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Tires for 97 2.8 A4
Due to road hazard damage, I am forced to buy new tires for my 97 A4q 2.8.
Have looked a Yokahama and Pirelli's.
Any tips or advice on new treads for the A4?
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From: quattro-digest <owner-quattro-digest@coimbra.ans.net>
To: quattro-digest@coimbra.ans.net <quattro-digest@coimbra.ans.net>
Date: Wednesday, April 01, 1998 2:27 PM
Subject: quattro-digest V4 #2004
>
>quattro-digest Wednesday, April 1 1998 Volume 04 : Number
2004
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>
>*
>* Welcome to the digest version of the quattro list.
>* See the end of the digest for unsubscribe info.
>* In this issue:
>Re: 92 S4 Digital Radio Dash Display...
>Re: Thoughts on the C&D Test
>Re: 4000csq I5 power, finding a good deal
>Re: new guy
>Re: Autoweek Readers..(non-Audi)
>Plug Wires?
>spinning flags
>FS A4 sport wheels
>Dunlop sp8000 FS
>Re: new guy
>Re:Hard starting '86 5ktq
>fi question
>Re: Plug Wires?
>RE: Even more 80q problems
>Re: What makes an ECU go bad?
>Re: Window Reg. Mystery (type 44)
>Ohio Q-Club Driver School
>Re Y2K issue
>Re: ECU viruses
>Power output
>Re: The thrill is back ... :)
>RE: Phil's lament...
>Re: Milky substance in oil...
>RE: ECU viruses & LSI-11
>re: Defroster/Econ = Humidifier ????
>Digital Dash Problem
>[none]
>
>----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 09:59:27 -0500
>From: Robert Myers <rmyers@inetone.net>
>Subject: Re: 92 S4 Digital Radio Dash Display...
>
>Of course, the TSB doesn't admit to the possibility of actually solving the
>problem without the expen$e of a new board. I fixed mine in an earlier
>Audi simply by cleaning two connectors inside the instrument cluster. The
>co$t? Zero, zip, nada, nihil, nuttin'. The time involved? Perhaps 1/2
>hour. Less if you know what you are doing.
>
>At 07:36 AM 4/1/98 -0500, you wrote:
>>
>>
>>To: quattro
>>Dorab, Greg, q-list,
>>
>>Dorab has expertly described TSB 909402, released in August of '94,
>>"Display Errors in Auto-Check Display"
>>
>>Model(s) 100 from 1991
>>
>>Symptoms:
>> - with radio on, Auto-Check display shows horizontal bars or lines
instead
>>of radio frequency
>> - Unrecognizable Auto-check display - part of display is missing
>> - Brake pad indicator light illuminates intermittently. (Brake pads,
>>sensors, and wiring are in good condition)
>> - Oil warning light illuminates
>>
>>Service Solution:
>> - If any of the above conditions exists replace the Auto-Check circuit
>>board
>>
>>Important:
>> - If the oil warning light comes on, verify the following first before
>>replacing the Auto-Check circuit board:
>> - Oil level
>> - oil pressure
>> - oil condition
>> - oil leaks
>>
>>Oh, Lord! I also have an exploded view of the dash showing where the
>>Auto-Check circuit board is.... let's just say it's not in the glove box.
>>If it's really necessary, I may be able to fax someone the picture of the
>>dash showing where the board is, and maybe I can also track down some
>>instructions on how to get to it, though I can't guarantee anything.
>>
>>Sean Ford
>>'92 Audi 100CS 5-spd 35k mi
>>http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Downs/5528
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>___
> Bob
>*****************************************************************
>* Robert L. Myers rmyers@inetone.net Home 304-574-2372 *
>* Rt. 1, Box 57 FAX/Modem 304-574-1166 *
>* Fayetteville, WV 25840 USA WV tag Q SHIP 2.2+ bar *
>* Obligatory quattro and sleddog-L references: *
>* My 3 Siberian Huskies enjoy riding in my '89 200TQ *
>*****************************************************************
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 10:10:26 -0500
>From: "Shaun D. Mullen" <smullen@philly.infi.net>
>Subject: Re: Thoughts on the C&D Test
>
>Pete Kraus wrote:
>> I have plenty of
>> confidence in Audi's ability to deliver complete, class-leading products.
