Thanking you muchly

if it helps Paul W replaced it without removing the timing belt.
http://forums.quattroworld.com/a8/msgs/15075.phtml

Thanks Goran +++. I have the 32v so getting to it not a problem getting the bolts out is. I've ordered 2 new bolts and tomorrow i will take the cold chisel to it :hammer: i'm just hoping the head doesn't snap off or i'm screwed :(

Don't you mean bolted? :p

Hmmmmm :rolleyes:

Well i got them out with a cold chisel and hammer result. New thermostat in all put back together topped up with coolent and she's dripping. Strip down again today :mad:

Dezzy, Similar symptoms with mine; it was the sender - 5 minute job:)

Thanks mate i'll give her a go and see if the thermostat has fixed it if not sender +++ The thermostat that came out has audi on it so it's either original or someone replaced it with genuine parts.