Compression Test Question / CV Joint Prive

[rocco16v at netzero.net (L F)]

I bought a new CV joint for $90 at VeeParts.  I suppose it would run about $100-$150 labor at the local Rape & Pillage Auto Repair.

Larry
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Carlos Alves 
  To: 'scirocco list' 
  Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2004 12:00 PM
  Subject: Compression Test Question / CV Joint Prive


  I want to conduct a compression test on my 16v and was wondering about some vagueties the Bentley manual stated. One, how do I "disconnect the coil wire from the center of the distributor cap and connect it to ground on the engine block using a jumper wire?" What kind of jumper wire will I need? I figured I'd ask before I did something stupid. 

  Also, my left CV Joint is rattling under right turns, I'm pretty sure its going. I would replace it myself but it requires removing the drive axle and I'm not willing to do that. How much does a new CV Joint cost and what are the labor costs with putting in ("I'm assuming) both in?

  Thanks a bunch,

  Carlos
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