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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: gitzy16v on 27 July 2006, 12:14

Title: Golf 16v mk3 lowering
Post by: gitzy16v on 27 July 2006, 12:14

Hi there new to this site and 16v mk3. Have had an early 8v (92) and have just got a late 16v (97). One thing i have noticed is that the 16v sits a lot higher than the 8v. Having looked at other later 16vs this is obviously the standard for it, so how do i go about lowering it. Is it possible to just change the springs and if so what kind of drop is still comfortable but will give it a better look. Or is it best to replace the dampners as well, if so what is a good kit and again how much should i look to drop it. Presumably adjustable would be better but also more expensive, can anybody suggest a cheaper but still quality brand.

Cheers boys  :wink:

Title: Re: Golf 16v mk3 lowering
Post by: monkeyalan on 27 July 2006, 14:07

eibach springs on standard shocks   :wink:

Title: Re: Golf 16v mk3 lowering
Post by: gitzy16v on 27 July 2006, 14:12

Ok cheers what kind of drop front and back. Where is the best place to get em from and what sort of dough?
Thanks monkey :smiley:

Title: Re: Golf 16v mk3 lowering
Post by: BigDaveC on 27 July 2006, 16:11

eibach i think only do a 30mm drop back and front on standard shocks.
used price around £60 (ebay)
New around £120 anywhere that sells them.

Title: Re: Golf 16v mk3 lowering
Post by: Hypermonkey on 27 July 2006, 22:18

Eibachs drop 30mm as stated, but the ride on standard shox is sh*te!!

I have the same set up...was told it was propper set up ie springs and shortened shox but isn't and the car bounces over bumps. The shox are fine...passed MOT 1 month ago but the matching of these 2 is not the best.

I would suggest looking at a kit that is matched up...such as G-max or one of the Viper sets...they are £220-250. If you are paying a garage to fit them, it will cost the same to do the springs as fit a whole set up...so you are only saving £100-130 on getting just the springs...plus if your shox are old then the new range of travell might end them quicker than if on standard.

Which ever way you go don't forget to get the camber and tracking done  :smiley:

Title: Re: Golf 16v mk3 lowering
Post by: boneybradley on 27 July 2006, 22:46

I have just bought the following for mine

BILSTEIN STREETLINE SPORTS KIT  Golf MkIII Gti/VR6

LOWERS BY APPROX: 35mm

Each kit contains: 4 x Bilstein 'Original' gas shock absorbers plus 1 x lowered and uprated spring kit.
                 
Part No. 938440485 from eurocarparts at just over £220 with the v.a.t and if you order online it's free post and no I don't work for them!!!! but top quality.....and a very well respected brand :smiley: