At what mileage should the timing belt be done and around what price can I expect to have it done? Also does the waterpump need to be done?

 

1- Every 60-80K (jury still out on the exact interval)
2- Way too much to have it done, DIY for under 300 bucks (blauparts.com)
3- Yes (included in a kit, for under 300)

 

every 80.000 miles and yes,you have to change the water pump,along with the timing belt,seals,pulleys,rollers...and a few more other do dads.

 

Tensioner... just as, or more important than the belt itself (usually the first thing to fail).

 

I have always followed the 65k rule and yes do the water pump at the same time.

 

Where are you located? I'm using AF mobile and locations don't show. If you're not comfortable DIYing it, a local AF member may be able to do it for you. If you're anywhere near upstate NY, Devildub and I are always down for Audi work.

 

I'm on long island.

 

Not a bad drive at all to Bnghamton if you want it handled. I can talk to you via phone and discuss if you're interested.

 

I will talk to you in the next few days. I really appreciate it the help. Can you point me to a website with all the correct parts do I can get an idea on price?

 

I will talk to you in the next few days. I really appreciate it the help. Can you point me to a website with all the correct parts so I can get an idea on price?