DRC Steel line repair

[TOPMAN]

Pipe # 10: https://audi-tradition-parts.de/p/tube- ... 4B3616805A
Pipe # 11: https://audi-tradition-parts.de/p/rohr- ... 4B3616806A

Hi RS6+

Unfortunately those links don't work from this forum post - but if they are DRC lines, then some caution because earlier cars had different lines and part numbers depending on VIN number.

Regards
Craig

[TOPMAN]

Scrappyloz,

you mention there is worn a hole in the no. 11 pipe. If the rest of the pipe is ok, and the pipe where the hole is, are accessible a solution is to cut the pipe there and insert a 1/4" union fitting with compression rings. Alternatively a flare union, but that need more space to be able to flare the pipe.
This would save you a lot of work if the rear subframe has to be dropped to replace it.

I haven't been able to locate the leak on my car yet, but if it turn out to be the no. 10 pipe from the quick connector I will definetly try to insert a union and a new piece of pipe.

I agree, a repair makes sense if possible as these lines are not cheap.

[TOPMAN]

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Hi Topman thanks for the reply. Its number 11 i need but seeing as you have to drop the rear subframe to replace it i may as well do 10 as well. They are discontinued by Audi in the UK

Where is Tradition are they based in Finland like you?

cheers
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Hi Scrappy

Audi Tradition are located in Ingolstadt, Germany.
If you are located inside the EU you can open your own personal account and they will deliver to EU addresses. They accept only business addresses and accounts outside of the EU. So if you are in the UK, items from Tradition become expensive quickly because of import taxes etc etc.

Are you in Norway?

Regards
Craig

[Shoppinit]

I think if I was going to be replacing / fixing pipes, I would find a way to fabricate my own sections and also add a way to measure the pressure in each circuit and provide a recharging point.

[RS620]

A couple of days ago I noticed a few drops of oil on the garage floor. It seems to drip from the spare wheel well. I noticed som pipes up there but was not able to locate the source.
Thanks for the drawing, that will help me identify the diferent parts and hopefully the leak.
I've just been waiting for the DRC to fail on my car also, and was mentally prepared to change to coilovers.
However, as my car is also completely stock I would prefer to keep the DRC if possible.

Hi RS6+

You are welcome to those diagrams I was in a Facebook conversation recently where we were talking with a owner about keeping or not keeping the DRC suspension which had started to fail. I feel for a standard non-plus RS6 changing to coil-overs is a wise decision and adds value to the car. However, the PLUS holds it's value and if a potential seller can prove they have replaced parts as needed and maintained the system, then this could hold it's value better.
The good news for you is that all the critical components are still available new! There is a company in the UK selling 4 new shocks for £260 (crazy cheap price) and all the pipes and valves are available from Audi Tradition. It shows that you are located in Norway, so you should be able to purchase from Tradition, but if you a problem I can help and located in Finland.

Please let us know how your fault finding continues.

Regards
Craig Barlow

Craig do you have a link to the DRC shocks at that price please?

[asgor]

He may be referring to this: https://www.ebay.com/itm/402652927136