Converted to coil springs
05-20-2015, 10:54 AM
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I'd be interested in knowing how to knock out that stupid light also.
Will my local mechanic have the tool to do this?
Use LCH to subtract 00064 from channel 001 of module 0x07
Remove 0x34 from GW install list, and unplug/loop out module 0x34.
Edit: Not sure how/if this will affect Distance Regulation (ACC) and RVC if you have them...
For what it's worth, I liked the idea of Bilstein & KYB struts with the awesome Eibach springs. I was gun-shy about Strutmasters themselves, as their rep stunk online in a bunch of forums. Good product, but they act like they don't give a crap once they have your money.
I got my Audi A8 Conversion kit through American Air Suspension. Me & my buddy(ok,mostly my buddy) did the install on a Saturday afternoon/evening. We had a question on the install and called for S & G's....8:30 pm Sat. = no answer. We emailed and received an answer within 10 minutes!....on a Saturday evening! Was super happy with the service and the kit.
Will my local mechanic have the tool to do this?
Use LCH to subtract 00064 from channel 001 of module 0x07
Remove 0x34 from GW install list, and unplug/loop out module 0x34.
Edit: Not sure how/if this will affect Distance Regulation (ACC) and RVC if you have them...
For what it's worth, I liked the idea of Bilstein & KYB struts with the awesome Eibach springs. I was gun-shy about Strutmasters themselves, as their rep stunk online in a bunch of forums. Good product, but they act like they don't give a crap once they have your money.
I got my Audi A8 Conversion kit through American Air Suspension. Me & my buddy(ok,mostly my buddy) did the install on a Saturday afternoon/evening. We had a question on the install and called for S & G's....8:30 pm Sat. = no answer. We emailed and received an answer within 10 minutes!....on a Saturday evening! Was super happy with the service and the kit.
...... I ended up paying $1300 pick up at their place using my dealer discount. Looking at them im positive I can replicate the set up seems pretty straight forward. I have the part numbers for the struts and springs, prices for them are not that bad if bought individually.
With all that said I love them and have no issues about the comfort and allignment
05-22-2015, 05:25 AM
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KYB+Bilstein was the preferred "auto leveling delete" for my e34 M5 and I loved the way it handled. A bit more firm but a nice ride. You could actually change the damping on the shocks that I had, not sure what exact model they were.
05-27-2015, 05:06 AM
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you are right about Strut Master's attitude after making the sale. I felt that the front struts had a slight curve in them so I ask them and they explained that they were made like that on purpose. I almost returned them due to the way they acted after the sale but I needed them ......
I ended up paying $1300 pick up at their place using my dealer discount. Looking at them im positive I can replicate the set up seems pretty straight forward. I have the part numbers for the struts and springs, prices for them are not that bad if bought individually.
With all that said I love them and have no issues about the comfort and allignment
...... I ended up paying $1300 pick up at their place using my dealer discount. Looking at them im positive I can replicate the set up seems pretty straight forward. I have the part numbers for the struts and springs, prices for them are not that bad if bought individually.
With all that said I love them and have no issues about the comfort and allignment
I am thinking about ordering a set.
06-05-2015, 01:08 PM
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06-09-2015, 06:30 AM
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some people have complained about noises after
converting to springs.
I wonder if the bushings or control arms are the cause ?
anyone had this issue after conversion ?
(I am considering conversion by November)
I wonder if the bushings or control arms are the cause ?
anyone had this issue after conversion ?
(I am considering conversion by November)
10-26-2015, 10:32 AM
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thinking of doing the same on my 2006 a8. how much did you loose in the ride with the conversion?
10-26-2015, 06:48 PM
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