Re: New Lister

[PlyBoyDoct@aol.com]

> 1.  How much should I pay for the repair of a blown head gasket?  If the 
head
>  gasket is blown, what else should I look for?  (I picked this car up from a
>  friend the car is in great condition with the exception of the head gasket 
> that
>  just went.)

No clue, Mine hasn't been blown yet.  I wouldn't think it would be too much.

>  
>  2.  I have heard a lot of talk about performance chips.  I would like to
>  purchase one for the Audi.  Which one is recommended, what should I stay 
> away
>  from, how much HP can I expect from a chip?  Please note that I really do 
> not
>  want to modify the car too much so a chip and an air filter is probably 
the 
> only
>  thing I am going to do with the exception of struts and shocks whenever 
the 
> car
>  needs them.  Please advise me of what has been the best chip to purchase
>  according to the list and also the most reliable.

I actually recently chipped the car myself.  cost me 50 dollars and did it in 
20 minutes.  Other people charge 150 for the same mod.  IA has it for 450 or 
something like that.  As for reliablity, well, when you have more power. you 
have less life.  You can probably tune that car up to about 235 for stage 2.  

>  
>  3.  Common Problems!!!  What things should I look for and address 
> immediately.

Well, its kinda hard to pin point all the 'Common problems'  But the bomb is 
known to go.  Fuel pump might go.  Lifters might start clicking, but I heard 
if you put a half to a full quart of oil extra in, it really helps it quiet 
down.

HTH. I'm sure the list will add more, but you get the idea.

Jason C
89 200t10v
Redmond WA