Front ARB collars and Bushes

[IanM]

Hi, just joined this site today, My TT (225 Q BAM 2001 8N3069) is getting older, service & repair becoming expensive. Sorry if these questions have been asked before. Audi service report says "front arb collars cracked and bushes worn - wishbone bushes starting to cracked. Question is can I do this work myself without having to remove major parts i.e. front sub frame, exhaust etc. Happy doing the work myself but limited to axle stands. Any comments welcome, thanks

[conlechi]

An upgrade to R32 Arb's will make the TT handle better ,avoid high dealer prices , diy or go to someone like www.autops.co.uk , take a look over at www.tt-forum.co.uk

Mark

[Motormouth]

Just done the front ARB on my 2002 S3 would have thought it would be the same job. Did it on the drive using axle stands took about 5 hours taking my time. You do have to lower the subframe but if you take your time it really isn't that hard, I did the rear as well as that was knackered just like the front, I just replaced like for like didn't bother with the R32 ones as I won't be upgrading the shockers etc so didn't see the point, but thats down to personal choice.

[IanM]

Hi thanks for that info, passed the MOT today so I will be doing that job during the summer along with a cambelt change. Cheers