Re: oil leak

[Huw Powell <human@nh.ultranet.com>]

> i have just noticed that my 81 4k 5+5 has a small puddle of oil on
> the intake manifold where it connects to the engine block.  i wiped
> it off, and it then reappeared.  i am assuming this is a small leak,
> and then the oil is burnt off (with wonderful burnt oil smell).  do i
> only have to change the head gasket, or is there more to do to it?

It's more likely to be the cam cover gasket, since that is above the
intake manifold, and prone to leakage if it is the old cork type.  You
*could* try retorquing the nuts, but don't overdo it (that can make
leaks, too).  It's pretty easy to change, or should be.

> 
> also, i have been (unsuccessfully) looking for a emergency brake
> cable for the 4k.  i have been told they are very hard to find.  does
> anyone know where i could find one?

I got a one piece for my 82 coupe from a local auto parts distributor
(on the second try, though).  Shouldn;t be too tough to get.  Ditto the
two piece ones...

who told you they were hard to find?

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Huw Powell

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82 Audi Coupe; 85 Coupe GT
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