[s-cars] 2001 A4 T-stat Replacement

[Douglas Fifield]

Thanks everyone.  I found some nice write-ups with pictures which
always help on a first time job.  I have 1/4" extensions and a 10 mm
universal from my Ur-S brake booster replacement (talk about blind
fasteners).  I'll let you know how it goes.

D.

On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 10:40 PM, brian hoeft <qweblog at gmail.com> wrote:
> 3 hours!? at what labor rate!? wild.. Maybe taking my time it could exceed
> an hour and I dont brag about my speed in completing these tasks.
>
> I have this procedure down to a science after just going through 2 customers
> that insisted I use their particular 3 letter retailer "ultimate" internet
> timing belt kit..
>
> From those experiences Douglas I have this to offer:
>
> Replace the water neck with an OE neck, not chi-com (meyle) economy version
> which warp quite frequently and have you doing this relatively PITA task all
> over again.
>
> O-ring and t-stat obviously, and new hose clamp if you prefer worm drive
> over ear'ed type and don't overtighten.
>
> I have not ever removed the alternator except when I've done a pulley kit
> with the t-belt R&R.
>
> I use a 1/4" ratchet, long and short extension, and (what's key here) a 10mm
> universal socket. I also have special pliers for the clamp but you can get
> by with generic versions at the right angle. I do put a small piece of
> electrical tape on the inside of the socket to hold the bolts better as I
> sneak them into position.
>
> Not necessary, but I have learned to really appreciate Elring Curil-T
> sealant for the o-ring.
>
> The water neck may be a frustrating fit to get it right but can certainly be
> done without removing the alt. which also entails removing more like the TB
> on transverse dubs..
>
> I'm getting more detailed than need be but just illustrating the point and
> got riled up thinking about charging my 3 hours = $150 for this!? no way!
>
> Also, the 1/4" 10mm swivel socket is debt-money well spent but you could
> probably get by if you had a wobbly head extension.
>
> -Brian
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> On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 8:29 PM, John Cody Forbes <cody at 5000tq.com> wrote:
>>
>> With some creativity and universal joints I've done it without removing
>> anything. You are supposed to pull the alternator.
>>
>> -Cody (mobile)
>>
>> On Dec 28, 2010, at 6:35 PM, Douglas Fifield <douglas.fifield at gmail.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>> > Gents,
>> >
>> > I need to change out the T-stat on my GF's 2001 A4 1.8T.  A local shop
>> > quoted 3 hrs labor.  What has to be removed to get a wrench on the two
>> > M6's that hold the housing in place?
>> >
>> > Sorry for the lack of UR-S content.
>> >
>> > D.
>> >
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