87.5 CGT parts #'s, documentation?

Ti Kan ti at amb.org
Sat Nov 29 20:22:09 EST 2003


It shouldn't be that complicated...  The '87.5 CGT is really not
that different than an '85-'87 other than the NG engine (and its associated
injection/ignition systems), and the rear axle and disc brakes.  These
differences are carried over virtually unchanged into to 1988 80/90
series I5 cars...

-Ti
2003 A4 1.8T multitronic
2001 S4 biturbo 6-sp
1984 5000S turbo
1980 4000 2.0 5-sp
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Jonathan Monetti writes:
> Because I am having a hard time confirming parts #'s, I keep having this
> recurring fantasy about finding an official manual titled "The 1987.5 Audi
> Coupe."
> 
> Working through ETKA, Alldata, the Bentley, (and even a Haynes and
> Euroselect) it seems like official documentation directly addressing the
> 87.5 CGT is more or less nonexistent.  (Even the Bentley's VIN
> interpretation page is a curveball).
> 
> The only places I've seen address this are Shokan and Blau, where parts that
> could be in conflict are highlighted. While helpful, that's a "fishing trip"
> approach.  Instead, I'm trying to cast a wider net so I can understand the
> nuances of 87.5 ownership.
> 
> Does documentation (besides Huw's site) exist that makes this process
> easier?  Did Audi ever publish anything on the 87.5 for the dealers? TSB's,
> Training Manuals, supplements, etc?





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