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03-02-2014, 03:28 AM
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Seems like they have it now over at Achtuning. Would love a set
http://achtuning.com/new-products/hr...-for-audi-sq5/
http://achtuning.com/new-products/hr...-for-audi-sq5/
03-02-2014, 05:23 PM
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The technicians definitely did an alignment after install. In fact, the repetitively ran it on a dyno and loosened and tightened the bushing bolts until they were satisfied minimal load was being placed on the bushings. When done, recheck to make sure alignment still in spec.
(BTW, if you're in Tampa, I definitely recommend the guys at Cars and Concepts for BMW, Audi, Porsche and VW: http://carsandconcepts.com)
Further thoughts about the drop:
- Very happy with the appearance. It's the perfect drop to make the wheel gap isotropic.
- on Comfort mode drive select, the car feels a little stiffer, especially on turns. However it still rides over RR crossings and minor potholes easily.
- on Dynamic mode, I can't say I notice a difference. Maybe the dampening was already so much that the springs didn't play into it too much. Or at least the difference between stock springs and H&R is insignificant
- I can't say anything about the wear on the stock shocks. I guess I'm just hoping...
- After 4 drives, I'm already adjusted to the difference sight picture. So that difference is already a non-issue.
(BTW, if you're in Tampa, I definitely recommend the guys at Cars and Concepts for BMW, Audi, Porsche and VW: http://carsandconcepts.com)
Further thoughts about the drop:
- Very happy with the appearance. It's the perfect drop to make the wheel gap isotropic.
- on Comfort mode drive select, the car feels a little stiffer, especially on turns. However it still rides over RR crossings and minor potholes easily.
- on Dynamic mode, I can't say I notice a difference. Maybe the dampening was already so much that the springs didn't play into it too much. Or at least the difference between stock springs and H&R is insignificant
- I can't say anything about the wear on the stock shocks. I guess I'm just hoping...
- After 4 drives, I'm already adjusted to the difference sight picture. So that difference is already a non-issue.
03-02-2014, 05:25 PM
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03-02-2014, 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Jubz
With the H&R springs installed, did it affect the steering wheel on/off axis positioning?
After the drop, is the steering wheel still square/level with the front wheels pointed forward?
It's been a very long time since I dropped a car, which the mechanical steering linkages were sometimes affected and the steering wheel turned off axis.
With the H&R springs installed, did it affect the steering wheel on/off axis positioning?
After the drop, is the steering wheel still square/level with the front wheels pointed forward?
It's been a very long time since I dropped a car, which the mechanical steering linkages were sometimes affected and the steering wheel turned off axis.
03-03-2014, 04:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Jubz
With the H&R springs installed, did it affect the steering wheel on/off axis positioning?
After the drop, is the steering wheel still square/level with the front wheels pointed forward?
It's been a very long time since I dropped a car, which the mechanical steering linkages were sometimes affected and the steering wheel turned off axis.
With the H&R springs installed, did it affect the steering wheel on/off axis positioning?
After the drop, is the steering wheel still square/level with the front wheels pointed forward?
It's been a very long time since I dropped a car, which the mechanical steering linkages were sometimes affected and the steering wheel turned off axis.
03-03-2014, 04:20 AM
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It was a straight spring replacement. None of the electronics were modified. I don't think the dampers care what the underlying spring rates are and no codes were thrown.
03-03-2014, 08:47 PM
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Just got my car a few days ago and I am definitely considering these springs.
03-03-2014, 09:04 PM
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amstrad, thanks for letting us know about these springs; now on my to do list.
Anyone know approximately how much a shop charges to have these 4 springs installed?
Anyone know approximately how much a shop charges to have these 4 springs installed?