Lowering Springs for my Audi B9 S4! *INSTALL GUIDE*

Hey everyone, welcome back to Daily Downshift! We are finally lowering the B9 S4 with dynamic + springs from 034 motorsport. After getting a set of Braelin wheels installed I couldn't help but notice how high the car would ride, therefore, I decided it was time to take care of the problem. If you are planning on doing this install, note that it took significantly more effort to put in the front springs versus the lower ones due to the amount of bolts that had to be removed. Also, don't forget a friend to make it easier! Overall, we're really happy with how the car looks now and we've noticed that the ride comfort has not been compromised. Win win. We hope you enjoy!
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[@DailyDownshift]

We're extremely pleased with how the car looks now but this is definitely not an easy job. If you're attempting this install yourself and have any questions, feel free to ask!

[@rkorczak11]

Do you have the driver assistance package? Any issues with the front sensors/ACC sensors? I’ve heard some ppl need the system recalibrated after lowering. Audi wanted me to pay for recalibration after a slight adjustment to get me back to factory alignment spec.

[@DailyDownshift]

@@rkorczak11 Yeah, I have it. Haven't witnessed any issues yet. Sounds like a money grab to me

[@zachyonk1]

For those who are going to do this themselves just 2 tips. The rear camber works really well with a 21mm socket as well, and for the front upper control arms to put them back in you can hit them with a little scotch brite, and then put wheel bearing grease in the holes for them. But yes get an alignment after this is done. Great job on the video!

[@christopherfox2721]

so i have my audi B9 sline jacked up in the garage. I left the front half of the car outside. Thank god I watched this video first. I now put my car all the way in the garage if I run into issues. This is the best video online for this replacement. I will upload my before and after pics for your viewers. Thanks Chris

[@bquattrog]

Good video, thanks for posting. Couple little things, on the front when you're removing the sway bar links, that big pop is because only one side is jacked up, the bar is under load. Jack both sides of the car up and you won't get that big pop. Also, for the rear inner control arm bolt, torque that with the suspension in the loaded position... ideally you'd want to do that to all your control arm bushings now that the car is lower. Thanks again, it was helpful! I'm installing these springs in a couple weeks 👍🏻

[@natelux8157]

How do you get in there with the suspension loaded?

[@bimmerbuds]

@@natelux8157Ramps

[@edward1927]

@@natelux8157 floor jack or screw jack and jack it up to level

[@CarlosRivera-uk9fw]

Thanks for your video....very helpful during my installation. The ball joint removal is the worst part, even with the tool. In love with my springs and the drop.

[@d4rk0rb]

wow awesome work! great DIY guide for the community!!

[@takeoverdept.]

Love the process, ima do all these same mods to my s4 once the funds come in.. definitely a helpful video

[@according2ryan]

Dig it guys! Thinking about doing this with my S4

[@davidarvizohuitron4332]

This is the most rare thing, i was looking for videos to guide me with the change of the front struts of my audi B9 and The last thing I thought I'd run into is with nKuch doing mechanics, this is faaaaar away from Destiny.😂😂😂😂

[@Wobblenuts]

Kudos for doing a great DIY video. Way more in depth than mine haha. Car is looking great 👍🏻

[@DailyDownshift]

Thanks!

[@vagcentral2252]

Just a tip for anyone doing the rear springs in cold climates or high mileage cars. Don't take off the rear camber bolt. It will most likely be seized and won't come out you'll have to cut it and get a new aluminum swing arm along with bolt assembly. Take the two lower bolts of where the disc is and pull the spring out. I'm down 400$ extra doing it this way.

[@ZlatanKnowsBest]

Nice job boys. Car looks great. The springs will settle over a week or two of daily driving. I went with the k&w HAS combo. Make sure you check the bolts on the wishbones in the front in a day or two. Sometimes they need a little love after some driving.

[@DailyDownshift]

Thanks for the tip!

[@clintbradley433]

Nice work guys. I cheated and had Achtuning install my H&R adjustable springs. Can’t wait to see how it looks after the springs settle…as well as hear your thoughts on the improved cornering with less body roll.

[@Vaguh]

I had Achtuning install mine as well.

