RE: 5kcstq Perfromance Rebuild

[Daniel Hussey <GY3WSX@VM.SC.EDU>]

    Brett,

      I haven't heard from you in a while.  Anyways, I have given this subject
much thought as to what I would do if I hit the jackpot and rebuilt, or were
forced to rebuild the engine in my 5kcstq.  On the oversized valves, increased
bore, larger pistons, and extrude honing, I can't say much, or whether it would
be worth the cost, but I have some opinions about most of the other stuff.
Here it goes:

      * Definately have the head ported and polished when it is off.

      * I highly reccomend going to the later model 200 10V cam and the
        updated 2-piece exhaust manifold.  The 2-pieces flow better too!

      * As for the Total Seal piston rings, I highly reccomend them!

      * Raceware head studs - but of course!  What else do they make, EM
        studs???  I think they also make connecting rod bolts although I doubt
        they have them for the Audis.

      * replace all vaccum and breather hoses.

      * While you're in there, make sure you replace all valve guides and seals
        -replace with the updated "green" seals.  Maybee someone else can
        supply part numbers.

      * replace hydraulic lifters.

      * also do timming belt and idler pulley - but of course, you knew that!

      Also, just replace your injectors!  You can replace them for cheaper than
having them professionally cleaned and balanced.  Also the origonal injectors
have metal tips, and leak with age.  They have since been replaced with the
viton tipped ones which are much better!  They are about $15 a piece.  BTDT.

      PN  035 133 551F    Call 1-800-VW-PARTS.  Ask for Eric.

      If your looking for a good machine shop, well in the Alabama area, gee,
probably no one!  But, I remember Mike Tipton reccomending a place somewhere in
the Southeast.  Mike, care to comment???

      Well, I hope some of this helped.  Good luck with the rebuild.  Just take
your time and do it right!  Also, can I drive it when your done??? ;)

      Later,
      Dan

   ex- Audi 5000CSTQ
   looking for a RELIABLE Jeep!