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Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
02-10-2011, 05:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 18,573
Posted By dm.A4.B5

Rust will form as long as H2O and metal is...

Rust will form as long as H2O and metal is present. True that additives in the coolant inhibit this but it is not a silver bullet. As for distilled water, it still has a free floating ions (not...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
02-09-2011, 06:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 18,573
Posted By dm.A4.B5

I agree with everything but the line above. When...

I agree with everything but the line above. When I flushed the heater core a few months ago I had the waste water/coolant dump into a bucket. I pushed atleast 20 gallons of water through the heater...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
01-28-2011, 05:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,629
Posted By dm.A4.B5

Hey congrats!

Hey congrats!
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
01-26-2011, 05:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,135
Posted By dm.A4.B5

My sisters 2009 C320 4Matic is a piece of $hit....

My sisters 2009 C320 4Matic is a piece of $hit. The first year she owned it she had to get the whole rear of the car (trunk, bumper, rear light assembly, full set of wires) replaced. They couldn't...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
01-05-2011, 05:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,406
Posted By dm.A4.B5

The settlement is worthless for the average...

The settlement is worthless for the average person and Audi knows that. Who honestly keeps a receipt or record of all their vehicle services. I don't even keep that much information for taxes. When I...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
12-28-2010, 05:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,938
Posted By dm.A4.B5

It only needs to be vw 502 00 spec for Audi to...

It only needs to be vw 502 00 spec for Audi to approve it.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
12-22-2010, 07:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,999
Posted By dm.A4.B5

I think what 4Driver4 is eluding to is that if...

I think what 4Driver4 is eluding to is that if you turn it on briefly, lets say just to move it, you might have problems starting the car. I have had this happen before moving my car from the...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
12-10-2010, 06:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,066
Posted By dm.A4.B5

I had the same issue a couple of weeks ago where...

I had the same issue a couple of weeks ago where all of sudden I was getting no heat. I cleaned out the heater core like everyone suggests and it brought the heat back. I wasn't getting sludge as...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
12-10-2010, 06:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,840
Posted By dm.A4.B5

I agree with Audi0s. Its either the valve cover...

I agree with Audi0s. Its either the valve cover or cam chain tensioner gasket. You might even see some smoke come out of the hood once in awhile (a little). It's been doing the same thing the last...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-24-2010, 10:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 21,534
Posted By dm.A4.B5

Also similar symptoms with heat. The passenger...

Also similar symptoms with heat. The passenger side is definitely hotter then drivers, but again with several bearings now it must the hub. Used rear suspension with new bearing sounds ok.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-24-2010, 05:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 21,534
Posted By dm.A4.B5

Same issue, rear passenger, after several bearing...

Same issue, rear passenger, after several bearing changes still is loud as hell. Guess I need a new hub.

Junkyard or new? Cost?
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-22-2010, 02:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 17,683
Posted By dm.A4.B5

I'm pretty sure stuff like that is dictated by...

I'm pretty sure stuff like that is dictated by the tire manufacturer. Either way 32 PSI is the average. I use this pressure on my Goodyear Triple Treads and Continental Snow Tires.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-17-2010, 04:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 20,456
Posted By dm.A4.B5

Good luck finding non lowering springs on the...

Good luck finding non lowering springs on the internet. I had go the stealership to find standard suspension (not sport package) springs. Lets just say its going to be 2 to 3 times more expensive per...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-05-2010, 12:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 791
Posted By dm.A4.B5

Check Craigs List. I bought a set of Audi A4 2003...

Check Craigs List. I bought a set of Audi A4 2003 rims and tires for $200.00. I have snow tires on my old rims. I like the 03 rims better so worked out for me.

Junk yard might be another choice.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
11-02-2010, 06:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,632
Posted By dm.A4.B5

Cheers!

Cheers!
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
10-29-2010, 12:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,632
Posted By dm.A4.B5

Well the waterpump is inline of the timing belt...

Well the waterpump is inline of the timing belt so as the engine works harder you are pushing more coolant through the system. So with what you are saying that would make sense. But like I said I had...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
10-29-2010, 07:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,632
Posted By dm.A4.B5

Its a probably a failing a thermostat. I have...

Its a probably a failing a thermostat. I have changed it on mine when it was doing the same thing. When was the last time the timing belt was replaced? Usually people will do the timing belt and...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
10-26-2010, 11:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,635
Posted By dm.A4.B5

WOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!! thats what i...

WOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!
thats what i like to see
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
10-19-2010, 12:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,973
Posted By dm.A4.B5

Once per year, you got be kidding. Just put...

Once per year, you got be kidding.
Just put sand and water inside, no different then what you already have.


I run Mobil 1 0w-40 all year long.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
10-08-2010, 07:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,651
Posted By dm.A4.B5

$200? I just called the stealership and the were...

$200? I just called the stealership and the were asking 150 a spring for the rears and 140 a spring for the fronts.

NO ONE SELLS OEM SPRINGS OTHER THAN THE DEALERSHIP IT SEEMS!
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
08-25-2010, 05:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 839
Posted By dm.A4.B5

I'm a fan of Generals, first set I had were snow...

I'm a fan of Generals, first set I had were snow tires and they're great!
They are a German tire company too!
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
08-20-2010, 06:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,648
Posted By dm.A4.B5

Trunk Lock Rusted out?

Anyone ever had the lock on their trunk lid rust out or something similar?

Whenever I press the button on the back it goes in all way but of course never opens the lid. It presses in fully not...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
08-19-2010, 07:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,495
Posted By dm.A4.B5

I think synthetic is the only thing you should be...

I think synthetic is the only thing you should be running regardless of the brand. As for your the burning smell, well I get it once and awhile. However, in my case, sometimes a drip will come off...
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
08-19-2010, 04:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,495
Posted By dm.A4.B5

Yes changing oil more often is a waste, there is...

Yes changing oil more often is a waste, there is no perceived benefit at all. Especially when you can't afford it.
Forum: A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
08-18-2010, 07:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,495
Posted By dm.A4.B5

Mobil 1 Synthetic 0w-40 Last 5 years same stuff...

Mobil 1 Synthetic 0w-40
Last 5 years same stuff (summer and winter).
Change every 3k to 5k miles usually 4k.
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