StoneCarbon2009 EBay RS Grille install

[AudiC7Owners]

Thread Edit: This thread started off asking about how to install this part, but I've created an actual install thread you can find here:

https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/845689-DIY-C7-A6-Front-Bumper-Removal-amp-StoneCarbon2009-RS6-Style-Grille-Install-(Video)

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[craq76]

Did you order the stonecarbon grill with front camera pre-mounted?? The mount is really ugly wish I would have tried to mount the OEM mount into the stonecarbon grill

[EstorilBlueTT]

I had to trim the top of the grill (back side) and my bumper for it to fit


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[widebodyfx]

The OEM non RS camera mount is nowhere near the RS mesh mount.
https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v319/oc-rookie/Audi/S6_front_comp.jpg

Little better shot of the OEM RS camera mount.
https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v319/oc-rookie/Audi/OEM_RS_Grille.jpg

[SubaruSTI8]

106462

Pretty straight forward. Very easy.

[Smookes]

106462

Pretty straight forward. Very easy.

Can you post a link of the eBay vendor you bought it from?

[SubaruSTI8]

Can you post a link of the eBay vendor you bought it from?

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F30 1893097424

[AudiC7Owners]

106462

Pretty straight forward. Very easy.

Doesn't look like you have any cameras on there?

[gimpgutter]

I don't have any input for you, other than make sure you paint / wrap the crash bar behind the mesh. I've been told my numerous people that unless you do this, it sticks out like a sore thumb.

I'm looking forward to your video. I've been putting off doing the grille due to being sick and the weather, but I purchased a Stonecarbon one a few weeks ago. I was recently told my someone that it can be done in under an hour if your know what you are doing, about 3 hours for first go around.

[AudiC7Owners]

I don't have any input for you, other than make sure you paint / wrap the crash bar behind the mesh. I've been told my numerous people that unless you do this, it sticks out like a sore thumb.

I'm looking forward to your video. I've been putting off doing the grille due to being sick and the weather, but I purchased a Stonecarbon one a few weeks ago. I was recently told my someone that it can be done in under an hour if your know what you are doing, about 3 hours for first go around.

Yup, I'm definitely going to be spraying it black.

Hopefully We don't get rained out tomorrow... which unfortunately may happen

[AudiC7Owners]

Ok... Yesterday was a long day of installing this AND recording the entire process. Video is done, should be uploaded tomorrow night and I'll get it posted along with some notes on the install. Here are some pictures for now.

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[bpd]

Nice job! Hope its the same for 7.5.

[bpd]

106462

Pretty straight forward. Very easy.

Do you have any comments on your install since you have 7.5? Any modifications to make it fit or was it plug and play? Some say there are some minor issues getting the parking sensors to fit or install.

[SubaruSTI8]

Do you have any comments on your install since you have 7.5? Any modifications to make it fit or was it plug and play? Some say there are some minor issues getting the parking sensors to fit or install.

Everything was straight forward. Only modification I did was dremmel the license plate tabs and paint crash bar. Otherwise fitment is on point, sensors fit perfect no issues.

[AreL11]

Hey, where’s that video!?! I want to order one of these grills but I’m terrified to install it. Looks great btw.

[bthethy]

Hey, where’s that video!?! I want to order one of these grills but I’m terrified to install it. Looks great btw.

Same here. Got quoted £450 for supply & fit. Could save over £200 if I fit it myself.

Grill looks bad ass


A7 3.0tdi 272 Black Edition Mythos Black Tech pack

[AudiC7Owners]

Hey, where’s that video!?! I want to order one of these grills but I’m terrified to install it. Looks great btw.


Same here. Got quoted £450 for supply & fit. Could save over £200 if I fit it myself.

Grill looks bad ass


A7 3.0tdi 272 Black Edition Mythos Black Tech pack

Here you go, guys!

https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/845689-DIY-C7-A6-Front-Bumper-Removal-amp-StoneCarbon2009-RS6-Style-Grille-Install-(Video)

[2wookies]

Did you disconnect any sensors to do this? I've heard that the ACC system kinda freaks out if you do that.

[gimpgutter]

Did you disconnect any sensors to do this? I've heard that the ACC system kinda freaks out if you do that.

Yes, you need to in order to remove the bumper. I disconnected the battery like the video said and had no issues. I went for a test drive and turned on cruise control. No issues at all.

[AudiC7Owners]

Did you disconnect any sensors to do this? I've heard that the ACC system kinda freaks out if you do that.

Watch the video in the link posted above your post.


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[18a7]

I would like to do change the grill on our 2018 A7. I was told by the body shop that if they remove the bumper cover to do the grill install, they may have to recalibrate the adaptive cruise control. Has anyone had problems with their ACC after removing the bumper cover?
Also, I cannot seem to find a RS7 type grill that has a mount for the camera under the audi rings. I do not have night vision. The grill at stonecarbon 2009 specifies to have "professional glue" to mount that camera. Can anyone explain how they mounted the front camera?
Thank for your help!

[AudiC7Owners]

As long as you do not turn the car on while your cameras/sensors are unplugged, you should not have to recalibrate the ACC. That's why you unplug the battery in the beginning just to be safe.

[18a7]

Thank you! I went ahead and ordered a grill from Stonecarbon. Hopefully the install goes smoothly. He (Stonecarbon) did email me and ask if I had a camera under the Audi rings, so I hope the camera fits well?

[AudiC7Owners]

Thank you! I went ahead and ordered a grill from Stonecarbon. Hopefully the install goes smoothly. He (Stonecarbon) did email me and ask if I had a camera under the Audi rings, so I hope the camera fits well?

It won't. You will have to cut and modify like everyone else lol


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[tuscani66]

Not a StoneCarbon sold grill but mine came in today - $200 shipped, waiting for my CF lip to come in on Tuesday before I install both! It came with an RS7 badge and Euro front plate adapter which I already removed and I'll be using a Dremel to file down the 3 Euro plate mount points for a cleaner honeycomb as I don't need a front plate.
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[trav-0]

Not a StoneCarbon sold grill but mine came in today - $200 shipped, waiting for my CF lip to come in on Tuesday before I install both! It came with an RS7 badge and Euro front plate adapter which I already removed and I'll be using a Dremel to file down the 3 Euro plate mount points for a cleaner honeycomb as I don't need a front plate.
110341Where'd you get the lip from? I'm just searching options.

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[snohman]

Just ordered mine from stonecarbon - like others have already said very responsive and nailed everything I wanted. Also threw in both chrome and black rings without any additional cost. Can’t wait to install it!

[tuscani66]

Where'd you get the lip from? I'm just searching options.

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Here is a link:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/12-15-Audi-A7-S7-RS7-Quattro-Style-Front-Hex-Mesh-Grille-Gloss-Black-Badgeless/192746741646?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

Ordered on Tuesday and arrived on Saturday.

