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Going to attempt EGR blanking.. some advice first please
Hi All,
Got my blanking kit from Pete at Bell Auto.. (thanks for the super speedy service. Ordered at 1pm yesterday, they arrive today)..
Before I dive in.. some questions:
1. Any pointers for a good quality guide (inc pictures) on how to do this?
2. What tools will be required
3. How long should it take to complete
Any help most welcome..Selling my wifes Audi A3 2.0LTR FSI DSG Sport to help pay for her D3
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24th Dec 2011 10:31 am
~Rich~
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Download Pete's guide, it has good photo's and instructions.
http://bellautoservices.co.uk/wp-content/u...6-TDV6.pdf
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24th Dec 2011 10:40 am
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Spray some WD 40 on the EGR nuts today and read about it then do the job tomorrow
24th Dec 2011 10:58 am
uktivo
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Disco duck wrote:
Spray some WD 40 on the EGR nuts today and read about it then do the job tomorrow
May be slightly worse for wear tomorrow.. so will take your advise and spray my nuts tomorrow and boxing day.. here we come..
I'm thinking of getting some new tools. Have to admit, my tool collection does seem to dwindle and I can guarantee that i won't have the right tool for the job..
Are there any special tools required for this job? i.e. are some of the nuts difficult to get too and do I need a special extension?
thanks
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24th Dec 2011 11:07 am
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+1 for WD40 then do the job another day (I wouldn't do it Xmas day to be honest)
Use loads of rags to stuff down all the gaps to stop any bolts falling down. On this note get youself a telescopic magnet to retrieve said lost bolts. Think Tesco had them at £1.00 only a few weeks ago. These are invaluable for this and other engine bay jobs.
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24th Dec 2011 11:10 am
Chicken Duck
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^^ what that man above said ^^ . I've got one of those Halfords sockets sets and their a good bit of kit and well worth the money
24th Dec 2011 11:13 am
uktivo
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Thanks all..
Well.. this will officially be the biggest job i've personally done on any car.. determined to get my hands dirty with the D3.. it a car screaming out to be tinkered with....
Will report once it's done (or not.. if I have issues)Selling my wifes Audi A3 2.0LTR FSI DSG Sport to help pay for her D3
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24th Dec 2011 11:16 am
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Halfords tools are terrible and, almost without exception, should be avoided.
A couple of exceptions to this:
- The 'Pro' range of socket sets are very good - so get what you need in a large set as they are expensive as individual items.
- The torque wrenches; these are actually made by Norbar who are a very reputable brand but are much cheaper in the Halfords colours (even after the big price hike a year or 2 ago).
But please keep your eyes on the socket sets, spanners and torque wrenches and don't be dulled into buying anything else!
(The Halfords ratchet spanners, actually made by Gearwrench, are pretty handy too.)
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Robbie wrote:
Halfords tools are terrible and, almost without exception, should be avoided.
A couple of exceptions to this:
- The 'Pro' range of socket sets are very good - so get what you need in a large set as they are expensive as individual items.
The link took me to this "Halfords Advanced Professional 120 piece Socket Set" Thats why i said it was good for the money
24th Dec 2011 12:51 pm
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If you use Quidco its 10% off of everything at Halfords and 4% cashback
Edit just seen the 10% is for everyone
24th Dec 2011 12:56 pm
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Would spry WD40 or similar product on there a few times if you are not going to do job for a couple of days, will only make the job easier.MY17 D5 1st Edition Namib Orange
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24th Dec 2011 1:14 pm
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Disco duck wrote:
The link took me to this "Halfords Advanced Professional 120 piece Socket Set" Thats why i said it was good for the money
Yep, we agree! Land Rover - Turning Drivers into Mechanics Since 1948
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