>> The flashes of brilliance are everywhere. The cars themselves may well
>> be available in Europe. I have far less respect for the company's
>> judgment in U.S. marketing and a myriad of other customer-related
>> matters. It's enough to make me wonder what I'm willing to risk putting
>> up with to make an A4Q my next car. Listers, do similar thoughts
>> underlie your grumbles?
>
>For those of us on the list who enjoy discussion of more cosmic Audi
>issues in addition to the steady stream of usually fascinating
>tech-related queries and answers, your post really hit home. Very
>thoughtful and very well said.
>
>My answer to your question is fairly simple: I think Audi misses the
>boat stateside in some respects. Not enuf higher performance models, to
>be sure, some truly awful dealers, and questionable feature mixes on,
>for example, the new A4 Avant, which seems to be moving very slowly
>because buyers have very little latitude in being able to select 5-speed
>without sunroof or sport package or . . . you get the idea. But
>overall, Audi is a magnificently engineered and built automobile as good
>as, and in some respects better, than its competitors. An A4QW will be
>my next car for the same reason I bought and have stayed with my '92
>100CSQW for 205k: the wonderfully superior quattro system. I wouldn't
>want to leave home without it.
>
>Shaun Mullen
>West Grove, PA
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 11:15:13 +0000
>From: "Martin Pajak" <quattro@rogerswave.ca>
>Subject: Re: 4000csq I5 power, finding a good deal
>
>> > I have personally purchased wholey complete 5K T's cars at $500 each!
>
>> And from where, pray tell, do you buy these 5k turbos?
>>
>
>I bought my 5kt donor car from a local garage that had no use for it.
>It did have rotten body though. Entire car for $150 CDN and drove it
>home too. Had a friend follow me to make sure the engine is not
>spitting out smoke, flames, mice : )
>You just have to look out, read ALL the papers with possible car
>advertisements. You'll be surprised what you can find.
>
>Example: 1987 4000 quattro asking $400 CDN.
>Went to see it. Had all four wheels flat and no rear muffler.
>No rust and body damage though. 130k miles on it.
>Did not want to start (starter broken).
>Got the price down to $375 including registration and taxes.
>Filled the tires up (noticed brand new brakes all around).
>Pushstrted it and drove it home. Lots of power and suspension feels
>like brand new (the self locking nuts on the shock looked new).
>I had to pinch myself to make sure I am not dreaming.
>
>Cheers
>
>
>Martin Pajak
>quattro@rogerswave.ca
>http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/5939
>
>1982 Coupe TURBO (473,150 km)
>1984 4000s quattro (soon to be a rally car)
>1986 4000s quattro (326,000 km)
>1982 Coupe (154,000) parts car
>
>CEO of exam lastminute allniter rollthedice inc.
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 11:15:14 +0000
>From: "Martin Pajak" <quattro@rogerswave.ca>
>Subject: Re: new guy
>
>> wants 800 for the package, and he's a good mechanic. but i don't know
>> what the car is worth, aside from what i can gather from kelly blue book,
>> but that doesn't help too much. what should i look out for? is the 4000
>> non-Quattro worth owning? do they have any serious flaws?
>
>The turbo diesel is a rare car indeed. The only problem I have
>with that car is that it's never been offered here with 5 speed, only
>automatics. The engine is basically a 1.6 liter VW unit with a turbo
>making 52 horses @ 4800 RPM. The engine should be just as reliable
>as in any VW diesel (don't have much experience here) as long as oil
>changes have been done and or the new engine is rebuilt properly.
>The rest of the car is basically a standard 4000 ('82 and '83).
>Look for usual things like rust, neglect, poor maintnance.
>The non quattro 4000's are worth owning if you are not into high
>performance (stock) or if you do not live where it snows.
>There was one for sale here in Toronto region few years ago and
>that's the only one I have ever seen. They were asing too much
>though and I didn't buy it.
>It would be nice if Audi put the 5 cyl turbo diesel into one of
>those.
>
>> btw, what is Audi's designation for the 4000? such as 1970 BMW 2800 = E3
>> and 1980 VW Rabbit = G1.
>
>The workshop manual call them: Type 81
>
>HTH
>
>Martin Pajak
>quattro@rogerswave.ca
>http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/5939
>
>1982 Coupe TURBO (473,150 km)
>1984 4000s quattro (soon to be a rally car)
>1986 4000s quattro (326,000 km)
>1982 Coupe (154,000) parts car
>
>CEO of exam lastminute allniter rollthedice inc.
