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Model specific boards => Golf mk7 => Topic started by: Dazie00 on 31 March 2022, 08:23
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Looking into going a tad lower, don't really want to ruin comfort or go to low, so amny options on the market, have tried VWR before but found them awful TBH,
Eibach
Emmanualle Designs
H&R
APR
Anybody got experience i. this area, don't really want to go the expense of coilovers if i can help it
Thanks
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I could be wrong but are the VWR springs not just rebranded Eibach springs? Don't take my word for it but I'm sure that WAS the case, maybe not anymore.
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Eibach Pro don't give as much of a drop, but are almost universally praised. They'd be my choice.
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I've just ordered a set of Eibach Pro's . I'll let you know the outcome
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Interested in this too, please post pics once fitted :laugh:
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I've just ordered a set of Eibach Pro's . I'll let you know the outcome
Thats what i've ordered as well , getting fitted next tuesday .
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I am not interested in going any lower, but I'd be interested to see if ride is improved with these. I have both DCC and 18's, yet the ride is harsher than I expected.
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I am not interested in going any lower, but I'd be interested to see if ride is improved with these. I have both DCC and 18's, yet the ride is harsher than I expected.
I would have thought that if you have both 18” wheels and DCC then the ride should be pretty good for a performance hatch, although I accept that ride quality is quite subjective and what’s good or acceptable to some may not be for others.
Could it be that it’s your tyres that are contributing towards a harsher than expected ride quality? Some tyre brands have quite stiff sidewalls (e.g. Bridgestones) that will contribute to a firmer, less compliant ride quality than tyres with less stiff sidewalls. Also, VW’s recommended tyre pressures might also be a factor in the ‘harsher than expected’ ride; VW set their recommended pressures settings quite high to reduce the tyres rolling resistance with the primary objective of improving CO2 emissions rather than to improve ride quality.
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I am not interested in going any lower, but I'd be interested to see if ride is improved with these. I have both DCC and 18's, yet the ride is harsher than I expected.
Could it be that it’s your tyres that are contributing towards a harsher than expected ride quality? Some tyre brands have quite stiff sidewalls (e.g. Bridgestones) that will contribute to a firmer, less compliant ride quality than tyres with less stiff sidewalls.
When I last swapped tyres (previous car) from Pirellis to Michelins there was a distinct improvement in ride quality. Worth thinking about.
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I am not interested in going any lower, but I'd be interested to see if ride is improved with these. I have both DCC and 18's, yet the ride is harsher than I expected.
I would have thought that if you have both 18” wheels and DCC then the ride should be pretty good for a performance hatch, although I accept that ride quality is quite subjective and what’s good or acceptable to some may not be for others.
Could it be that it’s your tyres that are contributing towards a harsher than expected ride quality? Some tyre brands have quite stiff sidewalls (e.g. Bridgestones) that will contribute to a firmer, less compliant ride quality than tyres with less stiff sidewalls. Also, VW’s recommended tyre pressures might also be a factor in the ‘harsher than expected’ ride; VW set their recommended pressures settings quite high to reduce the tyres rolling resistance with the primary objective of improving CO2 emissions rather than to improve ride quality.
I have Michelins upfront and Bridgestone on the rear. The Bridgestones although they have good tread, they look old, so I am going to change them anyway so I have the same tyre all round. Will do this and see whats what! Thanks guys. Edit: Tyres booked for Saturday!
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I have had michelin ps4s for a month now, just done first proper drive to the cotswolds, I can't believe how much they have transformed the car. Better ride and grip, gives me more confidence in the car.
Wish I had changed them when I first got it.
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I have had michelin ps4s for a month now, just done first proper drive to the cotswolds, I can't believe how much they have transformed the car. Better ride and grip, gives me more confidence in the car.
Wish I had changed them when I first got it.
Fantastic! And to think they are less than £100 each fitted is quite remarkable.
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Eibach Pro springs fitted today, a subtle drop, Happy with the look and they seem to drive just fine, not really any harder a ride, do a few more miles and report back !!
(https://i.postimg.cc/23pRxnZS/IMG-6580.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/30Zc841s)
(https://i.postimg.cc/XNBv9LM3/IMG-6581.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rzcckSFY)
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Wow that back end has dropped :grin:
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That looks so much better , Daz what size are the rims ? . I’m getting my springs fitted tomorrow
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That looks so much better , Daz what size are the rims ? . I’m getting my springs fitted tomorrow
They are 18 x 7.5 et 49 with 12/15mm spacers fitted .
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I am not interested in going any lower, but I'd be interested to see if ride is improved with these. I have both DCC and 18's, yet the ride is harsher than I expected.
I would have thought that if you have both 18” wheels and DCC then the ride should be pretty good for a performance hatch, although I accept that ride quality is quite subjective and what’s good or acceptable to some may not be for others.
Could it be that it’s your tyres that are contributing towards a harsher than expected ride quality? Some tyre brands have quite stiff sidewalls (e.g. Bridgestones) that will contribute to a firmer, less compliant ride quality than tyres with less stiff sidewalls. Also, VW’s recommended tyre pressures might also be a factor in the ‘harsher than expected’ ride; VW set their recommended pressures settings quite high to reduce the tyres rolling resistance with the primary objective of improving CO2 emissions rather than to improve ride quality.
Car is noticeably better now I have 4 PS4's, not just 2. Thanks for the tip!
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Looking into going a tad lower, don't really want to ruin comfort or go to low, so amny options on the market, have tried VWR before but found them awful TBH,
Eibach
Emmanualle Designs
H&R
APR
Anybody got experience i. this area, don't really want to go the expense of coilovers if i can help it
Thanks
H&R 25 on the front and rear with Michelin Super Sports. Rides not bad for daily use, bit bumpy but liveable. On flat surfaces they are very good. I was never told or thought about about the fact that the camber would be adjusted, so my first set of tires where worn unevenly, inside tread was on the legal limit and the outside was about 3 mil. I would defo recommend without a doubt.
Also, the cars stance is so much better. It looks how I would want it to look from factory - oh and 12 mil spacers on the front and 15 mil on the rear