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Re: HELP MY 4KQ!



Rich,

>1.      My clutch doesn't pop back out after I shift.  I have to manually
>PULL it out with my foot, and it makes driving very difficult.  If I so much
>as TAP the pedal, it gets sucked to the floor somehow.. any ideas?

Hydraulic problem, can't help you there.

>2.      My rear muffler is gone.. rusted and broken. OEM or aftermarket?
>Suggestions?  Can I install this thing myself with normal tools?

Imparts has cheap Ansa mufflers (they rust in 1.5 to 3 years), 1-800-325-
9043 or call Blaufergnugen at 800-683-AUDI, more $$, better quality.  The
dealer is expensive.  Anyone with basic tools and a hacksaw can replace
Audi exhaust systems.

>3.      Heated seats - DEAD.  My favorite. It ain't the fuses! any ideas?
>Is it worth the $$$?

See the archives for cheap and dirty repair info.  To replace the parts is
$$$.

>4.      Front left 'LOOSE KNOCKING' feeling over bumps.  Every bump I hit -
>it feels like the wheel will seperate from the rest of the car.  It also
>makes an awful scraping metalic noise.  CV Joints?  Brakes?  Bearings?  Anyone?

Probably the shock, the bushings, or strut bearing/mounting.

>5.      Suspension/Rims/Tires.  Time to upgrade.  Can anyone recommend a gas
>shock/strut replacement for me? how about tires and rims?  Bilstein says I
>need two different kinds.. HELP

Go for the Boge turbo-gas.  Imparts has good prices.

>6.      CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM.. ...

Can't help you there.  Vacuum or electrical control problem.

Yes, keep the car!  Others on the list know of good mechanics in Boston.  I
do all of my own work so I haven't been to a mechanic in years.  The best place
to buy parts in the Boston area is ABJ autoparts in Somerville <#insert 
disclaimer>.
They have the best prices in town and do their best to help.  Don't trust them 
on
some parts though (like brake pads, Bendix, terrible).  Most other parts that 
they
have are OEM.  Many mail order places are cheaper though.

Don Hoefer
'82 Coupe, 160K miles.