[trav-0]

Here is a link:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/12-15-Audi-A7-S7-RS7-Quattro-Style-Front-Hex-Mesh-Grille-Gloss-Black-Badgeless/192746741646?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

Ordered on Tuesday and arrived on Saturday.I was asking about the carbon fiber lip

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[bobby1216]

Just ordered mine from stonecarbon - like others have already said very responsive and nailed everything I wanted. Also threw in both chrome and black rings without any additional cost. Can’t wait to install it!

hows the quality? i look at the links from stonecarbon. and says it ships directly from China???

[A6sport]

I just don't understand how an owner of a car the cost 60 - 100k (A6, S6, A7, S7) would put a part, that is so integral to the brand, on that isn't OEM...Is it the 1700. that the grill costs? IMHO, it's no different than a woman wearing an LV knock off bag. However, I do also understand it's not my money and I'm not aware of other's situations.

https://media.fotki.com/2v2JdR9hnxuqEyP.jpg

[bobby1216]

I just don't understand how an owner of a car the cost 60 - 100k (A6, S6, A7, S7) would put a part, that is so integral to the brand, on that isn't OEM...Is it the 1700. that the grill costs? IMHO, it's no different than a woman wearing an LV knock off bag. However, I do also understand it's not my money and I'm not aware of other's situations.

I'm right there with you. my problem is I cant find an OEM one anywhere, been looking for weeks. best one I can find (as far as I can tell) is $400 one for Urotune, but it may be the exact same knock off stonecarbon has, just no way to tell. my local dealership is looking, but even they said go to Ebay. they have to match up VINs to an RS6 in Germany and get the grill shipped if they can find it.

[A6sport]

Reach out to Robert at BKS tuning or Alex at Euro price. Both can source OEM stuff from the UK and Germany, which both have the RS6 Avant in their markets.

[snohman]

Reach out to Robert at BKS tuning or Alex at Euro price. Both can source OEM stuff from the UK and Germany, which both have the RS6 Avant in their markets.
It’s pretty simple - $200 versus $1700. Based on quite a few members feedback the quality is decent considering it’s only $200 - why spend the $1500 additional just to know it’s OEM if you’re happy with the results? Besides, for $200 it’s a very reversible mod you can stomach eating to try. I honestly don’t get the hang up about having to be OEM. Would think you would be against people buying an RS grill for an S car in general then.

I’ve actually been looking for a year to find a black optics grille with just parking sensors, and I have had zero luck. Not going to spend $1100 for that either. I’d rather put the money towards wheels (first thing I did)) and an exhaust (patiently waiting on APR - can’t stomach paying $8k for the akra exhaust even tho that can be bought through Audi)).

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hows the quality? i look at the links from stonecarbon. and says it ships directly from China???
Haven’t received it yet but will chime in with my thoughts and a few photos once it does - expecting it to be lighter and not as great quality as OEM based on others feedback.

[bobby1216]

It’s pretty simple - $200 versus $1700. Based on quite a few members feedback the quality is decent considering it’s only $200 - why spend the $1500 additional just to know it’s OEM if you’re happy with the results? Besides, for $200 it’s a very reversible mod you can stomach eating to try. I honestly don’t get the hang up about having to be OEM. Would think you would be against people buying an RS grill for an S car in general then.

I’ve actually been looking for a year to find a black optics grille with just parking sensors, and I have had zero luck. Not going to spend $1100 for that either. I’d rather put the money towards wheels (first thing I did)) and an exhaust (patiently waiting on APR - can’t stomach paying $8k for the akra exhaust even tho that can be bought through Audi)).

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Haven’t received it yet but will chime in with my thoughts and a few photos once it does - expecting it to be lighter and not as great quality as OEM based on others feedback.

I just checked out europrice, they have that blackoptics one, and you can choose if you want just the camera or other options. price jumps to about $1800 though, doh!

I'd be real curious on your take of the quality. I cant seem to find many people saying bad things.

yes, if you can advise on the quality, I'd be very curious

[A6sport]

I'm just an OEM kinda guy. I try to stay as close as possible to OE/OEM parts, it's a personal thing for me. I'm certainly not knocking anyone who chooses to buy less expensive aftermarket bits.

[AudiC7Owners]

hows the quality? i look at the links from stonecarbon. and says it ships directly from China???

Quality is very good, especially for the price. It is a chinese knock off, and ships from china. It arrived from china to my doorstep in I think 7 days... maybe 9... can't exactly remember but it was pretty damn fast.


I just don't understand how an owner of a car the cost 60 - 100k (A6, S6, A7, S7) would put a part, that is so integral to the brand, on that isn't OEM...Is it the 1700. that the grill costs? IMHO, it's no different than a woman wearing an LV knock off bag. However, I do also understand it's not my money and I'm not aware of other's situations.


I'm right there with you. my problem is I cant find an OEM one anywhere, been looking for weeks. best one I can find (as far as I can tell) is $400 one for Urotune, but it may be the exact same knock off stonecarbon has, just no way to tell. my local dealership is looking, but even they said go to Ebay. they have to match up VINs to an RS6 in Germany and get the grill shipped if they can find it.


I'm just an OEM kinda guy. I try to stay as close as possible to OE/OEM parts, it's a personal thing for me. I'm certainly not knocking anyone who chooses to buy less expensive aftermarket bits.

That's fine if you have the dough and want to buy overpriced OEM equipment. But for 1700$ I could not only get an aftermarket grille that 90% of people won't notice a difference on, on top of getting the car tuned, and an intake.

Personally, I have a 7 month old baby boy and a wife who doesn't like me spending money on my car, so I have to win my battles where I can.

But there is no need to post in here bringing down people who choose to save some coin and buy an aftermarket part over paying for OEM (Which still requires modification to fit the non RS bumpers, just fyi). You may not have meant to come across as being snobby, but it's definitely how it came off.

[daytona rs7]

For anyone looking, I'm selling an OEM c7.5 rs7 grille (no quattro script), aluminum color frame. Check the classifieds.
Should fit any a7/s7.

Still going to be more than stonecarbon grille, but I'll sell for a much better price than 1700 msrp and you'll have OEM quality.

[bobby1216]

Quality is very good, especially for the price. It is a chinese knock off, and ships from china. It arrived from china to my doorstep in I think 7 days... maybe 9... can't exactly remember but it was pretty damn fast.







That's fine if you have the dough and want to buy overpriced OEM equipment. But for 1700$ I could not only get an aftermarket grille that 90% of people won't notice a difference on, on top of getting the car tuned, and an intake.

Personally, I have a 7 month old baby boy and a wife who doesn't like me spending money on my car, so I have to win my battles where I can.

