Author Topic: mk4 V5 suspension  (Read 952 times)

Offline stevieoneda

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mk4 V5 suspension
« on: 13 April 2010, 21:24 »
got a 99 V5, it's quite a soft, wallowy drive (albeit very smooth and relaxed)
great for cruising but it doesn't inspire confidence for enthusiastic driving

is this a characteristic of v5 suspension
or parts getting old and tired?

and if it is just the way they are, what's the best option for upgrading?
I don't really want to go to extremes, just stiffen things up a bit... what do you suggest?

maybe suspension components from a vr6? or an aftermarket kit?
would poly bushing help and which ones specifically are going to improve things?

just had 4 brand new bridgestone turanzas fitted at £80 a corner so the cheaper the better for future mods!

Offline Damian @ DPM

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Re: mk4 V5 suspension
« Reply #1 on: 14 April 2010, 10:22 »
Suspension is usually past it's best after about 60k. May be worth while changing the shocks and springs for a good quality after market choice and also maybe looking over some of the bushes to see how badly worn they are.

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Offline T_J_G

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Re: mk4 V5 suspension
« Reply #2 on: 14 April 2010, 10:49 »
Bilstein B4 shocks and Eibach Springs.

Eibach Shocks and Springs.


Offline Wayne

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Re: mk4 V5 suspension
« Reply #3 on: 14 April 2010, 21:41 »

Bilstein B4 shocks and Eibach Springs.

Eibach Shocks and Springs.


+1 Excellent choice