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IDI Engine / Re: Sharing my 1.6td project

« Last post by as4k on May 07, 2024, 10:55:08 pm »

Thanks guys.  I'll check this soon.  Def appreciate the help and comments!!

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Parts for Sale/Wanted / Re: IDI turbo to exhaust manifold bolts

« Last post by ORCoaster on May 07, 2024, 10:12:52 pm »

I think I would be headed to the hardware store and picking up some 30mm long bolts with the right 8mm diameter and thread pitch.  Maybe they would be easier to install if they were not that 12-point type.  Something normal. 

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IDI Engine / Re: Sharing my 1.6td project

« Last post by ORCoaster on May 07, 2024, 10:10:09 pm »

The negative terminal on my truck has a split cable.  One goes to the frame rail and the other goes to the transmission.  Not sure if this is stock but it does help to have them on all parts of the individual big metal pieces.

Maybe a visit to the parts store is in order for you.

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IDI Engine / Re: Sharing my 1.6td project

« Last post by fatmobile on May 07, 2024, 01:15:23 pm »

One way to check grounds is to crank on the starter for a while then feel the cable ends.
Bad cable connections get warm/hot.
 That ground to the trany is always suspect.
Running electricity through a bolt that goes into aluminum. Galvanic corrosion.

I like using the MK3 battery cables and running the engine ground right to the top starter mounting bolt.

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IDI Engine / Re: Sharing my 1.6td project

« Last post by as4k on May 07, 2024, 10:45:15 am »

carlisle, are you near central pa?

I am not but our club goes to the Import show in early May there every year, so I make the trek from Indiana out there.  Will be there with my other Audi later this week/weekend!  Its where the car in question first graced us with its presence

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Parts for Sale/Wanted / IDI turbo to exhaust manifold bolts

« Last post by mammonista on May 07, 2024, 10:36:08 am »

I have a mid-90s  AAZ motor that I bought aftermarket in about '01. The turbo attaches to the exhaust manifold with four 8mm -12 point bolts, two that are 27mm long and two that are somewhat longer. I've lost one of the 27mm bolts. Anyone have a spare or know of a supplier for these things? I'm thinking they're kinda unique.

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IDI Engine / Re: Sharing my 1.6td project

« Last post by RabbitJockey on May 07, 2024, 09:49:08 am »

carlisle, are you near central pa?

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IDI Engine / Re: Sharing my 1.6td project

« Last post by as4k on May 06, 2024, 10:13:30 pm »

Maybe just check the battery terminals and the ground to the frame.  If the Alt is putting out the right amount of power then maybe it just isn't getting in to be stored as it should.

Ah, interesting thought.  So, where should the engine to body grounds be?  Honestly the only ground I can think of is the battery negative to the transmission bolt.  Since I got this car with pretty much nothing assembled I didnt even think about additional grounds. 

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IDI Engine / Re: Sharing my 1.6td project

« Last post by ORCoaster on May 06, 2024, 09:41:45 pm »

Maybe just check the battery terminals and the ground to the frame.  If the Alt is putting out the right amount of power then maybe it just isn't getting in to be stored as it should. 

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IDI Engine / Re: Sharing my 1.6td project

« Last post by as4k on May 06, 2024, 08:43:31 pm »

Sounds like you have a nice setup.
 Check to see if the alternator is putting out.
Cuz it probably should have charged the battery enough while running.

And as usual I forget some useful information .  I'll check again for sure.  The volt meter inside the car showed like it had good voltage but I'll check it at the battery.  Alternator is fairly new, not that it matters. 

Yes, the more space is outstanding.  I was doing rear brakes on my other Audi a few days ago and was in the driveway.  I had so much space and nobody around to watch me!  Def enjoying this so far and cannot wait to get the garage all sorted so we can fit some cars in there