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Thanks for the tip (again) Dr. Sheldon. I wasn't familiar with ERWIN and I just took a look at it, the fact that the factory repair manuals are there makes it a gold mine. I have factory manuals for all of my cars and motorcycles except for the Audi. I get a bit nervous doing a job like this...

Thank you for the reply. I do have a map gas torch and other things. Based on a video I watched, it looks like I can unbolt the cat from the turbo, then I can undo one or two mounting screws on the first exhaust pip bracket, and it looked like the cat can then be moved around enough to slide...

I have a 2018 A5 coupe that has the wastegate sticking problem. Yesterday I called a nearby Audi dealer to order a new turbo, and no surprise, they are on backorder everywhere with no ship dates. So my only option seems to be to buy the aftermarket wastegate repair kit and change out the...

Yikes, OK thanks for the response. Will do as suggested. Regards, Mike

Thank you for the reply. >> Turbo actuators are notorious for sticking when very hot, engine under load. This is great info. Based on your statement I think I'll replace the actuator. (I would love to own an O-scope, but I don't.) I was already thinking that heat might be part of the...

KraftwerkTurbo, I am at exactly the same point in my troubleshooting with the exact same symptoms (radial play, shaft moves OK, etc.). Did you resolve this? THanks, Mike