FWD Suspension Question
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FWD Suspension Question
Just a little about me (Skip this for the question):
The audi is a 2001(maybe .5) silver manual FWD, got a sweet deal on it too. I used to have a Lexus gs300 with a 2jzgte, but I had to get rid of it
. This is my first German car so im still getting used to the way some things are on the car, but i'm pretty excited for the potential the 1.8t motor has. Ive got 19inch Falken Koblenz sitting in the garage, and intend to do the whole apr stage 2 setup (Ill post pics as soon as I get the suspension done).
The Question
I'm installing Tien S. Tech springs on the FWD A4. The struts arent the standard Macphearson's so I ran into an issue. On the rear, I cant seem to find the bolts that hold the top of the strut assembly. Ive torn apart the trunk/put the rear seats down and I still cant find them (seems like theirs 2). Ive seen the DIY on audizine however that is for the AWD which is vastly different. So if anyone know's where they are id appreciate the info!
Thanks, Ill post pics 2moro if it'll help.
The audi is a 2001(maybe .5) silver manual FWD, got a sweet deal on it too. I used to have a Lexus gs300 with a 2jzgte, but I had to get rid of it
. This is my first German car so im still getting used to the way some things are on the car, but i'm pretty excited for the potential the 1.8t motor has. Ive got 19inch Falken Koblenz sitting in the garage, and intend to do the whole apr stage 2 setup (Ill post pics as soon as I get the suspension done).The Question
I'm installing Tien S. Tech springs on the FWD A4. The struts arent the standard Macphearson's so I ran into an issue. On the rear, I cant seem to find the bolts that hold the top of the strut assembly. Ive torn apart the trunk/put the rear seats down and I still cant find them (seems like theirs 2). Ive seen the DIY on audizine however that is for the AWD which is vastly different. So if anyone know's where they are id appreciate the info!
Thanks, Ill post pics 2moro if it'll help.
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Just for future reference for anyone else.
There are 2 strut bolts for each strut, Located in the trunk area. The easiest way to access it, is to put down the rear seats, and Pull the carpet/padding right next to where the seat belt comes from. You cant reach the bolts unless you pull out the foam. The location is impossible to miss after you take all the padding/carpet out, just look for the yellow foam and pull it out. The 2 bolts will be their, 13mm and not much free space to turn.
There are 2 strut bolts for each strut, Located in the trunk area. The easiest way to access it, is to put down the rear seats, and Pull the carpet/padding right next to where the seat belt comes from. You cant reach the bolts unless you pull out the foam. The location is impossible to miss after you take all the padding/carpet out, just look for the yellow foam and pull it out. The 2 bolts will be their, 13mm and not much free space to turn.
Why fwd? I'm not usually the guy that says quattro>fwd but if you plan on going Stage 2 fwd has a hard time putting that power to pavement in 1st. Was it just that good of a deal? I'm not trying to bash fwd (unless your phil 
) It has just been an issue for the b5 with anything more than stock... post some pics when done with the drop!!!!
) It has just been an issue for the b5 with anything more than stock... post some pics when done with the drop!!!!
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