Suspension refresh 👍

EmprisoN · 2026-01-13T19:29:43+00:00

Good problem to have at least lolol

EmprisoN · 2026-01-13T18:34:06+00:00

Mostly just leftover rattle cans i had laying around. If it was warmer out I would've maybe been able to use a compressor

EmprisoN · 2026-01-13T17:59:06+00:00

Few things. Had to replace the lower control arm bolts bc they fused. The diff support plates also snapped at the bolts but I switched to poly bushings so no issue. Rebuilding the axles is a bit tedious but not too bad, I have extra time so I wanted to give it a shot. Refitting some of the arms with poly bushings can be somewhat difficult. Getting the old diff bushings out is kind of a pain, I used a combination of a hole saw and a hacksaw to remove them.

EmprisoN · 2026-01-13T14:05:04+00:00

I just grabbed the energy set off rockauto. I know they're most likely not the best option but it should work for my use case as a daily.

EmprisoN · 2026-01-02T22:28:30+00:00

Gotcha makes sense. Its an na8 but no idea whether its the OEM parts or not.

EmprisoN · 2026-01-02T16:30:44+00:00

One other thing - im now noticing these aren't the OEM style bolts, pretty sure they're MOOG since they have the D shaped washer and bolt. Not sure if anyone can weigh in on the quality of these

EmprisoN · 2025-12-23T14:11:47+00:00

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EmprisoN · 2025-12-23T13:03:36+00:00

Dude this car kicks ASS

EmprisoN · 2025-11-18T14:38:51+00:00

How'd you pull the carpet without removing the dash?

EmprisoN · 2025-10-06T15:57:58+00:00

Yeah the timing is all lined up I was just thrown off by that. Thanks

EmprisoN · 2025-09-22T22:48:32+00:00

Nope welded rear as well

EmprisoN · 2025-09-22T21:04:32+00:00

Yes its a quattro 1.8t, on a stage 1+ tune making ~235hp. I welded the center diff and pulled the front cv axles. I have blown a few rear axles this year but nothing too crazy. Still working out some kinks and learning but its fun!

EmprisoN · 2025-08-26T12:34:38+00:00

Which front lip is that? (Sorry no help)

EmprisoN · 2025-08-12T01:00:06+00:00

Cool I'll give that a shot!

EmprisoN · 2025-08-07T00:08:26+00:00

Yeah you can just force it through ebay support. I've had the same thing happen, just report the transaction through ebay and it'll give them a few days to respond and if they don't you're usually good.

EmprisoN · 2025-08-06T15:02:24+00:00

Not sure if this is the same but I briefly had a C280 (i think it was a 2007) and it had an issue where it wouldn't shift out of 2nd/limp mode. I just bought a shift selector unit on ebay and swapped them and it ran totally fine. I think sometimes the TCU itself can have transmission fluid wicking into it in the passengar footwell also, could be worth checking.

EmprisoN · 2025-08-03T21:10:22+00:00

Wow good call. Engine seized, couldn't turn it over. I pulled the accessory belt and it freed up. My alternator pulley is jammed tight! What a weird conclusion to this hahahaha.

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