[Author Prev][Author Next][Thread Prev][Thread Next][Author Index][Thread Index] RE: Engine mounts (& vibration)
Steve wrote: >I also have a 87 5KCST. I recently had the exhaust manifold replaced (finally!) It was a >nightmare; broken studs, cracks, waaay too much money, etc. But anyway... the motor mount >that resides beneath the manifold was completely cooked. My mechanic says this is very >common because of the high heat on the audi turbos. There was a heat shield but it had >rusted away. By the way, I'm still getting vibration on hard accelleration even with good >motor mounts. the mechanic thinks it may be inner c.v. joints. Let me know if you figure it >out. Steve, CV joints are most frequent cause of this sort of problems. It is good idea to have them disassembled and inspected, as simple check for free play may not reveal some problems. Apart from that, cleaning and regreasing joints will sure prolong their live. I've had this job done and mechanic also swapped them left to right when installing to make them wear evenly (interesting trick, I've never heard about it before). Also pay close attention to suspension and subframe bushes. Combination of worn bushes and unbalanced tyres can give _horrible_ effects, BTDT. Alex ----------------------- Aleksander Mierzwa mailto:alex@matrix.com.pl 87 Audi 5000CS turbo (mine) 88 Renault Medallion wagon (mom's) 91 mountain bike (just in case both cars broke at the same time :-)
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