Nogaro Blue B9 Allroad Build Thread (1/1)

**ALLROADINGB9** · 02-21-2020 03:44 PM

Had the front valence, side sills in aluminum paint matched to the rest of the car. Really happy with the look from it.

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**A4 Centaur** · 02-23-2020 07:28 PM

Outstanding!

**XLR8 Craig** · 02-27-2020 10:10 AM

This thing is awesome!!

Saw it was up at Lime Rock, we hope to see it at our Cars & Coffee events this summer - or at least at some shows in the area!

We are working on finalizing our show schedules as I type this

**ALLROADINGB9** · 02-27-2020 11:15 AM

Originally Posted by XLR8 Craig

This thing is awesome!!

Saw it was up at Lime Rock, we hope to see it at our Cars & Coffee events this summer - or at least at some shows in the area!

We are working on finalizing our show schedules as I type this

Thank you! This summer I expect to be attending a bunch of shows with it. Some changes by then too. BBS mounted, roof box, possibly some other secrets too

Hope to see y’all again!

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**unitzero** · 02-28-2020 12:40 AM

Looking good with the colour matching. Looks just like a wide Avant now

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**BrockDM** · 03-12-2020 02:41 PM

Absolutely love this build! All the color matching made a world of difference. The perfect OEM+ look

**ALLROADINGB9** · 03-12-2020 05:51 PM

Thank you everyone!

I have some more incoming for all of you shortly.

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**ALLROADINGB9** · 03-13-2020 12:01 PM

Paint matched Thule Vector.

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**ALLROADINGB9** · 03-20-2020 06:50 AM

Bit the bullet from @mops@nemesis for the Unitronic Stage 1 + Tune :) Very excited for the extra power, especially matched with all of my other components (Intercooler, DP, Intake, etc) “PowaWagon” I think would be a good name

Will be getting some times, and probably a 0-60 for everyone to see the power.

Side note, I’ve heard that TCU flash is incoming and about to be released for us 7 Speed DSG drivers, excited for that combo.

Right now, had the car into Detail Masters of Stratford CT for full frontal PPF and 5 year ceramic coating. Highly recommend Danny and his shop, great guy with a true passion for cars. Looking forward to getting it back, to stare at during my in home quarantine :D

Hope everyone stays safe! Expect some more activity on the thread as I work with the car.

Chris

**ALLROADINGB9** · 03-28-2020 08:22 AM

Full frontal PPF, ceramic coating and “A4” de-badge complete!

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**TurboJuice** · 04-21-2020 08:51 AM

The car looks amazing! Excellent work with it.

Where did you order the black optics grill? Does the standard A4/S4 Grill fit the allroad bumper?
Did you paint the OEM door handles or purchase new ones from an A4 sedan? I am wondering if the chrome covers up nicely or if it is a separate chrome piece? Do you know of they just slide off from the outside?
Do the stock tires rub at all with it lowered? Did you change the ride height from the BBS wheels?

**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-21-2020 09:14 AM

Originally Posted by TurboJuice

The car looks amazing! Excellent work with it.

Where did you order the black optics grill? Does the standard A4/S4 Grill fit the allroad bumper?
Did you paint the OEM door handles or purchase new ones from an A4 sedan? I am wondering if the chrome covers up nicely or if it is a separate chrome piece? Do you know of they just slide off from the outside?
Do the stock tires rub at all with it lowered? Did you change the ride height from the BBS wheels?

Thank you!

The grille was painted by TAG Motorsports in California. Audi doesn’t make a black optics grille for the B9 A4 allroad, so I attempted to have one created to mimic a black optic version. All of the chrome slats are held in with clips, and can be removed from the grille for painting.

The door handles where painted, I bought all new primed units and had them painted at a body shop. The install was very easy, they unclip from the handle. I did not attempt working with the original handles.

Stock tires I have no rubbing, but I’m also on ABT HAS, not at their lowest setting. Sold my BBS but have a new set of wheels going on that I will be posting shortly about. Will probably change the ride height to accommodate for them too.

