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1997 A8 Clear corners, new springs

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Old 07-30-2007, 01:20 AM
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Default 1997 A8 Clear corners, new springs

Alright, I know they exist... (proof) but I can't find them ANYWHERE! Does anyone know how to locate a set of these things?

Also, I'd like a blatantly honest opinion about installing new springs such as these. I just had 4 of the 6 front control arms replaced, and I'm already starting to double-think whether or not new springs are something that I really want. Still, I'd like to cut down on pitch and dive a bit. What are the plusses and minusses of installing such springs?

By the way, I have to say that so far I'm really quite impressed by this site.
 
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Old 09-07-2007, 11:59 AM
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Default RE: 1997 A8 Clear corners, new springs

I just purchased a Euro spec 96 A8 quattro and it has the clear corners on it. As far as I know, they are the stock units. The previous owner wasn't the type to mod the car in any way. You might want to keep an eye on eBay UK or DE.
 
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Old 09-10-2007, 02:25 PM
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Default RE: 1997 A8 Clear corners, new springs

the clear corners are only available on the European A8s...the US spec cars came with amber ones. they turn up once in a blue moon on ebay.co.uk and ebay.de or i think eurosport.com or something gets them once in a while...VERY expensive tho...$150+ for the pair! as for springs, the Eibachs are pretty much the only spring most 8 owners go with. they usually pair them with Bilstein shocks or they go with H&R coilovers for an adjustable/lower but stiffer setup.
 
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Old 09-26-2007, 01:28 PM
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Default RE: 1997 A8 Clear corners, new springs

ECS Tuning has them: HERE
 
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