Re: Leaking ignition distributor.

[Bob <mx@snet.net>]

Phil Payne wrote:
>      I own a 1991 CQ20V.  I need to replace my ignition distributor as it

> >      is leaking oil.  I have to remove the distributor cap and clean the
> >      oil off the cap and rotor on a biweekly basis.  As well, I do not use
> >      the climate control as it sucks the oil fumes into the cabin.
>
> I think you have a different problem.  It sounds to me like the
> crankcase breather system is getting pressurised and/or the breather
> hose into the air intake system is blocked.

Actually thats a pretty common problem with those distributors. They are just crap. They make noise, they leak and they just plain dont last. Thats
probably why audi recommends replacing the whole distributor instead of just the rotor. I have yet to take one apart for a leak problem, but Im
sure it can be fixed without replacing the whole damn thing.
Bob