But there is no need to post in here bringing down people who choose to save some coin and buy an aftermarket part over paying for OEM (Which still requires modification to fit the non RS bumpers, just fyi). You may not have meant to come across as being snobby, but it's definitely how it came off.
good to know it's of good quality, it looks amazing. I don't think either of us meant to be snobby, just opinions. I think I might try to stone carbon option, I just cant find a bad review and it looks so dang nice for the money! also good to hear it ships quick, was nervous if I went that route it'd take months to ship. not to mention it frees up alot to do other things :) now I'm stuck on doing stage 1 or jumping to stage 2, ugh!

[AudiC7Owners]

good to know it's of good quality, it looks amazing. I don't think either of us meant to be snobby, just opinions. I think I might try to stone carbon option, I just cant find a bad review and it looks so dang nice for the money! also good to hear it ships quick, was nervous if I went that route it'd take months to ship. not to mention it frees up alot to do other things :) now I'm stuck on doing stage 1 or jumping to stage 2, ugh!

No worries. If you didn't watch it yet, check out my other thread and install video. it will show you the details on installing one.

https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/845689-DIY-C7-A6-Front-Bumper-Removal-amp-StoneCarbon2009-RS6-Style-Grille-Install-(Video)

[snohman]

I'm just an OEM kinda guy. I try to stay as close as possible to OE/OEM parts, it's a personal thing for me. I'm certainly not knocking anyone who chooses to buy less expensive aftermarket bits.
I didn’t take any offense - to each their own and as long as we keep all options discussed it makes for a better community.

[snohman]

good to know it's of good quality, it looks amazing. I don't think either of us meant to be snobby, just opinions. I think I might try to stone carbon option, I just cant find a bad review and it looks so dang nice for the money! also good to hear it ships quick, was nervous if I went that route it'd take months to ship. not to mention it frees up alot to do other things :) now I'm stuck on doing stage 1 or jumping to stage 2, ugh!

Just got it delivered - very quick considering I ordered it ten days ago. Initial thoughts are it’s lighter than the OEM platinum grill but the quality is great. Was worried it may have a flimsy feel but it definitely doesn’t. Will Dremel out the two license plate holes and install this week as well. After having three different black optic grilles shipped and returned - I am very happy with this one (black trim with Quattro logo, no camera cutouts).

[bobby1216]

Just got it delivered - very quick considering I ordered it ten days ago. Initial thoughts are it’s lighter than the OEM platinum grill but the quality is great. Was worried it may have a flimsy feel but it definitely doesn’t. Will Dremel out the two license plate holes and install this week as well. After having three different black optic grilles shipped and returned - I am very happy with this one (black trim with Quattro logo, no camera cutouts).

share some pictures please, I am likely ordering in the next few weeks.

[snohman]

I’ll take a few tomorrow of it out the box

[Blkdoutv]

Pics? [emoji120]


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[snohman]

Sorry for the delay - few pics below, installing Wednesday. Again quality for the price is great - know another member had to dremel some of the inside frame for a pre facelift S6 while the A6 has no issues. I didn’t like that the license plate holder came screwed in which you can see the small holes - def ask for that not to come on since it’s a euro plate holder anyway.

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[Blkdoutv]

Looks good! I’m ordering one for my S6 and another one for my SQ. I’ll share when they come. These are not coming from stone carbon. 🤞 this works...


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[SubaruSTI8]

Side question, what are you guys using to paint crash bar? Mine is starting to flake already!

[Blkdoutv]

I might try some high temp stuff....maybe that’ll stay on longer


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[bobby1216]

Looks good! I’m ordering one for my S6 and another one for my SQ. I’ll share when they come. These are not coming from stone carbon. 🤞 this works...


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who are you ordering from? was gonna get a stone carbon for my S6, but haven't ordered yet.

[bobby1216]

Sorry for the delay - few pics below, installing Wednesday. Again quality for the price is great - know another member had to dremel some of the inside frame for a pre facelift S6 while the A6 has no issues. I didn’t like that the license plate holder came screwed in which you can see the small holes - def ask for that not to come on since it’s a euro plate holder anyway.

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thanks for sharing! is there any mesh behind the rings, or anything at all behind the rings?

[snohman]

thanks for sharing! is there any mesh behind the rings, or anything at all behind the rings?
No mesh - one of the main differences with OEM is that it’s a solid plastic thin piece between the rings.

[Blkdoutv]

who are you ordering from? was gonna get a stone carbon for my S6, but haven't ordered yet.

I’m ordering from China, on Alibaba.com. Got an rsq5 and and rs6 grille for $370 shipped.


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[JakesAudiA7]

works well if you dont have the front camera, or PDC.... i have both and this was hell to swap over no S7 (7.5) parts fit, to much cutting to make it fit.... I have a grill right now in my Garage if anyone wants to buy it... Quattro /Grill.

[18a7]

Is anyone else having trouble with the crash bar flaking after they paint it? I wouldn’t think high temp would be necessary. I wonder if ordering the rs7 crash bar cover would make more sense?

[gimpgutter]

Is anyone else having trouble with the crash bar flaking after they paint it? I wouldn’t think high temp would be necessary. I wonder if ordering the rs7 crash bar cover would make more sense?

I have not yet. I used about 6-7 coats of Plastidip on mine. I made sure to thoroughly clean the crash bar with brake cleaner to remove any existing dirt / grime. I also made sure to keep the paint inside. It was a little cold to apply paint, but I kept the can at 70 deg F in the house between coats.

[AudiC7Owners]

Is anyone else having trouble with the crash bar flaking after they paint it? I wouldn’t think high temp would be necessary. I wonder if ordering the rs7 crash bar cover would make more sense?

As gimpgutter did, I prepped my bar pretty well and used a primer/paint combo spray. It's only been about a month but there isn't any sign of chipping at all. I'm going to be removing the bumper and crash bar soon to install my heat exchanger, so I'll look to see the shape it's in then.

If it is chipping, I might wire wheel it off completely and vinyl wrap it black instead.

[SubaruSTI8]

Is anyone else having trouble with the crash bar flaking after they paint it? I wouldn’t think high temp would be necessary. I wonder if ordering the rs7 crash bar cover would make more sense?

yes been about 2 months and its really bad

[Horti Kris]

Is anyone else having trouble with the crash bar flaking after they paint it? I wouldn’t think high temp would be necessary. I wonder if ordering the rs7 crash bar cover would make more sense?
Mine flaked pretty bad with flexible primer/ paint. plasti dip or truck bed liner is a better option.

[snohman]

Just put it on this weekend - initially I thought it was too glossy but after a day or so I am really liking it. For those that may care, also took a photo showing the front side grilles which has a slightly different mesh size as well as the Quattro portion of the grille. Car needs a wash and yes I need to paint those parking sensors!!

