quattro digest, Vol 1 #633 - 20 msgs

[Konstantin Bogach]

> Message: 4
> From: "Ken Keith" <auditude at neta.com>
> To: quattro at audifans.com
> Date: Mon, 11 Dec 2000 10:26:34 -0700
> Subject: aftermarket rack/Jorgen longevity?
> Reply-to: auditude at neta.com
>
> I was wondering if anyone who's replaced with 5k steering rack,
> has had any problem with the new replacement rack.
>
> For example, I know Jorgen racks are around $250 or less, and
> they have a lifetime warranty.  Has anyone used one of these and
> been anything but satisfied?
>
> I'm just trying to get a feel for the potential repair cost.  It's my
> understanding that Type 44 issues include the following:
>
> leaking rack
> leaking hydraulic pump
> failed bomb
> a/c controller failure
> michelin man hose
> multifunction temp gauge
> fuel pump and/or relay
> battery cable connection under rear seat
> idle/wot throttle sensor
> intake air temperature sensor
> blower motor?
>
> Additional costs for an older model to be brought (back) up to par:
> new struts + hardware
> eurolites
>
> I don't mine buying things once, especially for a 12 year old car.
> It's the ones that fail repeatedly that really bother me.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Ken
>