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Old Jun 9, 2010 | 04:42 PM
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Really thinking of a S/C. So at roughly 500 HP, how long will a A4 last. Mine has 20,000 miles now. I do enjoy spirited driving but will probably not track the car much. Is this the weakest link to the new found power? Also then, what are the options and cost of an upgrade?
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Old Jun 9, 2010 | 05:35 PM
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You want piece of mind, call RPM they are extremely qualified to upgrade your trans to give you many years of reliable miles. Best of all they stand behind their work. I can attest to that.
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Old Jun 9, 2010 | 07:42 PM
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Give Chris and Doug a call at ECS. When I had them install my Novi S/C, I upgraded to an RPM level V Trans. I can romp on it all day long and don't have to worry.

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Old Jun 9, 2010 | 11:09 PM
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I don't think anyone can answer that question well. It depends on how you drive, and other things like how grippy your tires are. It could last a long time, or go boom one day! I've now got over 450 at the rear wheel, I'll let you know how long I last. I'm thinking RPM Transmission for my next upgrade!
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I'm thinking the best way to find the weakest link is to break it. If it's the trans or diff, RPM gotcha covered.
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My a4 died within 10,000 miles after I installed my P1SC1. it only had 42,000 miles on it. I then bought the RPM Level VI 4L65E tranny.
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