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[0hmyg]

Just put it on this weekend - initially I thought it was too glossy but after a day or so I am really liking it. For those that may care, also took a photo showing the front side grilles which has a slightly different mesh size as well as the Quattro portion of the grille. Car needs a wash and yes I need to paint those parking sensors!!


Does your grill have the screws for the license plate holder?

[snohman]

Does your grill have the screws for the license plate holder?
Yes but it’s only a euro style plate. Most people have had to jury rig a solution if you want to mount a plate. I’ll see how long I can go - CA not exactly friendly on that.

[DoItAllGarage]

Looks good!

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[bobby1216]

wow, looks great! what did you end up putting behind the Audi rings? I think originally the space was open, now looks filled in?

[snohman]

wow, looks great! what did you end up putting behind the Audi rings? I think originally the space was open, now looks filled in?
Thanks! The space was always filled in for the grille - I believe the OEM has more of a mesh style while the stonecarbon has a solid piece behind the rings. May look different as i put in my black rings over the chrome ones he provided.



Looks good!

Thanks! I was def on the fence but my struggle to find a reasonably priced OEM black optics grille took me in this direction.

[snohman]

yes been about 2 months and its really bad
Mines already nearly all chipped away now lol - should have done more initially. Will try layers of plastidip next...

[Blkdoutv]

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Vinyl wrapped the crash bar. No issues


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[Patrick303]

Just an FYI for everyone buying the quattro grill from StoneCarbon. I've had mine installed for a few months and recently noticed that the 3 tiny screws that secure the "quattro" badge to the grill rusted really badly. I swapped them out with stainless screws. May want to do the same before the rust potentially stains it.

[snohman]

thanks for the tips - will try vinyl wrap and get new screws...would suck for that portion to get rusted over

[AudiC7Owners]

Just an FYI for everyone buying the quattro grill from StoneCarbon. I've had mine installed for a few months and recently noticed that the 3 tiny screws that secure the "quattro" badge to the grill rusted really badly. I swapped them out with stainless screws. May want to do the same before the rust potentially stains it.

I've had mine for about two months and they look great. I'll keep an eye on them though


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[18a7]

I have a newly purchased 2018 A7. The body shop I use finally had some time to install the Stonecarbon grill I purchased. I stopped by there today and they showed me a dark gray styrofoam impact absorber that attaches in front of the metal crash reinforcement bar. We decided we would use a spray can to paint the styrofoam gloss black. Then the body shop called me late in the day and said there is a part of the bumper that will need to be trimmed in order for the aftermarket grill to fit, and then warned me if I go back to the original grill, I would need to order a entire new bumper cover due to the trimmed part no longer fitting the original grill. Ughh. Body shop sent a couple of photos showing the problem behind the grill, but I couldn’t really see much. Anyone else with a 2018 having similar problems? I’m going to stop by the body shop in the morning and see how much they need to trim in order for the aftermarket grill to fit.

[bthethy]

I have a newly purchased 2018 A7. The body shop I use finally had some time to install the Stonecarbon grill I purchased. I stopped by there today and they showed me a dark gray styrofoam impact absorber that attaches in front of the metal crash reinforcement bar. We decided we would use a spray can to paint the styrofoam gloss black. Then the body shop called me late in the day and said there is a part of the bumper that will need to be trimmed in order for the aftermarket grill to fit, and then warned me if I go back to the original grill, I would need to order a entire new bumper cover due to the trimmed part no longer fitting the original grill. Ughh. Body shop sent a couple of photos showing the problem behind the grill, but I couldn’t really see much. Anyone else with a 2018 having similar problems? I’m going to stop by the body shop in the morning and see how much they need to trim in order for the aftermarket grill to fit.

Look at the 1st post there is a link to another thread with a video install of the grill. I’m sure they talk about some trimming.


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[18a7]

Thanks. I believe the trimming he referenced was to the aftermarket grill to fit the front camera.

[daytona rs7]

I have a newly purchased 2018 A7. The body shop I use finally had some time to install the Stonecarbon grill I purchased. I stopped by there today and they showed me a dark gray styrofoam impact absorber that attaches in front of the metal crash reinforcement bar. We decided we would use a spray can to paint the styrofoam gloss black. Then the body shop called me late in the day and said there is a part of the bumper that will need to be trimmed in order for the aftermarket grill to fit, and then warned me if I go back to the original grill, I would need to order a entire new bumper cover due to the trimmed part no longer fitting the original grill. Ughh. Body shop sent a couple of photos showing the problem behind the grill, but I couldn’t really see much. Anyone else with a 2018 having similar problems? I’m going to stop by the body shop in the morning and see how much they need to trim in order for the aftermarket grill to fit.

Ive got an OEM RS7 grille for sale. avoid these problems and buy OEM.
the ebay grille will save a couple hundred on now, but you'll pay thousands later if you need to go back to stock.

[gimpgutter]

Don't know how it is on the C7.5 A7, but on my S6, I trimmed the cheap ebay grille, not the bumper. I can go back to stock any time for the price of an OEM grille.

[snohman]

Don't know how it is on the C7.5 A7, but on my S6, I trimmed the cheap ebay grille, not the bumper. I can go back to stock any time for the price of an OEM grille.
Same - adjustments only to the stonecarbon grill

[18a7]

Thx for responses. They did end up trimming the grill as you guys mentioned, so could go back to stock if needed. Also left the styrofoam absorber off as that would have to be trimmed also. I would have considered oem rs7 grill, but it was my understanding that the mounting points don’t match up to the A7 bumper cover.

[egli05]

Did anyone with this grill or similar grill with smaller mesh in between the audi rings find a way to make it work with night vision?

[AudiC7Owners]

Did anyone with this grill or similar grill with smaller mesh in between the audi rings find a way to make it work with night vision?

Click the link in the first post and watch the video. They make the grille with a night vision holder


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[tuscani66]

Did anyone with this grill or similar grill with smaller mesh in between the audi rings find a way to make it work with night vision?

Yes, I posted earlier showing pictures; they make a grill with each option/combinations you need but the prices fluctuated so much when I was looking - when it came time for me to pull the trigger I could not find the one with the options I needed (front camera, parking sensors, night vision, lower "quattro" section) so I found the parking sensor and Quattro and purchased it for $200 shipped (took about 4 days or so).

I spent a bit over an hour cutting, sanding, grinding, etc to make it fit but I got it all to fit:
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[VR2V8]

I'm interested in doing a stonecarbon grille because of all of the confirmed quality and fitment, but not having any luck finding one available on Ebay in the configuration I need. It seems every item from this seller has the camera mount.

