Blower Motor and Heater Core Replacement

[Matt Bolles]

I have a new heater motor and heater core on their way to me from SJM.  Scotts' tips on his site are very helpful; I was just wondering if anyone else had any useful advise or insight on this job.  I am just waiting out the weather here in Mpls a bit more(been -10 to 20 for about the last two weeks) to tackle the job in an unheated garage.  What helps is a generous Dad who spends winter in Palm Desert with my Mom, while '01 S4 Avant stays here in their garage.  This will be a difficult parting; 6 spd with MTM software, Neuspeed exhaust and short shift- very fun and fast.
TIA
Matt Bolles