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> Hello
>
> I know this is probably an old issue, but I recently bought a 1996 A4
> with about 74,000 miles on it. Of course, the front lower control arms
> just started creaking, which I found is a common problem. I am going
> to replace them in the next few weeks, but I will not be replacing
> them with the same defective Audi parts. I was wondering if anyone had
> experience with aftermarket pieces. I was going to buy the whole front
> suspension kit, and do all of the arms at once. Are there any good
> aftermarket brands out there, and are there any that I should stay
> away from? I don't want to do this again anytime soon. Also, I am
> going to attempt to do this job myself, any advice? Any help is much
> appreciated.
>
> Thanks!
>

they have just started after 74K............you don't want to do them again
soon............how many miles per year do you travel.