Hey guys, I've searched most of the audi website for all the info coming up for my DIY timing belt change. I ordered the kit from blauparts, with the TB, water pump, tensioners, yadda yadda, and read all the writeups on how-to. I even rented their tool kit to make things a little easier, since this will be the farthest "taken apart" a car will be that I've ever worked on.

(also, snub going on at the same time...!)

My question is - do I need to spend the 60-70-80 bucks for the bentley manual to do this job? I understand that every one of these little nuts and bolts has torque specs, but usually I just crank 'em down till they're tight (not the best approach, I know, but hasn't failed me so far). Has anyone done it without one?

I'm anxious to get my hands dirty...72K miles on the clock and I don't want to chance anything.

Thanks.

 

I wouln't think so. The write-ups on Audiworld should be sufficient. Most of the job is very obvious what needs to be done. It just is time consuming.

 

no problem 1of 3 first 2 are the 12v last is the 30v

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#2 12v

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#3 30v

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Holy crap, Avant, you are the MAN!

 

where could i rent the tools in the uk?

 

most garages will rent out

 

avant your such a nice guy! want to post the 1.8T pages for me?

 

no problem

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