Audi TT suspension upgrade
by Sang
What: Bilstein Pss9 fully-adjustable Coilovers
KMAC rear suspension camber kit
Why: Stock TT suspension has excessive wheel gap. The stock suspension can be improved upon greatly by the installation of an aftermarket setup. H&R, Eibach, and Bilstein are the most popular setups, however I chose the PSS9's from Bilstein due to the coilovers abilities to adjust the ride height to my liking, and the fully adjustable compression and rebound.

"The Bilstein PSS 9 Suspension provides the ultimate in performance tuning. The fully-adjustable monotube gas shock absorbers offer a selection of nine precise compression and rebound settings, from comfort to competition. The front and rear progressive rate springs allow accurate adjustment of the vehicle ride height and center of gravity for the level of performance you seek.

Now you can enjoy the kind of precise suspension tuning formerly available only on race cars. The PSS 9 system puts you in complete control. Whether it's a weekend of competition or the daily commute, absolute handling and control are just a few twists away."
How much: www.awe-tuning.com for coilovers $1350
www.shox.com for camber kit  $260
install $300
Dealer alignment: $80
Installation: Indy Import Performance

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1: Coilovers removed from box..perty aint they?

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2. KMAC kit...a real nice solution to the TT's excessive rear camber when lowered.

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3. Stock front wheel gap

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4. Stock rear wheel gap...ewww

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5. Up on lift, ready to have its suspension molested.

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6. View of front brake...huge fenders...19's on the way ;)

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7. Front stock suspension removed.

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8. View of KMAC installed on rear control arms.

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9. View of rear coilovers installed.

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10. View of Xenon headlight level adjuster...make sure to remove it when installing suspension!

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11. Stock rear camber view...already -1.3 stock! Lowering the car will put you in the -2.6 range if you do not use a KMAC camber kit.

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12. View of very restrictive stock exhaust...look at those kinks in the pipe! Aftermarket on the way ;)

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