1.8T vs v6..which is more reliable, more powerful and lasts l onger

[John Shost]

>>>>A couple of months ago I bought a 1998 A4 1.8T with no oil pressure. Cause was a cam chain tensioner that was totally shot - not what you would expect from a low-mileage car. Replaced the tensioner (and the timing belt while I was in there) and the engine appears to be no worse for the experience - oil pressure back up to 85lbs and compression good on all cylinders. The car has 80000 miles and is an automatic. 

Have 70K on my 1.8T '01, and no belt tension. Changed it this weekend. So don't be surprized.


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