Re: Ticking sound....

[Pcarselle <pcarselle@worldnet.att.net>]

Ron Woods wrote:
> 
> UNBELIEVABLE!
> 
> That is what I have to say! I left a question to the list day ago or so and got
> flooded with most answers pointing me to the Vacuum pump. Well, lo and behold
> that was the RIGHT ANSWER! Tonight after a 10 minute operation, I removed the
> push rod to the pump and the ticking sound is gone! Sheeesh! I've been concerned
> about that darned noise for 5 years! Even replaced the lifters thinking that was
> the problem. Must admit though, I had fun doing that!
> 
> THANK YOU to all who responded to my question. I even have a few sources for the
> pump now, but still if anyone out there has one, let me know, I'm interested!
> Not sure, but I don't really feel the difference on the brakes, but I am sure
> the pump is there for a reason, right? <grin>.... If someone can offer one to me
> cheap I'll consider it. I might even take the time to tear mine down and rebuild
> it. You'd think that Audi would have had some sort of fix for this, it really is
> annoying!
> 
> Now I'm off to write another question....
> 
> Ron (Happier now)
> 86 4CSQ
> 
Ron: Lubricate well the actuator and put it back !! if you don't, you
may need additional vaccuum for an emergency stop and may not have it, (
65 miles/hour to emergency )with full pedal pressure. Try it!
Pablo