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  1. 12-19-2015 06:54 PM #1
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    Another one, cam issues?

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    So just today I was reading the horrors of some people having to replace cam tensioner and chain and paranoia kicks in and I try to listen to mine. Well I'm hearing an extra ticking/clacking near the back of the engine (not just the normal injector noise). My oil pump failed 2k miles ago and it's been replaced no other issues currently. Video enclosed hoping you can listen, advice appreciated!



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  2. 12-19-2015 07:02 PM #2
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    Yep, thats sounds exactly the same as mine before i replaced it. If it hasnt been replaced then i strongly recommended to do so, better safe then sorry.


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    Quote Originally Posted by mfdk View Post
    Yep, thats sounds exactly the same as mine before i replaced it. If it hasnt been replaced then i strongly recommended to do so, better safe then sorry.


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    Just cam chain and tensioner? Also do you think I can drive this very mellow for a week or two until I can replace it?


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    Another one, cam issues?

    Normally its the tensioner that starts to make that clacking sound, but you have to replace both the tensioner and the chain for your peace of mind.

    You could be driving for thousand and thousand miles and it would still be fine, but the risk of driving like that its not worth the trouble and the money you'll have to spend if that thing goes kaboom. You should be fine driving it for weeks but i would highly recommend to be your top priority on your list.


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    Quote Originally Posted by mfdk View Post
    Normally its the tensioner that starts to make that clacking sound, but you have to replace both the tensioner and the chain for your peace of mind.

    You could be driving for thousand and thousand miles and it would still be fine, but the risk of driving like that its not worth the trouble and the money you'll have to spend if that thing goes kaboom. You should be fine driving it for weeks but i would highly recommendto be your top priority on your list.


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    Okay that gives me some peace of mind. I guess I'll put performance upgrades on the back burner and get this done asap, thanks for the info!


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    Also I'm due for a new timing belt, I guess this just rushes the process and I can do both at the same time...


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    Is it hard to replace the cam tensioner and chain? :O


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    That depends on your experience and comfort level. I would say no, it's not hard. It does however require some specialty tools, a decent amount of time, and significant disassembly of the top half of your engine.
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    Slightly louder than normal B7 2.0T engine...Want to quite it down?

    Replace your cam chain + tensioner.
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    hmm its time for me to do both too.. the click noise is intense.
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    I paid an Audi specialist to replace mine last month. Although, the 4hrs it was supposed to take turned into 10+hrs when certain bolts wouldn't unloosen. Still, money well spent. The car is now whisper-quiet @ idle...no more TDI sound.
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    Quote Originally Posted by UberTeile View Post
    I paid an Audi specialist to replace mine last month. Although, the 4hrs it was supposed to take turned into 10+hrs when certain bolts wouldn't unloosen. Still, money well spent. The car is now whisper-quiet @ idle...no more TDI sound.
    How much $ did it cost if u don't mind me asking. U bought the parts first or it was parts and labor ?
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    Quote Originally Posted by bfunk1414 View Post
    How much $ did it cost if u don't mind me asking. U bought the parts first or it was parts and labor ?
    I pre-purchased the parts through ePay and local suppliers for about $100. The Audi tech that did the work is also a good friend. I paid him $250 for the labor. I've read here that some indy shops have done this job for $350-$400 parts & labor...not sure exactly who though.
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    Another one, cam issues?

    Well I took it to a very reputable shop to have them replace the tensioner and chain. Before they did it they inspected of course and said I had a loose exhaust hanger and my heat shield was rubbing against something which could've been what I was hearing. Saying it sounds perfectly fine and doesn't need replacing. Taking their word for it but will keep an ear out and be careful


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