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Post by murph22 » Mon Jul 20, 2015 9:34 pm

I need to change the arms on my car, and was looking for some advice, I have searched but cant find the answer to the
question I have.

The car has been dropped on KW springs and is great, but there is wear on the inner shoulders of the front tyres. Will a full set of new arms cure this or do
I need adjustable top arms??

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Re: Arms

Post by MikeFish » Mon Jul 20, 2015 9:44 pm

Have you had the wheels aligned since lowering it? You might find that your wheels might need some adjustments but are still in tolerance. However, if you find that the front camber is too far out then you need adjustable top arms as the OEM arms don't allow you to adjust camber on the front axle.

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Re: Arms

Post by Rick_RS4 » Mon Jul 20, 2015 10:15 pm

mine was lowered on kw springs and never had a problem is it really low?

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Re: Arms

Post by murph22 » Mon Jul 20, 2015 10:52 pm

Mike, the springs were fitted by a Tuner in the Northwest who made a mess of them, I then had to take it to MRC for a remap and they correctly adjusted the springs for me and carried out an alignment. At the time they mentioned the arms would need replacing in the future and in the last few months I've noticed the front end is wishy washy.

Rick, its not really low in my opinion, MRC adjusted the springs to the correct height. I'm away at the moment but when I'm home Il throw up some pics. I think I will go with
the 034 kit and see how it holds up.

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Re: Arms

Post by Gavla » Tue Jul 21, 2015 8:02 pm

I have this setup and went for Stern Adjustable Top arms that MRC aligned and fitted. I've read they’re better quality than the 034 and serviceable with replaceable bushings. ;-)

http://www.purems.com/Products/ST-CAKIT ... ol-Arm-Kit
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Re: Arms

Post by Noyjatat » Tue Jul 21, 2015 9:43 pm

The stern ones are one of the easiest to adjust as they have a barrel adjuster.

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Post by Rs4. » Tue Jul 21, 2015 9:49 pm

Where are you chaps getting the stern arm please ?
Rs4 phantom black b7 avant : Mrc stage2 manifold: Bmc filter :Black optics exhaust :kW springs :trups led lighting :10mm rear h&R spacers :front 8mm H&R spacers :Carbon front splitter,& oil cooler :Carbon seat backs :hel braided hoses :
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Re: Arms

Post by Gavla » Tue Jul 21, 2015 10:09 pm

#1Rs4 wrote:Where are you chaps getting the stern arm please ?
Its worth giving Ben a ring @MRC - this is where I sourced mine from. Otherwise a quick Google shows JHM or Pure Motorsport sell these online.
RS4 (B7) Saloon Phantom Black, Black Optics, Tech Pack, KW Lowering Spring Kit, Stern Adjustable Arms, MRC Stage 2, Stage 1 Manifold, CAF, LOBA Stage 1 Clutch,
447ps/490nm (MRC), Scorpion Exhaust Non-Res Black Tips, Pre-cats gutted, Shadow Black Chrome Alloys, Viper Alarm, LED Interior lights, Tints

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Post by gt2 » Wed Jul 22, 2015 1:18 am

Ive just ordered a set of 034 motorsport arns. I didnt know this other kit was available tbh. are they really any better?

You can buy replacement bushes for the 034 Motorsport ones as well.

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Re: Arms

Post by Rs4. » Wed Jul 22, 2015 7:11 am

Gavla wrote:
#1Rs4 wrote:Where are you chaps getting the stern arm please ?
Its worth giving Ben a ring @MRC - this is where I sourced mine from. Otherwise a quick Google shows JHM or Pure Motorsport sell these online.


Cheers for info :thumbs:
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Re: Arms

Post by RIV » Wed Jul 22, 2015 8:16 am

Postby gt2 » Wed Jul 22, 2015 1:18 am
Ive just ordered a set of 034 motorsport arns. I didnt know this other kit was available tbh. are they really any better?

You can buy replacement bushes for the 034 Motorsport ones as well.
I've got them on mine, they are fine! Just take a little longer to set up. :thumbs:

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Re: Arms

Post by gt2 » Thu Jul 23, 2015 8:13 am

RIV wrote:
Postby gt2 » Wed Jul 22, 2015 1:18 am
Ive just ordered a set of 034 motorsport arns. I didnt know this other kit was available tbh. are they really any better?

You can buy replacement bushes for the 034 Motorsport ones as well.
I've got them on mine, they are fine! Just take a little longer to set up. :thumbs:
Nice one. They do look a bit tight for access. It won't be me in there though Image

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