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Offline BobbyT

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Suspension advice
« on: 06 March 2018, 02:23 »
Hi all, just after other peoples thoughts. I want to lower my R and have nearly gone for  a set of B16 coilovers. I can get them fitted for around 1380 which seems like a great deal. My estate will only be used for family and the odd blast.

I can get VWR springs which I think offer a great look for 400 pounds..... Should I just save myself a k and get the springs.... I've read soooo many threads about suspension I've got square eyes.

Will I end up buying cheap and buying twice or are the springs a good solution on the Golf platform.

Thanks,

Rob
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Re: Suspension advice
« Reply #1 on: 06 March 2018, 10:28 »
Why not just save all your money and leave the R the way it is? Why ruin it?
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Re: Suspension advice
« Reply #2 on: 06 March 2018, 11:28 »
Quote from: mcmaddy on 06 March 2018, 10:28
Why not just save all your money and leave the R the way it is? Why ruin it?

Surely it's down to personal preference as to what he does with his car? Nice constructive post BTW.

To the OP - If you were tracking the car, I'd say go with the B16s. However if it's mainly for looks, just go for springs. I run Eibach Sportlines on mine and they're spot on. If you want a little more OEM comfort, go with the Pro-kit. The sportlines lower the front slightly more than the Pro-kit but result in a slightly harsher ride.
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Re: Suspension advice
« Reply #3 on: 06 March 2018, 11:38 »
I came across a random post on FB yesterday on a MK7 group about someone claiming the VWR springs ruined his ride and that after being replaced with Eibachs the ride got much better, although suspension preferences are always subjective to an extent.

My opinion is that since you are interested in looks, B16's are an overkill and a correctly chosen springs set is all you need.
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Re: Suspension advice
« Reply #4 on: 06 March 2018, 13:21 »
Quote from: Gnasher on 06 March 2018, 11:28
Quote from: mcmaddy on 06 March 2018, 10:28
Why not just save all your money and leave the R the way it is? Why ruin it?

Surely it's down to personal preference as to what he does with his car? Nice constructive post BTW.

To the OP - If you were tracking the car, I'd say go with the B16s. However if it's mainly for looks, just go for springs. I run Eibach Sportlines on mine and they're spot on. If you want a little more OEM comfort, go with the Pro-kit. The sportlines lower the front slightly more than the Pro-kit but result in a slightly harsher ride.
Wtf are you talking about?? All I said was another option which was save all the money and don't change the springs. Of course it's down to personal preference and it's his car but my response is no better or worse than yours!!
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Re: Suspension advice
« Reply #5 on: 06 March 2018, 14:17 »
I'd be lowering the car for looks and to take a little body roll out. I don't want it 'slammed' as I'm getting a bit old for that kind of look now and I'm sure my wife wouldn't thank me either.  :whistle:
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Re: Suspension advice
« Reply #6 on: 06 March 2018, 14:19 »
Another vote for the Eibach springs.

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Re: Suspension advice
« Reply #7 on: 06 March 2018, 14:36 »
I had eibachs on my MK4 gttdi golf and they were excellent.
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Re: Suspension advice
« Reply #8 on: 06 March 2018, 14:47 »
Another vote for Eibach Pro Line springs, hated my VWR springs. Took them off after just a week as ride quality was terrible.
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Re: Suspension advice
« Reply #9 on: 06 March 2018, 14:48 »
Quote from: 7MAT on 06 March 2018, 14:47
Another vote for Eibach Pro Line springs, hated my VWR springs. Took them off after just a week as ride quality was terrible.

Quote from: scanesare on 06 March 2018, 11:38
I came across a random post on FB yesterday on a MK7 group about someone claiming the VWR springs ruined his ride and that after being replaced with Eibachs the ride got much better, although suspension preferences are always subjective to an extent.

You're not that guy in the MK7 group on FB right??  :tongue:
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