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Old 11-03-2010, 10:23 PM
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trying to get at that coolant flange isn't the easiest thing ever... I've got the new one on there 2 times now with leaks after both times. hopefully when i get back in it today it won't be leaking!
I have an intermittant leak on my flange as well, sometimes it does, sometimes it doesn't, and it goes away once I drive it... I've reinstalled it at least 3 times, and tried to retorque it a few as well.... Some form of sealant will probably need to be used.

Oh yeah, +1 on a floor jack and jack stands!!!
 
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Old 11-04-2010, 12:44 AM
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yea i know it was just something quick - i was changing the axles on the s4 at the same time so the 1 real jack and 2 jack stands were under that.

Anyways -

I reinstalled it a total of 3 times yesterday and twice today - the second time today I decided to use the blue RTV. i let it sit and dry for almost 2 hours. Still leaking under the bottom bolt that connects the flange to the engine. I'm about to give up and just call someone
 
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Old 11-04-2010, 01:18 AM
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Doesn't hurt to check...

You are using a gasket right?

And its not damaged?

http://www.audiworld.com/tech/eng76.shtml
 
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Old 11-04-2010, 01:43 AM
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brand new flange and gasket...
 
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Old 11-04-2010, 02:22 AM
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Just thinking about your wheel situation ever think about gold or bronze?

just a quick PS of what it may look like IMO I like it

 
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Old 11-04-2010, 02:27 AM
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This side shown is the side that will attach to the engine, make sure that the gasket is installed and not torn... this is a leak area.
Is that where yours is leaking?

Tighten them down a little bit at a time so the flange is not crocked installed.
Is your flange straight?

There can't be too many reasons why it would leak. Maybe its a defective flange.
 
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Old 11-04-2010, 02:41 AM
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jaspis is one of my favorite b5 colors just saying

and polished wheels ftw
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Old 11-04-2010, 02:07 PM
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that is exactly where mine is leaking... it's pouring all day today and has been. Maybe tomorrow i'll take a ride down to NAPA and get a new flange and gaskets and try that out such a disappointment.
 
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Old 11-04-2010, 05:07 PM
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I got a text with a pic of your car yesterday... Dang I'm glad you're ok!
 
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Old 11-04-2010, 05:51 PM
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you got a text with a pic of my car?
 
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