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2nd May 2013, 06:18 PM
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Upper Control Arm u/s
I experienced some brake judder a few months back after brake pads were replaced. It was put down to discs and so these were changed too. Well, it wasnt gone completely and on the way to the A8Parts meet 2 weeks ago it was very noticeable. (I've done little motorway driving in teh last few months.) Mike (CtL) was kind enough to check the suspension over on the lift at PMS and there was nothing obviously wrong. After checking it in to the local independent and some investigation its appear that the problem may by the nearside upper control arms and n/s track rod end.
 So, what recommends for replacement - Audi OEM /Europarts etc - and should both sides be done at the same time? I need to order parts in the morning so any advice is welcome. By the way Jim, is this covered under the 5 year /100k warranty you gave me?
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2nd May 2013, 06:22 PM
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I did all my upper arms with Meyle HD replacements - there's a thread with details on here under my name. Once they'd bedded in I've been very happy with them. They were a little harsh in terms of nvh but this soon went after a couple of longer journeys. I'd recommend them for sure
I would do all 4 as doing one involves as much dismantling as 2 on each side. Mine had an advisory at mot for an inner bush being worn and I chose to replace the lot as the parts are relatively cheap If I can find the other thread I'll post a link 
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2nd May 2013, 06:22 PM
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I did read CtLs thread on "MoT Time" re his front suspension probs and noted that Meyle arms were favoured as good quality /cheaper alternative but there was mention of items for half the Meyle cost.
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2nd May 2013, 06:23 PM
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2nd May 2013, 06:27 PM
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Here you go
http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/showthread.php?t=5322 I'd buy from allgermanparts if you want them quickly - the lot I bought through we're slow to deliver so if you plan to do them soon they'll pen drive you nuts! The place I bought from does have a good parts search identifier but a call to allgermanparts will probably be just as quick Steering joints should be a stock part so also cheap Will need an alignment check after replacing also as it will have sagged a bit on old bushes
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2nd May 2013, 06:49 PM
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Many thanks, Adrian. I have just found a Meyle HD kit from expresscarparts.co.uk full kit - both sides - for £434.00 ouch. The allgermancar site couldnt respond to enquiries.
Is that the ball park figure?
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2nd May 2013, 07:06 PM
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that sounds like the whole kit of all front suspension bushes & ties etc David rather than just 2 pairs of upper and lower arms
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2nd May 2013, 07:07 PM
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Yes its the whole kit and caboodle. Not sure whats required yet. Need to visit the garage in the morning when they have the nearside suspension apart.
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2nd May 2013, 07:11 PM
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Just been and explained the matter to The Treasury. Apparently saying its only the same as a few visits to the hairdressers wasnt a good plan.
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2nd May 2013, 07:16 PM
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Confidence is the feeling you have before you know better . . . . Audi A8 D2 3.7 Quattro Sport 1999 FL - Melange 2nd Place Winner - A8-Freunde Annual German Meet 2012 at Edersee 20" x 9" Bentley GTC Wheels with 385mm W12 Front Discs & Bentley Caliper Covers, Front Lowered on Coilovers, Xenons, Combined DRLs and LED Foglights to modified OEM front fog lamp position, Alcantara/Leather, Full Black Alcantara headlining + pillars and blind shelf, Bespoke Flat Bottomed Sports Steering Wheel, Dark Myrtle Wood, Autodim Mirrors, Bose, Blinds, Digital TV, Ski Hatch, Modified rear exhaust section for extra V8 Burble Audi S8 D2 Final Edition 2002, Avus Silver with Red Leather Interior Tiptronic with Sport mode button, Sony rear entertainment package, Bose sound system, Audi Navigation Plus, 20 inch Final Edition alloys, Full Cat Back Stainless Milltek exhaust, giving a great V8 burble Audi A8L D2 4.2 Petrol with LPG - Ebony Black Audi A8L D4 FL 4.0T Petrol twin turbo - Havana Black Audi A2 1.6 FSi Sport - Dolphin Grey with Votex body kit and Red Leather Interior and some other A8's A8L's and Mercs
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