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Old Oct 30, 2006 | 01:19 PM
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Default What are the 5-10 big repairs done on a typical A4?

I have a 2001 AWD 1.8t manual.

It's now just past 60k miles and the
- timining belt
- water pump
- clutch/flywheel
- downpipe
have been done.

What else can I expect in the next 2-3 years?

Thanks.
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Old Oct 30, 2006 | 01:24 PM
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control arms, tie rod ends, cluster.
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Old Oct 30, 2006 | 01:25 PM
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Default Minor maintenance at this point... until something breaks ;)

Brakes:
New Rotors and Pads, flush the old fluid.

Suspension:
New shocks, new tie-rod ends, possibly new front control arms (not so minor, but not a big deal if you diy).

Engine:
Valve cover gasket, spark plugs (very minor)

Drivetrain:
Engine mounts, transmission mounts.

Is that a Godin guitar, by the way, in your sig?
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Old Oct 30, 2006 | 01:28 PM
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Yes it's a Godin. I love it. But had no time to play these last 4 weeks, second baby boy born.
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Old Oct 30, 2006 | 01:30 PM
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I was told that control arms are not a problem on a 2001. True/false?
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Old Oct 30, 2006 | 01:31 PM
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Default 2nd on the control arms. i'm on my 4th set.....

wheel bearings are likely too.
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Old Oct 30, 2006 | 01:32 PM
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false, they'll eventually wear out and will need replacing.
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Old Oct 30, 2006 | 01:34 PM
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if your mom can get pregnant.. then control arms can go bad
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what if her tubes are tied?
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