A4 Avant "stance" Lower
#1
A4 Avant "stance" Lower
Hi
I have a A4 avant "97"
I want to lower it and go up a wheel size, also i want to stiffen it up a bit by useing strut brace.
Seen this pic on ebay and want my car to have the same stance. How much would i have to lower it by and what size wheels are in the pic.
Any other advice on lowering my car would be greatful appreicated
Have a good christmas
Thanks for your time
doj
I have a A4 avant "97"
I want to lower it and go up a wheel size, also i want to stiffen it up a bit by useing strut brace.
Seen this pic on ebay and want my car to have the same stance. How much would i have to lower it by and what size wheels are in the pic.
Any other advice on lowering my car would be greatful appreicated
Have a good christmas
Thanks for your time
doj
#3
Re: A4 Avant "stance" Lower
The rims in question are most likely a 17" or 18" rim, I've seen then in both sizes. To figure out the size of tire you need keeping the proper outer diameter so your speedo stays in check you can plug your original tire size into this online calculator and play around with tire sizes to get the proper outer diameter... Tire size calculator
I'm guessing at the ride height but it looks like it is lowered about 1.5" and you can do this with lowering springs which would be the cheapest option. You will also want to get shocks that are designed for lowered cars as well so the suspension works properly.
I'm guessing at the ride height but it looks like it is lowered about 1.5" and you can do this with lowering springs which would be the cheapest option. You will also want to get shocks that are designed for lowered cars as well so the suspension works properly.
#4
Re: A4 Avant "stance" Lower
The wheels shown are not likely OEM as they don't have OEM caps. That said they do look like 18's. As far as lowing is concerned, Corrado is right that lowering springs will achieve the look BUT ride wont be ideal and dont expect the shocks to last ... For what its worth, I had Neuspeed Bilsteins with OEM springs on my B5. They shock bodies have notches to allow some height adjustment. They lowered the car nicely and more importantly improved the handling immensely without providing a harsh ride.
I'm not sure what the fender to ground measurements were for the B5 but for comparisons sake, my B6 USP stock height (sport package) was approx. 27" fender to ground. Here's what it looked like after being lowered on coilovers to a shade over 25" fender to ground:
I'm not sure what the fender to ground measurements were for the B5 but for comparisons sake, my B6 USP stock height (sport package) was approx. 27" fender to ground. Here's what it looked like after being lowered on coilovers to a shade over 25" fender to ground:
#5
Re: A4 Avant "stance" Lower
Lowering a car takes more than just replacing your springs. You could get away with it for a while but the consequences are blown shocks/struts down the line. I suggest replacing the shock/strut when considering replacing the springs to a shorter one. But then again, I have always been an advocate of "getting it done properly or don't do it". I have posted a thread regarding deals on coilover kits and the may be found HERE. Hope this helps!
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Re: A4 Avant "stance" Lower
Ok thanks all
MKSU19 --- sorry to sound so Dull, but i am
Is this everything i need in the links you posted ?
stratmosphere com
XXtreme Dual Adjustable Coilovers!
V-Maxx Audi A4 B5 Front Drive Full Coilover Suspension Kit. $549
Or do i need to buy the shock/strut separately ,,, Any links for them PLEASE
Like to do things properly too, Just dont know how to do it, just have to get the parts and then i can get someone to sort it all out for me.
know what i want from the car,,,, but dont know what parts i need to get
Thanks again
Doj
MKSU19 --- sorry to sound so Dull, but i am
Is this everything i need in the links you posted ?
stratmosphere com
XXtreme Dual Adjustable Coilovers!
V-Maxx Audi A4 B5 Front Drive Full Coilover Suspension Kit. $549
Or do i need to buy the shock/strut separately ,,, Any links for them PLEASE
Like to do things properly too, Just dont know how to do it, just have to get the parts and then i can get someone to sort it all out for me.
know what i want from the car,,,, but dont know what parts i need to get
Thanks again
Doj
#7
Re: A4 Avant "stance" Lower
EDIT: Make sure to order the specific item for your car (i.e. Quattro models vs. FWD models). For the FWD kit, click HERE to place your order!
Last edited by mksu19; 12-27-2010 at 07:08 PM.
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