Lowwering 1998 A4 Quattro

98AUDINF · 01-20-2006, 10:51 PM

Hey I'm looking to lowwer my 1998 a4 and I was wondering if theres a certain brand that may be better than others?

Also heard that bushings may start making nosie? Any different brand that may last longer than oem?

Thanks for all the input I hope you have some ideas.

**AllWheelGrip** · 01-21-2006, 12:29 AM

are u lookin for a spring/shock combo or the better coilover

volcanoblack · 01-21-2006, 12:41 PM

If you want to lower the car a little, then the spring replacement is the least expensive. Many Audiphiles prefer the German H+R springs which will lower the car approximately 1.5". You could also use the factory sport suspension which will lower the car only 20mm. I would go with the H+R if you are going to bother with any change at all since I like the extra drop. Bilsteins are popular shocks.

Coilovers will be more expensive but will give you a completely adjustable ride height independent of whatever spring rate you choose. That's an option you don't have with just changing the springs. If you can afford the coilovers, that's the way I would go. Koni makes a coilover although they are a bit more expensive unless you find them on sale.

All the Audi aftermarket and tuner shops offer these, you can read about everyones opinion and what they are using in the techinical forums at: http://forums.fourtitude.com/

VB

98AUDINF · 01-21-2006, 02:02 PM

Thanx for the advise I'll probably stick w/ springs I'm doing timing belt and new clutch so $$$$ is tight. Any advice on where to get a good price/quality parts other than the dealer let me know thanx again.

**mandoh** · 01-21-2006, 09:46 PM

there's a really good site called hopupracing.com. it has alot of stuff for the a4, i am getting the H&R sport springs for $217. really good price for springs and it gives u about 1-2 in. drop.but i kind of don't want to get them b/c when it snows the clearence sucks and i don't want to break anything b/c parts are not cheap!!!!!!!! but i hope this site helps u out.
good-luck

volcanoblack · 01-23-2006, 12:14 AM

You could also check out other Audi sites to verify price and the part number. Sometimes tuners get the spring numbers mixed up. Seen it happen with other Audis.

Check www.awe-tuning.com for their spring numbers and vehicle fitment. Price $229 - maybe check if shipping is included and guarantee.

or Pure MotorSport: www.purems.com they have them for $223 + $13 shipping - again check the model and part number from all these sites to make sure you get the right spring.

Enjoy the lowering - it will look great!

VB

ckandes1 · 01-28-2006, 09:25 PM

sry for the mini thread jacking but its on topic:
How much are koni coilovers when you find them for a good price?

volcanoblack · 01-29-2006, 04:26 PM

hijack subject - coilover prices:

www.purems.com

For my 1999 A4 avant 1.8T:

H&R $1480 list $1215 on sale
Koni $1460 list $986 on sale
Vogtland $1499 list $1040 on sale

Your price may vary depending on year/model.

VB

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mandoh Moderator Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New Jersey Posts: 491 Gallery: (0)	there's a really good site called hopupracing.com. it has alot of stuff for the a4, i am getting the H&R sport springs for $217. really good price for springs and it gives u about 1-2 in. drop.but i kind of don't want to get them b/c when it snows the clearence sucks and i don't want to break anything b/c parts are not cheap!!!!!!!! but i hope this site helps u out. good-luck __________________ Its Better To Lead Than To Follow!!!! 1998 Audi A4 2.8l 30valve=SOLD mods-2.75in. milltek cat/bac exhaust,power adder short-ram intake,Giac ecu flash(awetunning),5%tint rear half,blacked out halo headlights 2007 WR Blue Subaru Wrx Sti mods- 3in.catless T/B exhaust,(invidia g200 cat-bac,v2catless D/P),COBB AP tune on 93oct,18x8.5 gunmetal work emotion cr's,blacked out headlights

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98AUDINF Newbie Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6 Gallery: (0)	Hey I'm looking to lowwer my 1998 a4 and I was wondering if theres a certain brand that may be better than others? Also heard that bushings may start making nosie? Any different brand that may last longer than oem? Thanks for all the input I hope you have some ideas.

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01-21-2006, 12:41 PM	#3 (permalink)
volcanoblack Senior Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Oregon, USA Posts: 195 Gallery: (0)	If you want to lower the car a little, then the spring replacement is the least expensive. Many Audiphiles prefer the German H+R springs which will lower the car approximately 1.5". You could also use the factory sport suspension which will lower the car only 20mm. I would go with the H+R if you are going to bother with any change at all since I like the extra drop. Bilsteins are popular shocks. Coilovers will be more expensive but will give you a completely adjustable ride height independent of whatever spring rate you choose. That's an option you don't have with just changing the springs. If you can afford the coilovers, that's the way I would go. Koni makes a coilover although they are a bit more expensive unless you find them on sale. All the Audi aftermarket and tuner shops offer these, you can read about everyones opinion and what they are using in the techinical forums at: http://forums.fourtitude.com/ VB

01-21-2006, 02:02 PM	#4 (permalink)
98AUDINF Newbie Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6 Gallery: (0)	Thanx for the advise I'll probably stick w/ springs I'm doing timing belt and new clutch so $$$$ is tight. Any advice on where to get a good price/quality parts other than the dealer let me know thanx again.

01-23-2006, 12:14 AM	#6 (permalink)
volcanoblack Senior Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Oregon, USA Posts: 195 Gallery: (0)	You could also check out other Audi sites to verify price and the part number. Sometimes tuners get the spring numbers mixed up. Seen it happen with other Audis. Check www.awe-tuning.com for their spring numbers and vehicle fitment. Price $229 - maybe check if shipping is included and guarantee. or Pure MotorSport: www.purems.com they have them for $223 + $13 shipping - again check the model and part number from all these sites to make sure you get the right spring. Enjoy the lowering - it will look great! VB

01-28-2006, 09:25 PM	#7 (permalink)
ckandes1 Newbie Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 9 Gallery: (0)	sry for the mini thread jacking but its on topic: How much are koni coilovers when you find them for a good price?

01-29-2006, 04:26 PM	#8 (permalink)
volcanoblack Senior Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Oregon, USA Posts: 195 Gallery: (0)	hijack subject - coilover prices: www.purems.com For my 1999 A4 avant 1.8T: H&R $1480 list $1215 on sale Koni $1460 list $986 on sale Vogtland $1499 list $1040 on sale Your price may vary depending on year/model. VB

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