2001 S8

I'm installing all four new lower control arms. I was thinking of trying Meyle HD for all four arms. However if I mix and match TRW lower front arms with Lemforder lower rear arms, I can get the total price very close to the Meyle HD set. My intention was to use the same brand of arms for all four arms, but the price makes it an interesting option.

Has anyone ever mixed new TRW arms with new Lemforder arms? Any thoughts on mixing arms?

audinutt

Both TRW and lemforder are much better than meyle IMO.

NO issues with mix & match.

Y888

I have febi and trw mixed front side front upper and rear and no issues.

has anyone seen rear control arm kit?
i have been browsing parts websites for the last year and i havent seen it.

2001 S8

Thanks for the feedback.

I pulled the trigger tonight and ordered TRW and Lemforder arms. They're getting installed on Nov. 17th, along with new struts, strut mounts, bump stops, sway bar bushings and an alignment.

I'll report back my findings.

Y888

and c clamps?
when i replaced mine lot of squeakiing was gone,the most of squeaking was from struts.

audinutt

I would buy two upper spring plates too.
Mine were really worn.
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-Richard

2001 S8

Good to know. Thanks for the heads-up.

NOLAessate

Just curious...what struts are you using for the replacement?

2001 S8

Bilstein: 24066785HD (B6 Performance)

I checked around and other members have used Bilstein: 24066785HD and had good results; ride height the same and handling the same. I looked into going OE but they cost around $300 a corner. The Bilsteins were $118 a corner.

I've measured wheel opening height and will measure it again after installation. I expect driving feel to be tighter do to all the new parts, but will be carefully watching rebound/bounce after bumps and car lean when turning tight corners.

I will post my findings after installation.

2001 S8

Not a kit but if you're needing rear suspension parts, look here.

REAR SUSPENSION for 2001 Audi S8

Good luck.