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**TurboJuice** · 04-21-2020 10:07 AM

Originally Posted by ALLROADINGB9

Thank you!

The grille was painted by TAG Motorsports in California. Audi doesn’t make a black optics grille for the B9 A4 allroad, so I attempted to have one created to mimic a black optic version. All of the chrome slats are held in with clips, and can be removed from the grille for painting.

The door handles where painted, I bought all new primed units and had them painted at a body shop. The install was very easy, they unclip from the handle. I did not attempt working with the original handles.

Stock tires I have no rubbing, but I’m also on ABT HAS, not at their lowest setting. Sold my BBS but have a new set of wheels going on that I will be posting shortly about. Will probably change the ride height to accommodate for them too.

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Thanks for the details. Do you happen to know the part numbers for the door handles that you ordered? Are they from an A4 Sedan without the chrome?

**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-21-2020 10:15 AM

Originally Posted by TurboJuice

Thanks for the details. Do you happen to know the part numbers for the door handles that you ordered? Are they from an A4 Sedan without the chrome?

Yes I can pull them up for you. Keep in mind there may be variation because of the options your car has (puddle lighting, keyless entry etc..)

8W0-837-239-GRU (Driver Rear)
8W0-837-240-GRU (Pass Rear)
8W1-837-239-GRU (Driver Front)
8W0-837-240-GRU (Pass Front)

Hope this helps!

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**northnj** · 04-21-2020 09:53 AM

You did a fantastic job on the makeover from an allroad to looking like a regular wagon. Like the flushed roof rails!

**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-21-2020 10:04 AM

Originally Posted by northnj

You did a fantastic job on the makeover from an allroad to looking like a regular wagon. Like the flushed roof rails!

Thank you! The black optics components are some of my favorite pieces to the car. :)

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**19birel** · 04-21-2020 10:02 AM

Car looks great! Every time I see this on Instagram it makes it me wish I had a long roof too haha

Can't wait to see it with the new wheels

**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-21-2020 10:05 AM

Originally Posted by 19birel

Car looks great! Every time I see this on Instagram it makes it me wish I had a long roof too haha

Can't wait to see it with the new wheels

Thank you! They will be similar in design just a lot more concavity, and matching blue center caps

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**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-26-2020 07:02 AM

Changing up the specs. 20X10.5 ET25. Authentic Blue/Gold center cape to finish it all off

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**volcomic** · 04-26-2020 07:47 AM

Damn, that's gonna look hot! I love the concave. I'm definitely jealous of the extra room for width and lower offset on the Allroad.

**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-26-2020 07:51 AM

Originally Posted by volcomic

Damn, that's gonna look hot! I love the concave. I'm definitely jealous of the extra room for width and lower offset on the Allroad.

Thank you! It’s going to be a challenge getting it all dialed in, but I have the best of the best (Mops) helping me figure it all out :)

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**King_Geedorah** · 04-26-2020 02:38 PM

Damn, those wheels are awesome!

How are you liking the ABT spring's? how much lower would you be able to go on them?

**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-26-2020 02:40 PM

Originally Posted by King_Geedorah

Damn, those wheels are awesome!

How are you liking the ABT spring's? how much lower would you be able to go on them?

Thank you!

The springs are great. The install was pretty lengthy, and from what I heard from the installer they where of very good quality and design. They have a wide range of lowering heights, and I think can go quite a bit higher/lower if I wanted.

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**volcomic** · 04-26-2020 07:18 PM

Originally Posted by ALLROADINGB9

They have a wide range of lowering heights, and I think can go quite a bit higher/lower if I wanted.

I vote lower!

**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-27-2020 05:22 AM

Originally Posted by volcomic

I vote lower!

That’s the hope ;)

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**TurboJuice** · 04-28-2020 07:16 PM

Wheels will look amazing!

Do you have the part number for the RS4 roof rails? Did you install? How much of a pain is it to drop the headliner to get to it?

**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-28-2020 07:21 PM

Originally Posted by TurboJuice

Wheels will look amazing!

Do you have the part number for the RS4 roof rails? Did you install? How much of a pain is it to drop the headliner to get to it?

