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Model specific boards => Golf mk7 => Topic started by: MjrSharpe on 10 October 2017, 14:45
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Hi all. Has anyone fitted the racing line springs to their mk7 gti? If so, what is the ride quality like as I am keen to retain this, but just drop the height a little. Any opinions welcome. Thanks, Craig
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Had a set delivered today, so will be able to tell you tomorrow once fitted.
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Had a set delivered today, so will be able to tell you tomorrow once fitted.
Great ! Thank you
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I have DCC fitted, but have noticed no difference in ride quality - just a nicer ride height!
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They sound like just what I'm looking for then. Any pics at all?
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They sound like just what I'm looking for then. Any pics at all?
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4495/36945664023_3bdb047d40_h.jpg")
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4494/37616566551_9e7685c9c8_h.jpg")
I've got a couple on standard Austin's too if that'll help..
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Here's another picture for you, these were installed yesterday.
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/7MAT/Golf%20GTI/2e8abe2d-e0be-4ba9-9ecf-6d62456bc57b_zps1poul8bw.jpg)
Yes car is filthy :embarrassed:, but I am planning a complete ceramic new car protection detail this weekend. :grin:
Ride is certainly a bit firmer but not overly so, probably about 10% firmer TBH, but then I did also have an 034 Motorsports dogbone engine mount installed at the same time.
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7MAT - previously owned a Clio Trophy?
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7MAT - previously owned a Clio Trophy?
Guilty as charged :evil: great little car :grin:
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/7MAT/MENZ%20BRITEMAN%20TROPHY%20DETAIL/DSC_0104.jpg)
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Guilty as charged :evil: great little car :grin:
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/7MAT/MENZ%20BRITEMAN%20TROPHY%20DETAIL/DSC_0104.jpg)
Many years ago you took me out in it at Brands... I had T23PHY :cool:
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Guilty as charged :evil: great little car :grin:
Many years ago you took me out in it at Brands... I had T23PHY :cool:
Wow ... that is a few years back now. :laugh:
I loved that little car, was sad to see her go but needed four door and four seats.
But now the family is growing up, I'm back in 3 door car. :smug:
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Wow ... that is a few years back now. :laugh:
I loved that little car, was sad to see her go but needed four door and four seats.
I reckon it was 10 years ago now you say that... yikes!
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I've now had the VWR springs installed for over a week. Been testing them by driving multiple times down my favourite country lanes using all three DCC settings and have decided I hate them, plan to remove them as soon as possible.
Can't complain over the looks as they drop the car nicely, but I just can't live with them - perhaps I'm getting old.
Comfort feels like Sport mode on the regular springs, but its so bouncy as if the springs are not firm enough. Standard mode is not much better. Sport mode is best but far to firm for everyday use.
Thinking of trying the Eibach Pro Kit next as they offer less of a drop and promise better comfort and ride.
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That's a shame Matt, sure you'll have no trouble selling them on though if that's what you're going to do. Have you considered spacers? I know they won't lower the car but they might satisfy you in terms of looks without sacrificing ride quality?
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That's a shame Matt, sure you'll have no trouble selling them on though if that's what you're going to do. Have you considered spacers? I know they won't lower the car but they might satisfy you in terms of looks without sacrificing ride quality?
Have just switched wheels with a friend to see if changing from the hard side wall Bridgestone's to Conti tyres will help at all.
Will report back once I've re-tested.
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That's a shame Matt, sure you'll have no trouble selling them on though if that's what you're going to do. Have you considered spacers? I know they won't lower the car but they might satisfy you in terms of looks without sacrificing ride quality?
Have just switched wheels with a friend to see if changing from the hard side wall Bridgestone's to Conti tyres will help at all.
Will report back once I've re-tested.
Got to admit I had Michelins on my Austin's and since swapping to my new set of wheels (with Bridgestone's fitted) I have noticed a difference in ride and handling - would be interested in seeing how you get on with different tyres too...
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That's a shame Matt, sure you'll have no trouble selling them on though if that's what you're going to do. Have you considered spacers? I know they won't lower the car but they might satisfy you in terms of looks without sacrificing ride quality?
Have just switched wheels with a friend to see if changing from the hard side wall Bridgestone's to Conti tyres will help at all.
Will report back once I've re-tested.
Got to admit I had Michelins on my Austin's and since swapping to my new set of wheels (with Bridgestone's fitted) I have noticed a difference in ride and handling - would be interested in seeing how you get on with different tyres too...
Just got back from a quick drive to the local café and with ride is much better with the Conti's which could explain why some reviews on these springs are great and others are just terrible.
Even though the rides improved with the Conti's I still plan to switch to Eibachs Pro Kit.
