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Offline laydon

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Suspension ?
« on: 24 August 2005, 11:30 »
My Mk2 8v is on standard suspension which is now 15 years old. I quite like the ride there is a little more body roll than I would like but it's not an issue. I don't want to mess around with adjustable settings or have it too low just fit and forget. Can anyone suggest an upgrade? I don't mind splashing out so budget is not an issue. Is it true that the 16v suspension is slightly lower? anyone have experience of driving both, would a 16v setup be the best option.
I could replace with standard vag items but surely suspension has come a long way in 15 years. :undecided:




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Re: Suspension ?
« Reply #1 on: 24 August 2005, 11:32 »
If money isnt an issue then i have 2 words. Coil Overs. Would be stiffer than standard though.

Offline workhorse '90 8v

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Re: Suspension ?
« Reply #2 on: 24 August 2005, 11:34 »
koni do a kit which only lowers 20mm for just under 400 bucks...

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Re: Suspension ?
« Reply #3 on: 24 August 2005, 11:37 »
If i were looking at the moment i would check these deals out.

http://www.venommotorsport.com/shop/index.html

Offline laydon

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Re: Suspension ?
« Reply #4 on: 24 August 2005, 11:44 »
Thanks for the link but I dont really want to drop more than say 20mm?

Offline Mr Blue

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Re: Suspension ?
« Reply #5 on: 24 August 2005, 11:55 »
if you want a comfy ride then dont buy coiovers. Supersport Goldlines are back breakers trust me :evil:

ohh and nice mk2. looks kinda like 'slammed mk2's' one :smiley:
« Last Edit: 24 August 2005, 11:57 by Bling Blue Mk2 »
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Offline Ozz

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Re: Suspension ?
« Reply #6 on: 24 August 2005, 12:20 »
If you want a good ride, not too hard and not too low I'd suggest the boge turbo shocks and lowering kit you get from GSF. I know its not a very flash kit but it sounds like its just what you want, I had it on my last car and it was a good combination of ride and comfort. You probably want the -35mm kit as thats -35 from standard height, gtis are already lowered i think its either 15 or 20 from standard height so the resulting drop will lower your car by either 15 or 20 mm.
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Re: Suspension ?
« Reply #7 on: 24 August 2005, 12:30 »
Mk2_Ozz is on the right track with the Boge Shocks, but I would go for Eibach springs, they are fantastic.

Edit: I have the 40mm drop springs on my car, and I am very impressed.

http://www.awesomegti.com/
choose the Mk2 then click on 'suspension'. worth shopping around for. Found mine going cheap on ebay.
« Last Edit: 24 August 2005, 19:46 by Organisys »

... it's turned into a fashion show for poofters.

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Re: Suspension ?
« Reply #8 on: 24 August 2005, 12:33 »
Thats a good point actually, if cash isnt an issue you may as well go for eibach springs  :smiley:
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Re: Suspension ?
« Reply #9 on: 24 August 2005, 21:13 »
If you're looking for a really good setup, go for the koni shocks and 20mm eibach springs. They completely compliment each other and give a very subtle look as well as a pinpointed drive, not harsh at all, unlike my avo coilovers!