Replacement Bilstein Strut - PLEASE HELP!!

[mik15]

how good is the F&K ? i have just had a look over and the price is really reasonable, are they too firm making the ride to harsh?

[Shoppinit]

JCViggen says they're good. That's good enough for me.

[johnnyc75]

Hi Sweegie / Shoppinit

I have been speaking with Unit 20 (after speaking with Bilstein) have said this is part of the PSS9 kit?!?!?!?!?

Help!!

[sweegie]

That part number is not pss or pss9.

[bakustax]

Seem to remember reading somewhere that the PSS and PSS9 cannot be bought as single items or in parts...the whole kit or fu*k all

[johnnyc75]

Hi All,

I have found that the RS6 I have bought does not have the correct suspension fitted. It is in fact designed for an A6 / S6.

The car has a warranty - but will this cover the replacement of the suspension - based on the fact it could be classed as a danger????


Thanks
Johnny

[bakustax]

Hi All,

I have found that the RS6 I have bought does not have the correct suspension fitted. It is in fact designed for an A6 / S6.

The car has a warranty - but will this cover the replacement of the suspension - based on the fact it could be classed as a danger????


Thanks
Johnny

I'm not sure there would be too much difference...as long as the shocks are correct for a 4WD car of similar weight it shouldn’t be an issue

Edit
I've had a look at the options for the C5...If your shocks are Bilstein looks like the B16-PSS9 are recomended for the following Audi A6 variants
BILSTEIN B16 - PSS9 Coilovers for AUDI A6 (4B, C5) 1.8 T quattro, 2.4 quattro, 2.5 TDI quattro, 2.7 quattro, 2.7 T quattro, 2.8 quattro, 3.0 quattro, 3.7 quattro, 4.2 quattro, S6 quattro (02/97 - 01/05),RS6 (07/02 - 01/05)

I'd question the Garage as to why they think the shocks are wrong.

[Shoppinit]

DPO strikes again...

[grizz]

We have pas and pss9 kits in stock , I'm happy to sell 1 strut from a kit.

[bakustax]

We have pas and pss9 kits in stock , I'm happy to sell 1 strut from a kit.

Missed a trick there Chief...always replace in pairs...

[bilko1]

Hi All,

I have found that the RS6 I have bought does not have the correct suspension fitted. It is in fact designed for an A6 / S6.

The car has a warranty - but will this cover the replacement of the suspension - based on the fact it could be classed as a danger????


Thanks
Johnny

If the warranty is with warranty direct you have a cat in hells chance.
I'm sure someone posted that Bilstein will overhaul / recondition there suspension componants.

[johnnyc75]

Hi All

Thanks for your help on this.

I am assuming the suspension fitted is wrong as according to below it doesnt mention RS6!! The part below is currently on my car.

http://mailshot.motorsportworld.co.uk/f ... ID=1484143

Part No. Description Fitment Price
24-065092 Bilstein Rear B6 Shocks Audi A6 (4B, C5) 1.8 T quattro, 2.4 quattro, 2.5 TDI quattro, 2.7 quattro, 2.7 T quattro, 2.8 quattro, 3.0 quattro, 3.7 quattro, 4.2 quattro, S6 quattro 01/01 - 01/05 110 -250 kW

Can someone please confirm if it is the wrong part and not suitable for RS6 and will need to be replaced.

Thanks again all.

Johnny

[Shoppinit]

It's the wrong part for the RS6. It is suitable for these models:

http://web1.carparts-cat.com/default.as ... =5&31=3395

http://web1.carparts-cat.com/default.as ... 004&12=140

[johnnyc75]

Thanks Shoppinit - Based on this information am I looking at replacing all rear suspension then?!?!?!

[Shoppinit]

You could replace the strut(s) if you wanted to. If you were happy with the suspension before.

Depends what you want in terms of handling. Those struts are pretty cheap and cheerful and don't really belong on an RS6 TBH.

What's your budget? I like the PSS9 but they are pricey.