Audi TT Mk1 - Beginner's guide to replacing rear shock absorbers

[@Chris-td9be]

Thanks, Andy. It's great that you're taking us through this process in such a basic step-by-step way - just what is needed for novices. Lots of dirt behind that wheel arch liner - no wonder the corrosion has been getting a grip on my wheel arches! Will be getting that sorted out soon.

[@andycharger]

Nice work Chris. I am glad my videos are helping so many. I try to make them easy to follow as there are normally videos out there, just not aimed at those of us who are novices. Rather than "train the trainer", its more like "novice the novices!" lol

[@alanmilchard762]

Thanks Andy just did mine your video was such a help could not believe how bad mine were.

[@josephnuzzo7477]

Great video was very help, except I had a heck of a time trying to line the bottom bolt. Was not confident that I was going to cross thread. After trying several times l decided to mount the bottom bolt first, than pulled up on the top part of the shock while starting the top bolt. Worked like a charm.

[@andycharger]

Thanks for your feedback Joseph! 👌

[@schwantz037]

Great vid. I'm not convinced replacing the bolts given that they are torqued correctly when re-fitted. Is there any data to support this?

[@bencalvy1542]

Another great video Andy, did this on my black roadster last year but didn’t replace the bolts so thanks again, will get them done ASAP! My old shocks were in the same condition as yours and both the springs had snapped.

[@Phil-1969]

Evening Andy great video, it's nice to see that I'm not the only tt owner that has a rusty underneath

[@andycharger]

You are definitely not alone Phil. I have 2 of them like that!

[@Fbenitezsanjuan]

Great Job and very usefull, thanks Andy. I have the same Monroe model in real position, and in the front the model E4950. But the true transformation came with the change of the Stabilizers bars!! The next step 😉👍

[@andycharger]

Thank you Fernando. That is good to know. I must take a look at the front as I have been told it will transform the car.

[@renedewael9703]

Thanx for this vid. Very useful since i’m waiting for my brand new Bilstein B14 complete set ( 225 quattro ). Torque specs is always good to know.

[@andycharger]

I am glad it helps Rene! Let me know how those Bilsteins feel!

[@renedewael9703]

@@andycharger Yes for sure. I have to go to Audi, to bring all new bolts, since I have learned that they was single use ;)

[@renedewael9703]

Hi again Andy. Since at Audi dealer they say that the upper bold N 907 813 01 ( from Zap7 shema ) is no longer produced, I wonder if your reference fit on my 225 2001 Quattro ? And it is 22 NM + 90° torque right ? Thanx ;)

[@chapmanpi]

Hi Andy Very good video. Unfortunately VAG have made top bolts obsolete but bottom bolts only available in bags of 7 from VAG. Fortunately managed to get 2 from Western VW in Newbridge (had 5 in stock) and top ones from eBay shop in Latvia (hoping they arrive 🤞). They may become a problem VW stop support once 10 yrs out of production.

[@billythecat1460]

Great video, such clear presentation and delivery. many thanks for making the video.

[@andycharger]

Thanks very much Billy! Your comment and support is appreciated!

[@scottdavis6186]

Nice, thorough video. Looking forward to trying this out on my mk1 1.8.

[@andycharger]

Nice one Scott. Make sure you get the bolts before you start 👍

[@TT3.2]

Nice job Andy, glad you cleaned all that age out from under the wheel arch cover. Great job 👍🏻😃

[@andycharger]

Thanks Gary. Yes it was seriously grubby. I am going to replace all of those control arms as they have some surface corrosion. I want it looking like brand new underneath!

[@TT3.2]

@@andycharger I'd like mine looking new underneath too. As I use my car daily it's a bit difficult to find time for jobs like these. I suspect it will be easier to buy all the parts and have them powder coated and then swap it all over one weekend, then get the old parts that I've taken off powder coated and sell them on....might be a plan 😉

[@andycharger]

@@TT3.2 that is a great idea. Plus it would allow you to inspect the originals for any wear or damage.

[@Kenny_Ded]

Thanks Andy. Very useful video. Good info and easy to follow.

[@andycharger]

Thank you Kenneth! Your feedback and input is always valued buddy! I hope the weather is good enough in Norway for you to drive the car now!

[@kennethturner6791]

Cheers Andy. I'm just about to do mine on my QS which I've just got back after selling it 6 years ago. She needs a fair bit of TLC😢 but I've started with a timing belt kit. I've got new coilovers to go on and fresh pads all round. Oh! Well, it's only 💰 🤑 💸 💲 🪙

[@andycharger]

Good to hear you have it back. It’s always something to wonder about when you sell them and they go in to have another life. Now you are reunited you can bring it back to tip top condition! 👍

[@noel5ilv3rlake]

Hey, do you have vid to change the front, I wish I could change myself next month, need the best guidance for, Thanks

[@andycharger]

I don’t have one on the channel but I will have soon as I imagine those fronts are as bad as my rears!

[@shnake69]

Amazing Andy, been waiting for these videos. Finding it EXTREMELY difficult to track down correct parts and part numbers for the V6, and even harder to find someone in the US who has the knowledge of this specific TT, let alone on KZbin. Seems to be a much rarer model. Gonna be fitting the scorpion res catback next week, one of the few V6 add on’s I could find here in the States.