Its been suggested to me that the VWR springs are based on Eibach sportlines which are competition inspired road springs, whereas the Pro Kit is more suitable for fast road and comfort.
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Eibach Pro Kit springs now fitted :grin:
They don't lower the car as much as the VWR springs, I think there approximately 5mm higher in the front and 10mm in the rear which doesn't sound a lot but it does make such a massive difference to the general ride comfort.
I would say the Eibach's ride nicer with the horrible Bridgestone's, than the VWR springs did with the softer Contis.
There is still a firmness to the car, but its less harsh and feels more OEM+ now. The Eibach's IMHO seem to work better with the DCC dampers as if the springs rates and damping are more in tune with the car for all three settings. Turn in and general handling are just a little bit sharper than stock.
Overall I'm now very happy with the drop and performance.
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Eibach Pro Kit springs now fitted :grin:
They don't lower the car as much as the VWR springs, I think there approximately 5mm higher in the front and 10mm in the rear which doesn't sound a lot but it does make such a massive difference to the general ride comfort.
I would say the Eibach's ride nicer with the horrible Bridgestone's, than the VWR springs did with the softer Contis.
There is still a firmness to the car, but its less harsh and feels more OEM+ now. The Eibach's IMHO seem to work better with the DCC dampers as if the springs rates and damping are more in tune with the car for all three settings. Turn in and general handling are just a little bit sharper than stock.
Overall I'm now very happy with the drop and performance.
thanks for the info, any chance of pics. and does this void the warranty at all?
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Eibach Pro Kit springs now fitted :grin:
They don't lower the car as much as the VWR springs, I think there approximately 5mm higher in the front and 10mm in the rear which doesn't sound a lot but it does make such a massive difference to the general ride comfort.
I would say the Eibach's ride nicer with the horrible Bridgestone's, than the VWR springs did with the softer Contis.
There is still a firmness to the car, but its less harsh and feels more OEM+ now. The Eibach's IMHO seem to work better with the DCC dampers as if the springs rates and damping are more in tune with the car for all three settings. Turn in and general handling are just a little bit sharper than stock.
Overall I'm now very happy with the drop and performance.
thanks for the info, any chance of pics. and does this void the warranty at all?
Will get some pictures up hopefully this afternoon, warranty wise you will lose you springs warranty and depending on your dealer maybe also the dampers but that's it.
The rest of your warranty, engine and drivetrain etc. will still be valid. :wink:
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Eibach Pro Kit springs now fitted :grin:
They don't lower the car as much as the VWR springs, I think there approximately 5mm higher in the front and 10mm in the rear which doesn't sound a lot but it does make such a massive difference to the general ride comfort.
I would say the Eibach's ride nicer with the horrible Bridgestone's, than the VWR springs did with the softer Contis.
There is still a firmness to the car, but its less harsh and feels more OEM+ now. The Eibach's IMHO seem to work better with the DCC dampers as if the springs rates and damping are more in tune with the car for all three settings. Turn in and general handling are just a little bit sharper than stock.
Overall I'm now very happy with the drop and performance.
Sounds good, glad you've got it sorted and are happy. Fast too!
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Eibach Pro Kit springs now fitted :grin:
They don't lower the car as much as the VWR springs, I think there approximately 5mm higher in the front and 10mm in the rear which doesn't sound a lot but it does make such a massive difference to the general ride comfort.
I would say the Eibach's ride nicer with the horrible Bridgestone's, than the VWR springs did with the softer Contis.
There is still a firmness to the car, but its less harsh and feels more OEM+ now. The Eibach's IMHO seem to work better with the DCC dampers as if the springs rates and damping are more in tune with the car for all three settings. Turn in and general handling are just a little bit sharper than stock.
Overall I'm now very happy with the drop and performance.
thanks for the info, any chance of pics. and does this void the warranty at all?
As requested;
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/7MAT/7matgti01_zpszzylngl4.jpg)
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Eibach Pro Kit springs now fitted :grin:
They don't lower the car as much as the VWR springs, I think there approximately 5mm higher in the front and 10mm in the rear which doesn't sound a lot but it does make such a massive difference to the general ride comfort.
I would say the Eibach's ride nicer with the horrible Bridgestone's, than the VWR springs did with the softer Contis.
There is still a firmness to the car, but its less harsh and feels more OEM+ now. The Eibach's IMHO seem to work better with the DCC dampers as if the springs rates and damping are more in tune with the car for all three settings. Turn in and general handling are just a little bit sharper than stock.
Overall I'm now very happy with the drop and performance.
thanks for the info, any chance of pics. and does this void the warranty at all?
As requested;
(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b387/7MAT/7matgti01_zpszzylngl4.jpg)
looking good :) i wish mine would hurry up now :)