I need:
1) C7.5 version for my 2018
2) Black
3) Quattro lower
4) No camera mount
5) No night vision
6) No plate holder or mounting points

I also have a couple of questions:
1) Does the stonecarbon grille have the smaller mesh behind the rings or just the plain black plastic "pockets"?
2) How do my parking sensors attach to the new grille? Snap right in?
3) Are these available with a gloss black frame, but matte black mesh? I think that would look so much better than gloss mesh.
4) I think it comes with black rings, but would my factory chrome rings fit perfectly? I like the contrast.
5) Is it easy to transfer my S6 badge to it, or do I need to get creative to get it mounted?

[Vinng86]

1) Mine came with plain black (matched my stock grille)
2) Snap in, although curiously mine had to be rotated 180 degrees. Still worked for me
3) I think it's only in gloss black, as it's meant to be an RS6 replica
4) You can ask for the chrome rings instead of black. I didn't have to take out and transfer my rings at all which was nice
5) Not sure if you can transfer but my grille came with extra letters to mount on as RS6 or S6

[zabds319]

I'm interested in doing a stonecarbon grille because of all of the confirmed quality and fitment, but not having any luck finding one available on Ebay in the configuration I need. It seems every item from this seller has the camera mount.

I need:
1) C7.5 version for my 2018
2) Black
3) Quattro lower
4) No camera mount
5) No night vision
6) No plate holder or mounting points

I also have a couple of questions:
1) Does the stonecarbon grille have the smaller mesh behind the rings or just the plain black plastic "pockets"?
2) How do my parking sensors attach to the new grille? Snap right in?
3) Are these available with a gloss black frame, but matte black mesh? I think that would look so much better than gloss mesh.
4) I think it comes with black rings, but would my factory chrome rings fit perfectly? I like the contrast.
5) Is it easy to transfer my S6 badge to it, or do I need to get creative to get it mounted?

Got one from Stonecarbon. To answer your questions directly:
1) black “pockets”
2) snap in no issues
3) I didn’t ask. Mesh is gloss on mine
4) I asked for black rings as I have blackout badges. The default was chrome. I specified black and got a response immediately that they would send both. Really quite good service for a china-knockoff company
5) I got creative with my s7 mount, this is the only thing not plug-and-play

I got this 5 days after ordering. From China. Astounding.

This took me 1 hour of work and I am not handy with cars. The whole project was longer only due to painting the crash bar (with pickup bed-liner spray paint). I did not unplug the battery. If I can do this mod ANYONE can.

I compared to my buddy with an RS7 and the (superficial) quality is identical. I obvsiously can’t speak to durability as I installed 2 weeks ago.

[SubaruSTI8]

I'm interested in doing a stonecarbon grille because of all of the confirmed quality and fitment, but not having any luck finding one available on Ebay in the configuration I need. It seems every item from this seller has the camera mount.

I need:
1) C7.5 version for my 2018
2) Black
3) Quattro lower
4) No camera mount
5) No night vision
6) No plate holder or mounting points

I also have a couple of questions:
1) Does the stonecarbon grille have the smaller mesh behind the rings or just the plain black plastic "pockets"?
2) How do my parking sensors attach to the new grille? Snap right in?
3) Are these available with a gloss black frame, but matte black mesh? I think that would look so much better than gloss mesh.
4) I think it comes with black rings, but would my factory chrome rings fit perfectly? I like the contrast.
5) Is it easy to transfer my S6 badge to it, or do I need to get creative to get it mounted?

Questions 1-6 see pic below.
2) Parking sensors plug right in.
3) if you message him and tell him exactly what you want he will customize to your liking. I did have to dremmel the plate holder holes.
4) you can tell him which ever color you want
5) he sent me with badge. See pic below.

Grille is solid. Has been on the car for 3 months no issues. I also wrapped my crash bar.



122872

[VR2V8]

1) Mine came with plain black (matched my stock grille)
2) Snap in, although curiously mine had to be rotated 180 degrees. Still worked for me
3) I think it's only in gloss black, as it's meant to be an RS6 replica
4) You can ask for the chrome rings instead of black. I didn't have to take out and transfer my rings at all which was nice
5) Not sure if you can transfer but my grille came with extra letters to mount on as RS6 or S6
Got one from Stonecarbon. To answer your questions directly:
1) black “pockets”
2) snap in no issues
3) I didn’t ask. Mesh is gloss on mine
4) I asked for black rings as I have blackout badges. The default was chrome. I specified black and got a response immediately that they would send both. Really quite good service for a china-knockoff company
5) I got creative with my s7 mount, this is the only thing not plug-and-play

I got this 5 days after ordering. From China. Astounding.

This took me 1 hour of work and I am not handy with cars. The whole project was longer only due to painting the crash bar (with pickup bed-liner spray paint). I did not unplug the battery. If I can do this mod ANYONE can.

I compared to my buddy with an RS7 and the (superficial) quality is identical. I obvsiously can’t speak to durability as I installed 2 weeks ago.
Questions 1-6 see pic below.
2) Parking sensors plug right in.
3) if you message him and tell him exactly what you want he will customize to your liking. I did have to dremmel the plate holder holes.
4) you can tell him which ever color you want
5) he sent me with badge. See pic below.

Grille is solid. Has been on the car for 3 months no issues. I also wrapped my crash bar.



122872Thank you all. I guess I just have to keep checking and wait until he posts one for sale in my configuration.

[digdah]

Thanks to this thread I ordered mine and now patiently waiting for it to arrive. I am very confident I will be able to use the information in here to put it on myself. Good excuse to take a day off from work haha.

[snohman]

Just an FYI for everyone buying the quattro grill from StoneCarbon. I've had mine installed for a few months and recently noticed that the 3 tiny screws that secure the "quattro" badge to the grill rusted really badly. I swapped them out with stainless screws. May want to do the same before the rust potentially stains it.
Appreciate the heads up - just noticed mine rusting and swapped out too

[bpd]

I'm interested in doing a stonecarbon grille because of all of the confirmed quality and fitment, but not having any luck finding one available on Ebay in the configuration I need. It seems every item from this seller has the camera mount.

I need:
1) C7.5 version for my 2018
2) Black
3) Quattro lower
4) No camera mount
5) No night vision
6) No plate holder or mounting points

I also have a couple of questions:
1) Does the stonecarbon grille have the smaller mesh behind the rings or just the plain black plastic "pockets"?
2) How do my parking sensors attach to the new grille? Snap right in?
3) Are these available with a gloss black frame, but matte black mesh? I think that would look so much better than gloss mesh.
4) I think it comes with black rings, but would my factory chrome rings fit perfectly? I like the contrast.
5) Is it easy to transfer my S6 badge to it, or do I need to get creative to get it mounted?

You should just ask the Stonecarbon the spec you want. Im sure they will tell if they will accommadate. Someone is selling their's on the Classifieds and you might ask them if those items are optional to install.

