Audi reliability..

[_Christian_]

i didnt know the 2.8s were bad. i just bought a vr6(2.8) with 62,000. are there any common mechanical issues with these motors? if so are they problems with the actual motor or the accessories? i've heard about wiring issues.

[Kyle]

i didnt know the 2.8s were bad. i just bought a vr6(2.8) with 62,000. are there any common mechanical issues with these motors? if so are they problems with the actual motor or the accessories? i've heard about wiring issues.

I think it's an Audi thing not a 2.8 thing.

I am not a VR6 guy, but I have not heard too many complaints about the motor when we have the 1.8T vs. VR6 arguments on IA.


JITB- I suggest getting a VWvortex account and going under the fortitude(audi section) and posting your questions. I am sure you will get plenty of feedback.

[loneSTAR]

i didnt know the 2.8s were bad. i just bought a vr6(2.8) with 62,000. are there any common mechanical issues with these motors? if so are they problems with the actual motor or the accessories? i've heard about wiring issues.

I wouldnt say they have reliabitlity issues.
i have had SLC corrados and a swapped a2 chassis with a vr6 and never had any problems! in fact, i have one in my garage now waiting for another a2....

I am not a VR6 guy, but I have not heard too many complaints about the motor when we have the 1.8T vs. VR6 arguments on IA.

they are the reliable VW motor, aside from early 8v's and such....