Time to update suspension

[Muggerrudd]

Ive been browsing the forum and haven't came across a post that really helps.

My front tires keep wearing/cupping on the outside lip, both driver and passenger sides. I have had alignments, wheel balanced, new upper and lower control arms so im left with (Shocks & Struts).

current mileage is around 127,000 miles

What is a great suspension kit that includes all 4 Shocks and struts. This is a DD and being lowered isn't really important to me.

[QuattriumMT6]

H&R springs + Bilstein Sports makes for a great ride quality and improvement for the occasional twisties 👍🏾

[dalmation53]

H&R springs + Bilstein Sports makes for a great ride quality and improvement for the occasional twisties 👍🏾

you replaced what didn't needed to be replaced. most importantly inner and outter tie rods for tire wear.

[seandon_792]

Have you checked tie rods as well? That could be a cause for uneven and premature tire wear, especially on a car that's going up in milage as yours is.


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[Muggerrudd]

my control arm bushings were shot. that why i replaced them.

[derrek]

Do you have adj upper control arms? Changed your tie rods well your in there too. What alignment specs are you getting?

[Muggerrudd]

when i replace the control arms, the tie rods looked/felt fine. they weren't loose or sloppy.

most times when a tire starts to cup along the outside edge its normally due to excessive tire bounce due to blown struts or worn out shocks.

[ryanhmusic]

Don't buy H&R street performance coilovers. I hate mine. They ride like ass.

[Muggerrudd]

how about something like this?

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/aud...ttro-46-188502

[QuattriumMT6]

you replaced what didn't needed to be replaced. most importantly inner and outter tie rods for tire wear.

I was going off of what he had left listed to be replaced. He already mentioned he replaced the control arms otherwise I would have recommended the suspension refresh kit from FCPEuro. You're correct that shocks/springs alone don't fix the issue. I was just adding as a DD they make for a good replacement as the mild drop/good shock combo has been issue free for me since I've already replaced my controls arms/tie rods. With tire longevity in mind, getting toe as close to 0 helps significantly.

[RakkCity]

I was going off of what he had left listed to be replaced. He already mentioned he replaced the control arms otherwise I would have recommended the suspension refresh kit from FCPEuro. You're correct that shocks/springs alone don't fix the issue. I was just adding as a DD they make for a good replacement as the mild drop/good shock combo has been issue free for me since I've already replaced my controls arms/tie rods. With tire longevity in mind, getting toe as close to 0 helps significantly.

Replaced my front suspension with the FCP kit a week ago, $287 with the audizine promo code and came to $297.98 after shipping I think. Best money I ever spent it now drives like a brand new car 👍 Don't forget to get an alignment after a day or so for it to settle into place, and don't torque bolts until suspension is loaded.

[Muggerrudd]

Replaced my front suspension with the FCP kit a week ago, $287 with the audizine promo code and came to $297.98 after shipping I think. Best money I ever spent it now drives like a brand new car 👍 Don't forget to get an alignment after a day or so for it to settle into place, and don't torque bolts until suspension is loaded.

You obviously don't know what this thread is about.... Smh

[dalmation53]

You obviously don't know what this thread is about.... Smh

LOL let the man share his emotions hahaha. but yeah man you should replace tie rods anyways they are dirt cheap.

[Muggerrudd]

LOL let the man share his emotions hahaha. but yeah man you should replace tie rods anyways they are dirt cheap.

i have a set of them in my garage already. ill put them on while doing the strut assembly. Just need some options for suspension kits.

[Older_not_Wiser]

how about something like this?

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/aud...ttro-46-188502

If you want height adjustment, I have these, like them a lot. I found them for about $100 cheaper than that.

https://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B7_A4....0T/ES2984056/

[QuattriumMT6]

Are you particular about a certain brand/distributor? Do you fancy spring/shocks over Coilovers, etc? personally I'd prefer a higher quality spring/shock combo over a budget friendly set of Coilovers. I like you don't really care for height adjustability and drive my car pretty much everywhere regardless of the road conditions.

[Muggerrudd]

Are you particular about a certain brand/distributor? Do you fancy spring/shocks over Coilovers, etc? personally I'd prefer a higher quality spring/shock combo over a budget friendly set of Coilovers. I like you don't really care for height adjustability and drive my car pretty much everywhere regardless of the road conditions.

brand doesnt matter. something reliable. like i said its a DD and i rather have ride quality over height adjustable.

[RakkCity]

You obviously don't know what this thread is about.... Smh

Figured for anyone reading this thinking about refreshing their parts could use a testimony. Lol this whole thread ain't about you bruh

[QuattriumMT6]

The link you posted earlier is the same setup I'm currently on. Replaced my blown shocks with Bilsteins and it rides well especially with a full set of passengers.

