Coilovers MK4 GTi

[Zaki84]

Thinking to get coilovers for my MK4 GTi. Looking for cheapest option.... Any suggestions?

[caputo9]

Cheapest option would either be JOMs or Fk Streetlines. I have Fk Streetlines and im really happy with them. After going for a ride in another MK4 with JOMs i was put off them with having a very harsh ride.
The ride in the Fks is really comfortable. Can go very low and still maintain comfort. Are a little soft for being coilovers where they can bottom out but just be careful like any low car.

IMO get Fk's you wont regret it!

[Zaki84]

Cheapest option would either be JOMs or Fk Streetlines. I have Fk Streetlines and im really happy with them. After going for a ride in another MK4 with JOMs i was put off them with having a very harsh ride.
The ride in the Fks is really comfortable. Can go very low and still maintain comfort. Are a little soft for being coilovers where they can bottom out but just be careful like any low car.

IMO get Fk's you wont regret it!

Where can I get them?whats the price?

[dylan8]

Jom, hot tuning, ta technix, budget fk. All similar, most go crazy low, but generally you pay for what you get in regards to comfort.
Check Ecs, fk, eBay, or local distributors

[leighaus]

also run FK AKs.... good budget gear. have been strong since ive had them... im probably going to raise my car up though. I have to go via speedhumps every time i go to from my house.

[waddz]

I've run ta technix for past two years and they've been fine. Adjusted them plenty of times too without drama. Go plenty low enough for daily use.

[blackers10]

my JOM's are sweet as,
for the money they are WAY better than king springs lol

They tend to be a bit soft when you hit a big bump that throws the car upwards as it gets a little bit of a rebound but nothing worth worrying about.

but overall I am happy with them and would certainly recommend them if you aren't looking for ultra good handling from KW's or BC's etc that are $1300 + then you will be more than happy with them.

you can get them direct from V-Tech Australia as they are the importer for roughly $600 a set

just make sure you really tighten the lower control arm spring seat as it can come loose and disappear (happened to me)

[SLAJ]

I can't complain with FK AK Streets

[caputo9]

Ebay is the way to go but can be purchased from many other places such as ecs like mentioned above

Good luck man! and if you have the skills/tools, install them yourself (really isnt too hard) and youll save an easy $300+ on installation that mechanics love to steal.
I was quoted about $500 to install them at one place and i laughed. Doing it myself i spent about $50 on tools to put them in.
Degreaser and antiseize wont go amiss!

BTW if you do it yourself make sure you purchase new bolts and nuts for the front coils/struts from VW. Very important as they are a stressed bolt and arent to be reused.

[dylan8]

And new strut top bushes and bearings.

[Feeine]

I've been running fk streets for around 7k km and so far so good. i've got mine as low as possible without removing adjusters and they're still pretty comfy. recommend them highly.

[Black Betty]

+1 for JOMs, I have them and no complaints here. Everyone told me i would hate them if i got them, and that the money i would save on suspension i would spend on dental bills. Glad i didn't listen, cos they are fine and don't ride rough at all and are pretty good value for what you get.