[VR2V8]

You should just ask the Stonecarbon the spec you want. Im sure they will tell if they will accommadate. Someone is selling their's on the Classifieds and you might ask them if those items are optional to install.Thanks, but the one in the classifieds has the front camera mount already and also equipped for night vision so it has the extra "hole" in the rings. Both are dealbreakers for me.

[VR2V8]

.....


122872Is this picture of a stonecarbon grille? I see the smaller mesh behind your rings but I thought the stonecarbon grilles were solid plastic "pockets".

[SubaruSTI8]

Is this picture of a stonecarbon grille? I see the smaller mesh behind your rings but I thought the stonecarbon grilles were solid plastic "pockets".

Yes this is stone carbon. I messaged him and customizes everything from colors, to features, to the badges

[zabds319]

Thanks, but the one in the classifieds has the front camera mount already and also equipped for night vision so it has the extra "hole" in the rings. Both are dealbreakers for me.

Go find one from Stonecarbon on eBay that is close to your desired specs. Send him a message with what you want exactly. I’m guessing he will tell you to buy the one you’re looking at and he will modify/accommodate readily. I didn’t know you could get the mesh behind the rings, that’s great.

[VR2V8]

Thank you guys again. I guess it's time to make a new Ebay account...

[VR2V8]

My grille arrived today.

Fyi to those who needed to swap to stainless screws on the quattro lettering....there must have been a redesign. There are no screws anymore. The quattro script just clips on now.

Also, did anyone else receive a set of the larger trunk sized S6 badges? They were thrown in loose in the bottom of the box. Not sure why.

[digdah]

My grille arrived today.

Fyi to those who needed to swap to stainless screws on the quattro lettering....there must have been a redesign. There are no screws anymore. The quattro script just clips on now.

Also, did anyone else receive a set of the larger trunk sized S6 badges? They were thrown in loose in the bottom of the box. Not sure why.I think the additional stuff is to create your own front badge.

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[VR2V8]

I think the additional stuff is to create your own front badge.

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[bpd]

Sounds like a gift. Let us know the install experience.

[gkott78]

I just ordered an RS6 style grill off ebay, and then found your video after when researching the bumper take off. I'll post pics when it comes in. Luckily (but enviously), I don't have the adaptive cruise control, front camera, or headlight washers. So my install should be a breeze.

[AudiC7Owners]

I just ordered an RS6 style grill off ebay, and then found your video after when researching the bumper take off. I'll post pics when it comes in. Luckily (but enviously), I don't have the adaptive cruise control, front camera, or headlight washers. So my install should be a breeze.

Yep... you should have no issues at all. The grille itself fits perfectly.

[BB c7]

Thread Edit: This thread started off asking about how to install this part, but I've created an actual install thread you can find here:

https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/845689-DIY-C7-A6-Front-Bumper-Removal-amp-StoneCarbon2009-RS6-Style-Grille-Install-(Video)

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Hi i have question. According to ebay it will fit 2013-2015 model. But I have 2012 model a6 prestige here in USA. Which is looks exactly same as 2013-15 models. My question is it would fit in my car right ? Don you know anything about it ? I will also link the ebay link. Thank you.
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F30 1572506849


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[AudiC7Owners]

Hi i have question. According to ebay it will fit 2013-2015 model. But I have 2012 model a6 prestige here in USA. Which is looks exactly same as 2013-15 models. My question is it would fit in my car right ? Don you know anything about it ? I will also link the ebay link. Thank you.
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F30 1572506849


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As long as you have a c7 that will work.

[BB c7]

As long as you have a c7 that will work.

Awesome. Thats what I thought. Thank you.


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[gkott78]

Got my grill on Friday. Anxiously awaiting having the time to install it. It looks absolutely perfect. Pics coming.

[Marcothelab]

Anyone try this on a 16 s7?


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[gkott78]

Finally got around to installing today. Fit absolutely perfect, no issues what so ever.

[VR2V8]

I've had mine almost a month now, and I still haven't gotten around to installing it.

I need to dremel off the 3 europlate mounting points first.

And I'm not happy with the quality of the S6 badge so i have to figure out something for that. The plastic base is RS6 width instead of S6 width, so the S sits on a hump and doesn't sit flat, the red is too small doesn't fill everywhere it is supposed to, and the 6 is crooked. Badgeless is not an option for me. Does anyone know if my factory S6 badge will mount properly on this grille?

[MoJo S6]

Do you have a factory front parking camera and we’re you able to install it on the new grille?


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[MoJo S6]

Whoops just saw your pics. No camera. Sorry


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[Orch]

The only thing putting me off mod this is the front parking camera mount. How much of a faff is getting it to fit?

[gkott78]

Sorry guys I am not sure about the camera. Mine is an A6 premium plus. The only sensors I had to worry about were front parking and they clipped right in. Also I dont believe mine came from Stone Carbon. Different ebay seller but same item.

[QuattroNewb]

The only thing putting me off mod this is the front parking camera mount. How much of a faff is getting it to fit?

I see that they sell a version that comes with a front camera holder/mount, but are people having purported fitment challenges with this grill and cars that have front cameras?

[Orch]

I see that they sell a version that comes with a front camera holder/mount, but are people having purported fitment challenges with this grill and cars that have front cameras?

Yeh if you watch the install video linked to on the 1st post of this thread, the camera holder doesn't fit and needs chopping out. Doesn't show the eventual fitting of the camera though so worries me that I could lose hours and end up with something that looks fudged.

[AudiC7Owners]

Yeh if you watch the install video linked to on the 1st post of this thread, the camera holder doesn't fit and needs chopping out. Doesn't show the eventual fitting of the camera though so worries me that I could lose hours and end up with something that looks fudged.

I'll take a picture tomorrow, but it's not very noticeable.

[Vinng86]

I got a picture right now:

https://i.imgur.com/5RuXd2c.jpg

I was going to cut the old camera cover and glue it on but just haven't gotten around to it.

[AudiC7Owners]

Yup. Looks exactly like that. I was going to try to retrofit the camera cover as well, but it would look horrible no matter what compared to just leaving it off. I think you would need the OEM RS camera cover for it to look clean, but you can't buy one of those without buying the OEM grille.

[Sfielding75]

Ive got an OEM RS7 grille for sale. avoid these problems and buy OEM.
the ebay grille will save a couple hundred on now, but you'll pay thousands later if you need to go back to stock.Did you already sell your RS7 grille?

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[Vinng86]

Yup. Looks exactly like that. I was going to try to retrofit the camera cover as well, but it would look horrible no matter what compared to just leaving it off. I think you would need the OEM RS camera cover for it to look clean, but you can't buy one of those without buying the OEM grille.

Yeah, the bottom of mine is perfectly shaped around the license plate holder which is annoying. I'm not sure if the OEM RS camera cover would work either, since it looks like it's hexagonal to perfectly fill in one of the hexagons on the grille

[Orch]

Ok that looks pretty good. How did you get the camera to actually mount?

