Could anyone help me change out shocks/struts?

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Old 03-13-2009, 05:33 PM
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Default Could anyone help me change out shocks/struts?

I want to put s4 shocks/struts onto my 2001 a4 1.8tqm. Current suspension is hr race springs with non-sport shocks(now blown). Anyways me being a dumb*** trying to replace them myself and not knowing anything did not do so good. I did the front drivers and passenger side, but i believe i didnt do it right because now my suspension squeaks and rattles in the front. I would need some help refixing the front and doing the back if possible. I will supply the spring compressor and any tools although i gotta warn they are not air tools. If anyone has air tools i would love to borrow them! I have a big enough garage. I will supply beer and food. Thanks in advance!

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Old 03-13-2009, 07:16 PM
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In Marin, Novato, but i could drive out if needed.
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I would just take it to STaSIS if they will have you . . .
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An S4 suspension on a 1.8t car is a bad idea period. It'll increase your ride height.
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Default not entirely true. The ride height is actually nice, HR race springs with

<center><img src="http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj60/bAEu86/DSC00909.jpg"></center><p>s4 shocks/struts on a b5 1.8tq look legit. Check this pearl b5 for example. And the ride is comfy.
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i actually wanted to see if someone can help me out, outside of a shop
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if you're changing out the springs, whats the point in changing the struts?
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current ones are blown and iirc the s4 ones can support more weight then the 1.8t issue.
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