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Originally Posted by MikkiJayne
V8 front subframes rot out frequently - at least 50% of the ones I get in the workshop are toast, usually just above the rear control arm mount so at least its easy to cut out the rot and weld in a new piece of plate. Its only the V6 which is protected by oil leaks  |
Well that sucks to hear. I guess when the time comes, hopefully won't be for a long while, I be looking for front and rear subframes that are rust free.
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2001 S8 (build date March 16th 2001) Brilliant black with oxblood red/black interior.
Mods prior to my ownership: 01E 6 speed, carbon fiber trim, bi-xenon, aftermarket muffler with x-pipe, tinted windows, non-tip steering wheel, Spal electric fan.
My mods: Oxblood red interior, LED interior lights, D3 ignition coils, new window tint, tip steering wheel with new S8 emblem, mk1 TT steering wheel air bag, mk1 TT 6 speed shift knob, new shift boot.
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2nd January 2021, 08:26 PM
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