QuickTime, AVI, Codec

Okay, so first off, I have searched and searched and searched for the answer to my question, but I haven't had any luck finding a resolution.
I downloaded some .avi files (and yes, I realize .avi files are the devil, so no need to harp). I was able to get the actual video playing in QuickTime by downloading a DivX codec that the QuicktTime site suggested. However, I have no sound.
And I realize this is pretty hit or miss regarding what codec I need, and I've downloaded a lot just to try. Nothing seems to be working though.
So as someone else suggested I went ahead and downloaded Perian, however still no sound.
I got info on the movie and under format it says:
, 704 x 400, Millions
'ms ', Stereo, 48.000 kHz
So I'm hoping someone can suggest something else to try, or at least advise me if I should just trash these avi files (although, I'd really rather not) and forget about it.
And, one other question, even if there's no sound in QuickTime due to codecs, if I were to burn these files to a DVD does anyone know if there would be sound for the finished disk?
Thanks in advance for the helpful, relevant answers.
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