timing belt replacement
 

I have a 2006 audi A8 and its time to replace timing belt and water pump. what is a good brand? I have seen Gates, A/C delco, and continental contitect.

I'm new also and am in the process of changing timing belt and valve covers on my 4.2 engine. I would recommend reviewing information on Audi Parts - Vw Parts - Audi Parts Vw Parts Kit Company - Blauparts which describes the process in detail along with selling kits to do it. I heard Gates makes the belts for Audi.
Robert

Much more about this can be found on A8/S8 D3 forum.

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Mr Bally might have some input. ;)

Contitech have some nice kits and good quality stuff in the kits made in Europe. I use them on all the VW Audis and any other cars with belts that come in. Water pumps if the kit doesnt have one, i like the GRAF brand or HEPU. For as much work as it is Meyle or GMB dont cut it for me.