[tech] found a tensioner kit?

[Steven Sprague]

I'd ride the Schwin Home-Grown!

Steve
84 4kqs
Bikes:
    2002 Rocky Mountain Element Scandium
    2001 Rocky Mountain Slayer
    1999 IBIS Haggalugi (Pronouced Hakka-lugi)
    1994 Ventana Elite SS (Single Speed)


Darrell Adams wrote:

> I can't get the clairparts.com web site to work, plus I'd have to wait for
> shipping.
> Local Audi dealer wants $175.07 for the kit, plus they say you must replace
> some roller for an additional $41.36 for a total of $216.44 US   wow,
> thanks soooo much Stammler Porsche - Audi. (vs the $130 somebody listed for
> the clair kit)
>
> so, it finally occurred to me, call a VW place. same engine, eh?  used the
> same part number.....
>
> came up with $166 and they have one in.  still $30 more (plus tax, less
> shipping - tends to even it out) but I have it now. (car is all ready down
> for three days till I get the ECU back from APR)
>
> is there any reason not to get this? (besides it making my wallet sore
> paying $36 more than a known source)
>
> '99 A4 1.8T with 43+K on the odometer and the original tensioner......
> '90 G60 with engine at swain tech getting coated
> '89 90Q (wife driving with her A4 sans computer)
>
> stuck driving '74 GMC 3/4 ton tow vehicle. that or my Schwinn home-grown.
> At least people get out of my way in the rusty ol' truck. ;-)
>
> Darrell Adams
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