[Vwdiesel] gonna sell the audi

[mark shepherd]

Nice cars. The Early Quantum Santanas were built with Audi parts  like 
bearings instead of bushes...
Not sure of your diagnosis for low compression though:
 Valve stem seals only control possible burning of engine oil...
 Bent valve or burnt valve seat or tight shim will give low compression you 
describe [as well as duff rings (low compression part of the analyses)]
Mark(UK)

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Chris Jude" <vegbenz300 at gmail.com>
To: <vwdiesel at vwfans.com>
Sent: Tuesday, June 03, 2008 3:24 AM
Subject: [Vwdiesel] gonna sell the audi


> Well, I got the test results from Dr. Dan's today on the 1980 Audi 5000S
> diesel.  The compression across the first 4 cylinders was around 350,but 
> the
> 5th was at 50.  A leak down test indicates that the return valve stem seal
> is leaking.
> I rebuilt the head about 800 miles ago, and just put in new injectors last
> week, all new filters and a synthetic oil change.  The tires have less 
> than
> 2000 miles (firestones).  The interior is in good shape, seats are comfy,
> car is much more solid and quiet than a similar vintage VW. Sunroof works
> and doesn't leak. Paint isn't pretty, but the body is solid, little rust.
> It's a 5-speed transmission that is pretty fun to drive.
> The front passenger side cv boot just recently tore.  Odometer gear needs 
> to
> be replaced, but going by our records the car has less than 180K on it.
> That's it.  I've been getting 30-34 mpg with it for the last two years.
> Right now it's having difficulty starting (compression), the glow plugs 
> and
> injectors are in good shape.  It does start every time though, but the 
> smoke
> isn't good.  Doesn't seem to be burning or leaking much oil.  It's 
> probably
> gonna need to get that stem seal fixed, and i guess new rings.  I don't 
> have
> the shop/capabilities to get into that. As much as I love this car, I'm 
> not
> able to pay a shop to get into it.
>
> The car is in seattle.  I'd like $1200 for it, and would consider it in a
> trade for a reliable diesel. I've got a picture if you'd like to see it.
>
> Thanks,
> Chris
> 919-444-4244
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