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 10:18:19 -0500
>From: harrison <hsapir@multiverse.com>
>Subject: Re: Autoweek Readers..(non-Audi)
>
>The real problem? Subaru will not sell us a WRX AWD turbo in America.
>
>harrison
>
>Paul_Royal@idx.com wrote:
>
>> To: quattro
>> Check out the speeding Subaru Impreza 2.5 RS Coupe on page 20 of the
March
>> 30th issue.
>>
>> Problem? Maybe....no one is driving it.
>>
>> Royal
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 16:13:01 GMT
>From: quk@isham-research.demon.co.uk (Phil Payne)
>Subject: Plug Wires?
>
>In message <3521EB58.5452@sover.net> Leslie Carlson writes:
>
>> It's a long story, but I have just ended up with an 89 quattro. It is
>> running rough, the idle jumps up and down and I can smell unburned gas
>> from the exaust (and see white smoke). The plugs are recent, and I was
>> told I need plugwires. Does anyone know of a good/cheap plugwire place?
>> How about any thoughts on how I could narrow the problem down to be sure
>> it is plugwires?
>
>With white smoke I'd do a compression test first.
>
>- --
> Phil Payne
> Phone: 0385 302803 Fax: 01536 723021
> (The contents of this post will _NOT_ appear in the UK Newsletter.)
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 16:02:55 GMT
>From: quk@isham-research.demon.co.uk (Phil Payne)
>Subject: spinning flags
>
>In message <a5016cfd.35224500@aol.com> QSHIPQ writes:
>
>> You may want to look at page 120. Projected resale is used in EVERY
single
>> lease, it's called residual value. Historically (last 5 years for
projecting
>> residual), BMW hits a higher mark, historically audi doesn't. Been that
way
>> for some time, sir.
>
>Not quite. Residual value is the result of a simple calculation -
>projected resale is an educated guess. Years ago, it was even possible
>insure a projected resale value (the Lloyds "J" policy).
>
>BTDT.
>
>The trick in leasing is to get a residual value accpeted that is lower
>than the projected resale, even if not by much. At the end of the
>lease, the proceeds of the asset sale pay off the residual and the
>profit goes into the pot.
>
>I agree with your comment about WMB - the same is true in spades over
>here for Mercedes. At one point, the resale values of Mercedes 190s
>were so good that short-term leases could be treated as 'interest only'.
>
>The A8, on the other hand, is not doing very well at all. During the
>first six months, Audi (UK) exercised control over second-hand prices
>by leaning on the dealerships. Now, a significant number of A8s are
>on the market privately and Audi can exercise no control at all.
>
>Check out http://www.autotrader.co.uk for some sample used A8 prices -
>there were about a dozen there last week, and the picture is not good.
>There is far too much 'dealer only' technology in the vehicle for
>robust used prices after the warranty has expired. People know that
>Audi dealers (in the UK) and going to shaft them, and they know how
>poor the workmanship can be once the warranty has expired.
>
>- --
> Phil Payne
> Phone: 0385 302803 Fax: 01536 723021
> (The contents of this post will _NOT_ appear in the UK Newsletter.)
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 07:24:13 -0800
>From: Ron Wood <vw-audisport@worldnet.att.net>
>Subject: FS A4 sport wheels
>
>I've got a set of 98 A4 optional sport wheels for sale. They are 16x7,
>7 spoke design, 5x112 bolt pattern (should fit A4, A6, earlier 5 lug
>cars with a small spacer) brand new condition-no scrapes, etc. $550.
>Ron Wood
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 07:26:04 -0800
>From: Ron Wood <vw-audisport@worldnet.att.net>
>Subject: Dunlop sp8000 FS
>
>I've got a set of SP8000, 205/55x16, new condition (200 miles) for sale,
>$ 350.
>Ron Wood
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Sat, 02 May 1998 07:27:43 -0700
>From: Wolff <wolff_b@ix.netcom.com>
>Subject: Re: new guy
>
>snip
>> considering buying a 4000 that a mechanic friend of mine is putting
>> together. not sure of the year, but i'd say 82-86?? dual rectag
>> headlights. body is in decent shape, interior also decent. sunroof,
>> well, it doesn't close. he's dropping a turbo diesel in it. we don't
>> know how many miles are on the engine, but he knows it's less than 100k.
