Ken_C's Wurkwagon | 2016 Allroad "build"

[Ken_C]

Kenny here; long time Audizine lurker or single poster and general motorsports enthusiast. With the holidays, I finally got a few free minutes to type up an introduction and share the beginnings of my first ever wagon "build".

Backstory: A couple years ago I swapped my B7 RS4 for a 5th Gen 4Runner and a Uhaul. Packed up the wife, dogs and unborn daughter to relocate from Texas (Austin) to Cali (Bay Area). Getting rid of the RS hurt, but driving the lunchbox 60 miles everyday, at Bay Area gas prices, with no outlet for "spirited" driving was much worse...so the search began.

Recent "Build" History:
B7 RS4, pre Allroad - Mostly brake upgrades, garage queen because i travelled too much :/


E92 335i, pre RS4 - Cobb Stage 2+, KW v2 and 19x9.5-19x10



The "Build": Wurkwagon
Goal - A solid, reliable and fun daily driver that looks great but handles and stops well with enough space for a carseat and stroller.

After searching and negotiating prices with a couple dealers for a few months, Audi of Tacoma landed a car to the exact spec and mileage range I wanted. August 2018 I officially joined the Allroad club.

2016 Allroad Premium Plus
Brilliant Black
8spd Tiptronic
Sport Package Chestnut Interior
Bang & Olufsen
Panoramic Sunroof



How she looked shortly after delivery and a birthday road-trip to French Laundry.


After driving for about a month and procuring wheels, suspension and brake bits, I dropped her off at 034 Motorsports for some tweaking.




Next up was adding a tad more power via Unitronic. I've got a good, long history with APR but I really missed Cobb's flash at home options. Uni+ seems to fit the bill so far.


Did I mention this was also my first black car...swirl marks, ugh. So, I scheduled some time at OC Detailing in Fremont for a correction and Ceramic Coat.

Pic from OC's site


Quick Coyote Hills stop, post detail. Felt cute...might delete after a real photoshoot



I think that covers most of it, for now.

Wurkwagon Current Setup Summary
Suspension

• KW H.A.S. (25.5" Height)
• 034 Adjustable Control Arms
• 034 Inserts + Transmission Mount
• 034 Solid Rear Sway + End Links

Wheels & Tires

• Continental Extreme Contact DWS
• 265/35/20
• 20x9 OEM RS5 'Rotor' Wheels

Brakes

• Macan/Q5 4 Piston Calipers, Front
• 034 2 Piece Rotors, Front
• Akebono Euro pads all around
• SQ5 Calipers, Rear
• 034 2 Piece Rotors, Rear
• StopTech Stainless Brake Lines

Go Fast Bits

• Unitronic Stage 1

Next Up
More go fast bits (metal spring diverter valve, intercooler, downpipe, hoses)
Front Sway Bar - researching options that don't require drilling
991.1 GT3 for the garage

Lastly, Happy New Year!

Dec 2021 Update - Brake refresh done.

[Sedan Guy]

That's a great looking, well-optioned and tastefully modded allroad. Looking forward to seeing its progress.

[Ken_C]

That's a great looking, well-optioned and tastefully modded allroad. Looking forward to seeing its progress.

Thanks a lot man. Your car was/is definitely an inspiration.


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[makisupa]

Nice plan you got yourself for your allroad. Great job scoring a nicely equipped wagon! Congrats!

Pretty sure every allroad build on AZ has used that damn scuba for inspiration.....guilty 🤷*♂️


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[Ken_C]

Added new brake bits:

• SQ5 Rear carriers
• S4 034 2-Piece rotors all around
• Akebono Euro pads all around

[eljay]

Very nice Allroad!

Question about the KW HAS: how high can it be set? Factory height?
Are the adjustable control arms required to go to your height (25.5" or 26")?

[Ken_C]

Very nice Allroad!

Question about the KW HAS: how high can it be set? Factory height?
Are the adjustable control arms required to go to your height (25.5" or 26")?

On HAS height - 26.5-~27". Don't think factory height is possible, at least not on all corners. My rears, even at this height, don't have much room to go higher.
On control arms - I think it's preference to be honest. I went with a meatier tire all around and wanted the adjustability if I started to see issues or change setups. That said, there are people here much lower that don't run them at all.

[Ken_C]

Selling the Front Stoptech rotors if anyone wants them - https://www.audizine.com/forum/showt...3#post14679693

[eljay]

On HAS height - 26.5-~27". Don't think factory height is possible, at least not on all corners. My rears, even at this height, don't have much room to go higher.
On control arms - I think it's preference to be honest. I went with a meatier tire all around and wanted the adjustability if I started to see issues or change setups. That said, there are people here much lower that don't run them at all.

Thanks! Happy New Year!

[034Motorsport]

Nice work! Car looks great!

Here are some photos of the brake job!






Enjoy, beautiful car!

-Sean@034

[boyracer4]

How is the ride quality compared to stock? I want a slight drop to work with my 19" Rotor wheels but do not want a rough ride. Some reason I can't find the brake parts on 034 motorsport website?

[JG 996T]

It’s firmer than stock on 034 lowering springs. I wouldn’t call it rough.

[034Motorsport]

How is the ride quality compared to stock? I want a slight drop to work with my 19" Rotor wheels but do not want a rough ride. Some reason I can't find the brake parts on 034 motorsport website?

Check them out here: https://store.034motorsport.com/cata...q=b8+rotor+034

-Sean@034

[Circuit]

Another local AR! Be sure to join Audi Gruppe Silicon Valley on FB!

[Dusty Mauve]

What rotors is that? Love the milling pattern they have!

[Circuit]

What rotors is that? Love the milling pattern they have!

Pretty sure they're the new 034 2-piece rotors

[funenuf]

Enjoying this build. Please keep posting:)

[034Motorsport]

What rotors is that? Love the milling pattern they have!

https://store.034motorsport.com/cata...q=b8+rotor+034

[Ken_C]

Nice work! Car looks great!

Here are some photos of the brake job!






Enjoy, beautiful car!

-Sean@034

Nice, I never got the notification that you posted these.

Thanks for the pics. The rotors are solid.

[Ken_C]

Another local AR! Be sure to join Audi Gruppe Silicon Valley on FB!

Just requested, though my FB is pretty bare.

[Circuit]

Just requested, though my FB is pretty bare.

All good, the more the merrier! We have drives and meets pretty often.