how much to replace complete DRC system..............

[hlbeckley]

Man I have the clunk back again in back right and it's bouncey again too grrrrr!
Stealer "fixed" this a few month back

[denboy1]

Does sound like a crap system the DRC after reading some stories on here.

[coffey555]

The DRC is a great system when it works. The latest version seems to have addressed the reliabitiy issues too when installed correctly.

I agree the KW V3's are great, ride comfort is pretty good as well.

But when you fit uprated ARB's (which you will do unless you like high speed body roll) the ride becomes quite harsh around town.

I do love my current setup but if I am honest, the standard setup is still the better compromise on a non-trackday car.

[neilparf]

Does sound like a crap system the DRC after reading some stories on here.

On the contrary - when DRC is set-up correctly as Coffey mentions, there's little than can get close for everyday driving...

The system is very good - if replaced like-for-like you need to entrust it to a tech who know's DRC, has the correct tool and does not over or under pressurise and equally drains the fluid out completely from the rest of the system before any work - it's a fussy process apparently and easy to get wrong by a inexperienced tech in DRC...

[stu]

Sounds like with a bit of work you can get aftermarket KW v3's to work pretty well too. You save some cash and get to play with all the different settings.

But... I think DRC is fantastic. Just like the high revving V8, it's part of the car's character. Tyneside Audi have DRC equipment and techs trained to use it. I had mine pressure checked, flushed and repressurised aged 5 (as an experiment more than anything else) - I couldn't quite believe it would've kept it's pressure from the factory, but it did. Last month (aged 7) the car needed the two rear shocks replacing and didn't think twice about it. It handles like a dream, even on rough B roads.

[geordie jay]

which audi garage you on about stu? is that the silverlink one mate

[stu]

which audi garage you on about stu? is that the silverlink one mate

Yes, the one at Silverlink is called Tyneside Audi. Perversely, the one in the city and actually beside the river Tyne is called Newcastle Audi. They're the same group/owner, but apart from one job I've stuck with Tyneside (at Silverlink). Was originally for 'better the devil you know' reasons but now I get on well with the workshop manager. He's a proper mechanic in an Audi Tech disguise.

I've probably stuck with the dealership longer than most sane people would but that's what good customer service does to me.

The AD has it's limits though. I get stuff done at Revolution too - in fact it's in there now to have a vacuum issue diagnosed. I think you need an intimate knowledge for stuff like that so I went straight to them.

[geordie jay]

yeah im in the market for a rs4 and was wondering what the audi garage was like at the silverlink.some garages try to rip you off when for example you take it in for a service then when you go to pick it up they say it needs 1k worth of work doing lol.

[stu]

yeah im in the market for a rs4 and was wondering what the audi garage was like at the silverlink.some garages try to rip you off when for example you take it in for a service then when you go to pick it up they say it needs 1k worth of work doing lol.

I think they all give advisories. For example, they told me the rear DRC shocks (more the conections to the pipes) were badly corroded when I was getting the sport suspension converted to sports suspension plus. I didn't need to replace them but I decided to have it done at the same time. Could've saved myself a few quid and waited until the corrosion caused a problem. Good advisories are backed up with some good knowledge and explanations. Sometimes dealerships aren't too hot in this respect - I always used to get the feeling the grease monkeys were prevented from speaking to the public but I don't find that any more. The whole shiny customer service area model that works for the 95% doesn't work with the likes of us forum weirdos.

[stu]

yeah im in the market for a rs4 and was wondering what the audi garage was like at the silverlink.some garages try to rip you off when for example you take it in for a service then when you go to pick it up they say it needs 1k worth of work doing lol.

I think they all give advisories. For example, they told me the rear DRC shocks (more the conections to the pipes) were badly corroded when I was getting the sport suspension converted to sports suspension plus. I didn't need to replace them but I decided to have it done at the same time. Could've saved myself a few quid and waited until the corrosion caused a problem. Good advisories are backed up with some good knowledge and explanations. Sometimes dealerships aren't too hot in this respect - I always used to get the feeling the grease monkeys were prevented from speaking to the public but I don't find that any more. The whole shiny customer service area model that works for the 95% doesn't work with the likes of us forum weirdos.

Oh and p.s. I can't really comment on the sales side. I got my car from them but I don't buy enough cars to know if they are any better than others. I always hate dealing with salesmen!

[geordie jay]

ok mate cheers,

[Ginors4]

KWv3 complete suspension replacement was about £1700 fitted when I had mine done a year or so ago

How do you find it?

Denboy, why dont you run it down to Rich, he sorted mine.

[denboy1]

KWv3 complete suspension replacement was about £1700 fitted when I had mine done a year or so ago

How do you find it?

Denboy, why dont you run it down to Rich, he sorted mine.

Which Rich are we talking about? would it be the one at RG MOTORSPORT, if so, I must know you from another forum.

[Ginors4]

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[denboy1]

viewtopic.php?f=64&t=108540

Lol, what a rubbish memory I have.