New 2.7T and questions
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New 2.7T and questions
As my previous post said, I just got a 2.7T (M6) mostly for my wife, but I will be driving it on the weekend since it is the only car we will have that holds a rear facing infant car seat and we will have a rear facing infant for another 8 months ;-)
The car was bulit 12/99. Here are my questions.
1. Does this car need the fuel gauge sender recall service? The salesman said no, but I would never bet the farm on what a salesman tells me (no offense, but I've had too many salesmen who barely know where to stick the ignition key on cars on which they were supposed experts).
2. What running changes have been made that I should look out for (i.e., get a new style TBB)?
3. What is the torque specification for the wheel bolts? I have never had a car delivered with all the bolts properly torqued.
4. What spark plugs does the 2.7T use? In my experience, car makers frequently sacrifice performance for longer service intervales. If the stock plug is platinum, I want it out now as I have never had good luck with platinum plugs and turbos (I'll explain why if anyone wants to know).
Thanks in advance for any help.<p>Ira
2000 Tornado Red A6 2.7T (M6)
The car was bulit 12/99. Here are my questions.
1. Does this car need the fuel gauge sender recall service? The salesman said no, but I would never bet the farm on what a salesman tells me (no offense, but I've had too many salesmen who barely know where to stick the ignition key on cars on which they were supposed experts).
2. What running changes have been made that I should look out for (i.e., get a new style TBB)?
3. What is the torque specification for the wheel bolts? I have never had a car delivered with all the bolts properly torqued.
4. What spark plugs does the 2.7T use? In my experience, car makers frequently sacrifice performance for longer service intervales. If the stock plug is platinum, I want it out now as I have never had good luck with platinum plugs and turbos (I'll explain why if anyone wants to know).
Thanks in advance for any help.<p>Ira
2000 Tornado Red A6 2.7T (M6)
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Re: New 2.7T and questions
1. If need the recall performed, You should have already gotten the recall notice. I recieved mine last month. If Audi does not have your current address, then they probably have not tracked your car down yet if you do need it. I would call AoA's client service department to be sure.
2. I have a 4.2, so I cant answer that other than get the new TBB before yours fails (if it ever does). It will prevent possible over-revving of your turbo.
3.The torque spec is in your manual. If I remember correctly, it is 89 ft/lbs of torque (on the 4.2 with 17" at least).
4. I have no idea about 2.7Ts but I would like to know about the platinum / turbo thing. I am curious. Thanks in advance!
2. I have a 4.2, so I cant answer that other than get the new TBB before yours fails (if it ever does). It will prevent possible over-revving of your turbo.
3.The torque spec is in your manual. If I remember correctly, it is 89 ft/lbs of torque (on the 4.2 with 17" at least).
4. I have no idea about 2.7Ts but I would like to know about the platinum / turbo thing. I am curious. Thanks in advance!
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Re: New 2.7T and questions
Thanks for the answers Stu B. As for the fuel pump recall, I will wait to see if Audi contacts me, but since I just leased the car today I will have to wait a bit.
I looked a bit further in the owners manual and you were correct, the torque specs are listed for the wheel bolts (90 ft-lb).<p>Ira
2000 Tornado Red A6 2.7T (M6)
I looked a bit further in the owners manual and you were correct, the torque specs are listed for the wheel bolts (90 ft-lb).<p>Ira
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Ira, I've also got a 2.7T 6spd in red. Mine was made 12/99 as well, haven't received any recall notices, picked it up July 5. No problems yet, fuel gauge works fine.
I'm in the Boston area, have yet to see another red A6 of any type on the roads, where are you?
Beautiful color. I only considered Red and Japis, which was impossible to find.
BTW, as you've read elsewhere here, 17" wheels with high performance tires
make a huge difference in the cars handling characteristics. Good luck
I'm in the Boston area, have yet to see another red A6 of any type on the roads, where are you?
Beautiful color. I only considered Red and Japis, which was impossible to find.
BTW, as you've read elsewhere here, 17" wheels with high performance tires
make a huge difference in the cars handling characteristics. Good luck
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I'm in Portland, OR. I also had not seen the car in red prior to getting this one. I was not sure my wife like the color because she was very low key while test driving and discussing. Later she told me she loves the color but did not want to seem too eager in front of the salesman.
I've already been checking out the wheel and tire options at the Tire Rack. I will probably get a package in a few months, or maybe wait until spring.<p>Ira
2000 Tornado Red A6 2.7T (M6)
I've already been checking out the wheel and tire options at the Tire Rack. I will probably get a package in a few months, or maybe wait until spring.<p>Ira
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Re: New 2.7T and questions
I have had a 2.7t for about 6 months now so it could not have been built later than yours and I have not recieved any recall notice. By the way I believe the recall you are thinking of is for the fuel level sensors not the fuel pump but let me know if I am wrong. I have noticed some stumbling at full throttle that could be explained by a weak fuel pump.
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