Re: Audi Gods latest request

[Andrew Duane USG/PE <duane@zk3.dec.com>]

Hairy green toads from Mars made Andre Walker say:

> I want to tap into that vast knowledge base out there, and see if I 
> have any other options (used radiator, radiator repair, prayer???).  I 
> have a feeling that driving with a cracked radiator is not the wisest 
> move (even if I do keep the fluid topped up), and winter is just around 
> the corner!  Any suggestions??  Almost forgot, mine is a '91 Coupe Q.

Well, only the dealer could charge $600 with a straight face.

I'm looking at getting a new radiator for my '89 100Q, and have
done some research.  Blaufergnugen sells one for $179 for most
of our cars.  Eric Fletcher (STEADIRIC) recommends the Modine
all-brass radiator for about $250.  I've seen other aftermarket
units for about the same price range.

Installation is not rocket science, and shouldn't take more than
2 hours (maybe less for a decent shop, maybe more for you if you've
never done it before).  Worst case, that adds up to about $350.

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Andrew L. Duane (JOT-7)			duane@zk3.dec.com
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