New Audi owner and have a question
 

Hey guy's, I'm new to both this forum and the Audi world (although I have dreamn't for years). I recently picked up a 2000 2.7t auto with front end damage (hood and bumper) for a good price. I ripped off the bumper today and found the left inter-cooler covered in what looks like oil and dirt, and I mean caked on there. I felt my stomach drop as I know service to the turbo/inter-cooler is gunna be pricey even with me doing the re+re.

My question is what are my chances of both components still being operational after a thorough cleaning, and I mean molly maid clean. With the front of the inter-cooler being virtually clogged would this have made the turbo run hotter even if the aux water-pump was functioning perfectly? Any help/comment is appreciated.

Sal.

Re: New Audi owner and have a question
 

But all the knowledge on this site and no one has any idea about this

Re: New Audi owner and have a question
 

The turbos tend to push oil into the lower intercooler pipes, if you are seeing oil/dirt on the outside of the intercooler, I would guess it was compromised in the front end collision.

I would make yourself a pressure tester and check the entire air charge system for leaks.

If you need intercoolers, they are a dime a dozen for stock units, heck I think I have 2 sets in the basement

I would not be concerned about a small (couple oz's) of oil in the intake track

Re: New Audi owner and have a question
 

Thanks, that settled my stomach a bit.

I was pocking around on the c5 section and gotta say really impressed with your project, I thought about the same thing the momment I opened my hood, good luck with everything.

Re: New Audi owner and have a question
 

Thanks

I officially have the car back in my possession, time to brush up on my fabricating skills