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I bought my Audi Allroad a year back and have in general been very pleased with it. Added 20k miles on the car, so we used it a lot. As I got it, the airspings have already been replaced with the Arnott's, and I replace the shocks in the front with the Arnott equivalent. I now want to also replace the rear shocks, and are having problem finding any aftermarket shocks. I can but the Audi OEM for a bit more that $1000 for a set, but are looking for a cheaper alternative.
Can anyone recommend an alternative? The Arnott provided shocks are apparently all gone.
The allroad C5 rear Shock absorber are dynamic. The dumping force varies according to the height and the weight. There is no one from the after market that offers thet. It gives you a unique comfort ride and extra stability to the vehicle.
Googel for SSP243 For an explanation about the allroad air spring system
The allroad C5 rear Shock absorber are dynamic. The dumping force varies according to the height and the weight. There is no one from the after market that offers thet. It gives you a unique comfort ride and extra stability to the vehicle.
Googel for SSP243 For an explanation about the allroad air spring system
You understanding very well how it is working, but it is so easy. Algorithm of functionality of mechanical parts it is simple and artless. Next generation of pneumatic suspension is not so easiest.
Proven solution is using Koni shock absorber from A6C6 for rear suspension Allroad A6C5.
If you interesting i can give you direction for solving.
if you want to read/page through it here are links to the audi self study pdf's for the air suspension system
Believe me, before start find technical solution, these SSP files was read out to the holes and overviewed all technical parameters like forces of tension and compression.
Thanks for the many inputs. I did read some of the SSP papers, and it gave me a better understanding of the complexity of the rear air suspension. Clearly the OEM shocks are preferred, however still a bit expensive. I very seldom load the car up in the rear, or pull something heavy, so I am considering aftermarket solutions.
I saw Romario's comment about using a Koni A6C6 rear shock for the Allroad. Seems quite creative. Any modification needed of the shock itself? Please forward a few more details.
Thanks for the many inputs. I did read some of the SSP papers, and it gave me a better understanding of the complexity of the rear air suspension. Clearly the OEM shocks are preferred, however still a bit expensive. I very seldom load the car up in the rear, or pull something heavy, so I am considering aftermarket solutions.
I saw Romario's comment about using a Koni A6C6 rear shock for the Allroad. Seems quite creative. Any modification needed of the shock itself? Please forward a few more details.
Today evening (Moscow time) I will fill up info.
Few month ago I've prepared installation kit for my friend. He pulling of trailer for boats twice per week. He was realy happy after installation.
Photo containing OEM shock absorber vs Koni 8240-1230 Sport.
You can see same length of shock absorber's bodies and more length of Koni's shtok. It is due OEM shock absorber equipped additional metal spring inside, which working like damper in 4th level of suspension. If you do not planning to jump on the dunes in full speed - this spring function is not actual.
Why we select Koni's shock absorbers? It is easy. Koni is once from any other manufacturer doing disassemble unit and it can be overhauled.
11-03-2015, 05:17 PM
Advise on Shocks for Allroad
