Hi guys/gals,
I'm having issues with my RS6 handling. The problem I have is when I pass over ruts in the road or sunken drains. Obviously I try to avoid it when possible but I seem to have the problem occur on any surface that isn't smooth tarmac. A key example of where this happens is if you travel northbound on the M42, just after the junction for the M40 where the white concrete surface is where the traffic management system begins.
Anyway, the issue I have is that the car is very unstable and it feels like it is struggling for traction and in extreme situations the car feels like it is fish tailing and not absorbing the small bumps in quick succession. I have got 4 new Avon tyres at 40psi (manufacturers recommendation) so my tyre tread is perfect.
I have a 2003 RS6 Avant with the 19" alloys. So, yeah, does anyone have any ideas as to what my problem is or has experienced it before and therefore can tell me what the fix is? Any input would be most appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Handling Issues
RE: Handling Issues
Have you read any other threads?
It sounds like the DRC and has been documented many times.
Steve
It sounds like the DRC and has been documented many times.
Steve
2011 Audi RS3 Daytona Grey | 2003 Audi RS6 Avant Ebony Black
RE: Handling Issues
Just read one below mate and yes, it sounds very much like another chap on here. Sorry for being a novice, but what is the DRC?
Cheers.
Cheers.
RE: Handling Issues
Defintely DRC. I saw you asked what it was in another thread. It's a special suspension system that is supposed to be a compromise between sporty handling and cruising comfort but in reality is a dangerous and unreliable pile of turd (no, I'm not bitter). Anyway, unless you've got a warranty then your best bet is to replace with coilovers. I like Bilstein PSS9, but there are plenty of other options.
Daytona RS6 C5 Avant. Viper'd, Billies, Waggers, MTM box brain, C6 stoppers, xcarlink, R8 coolant cap (woohoo)
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
RE: Handling Issues
Just posted on your other reply.
Dynamic Ride Control.
It is a pressurised system linking the corner shocks.
If you still have DRC then that will be your problem for sure.
If you don't have warranty then rip it out and replace with coilovers.
Steve
Dynamic Ride Control.
It is a pressurised system linking the corner shocks.
If you still have DRC then that will be your problem for sure.
If you don't have warranty then rip it out and replace with coilovers.
Steve
RE: Handling Issues
Who was it that put Koni's on? THey only had good things to say about them and they are cheap as chips.
Daytona RS6 C5 Avant. Viper'd, Billies, Waggers, MTM box brain, C6 stoppers, xcarlink, R8 coolant cap (woohoo)
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
RE: Handling Issues
Excellent. I'll look into it. Any ideas on how much they will set me back? As far as I'm aware it is completely standard and it is indeed out of warranty.
RE: Handling Issues
H&Rs are about £1400, Bilsteins are a bit more. Other options are the KW v3 and those are the main choices. Oh, the non-adjustable Bilstein PSS I've heard good things about and are quite a lot cheaper than the H&R. There's a bit of a world shortage of Billies at the moment. I'm betting they're retooling to release a version HIII.
Daytona RS6 C5 Avant. Viper'd, Billies, Waggers, MTM box brain, C6 stoppers, xcarlink, R8 coolant cap (woohoo)
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
RE: Handling Issues
Ah, so nice and cheap then........!!!! 
Just to compare, how much would standard DRCs be? And both of you would strongly recommend going for coilovers?
Just to compare, how much would standard DRCs be? And both of you would strongly recommend going for coilovers?
RE: Handling Issues
Everyone would strongly recommend going for coilovers! (otherwise they would be instantly banned from here! 
)
Standard DRC is about £3k down the drain, coilovers are around £1.5k of sound investment. Your choice
)Standard DRC is about £3k down the drain, coilovers are around £1.5k of sound investment. Your choice
RE: Handling Issues
<beep> the sheets! Coilovers it is then!! So, what coilovers would people strongly recommend, ie. their first choice?
RE: Handling Issues
Bilstein PSS9's, but not cheap. H&R many have and seem to be happy with
Steve
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RS6 gone, R32 gone, M3 gone, Porsche Cayenne Turbo gone, Boring A6 saloon gone, Boring A6 Avant going in 5 weeks . Maybe RS5 or S5 Hatchback to come...
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RS6 gone, R32 gone, M3 gone, Porsche Cayenne Turbo gone, Boring A6 saloon gone, Boring A6 Avant going in 5 weeks
. Maybe RS5 or S5 Hatchback to come...RE: Handling Issues
Did you do any research on the RS6 before you bought one mate? This would be the first thing to pop up on the radar if you had. Just wait til Mooch turns up on this.
DRC is only the start mate, i hope you checked the service costs and potential gearbox issues (NO WARRANTY!!!!!!!!! Best of luck). £1.5k for coilovers is a blessing!
DRC is only the start mate, i hope you checked the service costs and potential gearbox issues (NO WARRANTY!!!!!!!!! Best of luck). £1.5k for coilovers is a blessing!
Now Sold!
'03 Daytona Grey RS6 Avant.
Bilstein PSS9's - bloody amazing.
275 Vreds.
MRC custom map with TCU.
Miltek Resonated.
Hi Flow filters.
Piano inserts with natural leather.
19" 'Plus' (Grey) rims.
Pioneer Avic-D3 (to replace RNS-D) inc DVD, Nav, Ipod Movies, Bluetooth and much more.
'03 Daytona Grey RS6 Avant.
Bilstein PSS9's - bloody amazing.
275 Vreds.
MRC custom map with TCU.
Miltek Resonated.
Hi Flow filters.
Piano inserts with natural leather.
19" 'Plus' (Grey) rims.
Pioneer Avic-D3 (to replace RNS-D) inc DVD, Nav, Ipod Movies, Bluetooth and much more.
Re: RE: Handling Issues
Not Koni's, but Konigsports. ANd it was Golfather. Might be worth asking him how they are doing 6 months down the line...Shoppinit wrote:Who was it that put Koni's on? THey only had good things to say about them and they are cheap as chips.
Daytona RS6 C5 Avant. Viper'd, Billies, Waggers, MTM box brain, C6 stoppers, xcarlink, R8 coolant cap (woohoo)
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
///M3 E46 | XC90 (V8, natch) | Passat GTE | RR Classic V8 flapper
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at and repair."
RE: Handling Issues
Now, now! Let’s not turn this rape into a murder! We can’t scare the poor chap too much, he's already driving around with a live whale strapped to his bonnet.
Now, Mr. Wint11 – please go through your receipts and Audi service notes that you should have got with the car upon purchase (if you don't have any receipts etc then forget about ever selling the car for anything close to it's value). If the car has had DRC issues within the last two years and it has been replaced then you should still have an Audi warranty on those parts (the other forum mongers should be able to verify this). I'm not advocating DRC as a replacement, I'm the last person at the moment that ever would, BUT, it's an option available to you, and it's an option that could cost you nought and give you some time (if they replace it with v4 DRC) to make your next move.
Just my 2p worth and you get what you pay for.
Now, Mr. Wint11 – please go through your receipts and Audi service notes that you should have got with the car upon purchase (if you don't have any receipts etc then forget about ever selling the car for anything close to it's value). If the car has had DRC issues within the last two years and it has been replaced then you should still have an Audi warranty on those parts (the other forum mongers should be able to verify this). I'm not advocating DRC as a replacement, I'm the last person at the moment that ever would, BUT, it's an option available to you, and it's an option that could cost you nought and give you some time (if they replace it with v4 DRC) to make your next move.
Just my 2p worth and you get what you pay for.
No matter where you go, there you are.
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