Im new to the Audi world, I own a few 300zx Twin Turbo's and a 370z. I work on them religiously so I am pretty seasoned when it comes to working on cars.
I picked up a 98.5 Audi A4 2.8 quattro 5 spd w/110k on it. It is lowered on some Eibach springs, but needs some ball joints on the front control arms/tie rods. I did search and found a few kits but im looking for some direction on a good one yet reasonably priced one to get.
Thanks in advance!

 

Try fcpgroton.com they have the name brands and their own stuff, makes sure you PB blaster that crap a hell of a lot then heat it up. spent the last 2 days taking mine apart, literally.

 

Also try searching the correct FCPGroton kit on eBay first as they are often posted at a cheaper price. Find the product/order number and call the company explaining you are interested in it and order over the phone. The price differences vary from time to time but if you catch it right, can save you a little bit.

I have the FCPGroton kit (as do many members on here). Shipping was pretty quick.



A few websites you'll find useful for parts

www.blauparts.com
www.germanautoparts.com
www.ecstuning.com

 

i installed the FCP Groton kit about a year ago.. no complaints

 

yea i never had complaints with my FCP kit on my bimmer or audi (so far) although my bimmer sway bar link got a little klinky after some abusive driving.

 

Thanks for the input! Ill order the FCP kit up. This is just my DD so there wont be any insane driving in it.

 

you should be all set then, you really can't tell the differance beside the name branded on it.

 

another vote for FCP. basically got the whole front end parts for less than 300.

 

With it being lowered, do the stock arms have adjustable camber? With the Z's, they do not so normally youd have to buy a complete Adjustable control arm kit in order to get the alignment within spec.

 

Stock control arms do not have camber adjustment.. It's not really necessary from what I understand 'til you're around 22.5"ish GTF. With lowering springs you're probably around 25. Go on audizine forums in the b5 section and find the group buy section. You'll see FCP groton's Full control arm set starting at 205 shipped. They have 3 options, read the thread for more info. I've had mine for 8 months now and they're doing very well.

There is a great DIY on control arms in the DIY section here on audiforums also.