[V8] Stuck Accel?

[diemarthadie at aol.com]

Thanks :)
I think I included all your info in the wiki writeup but PLEASE feel 
free to add or modify with a link and writeup on swapping the bearing!
John

-----Original Message-----
From: Radek <radek at istar.ca>
To: v8 at audifans.com
Sent: Sun, 17 May 2009 8:58 pm
Subject: Re: [V8] Stuck Accel?


If you find that the bearing is the culprit, I still have the part 
number written somewhere.  It cost me a bit over $20 at a bearing shop. 
 Replacement is not a big deal.

Radek
91 V8Q 5-sp.


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Date: Fri, 15 May 2009 12:49:10 -0400
From: diemarthadie at aol.com
Subject: Re: [V8] Stuck Accel?
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Yep - BTDT - I put a detailed R&R in the Wiki about pulling the
Throttle Body and lubricating everything - even took photos!

http://www.audifans.com/kb/Removal,_cleaning_and_replacement_of_PT_V8_throttle_body

First check to make sure that the cruise control linkage in the rear of
the engine is not binding.  I removed mine entirely to prove that it
wasn't the culprit.

There is a rod running through the hollow under the manifold that has a
bearing up at the front of the engine and also one at the rear.  You'll
want to hit both areas and work them back and forth to make sure the
lubricant is well worked in.  I did not end up replacing the bearing
race at the front of the engine, but if you need to ask Scott Philips
for the details on it since I got the model info from Radek and sent my
parts and info to Scott (who now has my V8Q) a couple of days ago.

There is some question as to the best lubricant for this.  I soaked
everything in PB Blaster to clean it and worked it all smooth.  Working
it back and forth was a chore until it finally moved smoothly.  I hit
it with some LPS silicone spray after letting all the PB dry for a day.
 Seemed to be great after that.

Also a good opportunity to clean out the ISV and Throttle Body as part
of the R&R.

John

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