By Skewoooot

5v/cyl, thanks for the part link. That was...

5v/cyl, thanks for the part link. That was actually one of the sites I checked, but I guess I wasn't looking in the right place.

I did find them used, thru Dad's Auto (now BW), for only $50 per...
08-28-2011, 12:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 18,373
Posted By Skewoooot

Rear upper shock mounts with severe rust...

I went to replace my rear coil-overs last night and found this unpleasant surprise. Anyone else had to deal with this? I searched the archives in several different ways without success.
The rust is...
09-08-2010, 02:22 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 917
Posted By Skewoooot

A4 clutch install in the STL area?

I have the parts and am looking for suggestions on a qualified person or shop to do the install. Every estimate I've gotten so far is around $900.
08-06-2010, 11:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,343
Posted By Skewoooot

I see. And nice first quote. Thanks for the help.

I see. And nice first quote. Thanks for the help.
08-06-2010, 04:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,343
Posted By Skewoooot

Tend to fail under what conditions? I don't plan...

Tend to fail under what conditions? I don't plan on tracking the car, just a quick and comfortable daily driver. Power and torque won't exceed 300.
08-05-2010, 10:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,343
Posted By Skewoooot

I'm not absolutely sure about the fw weight. I...

I'm not absolutely sure about the fw weight. I thought it was 14 lbs, but their site now shows the steel version at 16 lbs., so I'm probably mistaken.

Do you favor a particular brand of clutch?...
08-02-2010, 10:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,343
Posted By Skewoooot

Spec steel flywheel with other clutch?

Anyone using a Spec steel flywheel with a non-Spec clutch kit? My Spec Stage 2 clutch is on it's way out, and I'd like to try a different clutch but use the Spec 14 lbs. single mass steel flywheel...
07-06-2010, 12:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,012
Posted By Skewoooot

I'm pretty sure 225 is the max. Maybe someone...

I'm pretty sure 225 is the max. Maybe someone else can say for sure, but I wouldn't want to try any wider.
07-06-2010, 11:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,012
Posted By Skewoooot

That's what I was asking, so according to TEB...

That's what I was asking, so according to TEB there's no problem with it. I know it wasn't an issue on the old five spoke wheels that were on my previous A4. There's a pic of those wheels on the...
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