[Vinng86]

Ok that looks pretty good. How did you get the camera to actually mount?

The front camera has a mounting bracket that attaches to the back of the ring "cups" on the OEM grille. You reuse this same bracket on the new grille which has mounting holes in the same position

[Orch]

The front camera has a mounting bracket that attaches to the back of the ring "cups" on the OEM grille. You reuse this same bracket on the new grille which has mounting holes in the same position

Ahh ok I see. So the cutting is just to make room for the camera unit to fit through the mesh?

[Vinng86]

Ahh ok I see. So the cutting is just to make room for the camera unit to fit through the mesh?

Yeah, because the provided camera cover is mounted too low under the rings. It's supposed to be immediately underneath the rings

[Orch]

Yeah, because the provided camera cover is mounted too low under the rings. It's supposed to be immediately underneath the rings

Gotcha. Thanks for your help!

[digdah]

So I got mine installed today and have some questions...
(i) For those with the front parking camera how did you get the front cover to mount? Eboxy...hot glue?
(ii) The quattro sign is too bright for my taste. Any suggestions on how to darken it without making it get lost completely?
(iii) What are you using to paint the sensors?

Overall, for the price I am very pleased with my purchase. It really transforms the car to what for me it should look like leaving the factory.

[AudiC7Owners]

So I got mine installed today and have some questions...
(i) For those with the front parking camera how did you get the front cover to mount? Eboxy...hot glue?
(ii) The quattro sign is too bright for my taste. Any suggestions on how to darken it without making it get lost completely?
(iii) What are you using to paint the sensors?

Overall, for the price I am very pleased with my purchase. It really transforms the car to what for me it should look like leaving the factory.

Most just leave it off. It's not noticeable. To retrofit it to work just doesn't work very well.

Take it off and paint it?

Luckily the A6 sensors are black... maybe look for some sensors online for sale? I know the S6 sensors are a grey color... not sure how i'd feel about painting them.

[Vinng86]

You should be able to prime/paint/clear with regular automotive paint. I think someone on this forum did that already. Maybe avoid pearl effect and lead based paint just in case.

[overclocked]

Have been thinking of getting this after much debate over whether I want aftermarket or OEM. Eventually the cost savings won out.

I have adaptive cruise control but no night vision. Does that mean I don’t have cameras but just parking sensors?


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[VR2V8]

Have been thinking of getting this after much debate over whether I want aftermarket or OEM. Eventually the cost savings won out.

I have adaptive cruise control but no night vision. Does that mean I don’t have cameras but just parking sensors?


Sent from my iPhone using Audizine (http://r.tapatalk.com/byo?rid=87676)I was leaning toward an OEM RS6 grille until I found out that NONE of the screws line up to the S6 bumper. People use it anyway without the screws, but if I'm paying that kind of price everything must line up 100% and require no trimming whatsoever. So I went with StoneCarbon.

I have a Premium Plus S6 so I have no front camera, and no night vision option.

Adaptive cruise control is unrelated. I believe the front camera comes with Parking System Plus (Standard with Prestige).

[digdah]

Have been thinking of getting this after much debate over whether I want aftermarket or OEM. Eventually the cost savings won out.

I have adaptive cruise control but no night vision. Does that mean I don’t have cameras but just parking sensors?


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https://www.audiworld.com/forums/attachments/a6-c7-platform-discussion-194/81830d1501520775-front-camera-damage-img_0857_zps9da9f613.jpg

These are all the cameras you can have. Look at your front for reference. I am concerned about how to put the cover on the front view camera. I think i will mess with epoxy.

[overclocked]

Thank you for the explanation and pictures. I don’t have any of those. Mine is a premium plus with adaptive cruise control. Here’s my current grille


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[overclocked]

I was leaning toward an OEM RS6 grille until I found out that NONE of the screws line up to the S6 bumper. People use it anyway without the screws, but if I'm paying that kind of price everything must line up 100% and require no trimming whatsoever. So I went with StoneCarbon.

I have a Premium Plus S6 so I have no front camera, and no night vision option.

Adaptive cruise control is unrelated. I believe the front camera comes with Parking System Plus (Standard with Prestige).

Wow that’s not worth it then, I was not aware of that, agree it’s got to fit flawlessly for that price.


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[overclocked]

Dealer quoted $1100 for the grille install, said the acc had to be recalibrated.

Local body shop said 3-5 hours at $60 per hour for the install.


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[VR2V8]

Dealer quoted $1100 for the grille install, said the acc had to be recalibrated.

Local body shop said 3-5 hours at $60 per hour for the install.


Sent from my iPhone using Audizine (http://r.tapatalk.com/byo?rid=87676)Your dealer is full of crap...

I haven't gotten around to installing mine yet, but I can't imagine it taking more than an hour or two.

[AudiC7Owners]

You guys should watch the install video...


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[AudiC7Owners]

Dealer quoted $1100 for the grille install, said the acc had to be recalibrated.

Local body shop said 3-5 hours at $60 per hour for the install.


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It over hundred percent does not need to be calibrated as long as you leave the battery unplugged until you have the m sensors and cameras all plugged back in.

But 3-5 hours isn't a bad quote. You have to remove the bumper and retrofit some things.

Watch the install video. It will give you a better idea.


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[overclocked]

Thanks. Yes am watching the video now. But I neither have jacks nor am I handy with tools[wrench]. I would'nt trust myself with even working on a used Honda Civic let alone an almost new S6.

[bozack]

Ok dumb question non what the front camera package is part of?
I have a Prestige but don't have the adaptive cruise package, is that what the front camera is tied to?

[AudiC7Owners]

Ok dumb question non what the front camera package is part of?
I have a Prestige but don't have the adaptive cruise package, is that what the front camera is tied to?

No. The front camera is a parking aid only. The ACC package uses radar sensors behind the rear view mirror and in the bumper.

[SpectreGadget]

No. The front camera is a parking aid only. The ACC package uses radar sensors behind the rear view mirror and in the bumper.

The radar sensors (2) are in the front bumper. The ACC system also requires the use of the camera behind the rear view mirror. I know because the cable between the camera and image processor module went bad, and ACC (and Audi Braking Guard) were unavailable until I replaced it.

[bozack]

ah ok, Thanks.
It must be part of the Driver Assistance plus package then with the top view camera etc, which looks like is the only option I do not have.
Now I know which grill I need at least.

[dcarlson01]

My grille arrived today.

Fyi to those who needed to swap to stainless screws on the quattro lettering....there must have been a redesign. There are no screws anymore. The quattro script just clips on now.

Also, did anyone else receive a set of the larger trunk sized S6 badges? They were thrown in loose in the bottom of the box. Not sure why.

