Re: 4000 Quattro and other stuff..

[Brendan/Coolian <coolian@thecia.net>]

>> Whew!  Just got an estimate for the Heater Core replacement....$200!
>> Is this even close to what I should be paying?
>
>sure, $60 part, 2-3 hours labor.  it's hard to get to because of the ac
>evaporator.  maybe a tad on the high side, you could always get a second
>opinion (not mine, I mean a real mechanic)

I already HAVE the part...I bought it myself from Rod...I think I could 
talk him down to 150...Maybe if I have instructions....Maybe lend him the 
bentley....





I would recommend replacing the two hoses that go through the firewall
>to it as well, while they're exposed.

Bought em.  Sitting in front of me....


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Brendan Barry
Quincy, Massachusetts
1987 Audi 4000 Quattro
Tornado Red, with grey cloth interior
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Mods:
K&N Filter
ATE Powerdics
Steel brake lines (soon)
H&R-Boge TG-Strut Brace (soon)
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