JBA87
02-17-2018, 03:05 PM
What is the approximate install/labor cost for Stage 3 on the S6? Just looking for a ballpark figure of the time/cost to install all components.
Marc R
02-17-2018, 03:24 PM
Turbo's > approx 5 hours
Exhaust (incl downpipes) > 3 hours
Thisisnoise
02-17-2018, 04:42 PM
Also need intercooler
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OlyS6
02-18-2018, 11:20 AM
I've been quoted roughly $5k for total install/labor costs of downpipes, turbos, intercooler, and new plugs. I wound up just doing it all myself over time.
Most time quotes I've seen are about 5-6 hours for downpipes, 6-8 for turbos, and 3-4 for intercooler, which is the only one that requires bumper removal.
Even if it all took 20 hours of labor, the above quote is obviously quite high, which is why I went on my own.
If you are at all reasonably mechanically inclined, there are great threads here on AZ regarding the install of each of these components. The APR instructions for downpipes are very good, as are the AMS instructions for their intercooler. WhiteWhiteS7's thread on changing out the oil separator gives you all the info you need to be able to get to the turbos.
Also, you can download the shop manual for your car that has everything conceivable on it from AudiErwin.com Just get a one day $35 subscription and download all the documents you want.