>snip
>> non-Quattro worth owning? do they have any serious flaws?
>>
>
>Unless you have a specific need for diesel, I would stay away. Too slow.
>The TD is barely driveable, while the non turbo is downright dangerous.
>Seen 2 out of 2 blow the head gasket within 2 years of ownership.
> A 4k gas powered car will drive much like your rabbit and get up to
>38 mpg. A very good car. I would even dare say they are more reliable
>than a 4kq (less moving parts) and certainly more reliable than a 5k.
>Things to look for: Do all the gears work? Get a compression/leakdown
>test on the motor.
>HTH,
>Wolff
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 08:39:16 -0600
>From: Leah Mueller <muellerl@cadvision.com>
>Subject: Re:Hard starting '86 5ktq
>
>Vacuum leak Jim? Tighten up all your clamps while studying for any obvious
>cracks etc. in hoses. This includes that big accordian hose at the front
>of intake manifold going to turbo. With car running, check for vacuum leaks
>with a safe method.
>
>David
>
>>Date: Tue, 31 Mar 1998 21:08:54 -0600
>>From: Jim Herzig <jimzig@athenet.net>
>>Subject: Hard starting '86 5ktq
>>
>>I have an annoying problem that someone can hopefully offer some
>>suggestions on:
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 10:55:35 -0500 (EST)
>From: Dan Simoes <dans@ans.net>
>Subject: fi question
>
>Here's one for you Phil.
>
>The 4kq now sports a new Bosch pump, but it's still
>quite noisy. It's been hot here over the last few days,
>and a loud buzzing was quite noticable, interspersed with
>the occasional "bzzt, bzzt".
>I changed the fuel filter 5 minutes ago, it was not blocked
>and in fact was installed in Jan, 3k miles ago.
>Just in case, I swapped it with a new Bosch (made in Spain -
>my mechanic says these are trouble prone, but it's all I
>can find).
>
>The prefilter (plastic) seems OK as fuel came rushing out when
>I changed the pump. So, apart from a bad new pump, what
>else could be the problem here?
>
>I may stop at the local shop later and have them test the
>FI pressure to see if that shows anything.
>- --
>Dan Simoes dans@ans.net
>ANS Communications http://coimbra.ans.net/dans.html
>100 Manhattanville Road (914) 701-5378 (voice)
>Purchase, NY 10577 (914) 701-5310 (fax)
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 10:57:27 -0500 (EST)
>From: Sachelle Babbar <sbabbar@iris.nyit.edu>
>Subject: Re: Plug Wires?
>
>I found a Bosch parts place call Pennisula parts. They sell oem quality
>Bosch plug wires for something like 39.95 when I last checked. Plugs are
>around 2 or 3.95 for tris.
>
>
>
>***************************************************************************
*
>*Steve Sachelle Babbar
>*'84 5ksT 1.6-2.0 bar <SBABBAR@IRIS.NYIT.EDU>
>*Cockpit adjustable wastegate, AudiSport badge
>*
>*Disclaimer:"Any information contained herein is based purely on my own
>*personal experience and may not necessarily reflect yours. Use caution as
>*your results may vary from mine."
>***************************************************************************
*****
>
>On Wed, 1 Apr 1998, Phil Payne wrote:
>
>> In message <3521EB58.5452@sover.net> Leslie Carlson writes:
>>
>> > It's a long story, but I have just ended up with an 89 quattro. It is
>> > running rough, the idle jumps up and down and I can smell unburned gas
>> > from the exaust (and see white smoke). The plugs are recent, and I was
>> > told I need plugwires. Does anyone know of a good/cheap plugwire place?
>> > How about any thoughts on how I could narrow the problem down to be
sure
>> > it is plugwires?
>>
>> With white smoke I'd do a compression test first.
>>
>> --
>> Phil Payne
>> Phone: 0385 302803 Fax: 01536 723021
>> (The contents of this post will _NOT_ appear in the UK Newsletter.)
