Re: Ticking sound....

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

Ron Woods wrote:
> 
> Will do, thanks for the advice! Any particular lube you recommend for this
> chore?
> 
> thanks!
> 
> Ron
> 86 4KCSQ
> 
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> 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
> 
Ron:
Plain lithium grease will do...use sifficient ammount fully coat
actuator !
Pablo