Advice needed on 1988 90Q

[Andrew Lundy]

Radek--

Is it the rear calipers binding???  The first suspect would be the guide
pins!!  I would try cleaning and greasing them.  Try that as the first
step....that's *usually* all they need!!

HTH!!
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Andrew Lundy
fast928 at prodigy.net
90 80q
99 A6q

----- Original Message -----
From: "Radek" <radek at istar.ca>
To: <quattro at audifans.com>
Sent: Friday, September 28, 2001 8:50 PM
Subject: Advice needed on 1988 90Q


> Hi everyone.
> I just bought a 1988 90 Quattro 5-speed in desperate need of repair.
Since
> I haven't bought the Bentley manual yet (if someone has a used one I will
> gladly buy it from you) and have no experience with Audis, I need some
> pointers.
>
> The first thing I'm fixing is an oil leak from under the rocker cover.  I
> need to know the following:
> 1. What is the tightening torque for rocker cover bolts (nuts actually)?
> 2. Is it possible to check the condition of hydraulic valve lifters
without
> removing the camshaft?  If so, how?
> 3. If I have to remove the camshaft, what is the tightening torque when I
> put it back in?
> 4. How to check the lifters (I understand they should be taken out and
> depressed with a finger to check for any sagging - if any slack is found,
a
> new one goes in) - is this correct, any pointers will be appreciated.
>
> The next job will be to fix what looks like a binding front brake caliper.
> Again, any pointers will be appreciated.
> And again, if you have or know someone who has a Bentley manual for this
> car, please let me know.
> Thanks.
> Radek, Ottawa, Canada.
>
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