[findalex]

Hi,

Does Audi/OEM make rear anti-roll bar/sway bar bushings for the B8/8.5 platform? or are there generic ones that would fit?

My car is squeaking quite a bit going over bumps. I can spray some silicone lube to quiet things down, but that only lasts a few days.

Thanks.

Alex

 

[Pulsarlaser]

I fitted these- really good, should fit OEM ARB- (I have an upgraded ARB- no difference):
LEMFÖRDER REAR ANTI ROLL BAR STABILISER DROP LINK 33632 01 I NEW OE REPLACEMENT

 

[findalex]

I fitted these- really good, should fit OEM ARB- (I have an upgraded ARB- no difference):
LEMFÖRDER REAR ANTI ROLL BAR STABILISER DROP LINK 33632 01 I NEW OE REPLACEMENT

I'm looking for the bushings that goes on the anti roll bar (red arrow shows the location). It should look something like the picture where the blue arrow is pointing. Aftermarket rollbars from 034 comes with replaceable bushings, but they're much thicker than stock, so they won't work. And spending $300 + installation doesn't seem justifiable since I just want need to replace the OEM bushings. I don't really drive/corner aggressively.

I'm really surprised that the B8 platform has been out for at least 12 years and no one has noticed squeaks and creaks from these bushing.

 

[Johnb]

I fitted these- really good, should fit OEM ARB- (I have an upgraded ARB- no difference):
LEMFÖRDER REAR ANTI ROLL BAR STABILISER DROP LINK 33632 01 I NEW OE REPLACEMENT

Hi what rear anti roll bar are you running?

Cheers

 

[findalex]

Stock, non-sport suspension. Probably the thinnest hollow bar in the Audi parts bin.

 

[Pulsarlaser]

Hi what rear anti roll bar are you running?

Cheers

I got mine from H-Tune who were cheaper, but they are no longer trading:
Hardrace Rear Anti-Roll Bar: (25.4mm) - Audi A4 B8 ('08-14), A5/S5 8T ('07+)
AUDI A5 8T 2007-present
AUDI S5 2007-present
Now listed here at Tuning Developments and also at Driftworks:

Tuning Developments

www.tuningdevelopments.uk

Hardrace A4 09-13/A5 08-13/S5 08-11 SWAY BAR REAR 25.4MM 3PCS/SET

This product fits the following vehicles:AUDI A4 B8 2008-2015AUDI A5 8T 2007-presentAUDI S5 2007-presentAUDI S4 B8 2009-2016Please note, images are for illustration purposes and may show a product range rather than the specific items/items listed.

www.driftworks.com

 

[Pulsarlaser]

I'm looking for the bushings that goes on the anti roll bar (red arrow shows the location). It should look something like the picture where the blue arrow is pointing. Aftermarket rollbars from 034 comes with replaceable bushings, but they're much thicker than stock, so they won't work. And spending $300 + installation doesn't seem justifiable since I just want need to replace the OEM bushings. I don't really drive/corner aggressively.

I'm really surprised that the B8 platform has been out for at least 12 years and no one has noticed squeaks and creaks from these bushing.

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OEM parts are available from Audi - part numbers:
Bush 1K0511327AS
Clamp: 1K0511439E

 

[Johnb]

I'm looking at the 034 motorsport and hardrace. Think I'll go for the hardrace its hollow compared to the solid 034 bar but I think the hardrace would suffice for my needs.

Thanks for the reply

 

[findalex]

OEM parts are available from Audi - part numbers:
Bush 1K0511327AS
Clamp: 1K0511439E

Thanks! It looks like these are for 21 mm bars, I will have to double-check mine because Audi USA's website says I have 19.6 mm.

 

[Pulsarlaser]

I'm looking at the 034 motorsport and hardrace. Think I'll go for the hardrace its hollow compared to the solid 034 bar but I think the hardrace would suffice for my needs.

Thanks for the reply

Yes, I looked at it the same way and was told that just because it's not solid doesn't make it inferior- mine has made a big difference & well worth the hassle when fitting it- don't forget to get new droplinks fitted at the same time- I can recommend the Lemforder ones which are great- best of luck & enjoy not having to slow down for roundabouts..

 

[Johnb]

Can you send me the part number for the lemforder ones please Pulsar, really appreciate the info mate! Will be ordering the hardrace bar!

Cheers

 

[Pulsarlaser]

OK, here you go:
LEMFORDER 33632 01 ROD/STRUT STABILISER Rear
eBay item: 293442280832
It's important to fit everything at the correct Torque values - see this useful guide from Stasis engineering- the rear sway bar info is on page 3:

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[Johnb]

Thanks mate, much appreciated!

 

[Johnb]

Hi mate that link is not working for me? Cheers

 

[Pulsarlaser]

A5/S5 TORQUE VALUES
Suspension and Wheels
Front damper to upper mount 37 ft-lbs Front damper upper mount to body 56 ft-lbs Front damper fork pinch bolt 30 ft-lbs + 180º Front damper fork to lower link 66 ft-lbs Upper link pinch bolt 29 ft-lbs Rear damper to upper mount 26 ft-lbs Rear damper upper mount to body 37 ft-lbs Rear damper to upright 111 ft-lbs Rear sway bar link to lower control arm 30 ft-lbs Rear sway bar link to sway bar 30 ft-lbs Rear sway bar mounts 19 ft-lbs Wheel spacer bolts 90 ft-lbs Wheel lug bolts 90 ft-lbs
Brakes
Rotor set screw 48 in-lbs STaSIS Challenge bracket to upright 92 ft-lbs STaSIS Challenge caliper to bracket 70 ft-lbs Brake line to caliper 14 ft-lbs
Exhaust
Down pipe to mid pipe slip clamp 17 ft-lbs Hangers to body 17 ft-lbs Mufflers to mid pipe 17 ft-lbs Muffler adjustment bracket 17 ft-lbs
Center Diff
Torsen housing to transmission (short bolts) 7 ft-lbs + 90º Torsen housing to transmission (long bolts) 18 ft-lbs Tunnel crossmember to transmission mount 15 ft-lbs Tunnel crossmember to body 41 ft-lbs Driveshaft to output flange 30 ft-lbs Drive shaft heat shield 18 ft-lbs Tansmission drain plug 30 ft-lbs

 

[Johnb]

What is people's opinions, fit just a thicker rear sway bar or fit front and rear... for example H&R or Eibach. I was going to just fit the hardrace rear but now I'm undecided.

 

[findalex]

What is people's opinions, fit just a thicker rear sway bar or fit front and rear... for example H&R or Eibach. I was going to just fit the hardrace rear but now I'm undecided.

I saw a youtube video (prob ECS or 034) that says for the B8 platform, start with a thicker rear sway bar.