Best Springs for KONI FSD's

[isaw]

Ok, So I have a set of koni FSD's but am unsure of what springs to get to match. I've heard you cant go too low as the valves in the FSD's break and are not designed to go below a 1.5" drop.

So, I'm down to a choice between H&R springs (currently 20% off - $550) or the Eibach (price unknown apparently ~650ish). I understand both are progressive rate springs but apart from that I dont have a clue.

All I know is I like to in the twisties

[Big Yellow]

im pretty sure the FSDs and Eibach Pro Cup Kit can be purchased as a kit so maybe them??

I also think Rennenhaus sells these with Neuspeed springs.

I am also looking at these for my R32, so any other input would be great!!

[mrx]

Ok, So I have a set of koni FSD's but am unsure of what springs to get to match. I've heard you cant go too low as the valves in the FSD's break and are not designed to go below a 1.5" drop.

So, I'm down to a choice between H&R springs (currently 20% off - $550) or the Eibach (price unknown apparently ~650ish). I understand both are progressive rate springs but apart from that I dont have a clue.

All I know is I like to in the twisties

I bought Eibach springs from JKM performance in the UK (when our dollar was a little higher), for $400 inc. (3 day) delivery - if you think $650 is a bit pricey.

[benno]

I got this email from eibach a few days ago:

We have a Eibach Sportline kit available that suits the GT 2.0Ltr TDI,
and DSG, it lowers the car approximately 20 to 25mm in the front and
20mm in the rear. The price of the kit is $620.00 plus 10% GST and
delivery, they can be fitted with the original dampers

[isaw]

the GTI springs are different as they are already lower, its not the drop I'm interested in to much but the better handeling.

Still dont know waht to go for and i want to order them soon :\

[benno]

Yah but the GTI springs should be the same price.

ARE the GTIs actually lower than the GTs?

[Big Yellow]

the GTI springs are different as they are already lower, its not the drop I'm interested in to much but the better handeling.

Still dont know waht to go for and i want to order them soon :\

maybe go ask WhiteJames on golfmkv. he seems to be the suspension guru over there. I know he had the FSD on his car before he changed to the KW V3s.

[isaw]

PM'd. still seeking adivce.

are the H&R's progressive? and where does one get sleeving done?

[BarneyBoy]

Yah but the GTI springs should be the same price.

ARE the GTIs actually lower than the GTs?

No - 'zactly the same drop (-10mm from stock).

[Logzy]

the GTI springs are different as they are already lower, its not the drop I'm interested in to much but the better handeling.

Still dont know waht to go for and i want to order them soon :\

I can tell you what not to go for, the FSD's.!!

[Big Yellow]

I can tell you what not to go for, the FSD's.!!

Logzy, what shocks are you running with your Neuspeed springs?? still stock?

[Logzy]

Logzy, what shocks are you running with your Neuspeed springs?? still stock?

No. Originally i was running the FSD's but these crapped themselves so after much discussion and waiting for answers from my supplier i changed the FSD's over for Koni Yellows.

[Big Yellow]

No. Originally i was running the FSD's but these crapped themselves so after much discussion and waiting for answers from my supplier i changed the FSD's over for Koni Yellows.

Ahhhh ok ok.

Is there a difference in the ride characteristics between the FSD and the Yellows? I'm assuming the Yellows are cheaper as well.

[Logzy]

Ahhhh ok ok.

Is there a difference in the ride characteristics between the FSD and the Yellows? I'm assuming the Yellows are cheaper as well.

The impression i was given is that the yellows are more expensive but im not sure.

As for ride, the yellows are better in IMO. General comfort wise the yellows are no worse than the FSD's, if anything i think theyre a bit better.

The FSD's were a bit harsh sometimes on the return where they would sort of bounce you back out of a dip but the yellows feel alot more smoother.

Yellows are also adjustable.

[Big Yellow]

ahhhhhhhh cool thats for the clarification mate!!!

i will have to look into this hehe