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2022 messages, Last post on Jun 24, 2009 at 9:25 AM
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Replying to: ilrndude (Jul 10, 2008 5:38 pm) Also is now burning a full quart of oil just 4,000 miles after my last oil change. |
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Used car. Bought in Jan. 50K miles. Had some work done, all covered under extended warranty. Blew out my clutch this wknd. Dealership svc is quoting me $2700.00. Parts, labor, etc. I have no choice, really, but have read the clutch history in this discussion. Is this amount reasonable in the Audi world? Thanks, Mike 
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Replying to: embeeduece (Jun 22, 2009 3:35 pm)
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jun 22, 2009 6:06 pm) Mike
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Replying to: embeeduece (Jun 23, 2009 2:27 pm)
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Replying to: vwdawg (Jun 23, 2009 3:39 pm)  I'm open to the notion that I just got hosed; but I also didn't want to take the time to go get the 2nd opinion, get towed, etc. And so far, this guy has been a straight shooter w/ me; helped me navigate the extended warranty people; etc. He also told me to not even think about getting tires thru him because of the expense; he told me to go to discount tire vendors. At any rate, I'm up and running again. Thanks for the input! 
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Replying to: embeeduece (Jun 23, 2009 4:21 pm) So all in all I think the guy was straight with you. Yes you could have skipped the flywheel perhaps, and put in a cheaper aftermarket clutch kit, and maybe the job would be 1800 bucks, but you know, this is not the kind of task you want to do twice. And it should last the car's normal lifespan from this point on.
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jun 23, 2009 5:00 pm) Thanks again! Mike 
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Replying to: embeeduece (Jun 23, 2009 6:28 pm) |
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| embeeduece: After hearing the additional info and getting input from Mr. Shiftright, sounds like this is an OK deal. I think I'm spoiled...I had the good fortune of finding a local foreign car specialist who does top-notch work, stands behind it, and charges a fair rate (not CHEEP-CHEEP, which is what we DON'T need). I still think it's a good idea to keep your ears open for feedback from other Audi owners regarding which shop does the best work. The advantage is that you're probably going to have the same tech work on your rig every time, and you can develop that long-term trust relationship. audiphile1 | |
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