8W9860021E1P9
8W9860022E1P9

The install took about 6 hours, including reinstallation. I HIGHLY advise having this done at a dealership or other reputable service center. It’s a pain, but with that said- The rails are so special, and I love the look from them.

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**John@TAG** · 04-28-2020 08:21 PM

Woo Hoo! this beast is a beauty!! Loving it and can't wait to see the wheels on.

**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-29-2020 09:15 AM

Originally Posted by John@TAG

Woo Hoo! this beast is a beauty!! Loving it and can't wait to see the wheels on.

Thank you! Really happy with the painted grille + rear valence piece. Amazing quality. :)

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**King_Geedorah** · 04-30-2020 09:37 AM

Hey man, Do you mind me asking how you got around that extra brace at the back of the car to fit you exhaust?

**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-30-2020 09:45 AM

Originally Posted by King_Geedorah

Hey man, Do you mind me asking how you got around that extra brace at the back of the car to fit you exhaust?

We added some plastic spacers and longer bolts. I believe AWE sells them, I called and they knew exactly what I meant.

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**Xylaphobe** · 04-29-2020 12:49 PM

Hey,
I think I saw your car at Avantober fest this year! I was one of the Volvo boys crashing the party in my silver V70R (with the Swedish flag).
I am picking up my own B9 Allroad Friday and I am comparing my lowering options. I was wondering what, if any, issues you had fitting the HAS kit on the Allroad, as none of the vendors have it listed as compatible and I am wondering why.

Thanks for any help you can provide.

**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-29-2020 01:59 PM

Originally Posted by Xylaphobe

Hey,
I think I saw your car at Avantober fest this year! I was one of the Volvo boys crashing the party in my silver V70R (with the Swedish flag).
I am picking up my own B9 Allroad Friday and I am comparing my lowering options. I was wondering what, if any, issues you had fitting the HAS kit on the Allroad, as none of the vendors have it listed as compatible and I am wondering why.

Thanks for any help you can provide.

You probably did! I think I was parked right near a bunch of Volvo’s (I think next to a Gray S60R). I recall seeing a silver V70R too!

Many of the manufacturers don’t have any listings regarding compatibility primarily because there is such a small market for just allroad owners, and most companies do not have a vehicle to test fit.

With that being said, I know of three people stateside running a form of the KW coil-over. Myself, I run the ABT HAS- which is basically the KW unit just slightly on the softer side of things. I’ve been very happy with it, and the range of adjustability is great from it. The KW kit is also really good, just a little more stiff.

All US spec allroads (not including Canada) come standard with the electronic dampers with conventional springs. These shocks have the same diameter (I want to say 50mm) as the B9 S4 models with electronic damping. Initially going in I was unsure if it was going to fit, but the installer was able to make it work, but we had to use the factory bump stops. I haven’t had any issues and the ride is great.

Hope this helps, and looking forward to the 2020 event!

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**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-29-2020 02:01 PM

Gotta keep it cool this summer!

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**Xylaphobe** · 04-30-2020 06:02 AM

How much lower than your most recent pictures could the ABT HAS go?

**ALLROADINGB9** · 04-30-2020 06:10 AM

Originally Posted by Xylaphobe

How much lower than your most recent pictures could the ABT HAS go?

Quite a bit, in fact I would say it’s it’s at its highest range.

FA/RA: 0.6"-1.5"

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**King_Geedorah** · 04-30-2020 09:52 AM

Awesome! thanks for the info

**ALLROADINGB9** · 05-11-2020 08:27 AM

Installed my TT flat bottom wheel :) changed out the LEDs in the buttons and the paddles to match the rest of the interiors white backlighting.

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**ALLROADINGB9** · 05-13-2020 09:42 AM

Began retrofitting my alcantara door panels to the car. Also added these “Audi Exclusive” inscriptions to the door. Had to drill into the back of the panel and attach then with a self locking washer.

I think the worst part of all of it, has to be the interior lighting. All the fiber optic pieces are very fragile and easily damaged.

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