What suspension mods compatible with ADS?
07-04-2012, 06:58 AM
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What suspension mods compatible with ADS?
Friends, I am looking to tighten the suspension on my '09 S5. It has ADS. I was looking into the Stasis Ohlin setup but the site cautions that "any active dampening control from Ausi will not be compatible." I do not want to give up that feature. So are there any other options that would work? I am not looking to lower the car (snow 5 mo a year), but want to create a better balance and responsive suspension. Would I be best off getting the Alu Kreuz and sway bars vs. shocks/springs/coilovers? Am a bit new to this. Much obliged.
Or, is the improvement for the SL package worth giving up the damper adjustibility? I know that is a personal thing but if it is that good....
David
Or, is the improvement for the SL package worth giving up the damper adjustibility? I know that is a personal thing but if it is that good....
David
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07-04-2012, 08:17 AM
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Excellent question, I have an 2010 S5 with ADS and looked at the H&R OE Sport Springs. I am thinking of asking the folks at the local dealer but I can see them as being ver "anti-mods" if you know what I mean.
07-04-2012, 08:28 AM
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Maybe time to shop for a different dealer or aftermarket shop. Good luck.
07-04-2012, 08:34 AM
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Friends, I am looking to tighten the suspension on my '09 S5. It has ADS. I was looking into the Stasis Ohlin setup but the site cautions that "any active dampening control from Ausi will not be compatible." I do not want to give up that feature. So are there any other options that would work? I am not looking to lower the car (snow 5 mo a year), but want to create a better balance and responsive suspension. Would I be best off getting the Alu Kreuz and sway bars vs. shocks/springs/coilovers? Am a bit new to this. Much obliged.
Or, is the improvement for the SL package worth giving up the damper adjustibility? I know that is a personal thing but if it is that good....
David
Or, is the improvement for the SL package worth giving up the damper adjustibility? I know that is a personal thing but if it is that good....
David
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07-04-2012, 09:55 AM
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Lowered car almost immediately and changed wheels so it iis hard for me to compare to stock. I would say ride is equal to or slightly better than stock. With car lowered and wider tires handing feels improved, not a dramatic change, like oh my god though. I am planning on changing sway bars and adding alu kreuz which will "tighten" things up further.
07-04-2012, 10:06 AM
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Lowered car almost immediately and changed wheels so it iis hard for me to compare to stock. I would say ride is equal to or slightly better than stock. With car lowered and wider tires handing feels improved, not a dramatic change, like oh my god though. I am planning on changing sway bars and adding alu kreuz which will "tighten" things up further.
I too have thought about the Alu Kreuz and sways.
You still on 19"'s?
David
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07-04-2012, 10:41 AM
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Range:
Front Lowering: 0.6" to 1.8"
Rear Lowering: 0.6" to 1.6"
My car is max in front with rear set tiny bit higher.
07-04-2012, 12:27 PM
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