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Model specific boards => Golf mk4 => Topic started by: brothy on 31 October 2011, 14:24

Title: Ebay JOM coilovers??
Post by: brothy on 31 October 2011, 14:24

I am wanting to buy some coilovers for my mk4 gti, does anyone recomend the coilovers off ebay ?
Thanks

Title: Re: Ebay JOM coilovers??
Post by: Wayne on 31 October 2011, 15:44

I hated mine on the mk3, could not get the car level plus was very harsh and bouncy.

Title: Re: Ebay JOM coilovers??
Post by: daz veedub on 31 October 2011, 16:01

ive had jamex 1s on for a year no problems and the rides not bad aswell

Title: Re: Ebay JOM coilovers??
Post by: brothy on 31 October 2011, 16:35

cheers guys, think i will invest in some  :smiley:

Title: Re: Ebay JOM coilovers??
Post by: tg1 on 31 October 2011, 20:12

my jom ones are squeaky if its cold/wet.

great for winter then  :rolleyes:

ride isn't that bad on my passat, its only marginally more bumpy than a fiesta st

Title: Re: Ebay JOM coilovers??
Post by: golf-sib on 01 November 2011, 10:43

For firmness go Jom, very stiff setup.

If you want improved ride but still want comfort go FK AK.

I got Joms my mate has FK AK, we fitted at the same time. Its approaching nearly two years on both setups and no problems.

Title: Re: Ebay JOM coilovers??
Post by: dellenty69 on 01 November 2011, 11:49

you get what you pay for, you want decent set up, and a decent ride then spend £500.

if you want your car low for a cheap price then they are perfect. iv used them on vauxhalls as well and no complaints really. the ride is pretty hard and has a lot of rebound so you get that bouncy effect.

i would suggest you replace the top mounts and bearings for the sake of £20.

also you will rub on the anti roll bar if lowered to much. this can be over come by using a r32 or mk1 audi tt anti roll bar. this is best replaced by a garage due to the nature of it all. ie  its a pain in the ass. then you will need some adjustable drop links £40.

i personally changed my wishbones at the same time too!