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Forum: TT (Mk1) Discussion
05-01-2014, 05:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,982
Posted By Redneck Truck

Jeff and John, I'm in the midst of the...

Jeff and John,

I'm in the midst of the installation of these new catch plates on my 2001 and would love an update on how the installation and adjustment went.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
09-08-2013, 07:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 681
Posted By Redneck Truck

Alright, cool. I emailed you at your Gmail...

Alright, cool. I emailed you at your Gmail address.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
09-08-2013, 07:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 681
Posted By Redneck Truck

How many miles on it? My 160k unit is due for...

How many miles on it? My 160k unit is due for brushes, so would prefer something a little younger; I'd rather not have to swap it again anytime soon. Also, does it spin quietly? If you would PM me...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
09-08-2013, 05:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 681
Posted By Redneck Truck

Oops: 2001 4.2 Oil Cooler Housing Reseal Disaster!

Today has been an adventure. I pulled the oil cooler housing only to find that it had been resealed sometime after 2004 (the oil cooler has a 2004 date stamp).

I spun the positive lug in the...
Forum: TT (Mk1) Discussion
06-11-2013, 09:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 473
Posted By Redneck Truck

Anyone want BFI Stage 2 yellow mounts, set of 3?

I installed the BFI engine, trans, and dog bone mounts on my 01 TT TDI and the vibration is unbearable. They will be a lot nicer on a 1.8 - makes the whole car feel much tighter. I'm bummed I can't...
Forum: TT (Mk1) Discussion
05-21-2013, 07:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 646
Posted By Redneck Truck

After removing subwoofer grille and screws...

After removing subwoofer grille and screws holding panel to subwoofer, just pull forward consistently around the edges of the panel; I believe there are six screws total. There's probably a pry tool,...
Forum: TT (Mk1) Discussion
05-21-2013, 07:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 646
Posted By Redneck Truck

What kind of noise? Click, pop, squeak, grind,...

What kind of noise? Click, pop, squeak, grind, thump, etc... Look at your tires first. The inner tread of my rear tires wore down and ended up flat spotting, causing a thumping noise at every...
Forum: TT (Mk1) Discussion
05-21-2013, 06:04 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 434
Posted By Redneck Truck

Intro, SoWo, Road Trip, Wet Floors

Howdy! I haven't done much posting in this section, so I'd like to introduce myself. I'm Bryan from Dallas, and I've got an 01 TT Roadster TDI I converted over the past couple of years.

The...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
04-18-2013, 10:35 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 23,093
Posted By Redneck Truck

The aftermarket ones tend to crack pretty...

The aftermarket ones tend to crack pretty quickly. I've been through 2 sets of bushings in my meyle HD arms before I started replacing the arms one by one with used factory ones.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
04-18-2013, 10:34 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 23,093
Posted By Redneck Truck

These did not last long for me; the ball joints...

These did not last long for me; the ball joints were all clunking after 20k
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
04-03-2013, 09:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,784
Posted By Redneck Truck

I don't know about in Arizona, but in Texas,...

I don't know about in Arizona, but in Texas, diesel engines (vehicles?) produced prior to 2007 are exempt from emissions testing.

Not to say earlier diesels are permanently grandfathered and it...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
04-03-2013, 08:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,784
Posted By Redneck Truck

It's probably considerably more expensive to do...

It's probably considerably more expensive to do the swap, but all things considered, I'd say it's well worth it. I had the option to rebuild my TT's motor for fairly cheap vs perform the TDI swap. ...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
04-03-2013, 07:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,784
Posted By Redneck Truck

Get a 2.5TDI from Scotty at...

Get a 2.5TDI from Scotty at Advancedautomotion.com. He also sells 01E boxes and c5 final drives with the appropriate gearing for the diesel.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-25-2013, 09:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,301
Posted By Redneck Truck

Your quest is a righteous one, but remember that...

Your quest is a righteous one, but remember that all of these laws are based on the findings and rulings of the EPA, a massively inefficient, self-perpetuating, corporate owned red tape monster. I'm...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-25-2013, 08:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,301
Posted By Redneck Truck

I read an article once that asserted that a...

I read an article once that asserted that a teaspoon of raw gasoline spilled on the ground did more to harm our environment than a typical, modern engine did while idling for X hours. I don't...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-23-2013, 05:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,303
Posted By Redneck Truck

Great, keep in touch. Where are you located?

Great, keep in touch. Where are you located?
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-23-2013, 05:14 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,301
Posted By Redneck Truck

Ooh, I'll buy the car; I can deal with rattling...

Ooh, I'll buy the car; I can deal with rattling cats. If you find a muffler shop that's willing to risk their necks, it's your call, but you won't pass emissions either. If you buy some new down...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-21-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,303
Posted By Redneck Truck

I'm in the market for another 4.2 car. Do you...

I'm in the market for another 4.2 car. Do you want to sell?
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-20-2013, 02:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,503
Posted By Redneck Truck

The following assumes you have done no...

The following assumes you have done no maintenance to remedy oil leaks. In the valley under the intake manifold is a cover plate, and below that, an oil separation plate. The gasket for the oil...
Forum: TT (Mk1) Discussion
02-28-2013, 06:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,392
Posted By Redneck Truck

Does a4 have that fusible link? Normally it's 2...

Does a4 have that fusible link? Normally it's 2 fans and a module. My fan died and module was fine. Test voltage at fan and voltage test fan.
Forum: TT (Mk1) Discussion
02-28-2013, 06:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,392
Posted By Redneck Truck

Apply voltage to fan, check voltage at fan...

Apply voltage to fan, check voltage at fan connector.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
12-10-2012, 04:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,666
Posted By Redneck Truck

Don't these retail for 250 at dealer? Surely a...

Don't these retail for 250 at dealer? Surely a better deal. This post belongs in the classifieds section.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
12-08-2012, 03:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 739
Posted By Redneck Truck

I prefer sticking with standard parts wherever...

I prefer sticking with standard parts wherever possible, though a bigger o-ring did cross my mind.

I'm leaning toward using some sort of 2-part epoxy like JB weld or magnum steel - just enough to...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
12-08-2012, 09:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 739
Posted By Redneck Truck

Timing belt bob delayed to do installation of S6 camshafts, need some suggestions.

Well, I finally decided to pull the trigger on the installation of the s6 cams since the timing belt is off anyway. It's a lot easier than I anticipated, but remind me that I said that when the car...
Forum: TT (Mk1) Discussion
10-03-2012, 04:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,724
Posted By Redneck Truck

TDI swap was cutting/pasting one car's engine,...

TDI swap was cutting/pasting one car's engine, accessories, plumbing, and wiring into another car with some modifications. If you are really interested in getting it done we can talk and ill tell you...
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