Re: A4Q wheel dust covers??

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

Hairy green toads from Mars made Karen Forte say:

> Just picked up my '98 A4Q last week at dealers.  It is my fourth Audi - but
> first three were a 5000, then two 100's.  Have always had problems with
> brakes squeaking and dust, but no where near the problem I'm having with
> this A4 in the first week.  When I inquired with my dealer, he mentioned he
> has a few customers who use the wheel dust covers, and so far seem to be
> happy with them, without problems of excessive heat and problems associated.
> Is he pulling my leg to make me happy for the moment - and get a few more
> bucks from me - or has anyone truly had some experience with them or have
> any info at all.  If so, I would greatly appreciate your input! Thanks in
> advance.

Dust shields are cosmetic only, and *might* damage the brakes. I've
never gotten a real answer to this (most dealers want to play CYA).

The real solution is to get pads that don't squeak or shed. I use the
Axxis (Repco) Deluxe Organics on both my Q's, and neither one sheds so
much as a single speck of dust. No squeals, either.

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