[@clintbradley433]

@@Vaguh Hey Jeremy, yeah I think I remember you mentioning that. I PM’d you pics of my B9 S4 a few months ago (Daytona Gray). I also had my APR intercooler, AWE intake, wheels and tires, H&R sway bars, and AWE exhaust installed there. They are great to work with.

[@Np-ws2pp]

I just installed H&R adjustable springs on my b9 a4 and I was wondering if you could send me a picture through the peep hole in the engine bay I seem to be bottoming out my struts not sure how though it looks like I’m at stock height

[@fasts5coupe814]

Nice video Brothers ;-). My 034 springs have been ordered via @openroadtuning and will be installed on my s5 B9.5 Coupe soon. Your video is very helpful and is greatly appreciated!!

[@princcce7993]

Nice videos boys. I have the exact same set up on my B9 S5, it drops down to about 2 fingers after a few months of installing. It looks fantastic but I also noticed that sometimes when you sit two people in the back, there are chances that will push the suspension too low and trigger a suspension warning light. As far as I am concerned, the warning light goes away once the load isn't there and cost no harm. But just thought I would give you a headsup. Also how is the downpipes working on the car? I am currently running a Fi catback and just debating if I want to go even further to get a downpipe install on mine.

[@DailyDownshift]

Strange, but thank you for the heads up. Really enjoying the downpipe! Yours will sounds crazy with the catback

[@mohammedkhan-io7po]

Any rubbing with a full car and when you full lock the wheel? Also what’s the mm drop front and back? Also what size tyres and rims you running on?

[@norbertovazquez1173]

You have any clunk from the driver rear? A buddy of mine and myself put lowering springs on our S4s and we both have the same clunk lol. We both work for Audi so I’m familiar with the car but it’s odd it’s only on the driver rear and on both cars.

[@rob300zx]

Did you need to re-align/recalibrate your headlights after installation? If so, how?

[@CHRIS-qm7ke]

Love the channel...subbed a month or so ago. 034 has some of my favorite products for the b9 s4, except for the springs. I've seen several s4s with 034 springs & the don't look any lower at all imo. Def not worth the money or work for such a small drop if any at all. No hate tho....u guys got a cool channel. Helping me make decisions on my b9 s4.

[@king-o-vetts9899]

These springs are actually performance springs for driving not show cars. My brother has the entire 034 suspension in his B9 HPDE car. They are stiffer than stock and lowered his car about 3/4 inch. He runs a 275x35x19 tire on custom rims and it handles WAY better.

[@DailyDownshift]

Thanks for the kind words! I wanted to go lower but I didn't want to slam it and I wasn't looking for a harsh ride so these seemed perfect.

[@fantasiasalmoni9541]

@@DailyDownshift I agree. I've got a B9 S5 SB and looking at the EDMs for the OEM+ look. Not interested in slamming. Got my hands on a set of 2021 20" Black optics (not many pre-facelifts that I know that have this set) and while I got 275/30/20's on it, and it fills out the wheel with no stretch like the stock 265's, it could use a touch like this to really sit well while not destroying the ride quality. It's already on sport suspension so I don't want a chiclet rattler.

[@TeeYuenChun]

nice video! I heard that this set of lower spring brings OEM+ ride performance, maintaining a balance for stiffness and joy of ride, is that true? How was the ride comparing to stock spring by your experience ? Thanks!

[@DailyDownshift]

Yes, you are correct. It is only slightly stiffer than oem. I posted an update video with a detailed review about a week ago

[@jvmarel]

Enjoyed your video! Fellow Canadian here looking for a pair of OEM S4 front springs to try in my A4 Allroad. Amy chance you want to part with yours?

[@maxbrown4305]

Any issues with camber and uneven tire wear after a while now?

[@nickburner6018]

Hey brother I have a 2013 Audi A4 2.0t and I have the stock coils would a 2 in lowering spring be to much ?

[@fishingstix610]

Do you have the sport suspension?

[@ratspam7655]

0:53 The jack pad split because it’s a “one-size firs none” product trying to support 1/4 of the curb weight with all the pressure on the edge of the narrow pinch weld.

[@monkeypolicd]

nuh i am keeping my sq5 air suspension stock lol...but i think you can get a module to lower it.

[@paytonmoser8330]

What size triple square did you use?

[@liofagaming1664]

Hi, does a4 and s4 have a similar progress of installing springs? Mine is sline quattro . Just wondering if it does so i can follow this guide when i do mine . Thanks!

