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Old 03-02-2002, 10:07 AM
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Default engine_suspension changes on 2000 A6 2.7

am thinking of chipping my 2.7. any eles out there done the same? ?best brands?
Also, have added the eibach sport springs. like the way the car looks and handles. Am now thinking 18" wheels and bigger sway bars. Anyone else out there done the same? What about the ride quality. Should I change the shocks at the same time? Any thoughts/experiences appreciated
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18"s rock. Do the rear sway to 18mm. Get Konis. Chipping is a personal decision.
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Default Do shocks and springs at the same time

Because, at some point, you'll want sport shocks. The labor cost of doing the shocks at the same time is minimal - but you end up paying for 2 four wheel alignments, plus almost twice the labor if you do them seperately. (I know - I did it that way!) Konis and Eibachs...

If you live in "pothole country" (Northeast or northern plains) - I'd stay with 17". If not - you can go 18".
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What did you have your rebound set at prior to Koni install? TIA.
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I had the factory shocks prior to the Konis...what setting?
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thanks to all so far
looks like konis, a bump to 235 rubber, and a bigger rear bar are next.
I like the looks of the 18" wheels but live in Pittsburgh, the city that invented potholes
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Yeah, what is best setting for the Konis? TIA.
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I had mine set one full turn from "hard"
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Thanks for the tip.
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Where did you get the rear sway bars?


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