>>
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 08:01:42 -0800
>From: "Perry, Christopher" <cperry@cotl.com>
>Subject: RE: Even more 80q problems
>
>The symptoms sound very similar to my 83 4ks when the #1 crankshaft/rod
>bearing went out. The noise I had was more of a slapping or clunking
>sound but is was also very dependent on load (i.e.., when in the lower
>gears and between 2500 - 3500 rpm during acceleration). You can check
>this by supporting the engine from the top, dropping the subframe and
>the oil pan, then removing the bolts that hold the endcaps to the
>connecting rods, and look for signs of wear on the bearing shells or
>larger pieces of metal in the oil pan. It would also be a good time,
>since you are in there, to replace the bearings and the oil pan gasket.
>Its not a complicated procedure but it can be time consuming.
>
>As for the clutch, I have not yet done this to my q but have done 4 of
>them on my fox's and 4ks'. The first one took me 3 days - quite a
>learning experience. Most of the time was spent separating the downpipe
>from the exhaust manifold and chiseling out the pilot bearing. If you
>have got some time to kill and some skin to spare from your knuckles it
>may be worth your time to do it yourself. However, I think a decent
>shop could do it in just a few hours. It is really just a question of
>how intimate you want to get with your car ;^)...
>
>In either case you should check soon. A bad bearing can ruin the
>crankshaft and/or the connecting rod(which you should replace as a set
>of 4/5). And imagine trying to pull out of the way of a semi truck/fire
>engine only to find your clutch slipping and you are not moving at all
>=8^0...
>
>Hope that helps
>chris perry
>89 90q
>90 VW Past SW
>too many 4000's and Fox's to count
>>-----Original Message-----
>>From: Mike Stump [SMTP:tree@triton.net]
>>Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 1998 9:55 PM
>>To: Quattro List
>>Subject: Even more 80q problems
>>
>>First of all, let me give a quick thanks to everyone who responded to my
>>questions concerning Competition Limited. It looks like I'll be
>>shopping for a cheap Euro conversion.
>>
>>Now, on to the fun stuff.
>> There's a grinding noise coming from the front of my car when
>>accelerating from low rpm's (1k-2k). It is VERY noticeable in second
>>gear, less so in first in third, and inaudible in fourth in fifth. As
>>rpm's climb, the noise fades out. The slower I accelerate, the quieter
>>the noise is. The faster, the louder. Is this a failing transmission?
>>I haven't had any trouble getting the car into gear and there are no
>>unusual noises at higher rpm's so I've tried to discount this. Just a
>>slipping clutch (110,000 miles)? My differentials worked fine this
>>winter so I don't think that's the cause either. This noise has been
>>present in second gear for some time but has been getting louder and
>>only recently spread to the other gears.
>> If it is a slipping clutch (my best guess), how long do I have
>>before I'll need to replace it? It drives without any problems now and
>>I do my best to avoid purposly slipping it (no drag racing). How big a
>>job is this? Any BTDT on an 80/90q? Should an ameteur mechanic attempt
>>this? What's the the part cost vs parts/labour cost?
>>BTW, is there such a thing as a cheap Euro conversion?
>>
>>As usuall, TIA
>>
>>Mike Stump
>>80q (hoping the Audi gods will spare me and my bank account for awhile)
>>
>>
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 12:15:39 -0500
>From: Sean_Ford@idx.com
>Subject: Re: What makes an ECU go bad?
>
>To: quattro
>Nurture. The "Nature" state it arrives in is perfect.
>
>Sean Ford, in a funky mood.
>'92 100CS 5-spd 35k mi (mileage applied with an eye-dropper)
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 12:48:01 EST
>From: MSV96 <MSV96@aol.com>
>Subject: Re: Window Reg. Mystery (type 44)
>
>In a message dated 3/31/98 rwo@u.arizona.edu writes:
>
><< First of all: With limited visibility, it did not seem obviously broken.
>Everything moves on cue except the glass. No broken bits in the bottom of
the
>door either. >>
>
>Might be as simple as a fallen off E-ring (C-clip? okay...whatever you
wanna
>call 'em). You will see a plastic support on the underside of the window
glass
>with a hole in it. This hole is where a pin from the regulator attaches and
is
>secured with said clip. (Which BTW is a real PITA to remove and replace...I
>used right angle circlip plier to remove, and a flatbalde scredriver to re-
>install, tips welcome from all for next time please!)