[@DailyDownshift]

I believe they're the same or at least very similar. With that said, I'd check out some A4 videos to confirm. Good luck!

[@darksaigon]

Too bad you guys cut the front re-install, which seems to be pretty important in my opinion. Im referring to the torque specs, the fact that you also need to do so with the suspension loaded etc, in risk of having noise/bushing damage issues. I think those steps are very important. I also read that the bump stops need to be trimmed 10 mm from 034 motorsport. I have a base suspension on my A4 B9.5, this gives me some guidance except for what I pointed out (missing shown steps.). Another concern will be with stretched bolts, did you guys replace them? I just bought my springs today, I am still debating on doing it myself or paying a shop to do it (which will facilitate the alignment and get everything done at the same time).

[@DailyDownshift]

I consulted 034 in advance and they advised that everything should be fine. With that said, doing it at home will never be perfect but as far as we're concerned it's the best way to learn your car. Did not replace any bolts. Best of luck!

[@andrewainsley4383]

5.33 I lasted to the whole needlenose pliers bit was ridiculous. All you needed was a punch tool to nock it through the hole.

[@packat78]

Any plans to add 034 upper control arms? Just ordered these, but no install videos for b9.

[@DailyDownshift]

probably not anytime soon

[@JD-ue5jh]

how many inches low for the springs?

[@morrisdauigoy583]

Any problems with alignment? I’ve been reading that calibration for lane assist is needed?

[@DailyDownshift]

It was in need of an alignment so I got it done last week. Tbh I don't use the lane assist

[@chillautumn6415]

did you trim the bum stop on the front two?

[@DailyDownshift]

no

[@muckman5509]

you didn't reset the bushings?

[@zanghiskhan.]

Great video but you dont have to disconnect the ball joints!

[@morrisdauigoy583]

Are you going to run any spacers?

[@DailyDownshift]

The wheels are wider with an aggressive offset so there is no need

[@bubblo1113]

Can you share the link for buying springs?

[@DailyDownshift]

store.034motorsport.com/dynamic-lowering-springs-for-b9-audi-s4.html

[@BrownJedi87]

Is this really as tough as a job as it seems on the b9? Kinda shocked that a shop quoted me $1,080 with alignment but that’s around the price I’m seeing on forums.

[@DailyDownshift]

It's a bit of a pain to do, especially if you don't have a shop

[@Bossnian763]

I was quoted $1,700.... Ridiculous.

[@jjamaya01]

@@Bossnian763I can agree but I recently just did my own and luckily I’m a Tech so I was able to do it in my shop but just going off of what we normally charge for a spring replacement I’d say a shop charging you at least 7hrs of labor plus an alignment is pretty fair if you want a good job.. obviously labor price is gonna vary depending where you go but it’s definitely not a fast job

[@nickburner6018]

There b7 but my 2013 said something about it being a b8 but the guys selling all 4 for 100$ and I just aren’t as experienced as you guys but he claims they will fit even tho his Audi was a 07

[@SS-ug1qy]

Tunes I want for my s5 034 stage 2 ecu, tcu Sway-bar front and rear Transmission mount High flow down pipe iE’s intake with intercooler. This would be more than enough for me for street driving otherwise I will keep throwing money and want to buy something else in 2-3 years and never be able to recover my investment.

[@Phantom_Anthem]

What tire size are you running on this?

[@christopherfox2721]

Personally Im running 20" on my car. Its the offset you need to really pay attention to. OEM was 42 and I ran a 28 i have 0 tire rub with lowering the car.

[@s5roze]

How's the ride quality

[@DailyDownshift]

Very similar to OEM. Not much harsher

[@s5roze]

@@DailyDownshift and can i ask what your wheel specs are?

[@DailyDownshift]

@@s5roze Braelin 19 x 9.5. Posted a video about them with more info there

[@petejr7583]

God I hate doing springs, such a PITA! This is too painful to watch, can’t finish! Ya’ll just have a shop do it!

[@haroldtapanes9023]

Bruh that’s nkush

[@marcusmartinez3692]

I can’t see the difference 🤔

[@amill1563]

Bum stop.

[@user-qk5th5bw4e]

Awful explanation and not really helpful to show to others how they can do it if that's not the purpose you're all perfect.