[s-cars] UrS Steering Damper R&R

[Fred Munro]

Salutations!

I just replaced my steering damper this weekend (at 185,000 kms) with the
distinctly affordable VW Fox unit (p/n 305 425 021 2). What a difference!
The new damper added a nice weight to the steering (the Servotronic is
disabled) and the car no longer tramlines (well, it wasn't that bad before,
but it was noticeable). It feels much more stable - it was getting to feel a
little loose, but increasing the damping on the Konis probably helped there
as well.

Interestingly enough, when tested by hand the old damper seemed to have as
much resistance as the new damper. There is a big difference on the car,
though. The new VW damper also has a larger oil reservoir than the Audi
unit.

I have put together a how-to mit photos on the R&R procedure in .PDF format
for those who are interested. Let me know if you want a copy.

Fred Munro
'94 S4