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Originally Posted by nsjames
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Originally Posted by eljay
My power steering reservoir is leaking, so I need to replace that. During another inspection, I got a note that the high-pressure PS line is "sweating". Is that just from the leaky reservoir or are those known to go? That is, should I replace it as well?
During the brake upgrade, I noticed that suspension refresh is needed. No leaks, but rear shocks show some rust bubbles.
The previous owner replaced rear passenger shock and I replaced front thrust arms a couple of years ago. The rest seems to be original and I'm at 86k miles and coming on 12 years.
With that, I'm starting to investigate the best suspension option for me. Paging tlow98 . 
Objectives:
- upgrade the suspension to factory Sport package spec.
- lowering: not needed, but tiny little bit would be welcome (0.5" max) - does Sport suspension provide that kind of a lowering drop?
- ride firmness: street, family car, so slightly firmer than non-sport, but smooth ride preferred.
With the above, my research led me to Bilstein B4 Sport shocks:
Front: https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo...&jsn=14611 and https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo...&jsn=14612
Rear: https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo...&jsn=14609
Now, what options do I have for Sport springs for E91 xDrive? Were there factory sport springs I should try to locate? Is there another combo that would work for an xDrive wagon?
I will also start making a list of bushings etc. to update.
Thanks!
p.s. I'm no expert, but E91 suspension setup looks miles simpler than the 8-arm front setup on my B6 Audi! |
A suggestion.
ST coil overs. They are specifically for an x drive e91. it rides like stock, but better. chopped up county roads at speed aren't a problem.
that's what I did and I'm quite happy.
think of it as a adjustable strut. uses the factory strut tops so remains nice.
this is as low as it can go and still be within alignment specs. which is actually exactly the distance that ST says is the lowest TUV approved height.
instructions were nice.
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Thanks for the suggestion.
Those look good. However, I know I would not have time to adjust them when I want, so it will be 'set it and forget it'. Plus with our salty winters, I probably wouldn't be able to do doing much adjusting after one season anyway. So, I don't see a need to spend double on something I won't fully utilize.