Thanks to everyone who helped me with my question on the headlights in my last post. Once I get time to work on it more my self knowing what I do now thanks to you guys I will post an update .Now I'm looking for some information about the rear subframes. Mine has a ton of rust along with the rear control arms so I'll be replacing it and them this winter. My first question is are all the rear subframes the same for the 2.0T and 3.2 and the 2.5 ? I have a 3.2 and am wondering if I can pick up any old rust free mk2 rear sub and call it a day. My second question is about the control arms. Has anyone used an aftermarket non oem set of arms that were good quality? I don't want to have to purchase the OEM arms from Audi. Last question is what bushings and sway bar would you recommend? Thank you all for the input and this forum has already taught me so much so thanks for that as well.
KevinIsley
I believe 2WD and AWD vehicles use different rear subframes.
Same goes for convertibles vs coupes.
Also, some older MK2's (i.e 3.2l) used different rubber mounting points. Not sure if the newer style subframe is backwards compatible?
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New style
Companies that manufacture OE parts for Audi will be cheaper than the same OEM-branded parts purchased through a dealer.
Lots of aftermarket companies sell anti-sway / roll bars. Recommend you stick to companies that specialize in spring components (i.e Whiteline, H&R, Vogtland) since they will be designed for function rather than looks.
Same goes for convertibles vs coupes.
Also, some older MK2's (i.e 3.2l) used different rubber mounting points. Not sure if the newer style subframe is backwards compatible?
Old style
New style
Companies that manufacture OE parts for Audi will be cheaper than the same OEM-branded parts purchased through a dealer.
Lots of aftermarket companies sell anti-sway / roll bars. Recommend you stick to companies that specialize in spring components (i.e Whiteline, H&R, Vogtland) since they will be designed for function rather than looks.
Got a part number for a mythical aluminum rear subframe?Johneve said:
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