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Old 05-11-2008, 12:21 PM
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hi all.. i'm a noob, recently got an b6 04 1.8TQ Tip,xnenon all that.. except i have regular boring suspension, wanting to switch it to sport.. nothing lower, too kiddy/ricey... so how would i go about doing that.. if i go to my local audi dealer , id have to sell one of my legs... so im on www.genuinevwaudiparts.com and not sure of all the components i need..then ill order that and have my mechanic do it.. any help is appriated.. any part #s is even better.. and what sway bar would i use?.. any recommended setup.. i heard rs4 rear sway better is a good setup?.. just give me some input.. super noob audi owner. hah.. thanks.. oh one other thing.. if i go lower.. what would i do to my selfleveling HID lights?.. ?
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Any Audi Tuners where you live? Who supply and install suspensions?
Old 05-11-2008, 07:07 PM
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Default Re: Any Audi Tuners where you live? Who supply and install suspensions?

there's a couple audi indy shops.. one that sticks out that is reputed.. but i just want my car oem as possible... was thinking getting the oem sport suspension? shipped to me from the states.. probably cheaper...

what do u guys suggest, because i dont want to go any lower then stock sport look..
and maybe a sway bar..

my primary question was i didn't know what to order off the online audi catelogue.. thats all....
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Default Hi there kastro. Here's some answers...

The swap to sport will be a large improvement from non-sport. It doesn't sound like you're looking for anything too aggressive but modding has been proven to be an escalating virus of upgrades.

I'd shoot for a used set with low miles. Check the Audizine.com classifieds. This way, if you want to swap em out later on, you won't be out too much. Try going for a spin in a sport pkg A4 to help u decide.

Going to sport will lower the car a bit, and look like mine... but won't be anywhere near Uncle Ben's. I'm not sure what the going rate for OEM sport suspension is... but I'd look at aftermarket options as well.

<img src="http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee273/noti88/A4%20Dealer%20Pics/l_743cecb14dd5094b561fd4c40b4ca71b.jpg">

If you want to go OEM new, then by all means do so. It just might cost a lot as OEM Audi stuff can be kinda expensive. However, genuinevwaudiparts.com would be my suggestion on where to buy OEM. Not sure what all the components are... if you call / email Craig he'll let you know.

I highly suggest the RS4 Rear Sway. Best mod I've done to date. Link to my writeup is below... that'll tell you most everything you need.

Side note, you'll get a free pass this time since you're new... but the Search-Wolves will start to circle if you don't take a stab at yee old search button first. ;-]

And welcome, sir.

Now post some pics and buy some spare coil packs.<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/a4gen2/msgs/1081462.phtml">RS4 Rear Sway Install</a></li></ul>
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Default You need the sport suspension springs (PR code 1BE,) ...

the 1BE bump stops, and shocks. The headlight auto leveling controller will need to have the "home" position reset using VAG-COM.
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Default Re: Hi there kastro. Here's some answers...

thanks, i did do some research wasn't at all helpful. im going to an audi indy shop today to see what my options are, and i've emailed craig to get all the part#s i would be needing, i dont drive hard at all.. just want better cornering etc. rs4 sway bar i keep hearing its a good upgrade, buy some spare coil packs?. i dont get it.. ha dont even know what coil packs are
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Default ALSO - reply in the subject line or else....

the wolves will continue to jump on you.


People around here freak out if they actually have to click another response to read it rather than make the decision based upon the first sentence!
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lol, I was waiting for one of you to chime in w/that one.
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Default lol im new

thought id post this if anyoen else needed them..

Here are the part numbers for the sport suspension components matching your vehicle's stock components. Front springs - 8E0411105CK Rear springs - 8E0511115DN Front shocks - 8E0413031CL Rear shocks - 8E0513036AF Front sway bar - 8E0411309B Rear sway bar - 8E0511409AQ Rear sway bar mounts - 8E0511327A Rear shock jounce bumpers - 4B0512131B These are the only items I know of that are different between the standard and sport suspension. It may not be everything you need to make the changeover. Best, - Craig
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Nice of you to do so.
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