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Old May 25, 2008 | 11:25 AM
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i have a 99 audi a4 1.8t and the exaughst outlet of the turbo gets red hot even if i dont beat on it alot what could it be????
 
Old May 25, 2008 | 11:29 AM
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misfire, FUBAR'd cat, need some more info.
 
Old May 25, 2008 | 11:30 AM
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its normal. The temps going through the turbo are ~1k*. Its a good thing, heat makes the turbo spool. Just give the turbo time to cool before you shut it off so it last a long time
 
Old May 25, 2008 | 06:30 PM
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o thanx it hasent had any misfire so i guess it should be ok
 




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