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Audi aluminum subframe on Mk7 Gti

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LeGti

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RjRacing said:
Yeah, I modded my fenders pretty extensively and still have some slight rubbing at times on one side with the spacers up front that I needed to clear the BBK. I actually contacted SRS-Tec about these a few weeks back and ordered their rear spoiler to see find out their quality. If the spoiler turns out well, I am going to get these fenders too. Once they come out with a camber solution I will likely invest in these arms if they are as good as they seem.
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Cool: looking forward to seeing your fender mods ;-)

Count on me for an unbiased review. If they're rubbish I'll say so. But my little finger says they're magic...
 
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ROK

Passed Driver's Ed
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SF, SD
I thought I read somewhere that the Superpro control arms and joints would not work with BBK's and possibly not with the PP/R brakes? This is apparently not the case? I would love to do a similar set up. Looks awesome man!
 
nikhsub1

nikhsub1

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Los Angeles
I have the same control arms and sway bars that I hope to install this weekend in my R... I'm not going to replace the subframe though - I just can't justify it even though it is a gorgeous part! I had the SuperPro LCA's on my MK6 and it makes a WORLD of difference in stability and feel, one of the best suspension mods you can do IMO.
 
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Mk620T

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Houston
Nice. In for the after-install impressions. Amazing how solid my TT felt over my mk4 considering that they were on identical platforms save the rear suspension. The upgraded parts definitely make a difference.
 
golfdave

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Mk7 Golf GT Estate
Do you fit the VWR dogbone mount for the gearbox rear mount as well? Just to complete the whole lightweight alu look?
 
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LeGti

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France
nik said:
I have the same control arms and sway bars that I hope to install this weekend in my R... I'm not going to replace the subframe though - I just can't justify it even though it is a gorgeous part! I had the SuperPro LCA's on my MK6 and it makes a WORLD of difference in stability and feel, one of the best suspension mods you can do IMO.
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That's what I heard over and over: the arms offer a significant improvement. Can't wait to try it!!
 
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LeGti

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TX_TDI said:
Nice. In for the after-install impressions. Amazing how solid my TT felt over my mk4 considering that they were on identical platforms save the rear suspension. The upgraded parts definitely make a difference.
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I'm really hoping the subframe, A-arms, bushings and Arbs fix what is imho the one of the Mk7´s shortcomings: poorly located suspension... Fingers crossed!!
 
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LeGti

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Location
France
I'll list the subframe bolts' part numbers. But, "while you're in there", ha ont gone through the work to drop the subframe, you might want to change:

- front sway bar,
- subframe dogbone bushing,
- A-arm bushings for the oem arms, or swap arms entirely,
- Downpipe as it becomes very accessible,
- boost pipes / DV

Also, I'd ask Tyrol Sport it their 8v Audi A3 deadset bolt kit will soon be released: might be worth the wait.

Ben.
 
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LeGti

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France
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Halvie

WOOSA
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WI
Probably better asked on vortex, but does anyone know if the S3 also has an aluminum rear subframe? Not finding many useful pictures. If so, this would most likely fit a new R, right?
 
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