>
><< Secondly: I can't see how the danged thing comes out even if I had a
>replacement! What, do you pull the whole door off and split it
inner/outer??
>>>
>
>No! You do not need to split the door. I just did this job on mine. Aside
from
>the infernal clip, the job was very easy. There are only about 5 bolts (oh
>yeah, and that clip) to remove and the whole thing (it uses cables so it is
>flexible) comes right out.
>
>There are supposedly replacements that use a worm gear instead of cables. I
>have not tried one of these (I bought mine used...thanx again Stott!).
Check
>the various vendors on the vendor list and you should be able to get a new
one
>for less than $150.00. HTH
>
>Mike Veglia
>87 5kcstq
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 12:43:54 -0500
>From: "Doyt W. Echelberger" <Doyt@poboxes.com>
>Subject: Ohio Q-Club Driver School
>
>Is there such a school scheduled for anytime in the near future? I think
>I'd like to attend, maybe with 2 or 3 friends.
>
>Doyt Echelberger
>86 4kcsq
>87 5kcstq
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 12:41:05 -0500
>From: "Doyt W. Echelberger" <Doyt@NWOhio.com>
>Subject: Re Y2K issue
>
> Andrew.Jackson@digital.com wrote these words 1 Apr 1998 08:30:54 EDT:
>
>>Do we *KNOW* that the ECUs don't hold the date - or are we just assuming
>that they don't because we can see no reason for it?
>
>>I'd *guess* that most older ECUs would be OK, but some of the more
>recent ones might hold the date. Isn't it true that the computers on
>some BMWs hold the date - and warn you when its time for your next
>service etc? I also seem to remember reading that on some cars (Fords?)
>the explosive trigger for the airbag is deactivated after a certain
>date/time to avoid problems/injury when they're being scrapped etc?
>
>>Of course, one would hope that newer car-computers which *do* hold a
>date would be y2k compliant. But is it wise for these concerns to be
>dismissed out of hand?
>
>>In general - the y2k problem should not be underestimated. OK, if a VCR
>gets confused when it hits 01/01/00 then its not a big problem. But if a
>life support system in a hospital gets confused then the consequences
>could be a little more worrying.
>On a personal note, most of the people I know who work with computers
>are hoping to go and hide on a remote computer-free island on 31/12/99!
>
>>Andrew Jackson
>(hoping to be out of IT Support by December '99 :-)
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
>I've only taken one ECU apart, and it was from an 87 5kcstq. I didn't see
>any battery that exists to keep a time line running when the unit was not
>attached to a functional 12v car battery system.
>
>Just because I didn't see a battery doesn't mean one isn't there.And other
>energy storage devices exist to act like a battery. So, Ireally don't know.
>
>So, here is a question to the knowledgeable ECU reprogrammers on the list.
>Does any ECU you are familiar with have such a battery or any similar means
>to run a time line? Or any device to set and reset such a time line if it
>did exist?
>
>I am skeptical of the existence of such a component. If it were there,
>ECU's would require replacement or service on such a battery, and it would
>be a periodic service item known to mechanics and listed in service
>manuals. And there would be accommodations for re-setting the date, like on
>a camera or a VCR or any other time-lined electronic device.
>
>No evidence has come to my attention in this thread which claims knowledge
>of such features.
>
>ECU's sit around in older cars, without connected starting batteries, and
>used ECU's sit around for years on storage shelves in recycling yards and
>owners backyards, and they work just fine when put into another car. No
>adjustment needed.
>
>Until someone comes forward with evidence of such a component, I will act
>on the hypothesis that one does not exist.
>
>Doyt Echelberger
>86 4kcsq
>87 5kcstq 1.7 bar and smiling, with or without a time line.
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 19:48:17 +0200
>From: "C.Erik McDonald" <erikmc@online.no>
>Subject: Re: ECU viruses
>
>>> Perhaps the biggest problem for our company is the fact that our
>>> customers are still using computer equipment that was originally
>>> manufactured in the '70s for collecting inspection database info. Does
>>> anyone remember the DEC LSI-11?
>>
>>Used to install Xenix on 11/23s between 82 and 85 or so.
