golf 8v/16v springs

[paultownsend]

hi all.  the ebay seller i got my gaz adjustable dampers gave me some new free apex 40mm lowering springs after a problem i was having with my eibach 8v springs not working. only thing is now, the front end sits higher, nearly an inch. i consider the springs now to be 'run in'. do you think this is because the 16v engine weighs more so the springs are harder to compensate? Paul

[Gambit]

as standard 16v springs are generally a heavier poundage than 8v springs. but alot of aftermarket spring manufacturers dont adhere to this

if the springs are branded as a 16v only product then i would say they are a heavier poundage. but an inch height difference is a bit extreme!!

[paultownsend]

just checked the apex web site, and the springs are listed with different part numbers for the 8 and 16v's. the 16v springs also lower by a further 10mm