[@andycharger]

Thank you Justin I’m glad it helps! Thanks for your feedback it is much appreciated. Plenty more V6 content to come!

[@johnnycashh7148]

Great vid Andy, appreciate your time!! 🇺🇸👊🏼🍻

[@andycharger]

Thanks Johnny! 👍

[@richieallen6115]

Fai play man well executed video 👍🏻 I need to do the sane job on my mk1 tt

[@andycharger]

Appreciated buddy

[@stewartheather5654]

Hi andy Great vid Any idea where i can get new bolts from for front and rear as replacing shocks front and rear they are strech bolts audi say no stock ?

[@andycharger]

There are a few places that still do them. Check my video description as I think there may be one of them In There. Also try eBay as I think I found one supplier on there! Thanks for your feedback buddy. 👍 Just checked it is I. The description. It’s VW Soares . Co.. Uk

[@stewartheather5654]

@@andycharger thank you

[@mds2465]

I have a FWD MK1 Audi TT and I need to overhaul the entire suspension. Do you know if that car has rear sway bar links and bushings? I’ve been trying to find them and as best I can determine it looks like the car doesn’t have any…

[@sebastienlapous3493]

Hi, i've change my schoks and springs by bilstein b4 shocks end bilstein B3 springs. Very confortable but the car is high. Sale with b4 shocks and original springs. What brand are the origibals shocks? Thank you for your help.

[@andycharger]

Hi Sebastien. I believe the original shocks are Monroe. I do not think they are available any more though. Thanks for your comment.

[@carolatkinson1450]

Great video Andy. One question - are the top and bottom torque settings correct? Haynes manual says 60 NM for the top and 110 NM for the bottom. Thanks

[@CarChris82]

Great vid as always mate very good information 👍🏻

[@andycharger]

Thanks mate. I hope I covered everything!

[@garymcgregor7048]

How do I get the upper and lower bolts for the shockers. Looked on ebay and can't see them. Are they main dealer only.

[@andycharger]

There are a few suppliers of the bolts. Dealer should have them or Google the part number and they should come up. If you get too stuck let me know! 👍

[@GarageBuds]

Great video

[@andycharger]

Thanks buddy! It is appreciated! 👍

[@masonhope]

Great content Andy. Could I ask what torque is required for the Bottom Bolt?

[@adal_bert]

Great input Andy!!

[@andycharger]

Thank you Adal!

[@nickbogdanos2]

I have HR 20mm springs fitted to my 225. Do you think that these shocks can be used with them?

[@andycharger]

If you have uprated your springs it would be wise to do the same with the Shocks. These tend to be for “standard” ride so probably not. Have a check on the Monroe site.

[@HellaMeiste]

I’m sorry, Well the uper torque spec is 22Nm So I need to know the right torque spec for the LOWER ones, this weekend I need to replace the rear brake disk and break pads too, so I’ll be going to re-check re-torque to the right specifications Much appreciate it if you help me out Thanks

[@benofthenorthuk]

Great Andy - time to get my parts ordered!

[@andycharger]

Don’t forget those bolts Ben!

[@benofthenorthuk]

@@andycharger Have just ordered those and the shocks 😁

[@mentalkuk-ryantommothompson]

Nice one dude. Good video very helpful

[@andycharger]

Thank you Ryan! It was great fun making it and also "shocking" to see the prices!of genuine parts! Thanks for watching buddy!

[@jimmyp9897]

Great video much appreciated

[@andycharger]

Thanks Jimmy! I am glad it helped. Sorry it took so long to reply!

[@pigeonguardgames507]

Andy Brilliant job, that will totally enhance your drive! are you doing the front shocks next? I'm running KYB shocks all round on my V6...a favourite of Scotty Kilmer😉

[@andycharger]

Thanks Si! I’m unsure what my next change will be. I may go totally OEM and try and obtain Audi shocks from the dealer and put the G1236 on the Roadster. That way it’s 100% stock. The meet was good on Saturday!

[@pigeonguardgames507]

@@andycharger Fair enough....make sure you are sitting down when the dealer tells you the price!hahaha I was out in the TT on saturday but opposite direction with in laws!

[@andycharger]

@@pigeonguardgames507 £139 each!

[@pigeonguardgames507]

@@andycharger I see so £39 for the shocks and £100 for the dealer...seems fair🤣

[@cytecs]

Thanks for sharing.

[@andycharger]

No worries! 👍

[@jimmyp9897]

where did you get the bolts from

[@andycharger]

Hi Jimmy. The details of the bolts are in the video discription. 👌

[@stewartheather5654]

Thanks for the informationative vid

[@andycharger]

My pleasure Stewart. If there is anything else you need to know on the Mk1, please do send it over!

[@devoluteweb]

This was an interesting and clear video, but there is absolutely no way this guy hasn't killed someone with that screwdriver.

[@andycharger]

I can assure you I not killed anyone!

[@carlosf.6828]

I thought Monroes were crap?

[@andycharger]

To be fair mine have been fine and they are the OEM part. Hence why I did like for like! 👍

[@garymcgregor7048]

Just got my replacement bolts from audi. £37 . Call the police there's been a robbery 😂😂

[@andycharger]

Yes. Bolt price has gone CRAZY!