>
>I kinda know the feeling, we still have to support hardware manufactured
>years before I was born .. ;)
>
>
>
>- -- Erik
>
>Ericsson AB, ground radar systems division
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 12:51:55 -0500 (EST)
>From: Sachelle Babbar <sbabbar@iris.nyit.edu>
>Subject: Power output
>
>Now that warm weather is here, I had a question. I do know that the spool
>up characteristics of my turbo are different when compared to winter, but
>at the same amt. of boost, will the engine make the same power. Question:
>is the density of air at 1.8 bar @30 degrees the same as 80 degree air at
>1.8 bar? I'm trying to ask if the turbo normalizes for temps. I figure
>I'll lose a lot of pwer just due to peak boost falling off, but I have the
>cockpit adjustable wastegate to bring up boost to higher levels.
>
>
>
>***************************************************************************
*
>*Steve Sachelle Babbar
>*'84 5ksT 1.6-2.0 bar <SBABBAR@IRIS.NYIT.EDU>
>*Cockpit adjustable wastegate, AudiSport badge
>*
>*Disclaimer:"Any information contained herein is based purely on my own
>*personal experience and may not necessarily reflect yours. Use caution as
>*your results may vary from mine."
>***************************************************************************
*****
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 10:02:45 -0800
>From: ptimmerm@mashtun.JPL.NASA.GOV
>Subject: Re: The thrill is back ... :)
>
>Sounds like the shifter fine adjustment rod bushings are gone.
>You need to replace the whole rod, as bushings are not available.
>This also make the general shifting much improved. Good luck.
>
>pt-
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 13:04:57 -0500
>From: quattro <quattro@acacianet.com>
>Subject: RE: Phil's lament...
>
>It's a lot like negotiating a rotary (roundabout).
>
>"He who hesitates is forever lost"
>
>Still, pretty low move on the part of the seller.....
>
>- -glen
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 12:52:44 -0500
>From: Marc_Nguyen@mail.amsinc.com
>Subject: Re: Milky substance in oil...
>
>> nothing to worry about.....unless you find it on yourdip stick, which you
>did not.
>
>Why is it bad if you find it on the dipstick vs elsewhere?
>
>- - Marc N
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 13:19:48 -0500
>From: quattro <quattro@acacianet.com>
>Subject: RE: ECU viruses & LSI-11
>
>Remember it? I (helped) to design the power-supply for it - the H780 -
>back when switching supplies were state-of-the-fhart.
>
>- -glen
>
>
>> Perhaps the biggest problem for our company is the fact that our
>> customers are still using computer equipment that was originally
>> manufactured in the '70s for collecting inspection database info. Does
>> anyone remember the DEC LSI-11?
>
>Used to install Xenix on 11/23s between 82 and 85 or so.
>
>Orin.
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 13:27:29
>From: Dave Conner <conner@cfm.ohio-state.edu>
>Subject: re: Defroster/Econ = Humidifier ????
>
>A broken recirc flap spring is a common problem which I dealt with on my 89
>100.
>The recirc flap is accessed from inside the car. It's up behind the
>glovebox, which will need to be removed.
>The spring is attached to a plastic plug in the flap which hard to reach.
>
>The easy way to attach the new spring is to:
>
>1. Remove the plug from the flap by twisting it a half turn.
>2. Attach the spring with the plug in your hand.
>3. Then re-insert the plug in the flap.
>
>Attaching the other end of the spring was not a problem.
>
>In some cases it's possible to re-use the old spring. If the end loop is
>all that broke off, which I think is typical, you can just bend the next
>loop up and reattach with it.
>
>Dave Conner
>David Conner Columbus, OH
>'87 5KS
> '89 100E
> ' 86 4KCSQ
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 1 Apr 1998 13:30:56 -0500
>From: chollyl@juno.com
>Subject: Digital Dash Problem
>
>A friend of mine has an 86 FWD coupe, and the digital dash is acting up.
>It doesn't
>happen every time,but on occasion the dash won't light up. Shut the car
>off, disconnect the battery for about 2 minutes, reconnect and all's well
>for a while.
>Anyone BTDT with these. Any input is appreciated. TIA.
>
>Charlie Lamphier
>86 5ktq
>84 5ks
>97 Miata
>
>------------------------------
>
>Date: Wed, 01 Apr 1998 13:40:29 -0500 (EST)
>From: gunter_harhart@audi.com
>Subject: [none]
>
>Dear quattro list people:
>
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>
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>
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>
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>
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>
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>
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