Any images of your letters. Just ordered mine and it has screws

[VR2V8]

Any images of your letters. Just ordered mine and it has screws

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[digdah]

If you have cameras in the front it will take you more than an hour or two unless you have taken the bumper off before and are super fast at dremeling.

[zabds319]

ACC doesn’t need to be recalibrated if you don’t turn the car on while things are unplugged. 3 hours isn’t crazy, for you, but I think a dealer would be faster than me, and mine was well under 2 hours. I also know nothing about cars and am not particularly handy with many tools. It’s not like you’re installing downpipes, this is something that anyone can do.

[dcarlson01]

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Thank you. Odd that they are still sending them with screws still if they have updated them. I will have to make sure I get some stainless screws.

[VR2V8]

Thank you. Odd that they are still sending them with screws still if they have updated them. I will have to make sure I get some stainless screws.Now that I think about it more, the version with the screws could actually be the revision and mine could be older. It seems most people have the cameras, so those sell more often. I don't so maybe mine sat around unsold longer.

[VR2V8]

I finally got around to installing mine yesterday. This thread was a huge help, thanks. It's the first time I've removed the bumper on this car, but I've removed many Audi bumpers and this wasn't any different.

The entire process took me just under 1.5hrs because I have no cameras so I didn't have to do dremel anything on the new grille. I raised the air suspension and turned the wheels to each side while removing the screws and bolts in each wheelwell. It took about 10 min total to remove the bumper. The longest part was actually removing the factory grille from the bumper (what a pain) and then wrapping the crashbar. Another 10-15min to reinstall the bumper and everything was done.

Another piece of advice...once the factory grille is removed, clean the plastic grille support at the top of the bumper before installing the new grille. I didn't notice until I was finished that removing the factory grille exposed a bunch of previously hidden dirt that I now had to clean through the mesh holes of the new grille.

Again, thanks for this thread. I'd have never found the horizontal bumper bolts otherwise. They are so hard to see through the access holes in the sheet metal.

[AudiC7Owners]

I finally got around to installing mine yesterday. This thread was a huge help, thanks. It's the first time I've removed the bumper on this car, but I've removed many Audi bumpers and this wasn't any different.

The entire process took me just under 1.5hrs because I have no cameras so I didn't have to do dremel anything on the new grille. I raised the air suspension and turned the wheels to each side while removing the screws and bolts in each wheelwell. It took about 10 min total to remove the bumper. The longest part was actually removing the factory grille from the bumper (what a pain) and then wrapping the crashbar. Another 10-15min to reinstall the bumper and everything was done.

Another piece of advice...once the factory grille is removed, clean the plastic grille support at the top of the bumper before installing the new grille. I didn't notice until I was finished that removing the factory grille exposed a bunch of previously hidden dirt that I now had to clean through the mesh holes of the new grille.

Again, thanks for this thread. I'd have never found the horizontal bumper bolts otherwise. They are so hard to see through the access holes in the sheet metal.

Nice! Glad this helped you


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[chydog]

finally got off my ass and put the grille on, plastidip the aluminum bumper 136268136269136270136271

[Vinng86]

finally got off my ass and put the grille on, plastidip the aluminum bumper 136268136269136270136271

Looks great! I used plastidip also, it's still pretty solidly on the crash bar almost a year later, it works well.

[bozack]

I am trying to figure out to plastidip, black vinyl wrap it or use the high heat temp black paint?????????????????

[AudiC7Owners]

I am trying to figure out to plastidip, black vinyl wrap it or use the high heat temp black paint?????????????????

Vinyl will last the longest

Plastidip holds up well

So does underbody/bedliner spray




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[WhiteA7]

Sorry to resurrect this thread. I'm about to have a shop install my Stonecarbon grill. It arrived without the emblems or the blank pockets behind the emblems. Just empty rings. He said the emblem needed to be shipped separately due to new shipping rules. My emblem arrives monday but I'm wondering if anyone else has ordered once since the virus hit to know if I will be receiving more than just rings. I am missing the black backing behind the rings as well.

[AudiC7Owners]

Sorry to resurrect this thread. I'm about to have a shop install my Stonecarbon grill. It arrived without the emblems or the blank pockets behind the emblems. Just empty rings. He said the emblem needed to be shipped separately due to new shipping rules. My emblem arrives monday but I'm wondering if anyone else has ordered once since the virus hit to know if I will be receiving more than just rings. I am missing the black backing behind the rings as well.

Hmm that is new... My grille shipped to me with the emblem installed already. Keep us updated on what happens.

[VR2V8]

Sorry to resurrect this thread. I'm about to have a shop install my Stonecarbon grill. It arrived without the emblems or the blank pockets behind the emblems. Just empty rings. He said the emblem needed to be shipped separately due to new shipping rules. My emblem arrives monday but I'm wondering if anyone else has ordered once since the virus hit to know if I will be receiving more than just rings. I am missing the black backing behind the rings as well.I've had mine for about 1yr. It came with both black and chrome rings, Quattro script, and an S6 badge.

I'm not sure why you would be expecting blank pockets. Mine has smaller mesh behind the rings all part of the molded grille, no pockets necessary or possible.

[pryced35]

received my grille last week and the emblems/rings were shipped separately.

[bthethy]

received my grille last week and the emblems/rings were shipped separately.

Any pics of what can be expected if someone orders a stonecarbon 1 now.


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[WhiteA7]

received my grille last week and the emblems/rings were shipped separately.

Oh good. Thanks for the info. I got a hold of the Stonecarbon on ebay and they told me that not only are the emblems shipping separately but also the emblem "bowls" of the backing behind the emblem. Kind of not cool since they chose not to ship the emblem/bowl package until my grill cleared customs so I'm going on 2.5 months now. A shop was supposed to install it today but now i have to postpone.

[tnjed]

OEM is the way to go, but finding lightly used is next to impossible. Especially since I’m looking for chrome trim version.

[WhiteA7]

I received the emblem and emblem bowls yesterday. They shipped the bowls for the night vision (which I don't have and didn't order) so now I get to wait another 3 weeks. Hopefully they can expedite the shipping a bit more. ordered 6/4!

[ANMS4]

Mine also came with the emblems separate but I had no need for them (A6). I paid $120 for the install and they painted the front crash bar.

[overclocked]

I ordered the grille, and had a body shop install it. The Quattro emblem came with holes, and the holes don't line up with the holes in the grill. Not sure what to do now. My emblem did not come with clips, and the emblem is taller than the ones here, the letters q and t hit the top and bottom of the subsection of the grill.


https://i.ibb.co/N9Dc4Bf/IMG-2043.jpg

Update, stonecarbon responded saying the emblem is definitely taller, he's shipping a new grill with screws too. Hopefully that works.