1997 a4 water pump
 

I need to replace my water pump. My parts dealer lists a "water
pump", and a "water pump with housing". Which one do I need?

I assume that I should replace the gasket while I'm in there, is that
correct?

I did my timing belt a few months ago, so that's fine. Is there
anything else I should do while I have the car apart? Thermostat?

thanks!

Re: 1997 a4 water pump
 

On Fri, 22 Aug 2003 01:46:47 GMT, Pronto Breakneck <no_address@example.com>
wrote:

>On Fri, 22 Aug 2003 01:18:30 GMT, daytripper
><day_trippr@REMOVEyahoo.com> wrote:
>>In matters such as this, mileage is a factor. Guessing you have around 70K
>>miles on the clock, if you haven't replaced the serpentine belt yet, might as
>>well do it now.
>
>The price of tea in China is US$2.23 per pound.

Um....ok.

>>The Bentley for the 2.8l simply shows a water pump with housing, impeller,
>>drive shaft and drive pulley as one inseparable assembly.
>
>My bad, I forgot (again) to mention that I have a 1.8T

Same CD covers that one, too.

>>On the gasket, you most likely won't have an option, so buy a new one.
>
>Ok, great, thanks.
>
>So, does anyone else have an answer on the "water pump" vs. "water
>pump with housing" issue with regards to the 1.8T?

Buy the manual?

Enjoy your tea...

Re: 1997 a4 water pump
 

On Fri, 22 Aug 2003 02:00:56 GMT, daytripper
<day_trippr@REMOVEyahoo.com> wrote:
>On Fri, 22 Aug 2003 01:46:47 GMT, Pronto Breakneck <no_address@example.com>
>wrote:
>>The price of tea in China is US$2.23 per pound.
>
>Um....ok.

Sorry about that, it was an uncalled for smartass remark. I did ask
about whatever else I should do while I was in there. I suppose the
serpentine belt is a valid answer to that question.

Unfortunately - despite the fact that you quoted me - I forgot that I
had asked that. Sorry, long day.

>Same CD covers that one, too.

And is the part for the 1.8t also shown as an inseperable assembly?

>Buy the manual?

And deny you all my charming wit and stunning good looks? Never.

Re: 1997 a4 water pump
 

"Pronto Breakneck" <no_address@example.com> wrote in message
news:f2qakvcoh1ghg7bilio4mtbbbv0qe0ppc6@4ax.com...
> I need to replace my water pump. My parts dealer lists a "water
> pump", and a "water pump with housing". Which one do I need?
>
> I assume that I should replace the gasket while I'm in there, is that
> correct?
>
> I did my timing belt a few months ago, so that's fine. Is there
> anything else I should do while I have the car apart? Thermostat?
>
> thanks!

Hire a competent mechanic, keep him happy by paying him whatever he charges
for parts and labor. He'll take a good care of you, he'll get all the needed
parts and install them for you.


PS. I know it's a cheap shot, I just could not resist :-)

Re: 1997 a4 water pump
 

On Fri, 22 Aug 2003 16:27:50 GMT, "D O G" <somedog@hotmail.com> wrote:

>Hire a competent mechanic, keep him happy by paying him whatever he charges
>for parts and labor. He'll take a good care of you, he'll get all the needed
>parts and install them for you.

Excellent advice, and that's what I do.

In fact, I actually go to three different shops. I go to the dealer
for the oil changes (their price is maybe $5 more than an
independent's) mainly to keep the car's records up to date and stay in
touch with recalls, etc. I go to my independent shop 45 minutes away
for big Audi-specific jobs, like my timing belt/water pump changeout.
And I go to my local garage (14 years of patronage there and much
mutual loyalty) for basic stuff like brakes, tires, inspections, and
exhaust. This has worked out well for me. I respect the competence
of my mechanics, and they respect my familiarity and attunement to my
car.

Re: 1997 a4 water pump
 

On Fri, 22 Aug 2003 16:27:50 GMT, "D O G" <somedog@hotmail.com> wrote:
>PS. I know it's a cheap shot, I just could not resist :-)

Couldn't resist, all you're capable of, whatever.