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Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-30-2013, 02:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 647
Posted By moribundman

I'd use a full synthetic 5W-40.

I'd use a full synthetic 5W-40.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
05-26-2013, 01:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,787
Posted By moribundman

Take off the belly pan. Degrease and wash the...

Take off the belly pan. Degrease and wash the engine. Drive 10 miles, stop, slide under the car and take a look from where it's leaking. Ramps and flaslight are recommended.
Forum: NorCal Discussion
12-28-2009, 11:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,551
Posted By moribundman

I'll check them out. Thanks!

I'll check them out. Thanks!
Forum: NorCal Discussion
12-26-2009, 10:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,551
Posted By moribundman

I thought they were more of a place for tuning....

I thought they were more of a place for tuning. They're also a bit far away. I'm in SF.
Forum: NorCal Discussion
12-25-2009, 10:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,551
Posted By moribundman

Need a good mechanic in SF Bay area

I need new head gaskets. The timing belt and associated parts must of course be done at the same time.

Due to lack of suitable space (no private garage, but one shared with other cars, with a...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
10-26-2009, 12:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,029
Posted By moribundman

Totally solidified? Carbonaceous?

Totally solidified? Carbonaceous?
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
10-26-2009, 12:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,029
Posted By moribundman

AKA Black Death.

AKA Black Death.
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
09-30-2009, 07:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,391
Posted By moribundman

They switched from G11 to G12 in '96. I bought my...

They switched from G11 to G12 in '96. I bought my A4 in August '96. Two months later the new A4s came with G12. At that time I switched to G12, which I have been using since.

Going from G12 back...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
09-30-2009, 01:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,391
Posted By moribundman

Whatchoo talkin bout Willis?

Your post is right there!
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
09-29-2009, 01:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 971
Posted By moribundman

I presume your cooling system was filled with G12...

I presume your cooling system was filled with G12 (reddish)? You should use G12 (VW version has been discontinued) or G12 Plus (purple, also discontinued by VW), or G12 Plus Plus (not sure what color...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
08-28-2009, 02:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,965
Posted By moribundman

I will answer that question myself then. I bought...

I will answer that question myself then. I bought one of those LEDs, and no, neither the socket nor the contacts fit (it's close, but no go). Proper polarity would also be an issue. In case anybody...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
08-18-2009, 02:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,610
Posted By moribundman

The EGR valve solenoid, which is vacuum actuated,...

The EGR valve solenoid, which is vacuum actuated, controls the EGR. Exhaust gas is not recirculated at idle.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
08-17-2009, 02:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,965
Posted By moribundman

Can you confirm if those are the B8.4D Twist Lock...

Can you confirm if those are the B8.4D Twist Lock lamps on the superbrightled Web site? Their twist sockets seem to match the design of the OEM bulbs closely, from what I can tell.

Is the 100°...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
05-25-2009, 11:47 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,791
Posted By moribundman

Maybe you don't have to ask for it! I didn't. I...

Maybe you don't have to ask for it! I didn't. I just complained about the lack of an edit button, and *poof* it showed up.
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
05-21-2009, 08:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,791
Posted By moribundman

You have to ask a moderator for editing...

You have to ask a moderator for editing privileges! If you are approved, you will get an edit button.
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
04-29-2009, 08:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,669
Posted By moribundman

I would expect detonation to cause some extra...

I would expect detonation to cause some extra bearing and bushing wear. If the high lead number drops, then you are probably in the clear. Good luck with your engine!

I have no idea if Otis Beaver...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
04-28-2009, 05:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,669
Posted By moribundman

I noticed that this was your Benz. I can't...

I noticed that this was your Benz.

I can't tell from the UOA if ARX did anything. All I can tell you is the sudden increase in lead particles is unsettling. As Blackstone said, it seems to come...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
04-27-2009, 10:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,217
Posted By moribundman

Audi requires the use of a GL-4 spec transmission...

Audi requires the use of a GL-4 spec transmission fluid. Red Line MT-90 works very well. I have been using it for the past 5 years. In a colder climate, you may want to mix MT-90 with the thinner Red...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
04-05-2009, 08:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,997
Posted By moribundman

That's not it. I have the cold weather package...

That's not it. I have the cold weather package with the heated squirters. The nozzles heat up fine, but the mystery plug is not connected to anything. Everything works, so the mystery connector is...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
04-04-2009, 05:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,107
Posted By moribundman

Come on, I know you can do it!

Come on, I know you can do it!
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
04-04-2009, 05:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,107
Posted By moribundman

Internet Brats didn't mess with the forum...

Internet Brats didn't mess with the forum features until recently, until the great exodus. When Internet Brats took over forum management they came busting in like an elephant. I appreciate that they...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
04-04-2009, 02:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,107
Posted By moribundman

Goodbye, 12v Forum! The past six years were much fun.

However, I am not pleased how the Audiworld forums are being run by the newbie owners. Now that the ability to edit our own posts has been taken away by mismanagement, I see no reason at all to hang...
Forum: Feedback
04-04-2009, 01:46 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 7,687
Posted By moribundman

Well that seals it -- I am leaving Audiworld....

Well that seals it -- I am leaving Audiworld. Being able to edit posts is essential. I have no interest in sifting through unedited gobbledygook, whether it's someone else's or my own. Adios, AW, it...
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
04-04-2009, 01:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,217
Posted By moribundman

Look for VW 502.00 spec or ACEA A3. 5W-40 works...

Look for VW 502.00 spec or ACEA A3. 5W-40 works generally well.
Forum: 12v V6 Discussion
03-29-2009, 12:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,292
Posted By moribundman

Anything that can leak will leak.

Anything that can leak will leak.
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