Drc replaced and recharge needed

[marc1]

Just over £900 for Bilstein PSS B14's at Revolution. Give One of the Glenn's a call. Based in Newcastle too, so could fit for you.

[X1MYS]

Yep thanks guys il try glen at revo and get a part report of the stealers

[marc1]

http://www.revolution247.com/bilstein-b ... -47-119444

Give them a call though, ask for Little Glenn, tell him you're a forum member and he'll sort you out.

[X1MYS]

Thanks Marc spoke to him and he said good things about them anyone had them fitted ??

[marc1]

I've driven an avant that had them fitted. It was also on 20's with very low profile rubber and it drove really well.

[RichieRS]

Ahh that sucks about the quote from Audi!!!!.

Sounds like your having more luck with selecting a set of coilovers though.

[X1MYS]

Yep it sure does but I think the coil overs is the best option.
Wasn't impressed with Stockport Audi the technician I spoke to said 3 of the shocks are leaking so we recommend you change all 4 and we recommend you change the central valve unit also
So I asked why is the valve unit gone also he said no it's just a recommendation but we will only do the work of you have it all done. Took me 3 calls just to find out if they even had a look at the car !! Not impressed !!

[Pistolpete2543]

Sounds like they're pulling a fast one. Very unlikely the valve will be damaged from minor leak on the dampers. Given that you are the paying customer, I would have thought you tell them what you want done and they do it. That's what I've always done at least.

[X1MYS]

That's what I said but he refused saying to guarantee the work we would have to change all or nothing !!!

[Dolphie]

The whole of the DRC replacing for £2100!. I'd sign up for that. Shocks are c£200 each, flexi pipes c£100 each plus a recharge and fitting of shocks etc.

If you need the diagonal pipes replacing then you are talking c£700 in parts plus a lot of labour. That's before you even get to the argument about whether you need a new central valve or not.

I think you need a clear itemised list of parts they intend to replace before you decide what to do. Either that or just drive round to UNIT20 and get it done properly

[johnnydog]

As you are in the North West, I would strongly recommend trying Preston Audi if you decide to keep the original setup. I have first hand knowledge that they have replaced /regassed the DRC on several B7 RS4's recently.
Not all Audi dealerships have the equipment for the DRC - they have to 'rent it' from Audi, and it follows that without this equipment, the technicians may not be as familiar with DRC issues as those at a site who actually have bought their own. Preston actually own their own DRC equipment. I had issues with the DRC on my B8, and the dealership that I got the car from (Donacter Audi) didn't have their own, and had to get it to carry out the job. Had I known that, I may have gone elsewhere
Have had my B7 serviced regularly by Preston Audi; just know that they do know their DRC, in case it is of any help to you..

[X1MYS]

Thanks johnny it makes sense to give to a dealer with the equipment in house il bear in mind but I think I have decided on scrapping the Drc and going for coil overs instead gives me peace of mind that they are done with no more issues

[MikeFish]

I did try to tell you to go to unit 20 and Audi are useless with DRC. I dont think you are any wiser now than before you went. It might still only need a recharge. Take it to unit 20, they will tell you very quickly what is wrong and whether you are better off getting coilovers or not.

[X1MYS]

I did ring Grizz but he couldn't get me in til mid October so I thought I'd give Audi a go only because it went for a recharge and there was only a difference of £20 in cost between what unit20 quoted and Stockport Audi quoted didn't think they would drop this on me but hey we live and learn !!!

[X1MYS]

Just an update had my Bilstein B14 delivered can't wait to get them on this week along with new discs and pads cars been off the road for 5 weeks can't wait to get back in the beast !!!