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08-05-2013, 12:54 PM
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I bought the 4 uppers on a group buy and they lasted just past the 1 year warranty and 15k miles. Both of the front ones are loose in the ball joint and making noise at low speed turns.
I decided to go with Dorman ones from Rock Auto because they are just as cheap and are actually lifetime warranty no matter who installs them. Plus, Rock Auto is very good in helping their customers with warranty claims. The only problem is Dorman doesn't make a lower front control arm that fits the aluminum uprights. I had to go with another brand for those two.
For <$400 you can order each arm seperately from RA along with TREs and sway bar links, and just pick up a bolt kit from ECS or FCPEuro.
08-05-2013, 04:36 PM
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Ya know, we discuss this about every 2 months. What part of "most kits are crap" has been unclear? Seriously - replace using only OEM - (TRW, Lemfordrer) and replace only the parts that need replacement. If you use quality parts and install them properly, they tend to last 85-100k miles. Miss either and you are SOL in 20k miles.
The Meyle HD may be good. But its still more of a gamble than i would take.
I seriously doubt you need more than a few new parts - so i also dont think replacing a boatload will save you much money. It will only guarantee you grief.
Grant
The Meyle HD may be good. But its still more of a gamble than i would take.
I seriously doubt you need more than a few new parts - so i also dont think replacing a boatload will save you much money. It will only guarantee you grief.
Grant
08-05-2013, 05:27 PM
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They only guarantee them for life if they are installed by an ASE certified mechanic. Otherwise, if you DIY it's a 1 year guarantee.
I bought the 4 uppers on a group buy and they lasted just past the 1 year warranty and 15k miles. Both of the front ones are loose in the ball joint and making noise at low speed turns.
I decided to go with Dorman ones from Rock Auto because they are just as cheap and are actually lifetime warranty no matter who installs them. Plus, Rock Auto is very good in helping their customers with warranty claims. The only problem is Dorman doesn't make a lower front control arm that fits the aluminum uprights. I had to go with another brand for those two.
For <$400 you can order each arm seperately from RA along with TREs and sway bar links, and just pick up a bolt kit from ECS or FCPEuro.
I bought the 4 uppers on a group buy and they lasted just past the 1 year warranty and 15k miles. Both of the front ones are loose in the ball joint and making noise at low speed turns.
I decided to go with Dorman ones from Rock Auto because they are just as cheap and are actually lifetime warranty no matter who installs them. Plus, Rock Auto is very good in helping their customers with warranty claims. The only problem is Dorman doesn't make a lower front control arm that fits the aluminum uprights. I had to go with another brand for those two.
For <$400 you can order each arm seperately from RA along with TREs and sway bar links, and just pick up a bolt kit from ECS or FCPEuro.
08-06-2013, 04:36 AM
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I measured from the wheel well lip to the center of the wheel and then used a small jack to position the wheel at that height prior to torquing.
08-06-2013, 06:04 AM
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Ya know, we discuss this about every 2 months. What part of "most kits are crap" has been unclear? Seriously - replace using only OEM - (TRW, Lemfordrer) and replace only the parts that need replacement. If you use quality parts and install them properly, they tend to last 85-100k miles. Miss either and you are SOL in 20k miles.
The Meyle HD may be good. But its still more of a gamble than i would take.
I seriously doubt you need more than a few new parts - so i also dont think replacing a boatload will save you much money. It will only guarantee you grief.
Grant
The Meyle HD may be good. But its still more of a gamble than i would take.
I seriously doubt you need more than a few new parts - so i also dont think replacing a boatload will save you much money. It will only guarantee you grief.
Grant
08-06-2013, 07:47 AM
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From Audi dealers you get audi-branded parts (yes, from one of those two).
Form myriad places you can get the Lemforderer or TRW after-market. Pelican parts, ECS, RPM auto, ...
http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/...pg2.htm#item10
RPM - ask for Pat - 973.448-9440
(just a local foreign auto supply house i like to support)
Do a search. But get the quality parts, and replace only the ones that are worn.
Grant
Form myriad places you can get the Lemforderer or TRW after-market. Pelican parts, ECS, RPM auto, ...
http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/...pg2.htm#item10
RPM - ask for Pat - 973.448-9440
(just a local foreign auto supply house i like to support)
Do a search. But get the quality parts, and replace only the ones that are worn.
Grant
08-06-2013, 10:24 AM
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Here is where the hide the fine print about the lifetime warranty. The last bullet point below Our Advantage.
http://www.fcpeuro.com/page/about-us
http://www.fcpeuro.com/page/about-us
08-06-2013, 11:03 AM
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Here is where the hide the fine print about the lifetime warranty. The last bullet point below Our Advantage.
http://www.fcpeuro.com/page/about-us
http://www.fcpeuro.com/page/about-us
John:
We just launched our new "Guaranteed for Life" program which gives a satisfaction guarantee on all of our parts for life. Below is a link that explains everything and does not require a surcharge. Any questions just give us a call at 1-877-634-0063.
http://www.fcpeuro.com/page/lifetime-guarantee
Kind Regards,
{Mac@fcpeuro.com}
08-08-2013, 10:33 AM
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Just got email from FCPEuro re 'Guaranteed For Life' Program...
John:
We just launched our new "Guaranteed for Life" program which gives a satisfaction guarantee on all of our parts for life. Below is a link that explains everything and does not require a surcharge. Any questions just give us a call at 1-877-634-0063.
http://www.fcpeuro.com/page/lifetime-guarantee
Kind Regards,
{Mac@fcpeuro.com}
John:
We just launched our new "Guaranteed for Life" program which gives a satisfaction guarantee on all of our parts for life. Below is a link that explains everything and does not require a surcharge. Any questions just give us a call at 1-877-634-0063.
http://www.fcpeuro.com/page/lifetime-guarantee
Kind Regards,
{Mac@fcpeuro.com}