raj99

Yes, stick with OEM.

Read through the sticky at the top of the page and it will help you a LOT, do all fluid: ATF, oil, brake, diff, center...and change your filters: cabin, air, oil, fuel

https://www.audiworld.com/forums/a6-.../#post23839229

kelisko

I tried from their official website.

kelisko

Yes, always go OEM if not Genuine VW/Audi.

Here are a few things with pictures I did:

https://www.audiworld.com/forums/a6-...moval-2895182/

https://www.audiworld.com/forums/a6-...tures-2900416/

https://www.audiworld.com/forums/a6-...tures-2900422/

https://www.audiworld.com/forums/a6-...tures-2895906/

https://www.audiworld.com/forums/a6-...tures-2897825/

https://www.audiworld.com/forums/a6-...tures-2900410/

https://www.audiworld.com/forums/a6-...-more-2909186/

https://www.audiworld.com/forums/a6-...tures-2906617/

Slav0

What sort of range are you guys getting on a ya tank of gas? Obviously putting in premium, getting around 450miles before the fuel light turns on. Looks to be around 27mpg.

raj99

Too many variables: driving style, weight of vehicle, terrain, engine, city/hwy, etc...) but what you are getting is quite good imho. I've got a 4.2 and I'm lucky if I ever see 400 miles before requiring a fill.

Slav0

Thx for the links kelisko - I'll definitely be using those. Are you guys getting oem parts online or at a dealer? Any good online sources?

kelisko

Online. I usually buy from ECS which sells both OEM and Genuine VW/Audi but there may also be other online shops doing the same.

raj99

Yes, just go over to the vendor directory here: AudiWorld Forums - Vendor Directory

I go to the dealer when I've gotta have something immediately, but tend to also use https://genuineaudiparts.com

Slav0

Thx for the info guys! Everyone's been super helpful, so stoked for the new ride

Slav0

Checked my sway bar links as LMSI suggested and the bushings look good, sprayed a bit of lubricant on the bushings to try to isolate the sound but not having any luck.

Heres a video of the noise:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ERotVMhjeUA

Any opinions would be appreciated.