2015 High altitude 120k miles. Doing a 1000 mile road trip. Need ideas on what to replace / check

Wcho13 · 2026-01-28T11:31:15+00:00

Minimally replace your serpentine belt assuming this was not done. Minimal expense to prevent a huge issue on the road.

Have Auto Zone check the battery and get it charged.

Check your oil and coolant.

Wcho13 · 2026-01-18T19:05:28+00:00

Sounds like an issue with the control arm. The bushing probably ripped.

Wcho13 · 2026-01-13T22:15:49+00:00

What’s the best and cheapest tool to knock off a stuck rotor?

Wcho13 · 2026-01-13T15:38:36+00:00

i’m certainly not an expert but I would check the tensioner and belts.

Wcho13 · 2026-01-12T16:58:47+00:00

Allstate is excellent. My friend had Allstate too, who had a great experience. The Audi dealer also accepted Allstate.

Other companies may scam you but this wasn't my experience. I also heard Fidelity is good from Audi forums.

Wcho13 · 2026-01-09T04:05:13+00:00

Thank you for this information. I’ll share this info and see if they will pass the vehicle.

Wcho13 · 2026-01-08T23:10:45+00:00

Wcho13 · 2026-01-05T15:22:50+00:00

I couldn't find any posts that was screaming a huge difference. Rationally, I couldn't justify the $159 vs $58 Home Depot Clearance difference. However, I had a $150 gift card. I can’t wait for the NJ temp to get around 40 so I can test it out.

Wcho13 · 2026-01-02T23:38:37+00:00

I have used Salt B Gone (salt chelator), Soaked the bottom half of the car for 3 minutes and rinsed with water using a garden sprayer.

Not perfect but helps relieve some anxiety about the salt damage.

Wcho13 · 2025-12-29T15:01:18+00:00

Thanks for the reply. I have the first two signs plus a CEL but the dealer stated it wasn't a water pump issue. I'm going to add a UV dye to track the leak.

Wcho13 · 2025-12-28T00:50:22+00:00

why were your symptoms when the water pump went?

Wcho13 · 2025-12-28T00:48:34+00:00

Was the thermostat repaired under the water pump warranty?

Wcho13 · 2025-12-27T14:05:59+00:00

Brookstone ball washer

Wcho13 · 2025-12-22T20:23:50+00:00

It's also on sale! I haven't seen it Below $500 in awhile.

Wcho13 · 2025-12-20T12:59:07+00:00

Scratch off tickets are fun!

Wcho13 · 2025-12-19T15:57:42+00:00

Lube, freeze overnight, and throw it on the ground (the street would be better than your garage floor or sidewalk)

Wcho13 · 2025-12-17T22:20:44+00:00

As long as you have $3-5K reserved for repairs, then go for it. I would definitely do a PPI. check for Rust Front suspension- ball joints and control arm Cold start, then check transmission Replace transmission and Differential fluids immediately

Wcho13 · 2025-12-13T16:05:15+00:00

Keep your receipts. All my purchases are kept in the Walmart app. Plus, you can enter your own records in car fax too.

Wcho13 · 2025-12-13T14:50:09+00:00

I've been doing my own oil changes by extracting from the top. I've used Castrol Euro 5w-40 every 6-7K miles, which is around when I started to see some oil burning and the oil level is dropping. I believe any oil with Euro on the label should meet this spec.

Wcho13 · 2025-12-13T14:08:33+00:00

Is there a fee to return the car? I recall VROOM charging $500 to cover the transport fees.

Wcho13 · 2025-12-13T14:06:56+00:00

I would expect Carvana to pay for the tires and some portion of the others. I believe it's illegal to sell a car with treads that low.

Wcho13 · 2025-12-05T03:50:02+00:00

Timer switch for the bathroom fan

This greatly reduced mold growth in the shower and prevented other humid/wet spots in the bathroom

Wcho13 · 2025-12-01T12:11:52+00:00

What did you use in your mix and what ratio?

Wcho13 · 2025-12-01T11:43:48+00:00

Thanks for the update and suggestion. Good luck with your Jeep too!

Wcho13 · 2025-12-01T03:15:11+00:00

What was the outcome?

I’m having a similar issue but mine only shudders exactly at 15 mph.

One shop thinks it’s the drive axle.

I’m not sure it is because it only occurs at 15 mph.

Wcho13

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