[vce1232000]

I ed ST coil overs about 2.5 years ago. Ride comparable to oem sport suspension. My St are at the highest setting. It drops it about 10mm. I have ZERO interest in being lowered. Living in the Tri-State area. Its pot hole city and Im riding on 19's with 255-35-19 tires. I have not ed any other new suspension components since Id own the car. Struts have not blown out, Ride is great imo. Give Chris@1552 a call. he has the prices around

[aluthman]

I ed ST coil overs about 2.5 years ago. Ride comparable to oem sport suspension. My St are at the highest setting. It drops it about 10mm. I have ZERO interest in being lowered. Living in the Tri-State area. Its pot hole city and Im riding on 19's with 255-35-19 tires. I have not ed any other new suspension components since Id own the car. Struts have not blown out, Ride is great imo. Give Chris@1552 a call. he has the prices around

I have had my STs for about 3 years now (and ~60k miles) and they have been great. Rear springs are a touch soft, but not too bad if you keep them raised up a bit. If control arms, tie rods, etc. have been dealt with STs are a good choice to replace the factory shocks and springs.

[gonemtbiking]

I have had my STs for about 3 years now (and ~60k miles) and they have been great. Rear springs are a touch soft, but not too bad if you keep them raised up a bit. If control arms, tie rods, etc. have been dealt with STs are a good choice to replace the factory shocks and springs.

Didnt you just snag that pair of Hypercos? Installing my STs and Hypercos this saturday.

[Muggerrudd]

I ed ST coil overs about 2.5 years ago. Ride comparable to oem sport suspension. My St are at the highest setting. It drops it about 10mm. I have ZERO interest in being lowered. Living in the Tri-State area. Its pot hole city and Im riding on 19's with 255-35-19 tires. I have not ed any other new suspension components since Id own the car. Struts have not blown out, Ride is great imo. Give Chris@1552 a call. he has the prices around

I have had my STs for about 3 years now (and ~60k miles) and they have been great. Rear springs are a touch soft, but not too bad if you keep them raised up a bit. If control arms, tie rods, etc. have been dealt with STs are a good choice to replace the factory shocks and springs.

are these the ST's your talking about? https://www.ecstuning.com/b-suspensi...ng/90605~st50/

[Ashtonts]

are these the ST's your talking about? https://www.ecstuning.com/b-suspensi...ng/90605~st50/

Those are, and they can be had for a good bit cheaper than that if you look around a little. Aluthman helped me my coilovers and I went with the hyperco springs in the rear, and the ride is pretty damn nice for as low as I have them set haha

[aluthman]

Didnt you just snag that pair of Hypercos? Installing my STs and Hypercos this saturday.

Yep, haven't installed them yet.

are these the ST's your talking about? https://www.ecstuning.com/b-suspensi...ng/90605~st50/

Yes, but there are cheaper places to buy them. I've heard Chris@1552 has good prices.

[vce1232000]

Yes, but there are cheaper places to buy them. I've heard Chris@1552 has good prices.

I got my when he was having the Black Friday promo. With the rebate it was to of a deal to turn down

[vce1232000]

Aluthman helped me my coilovers

Adam is definitely a type of guy with helping out other members

[Muggerrudd]

I ed ST coil overs about 2.5 years ago. Ride comparable to oem sport suspension. My St are at the highest setting. It drops it about 10mm. I have ZERO interest in being lowered. Living in the Tri-State area. Its pot hole city and Im riding on 19's with 255-35-19 tires. I have not ed any other new suspension components since Id own the car. Struts have not blown out, Ride is great imo. Give Chris@1552 a call. he has the prices around

I have had my STs for about 3 years now (and ~60k miles) and they have been great. Rear springs are a touch soft, but not too bad if you keep them raised up a bit. If control arms, tie rods, etc. have been dealt with STs are a good choice to replace the factory shocks and springs.

Yep, haven't installed them yet.




Yes, but there are cheaper places to buy them. I've heard Chris@1552 has good prices.

if the kit comes with rear coils, why buy and install Hypercos?

[Ashtonts]

if the kit comes with rear coils, why buy and install Hypercos?

The hypercos are waaaay less bouncy and it helps you not rub over every little bump if you're really low.

[chris@fifteen52]

I have the STs on my B7A4 Avant and love the way they ride. I have them set almost all the way up and the ride is great and I have 60k miles on them. PM coming.

[KingWulfgar]

Yep, haven't installed them yet.

Yes, but there are cheaper places to buy them. I've heard Chris@1552 has good prices.

I concur on this. I haven't installed them yet either so I can't talk about the ride, but Chris was a stand-up guy to deal with and had the best price I could find.

[vce1232000]

if the kit comes with rear coils, why buy and install Hypercos?

Some members say that it rubs when really lowered. I dont have that problem and you probably wont either because your not interested in slamming your car down to the subframe. I got the St's ed for the performance more then just the for being lowered

[Muggerrudd]

Some members say that it rubs when really lowered. I dont have that problem and you probably wont either because your not interested in slamming your car down to the subframe. I got the St's ed for the performance more then just the for being lowered

how do you accurately set the height from side to side? count turns or measure Fender to ground?

[vce1232000]

how do you accurately set the height from side to side? count turns or measure Fender to ground?

Measure from ground to fender. Some people even measure with dead weight (their weight) in drivers front seat to simulate it loaded to even it out under load. Then accordingly.