Forum: General Interest
04-15-2019, 06:06 PM
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And more data...
The tank is about 9+ inches deep, but the tank was 3/4 full when the problems started, so this may not be the source of the soft shutdown problem. It might be that the fracture occurred where the...
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Forum: General Interest
04-15-2019, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 8,560
More data...
The part shown above attaches to the bottom end of what looks like a generic Moeller fuel pick up tube, about 8" long, which seems to be in good working order.
The black tubing that broke does...
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Forum: General Interest
04-14-2019, 07:03 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 8,560
Replacement fuel tank pick up line source
My late model A4 quit four times yesterday after running about two hours, and would not restart after the fourth try. I suspect fuel starvation. Starting at the source in the fuel tank, I noticed...
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Forum: General Interest
03-04-2019, 12:51 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,237
Thanks, Al. You're right, it must be an oil pan...
Thanks, Al. You're right, it must be an oil pan flange and not the block. I feel better about that. If I can find a way to remove the bottom bolt of the old pump, I'll install the replacement and the...
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Forum: General Interest
03-04-2019, 08:27 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,237
The side plate rusted through a couple of years...
The side plate rusted through a couple of years ago. Photo attached. I had to drill out almost all of the studs so I could get the new MMI plate and new studs in. I manually cleaned out the block and...
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Forum: General Interest
03-03-2019, 07:35 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,237
Engine block too corroded?
I'm in the process of trying to replace my leaky old Oberdorfer water pump on my late model, raw water cooled, A4. The aft portion of the block has been shedding LOTS of rust onto the bottom of the...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
11-17-2017, 10:09 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 8,612
Cannot remove the starter :(
I'm trying to remove the starter so I can access the forward drain port in the engine block, but the starter/solenoid assembly will not come off. I removed the two bolts on the flange easily enough,...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
11-10-2017, 01:46 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 8,612
Found a clog!
Before doing any flushing, I wanted to take baseline measurements of how much water was coming out of the pump, through the block post-thermostat, and post-manifold. She failed the first test. I...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
11-05-2017, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 8,612
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Forum: Troubleshooting
11-05-2017, 02:02 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 8,612
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Forum: Troubleshooting
11-04-2017, 08:12 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 8,612
RWC not FWC
My big mistake. My engine is RAW water cooled, not fresh water cooled. I have wet dreams about FWC.
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Forum: Troubleshooting
11-04-2017, 06:22 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 8,612
Overheats and don’t know why
I have a 1982 boat with a late model A4, FWC, Vetus Aqualift muffler. Running at 1000 RPM the temp is 185. At 1500 RPM the temp goes to 195, and the Temp light goes on. It’s the same problem I had...
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Forum: Cooling System
07-16-2017, 02:54 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 6,852
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Forum: Cooling System
07-02-2017, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 6,852
Photo of the old side plate
Here's the problem! I have three out of eight bolts out, and I will continue to soak the remaining five with Liquid Wrench until I run out of it. I will also be ordering the replacement stud kits for...
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Forum: Cooling System
06-30-2017, 08:28 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 6,852
Found the real source of gushing water
Rust-through holes next to the tee-fitting! The side plate is shot. I removed the alternator in preparation for removing and replacing the side plate. I got three bolts loosened before a buddy came...
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Forum: Cooling System
06-29-2017, 09:21 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 6,852
Did that one.
Yep, I checked inside the thermostat housing last night. Lots of black crud. I rinsed it all out and scrubbed the housing and the thermostat with a toothbrush to get everything out.
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Forum: Cooling System
06-29-2017, 09:05 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 6,852
I could blow air, but could still be blocked?
Great thought, Neil. I was able to blow into the hose coming off the thermostat exit, but there could still be debris in there that restricts water flow. I ran a long screwdriver into the exhaust...
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Forum: Cooling System
06-29-2017, 08:22 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 6,852
Big leak around the Tee
My late model A4 overheated and quit on Sunday after 40 mile run in hot weather running full throttle for the last mile. After I got the engine restarted, I noted there was no water coming out of the...
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Forum: Cooling System
06-28-2017, 09:07 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 16,732
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Forum: For Sale - Engines and Engine Parts
01-17-2016, 03:22 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 4,386
A4 Instrument Panel and Wiring Harness For Sale
I replaced my instrument panel and wiring harness with a new set, and I'm selling the old set for $50 plus shipping. Everything worked before it was removed. The panel includes water temperature,...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
11-17-2015, 10:26 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 7,343
Free Weights
I checked them last night, and here's a photo. The springs and weights appeared to be in good shape. I rotated the distributor shaft back and forth to make sure they operated. There was a little...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
11-06-2015, 04:08 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 7,343
Mine is ticking now, too
Last month, I replaced the plugs, D-cap, rotor, and changed the oil before going on a long trip. Engine ran fine for over an hour, then then did a soft shutdown. I could restart it, but it would only...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
09-06-2015, 01:07 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 11,983
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Forum: Troubleshooting
09-06-2015, 10:52 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 11,983
Gauges
Yes, I have a vacuum gauge for the line off the fuel filter, and another pressure gauge after the fuel pump going to the carb. I'll check the fuel tank vent.
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Forum: Troubleshooting
09-06-2015, 10:22 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 11,983
Sudden very ragged running problem
Happy Labor Day Weekend! I did everything I could think of to get ready to motor / sail from Fort Lauderdale to Miami this weekend. Yesterday morning, the engine started just fine and ran great for...
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