Suspension talk

[LunchboxVRS]

Do a search there's a link on here I'm pretty sure. That's how I got it.

[Gusman]

Next mod on the list for me is coilovers and I'm thinking KW. Although I give the 77TSI a fair thrashing in the hills every couple of weeks this car will probably not be tracked and the roads around here are atrocious so I'm wondering if the Street Comforts might be the go instead of V1's. I'm looking to maintain the lowered ride height I've got with my current H&R 25/40 springs but improve the composure over mid-corner bumps and the ride around town (yes I want to have my cake and eat it too, but I'm sure quality coilovers can do a better job than the H&R springs with standard dampers). Does anyone have any experience with Street Comforts?

[Melon Head]

Can anyone comment if this is a good price for b16 pss10
BILSTEIN B16 - PSS10 COILOVER for VW POLO (6R_) 1.4 GTI 48-168229 [BILSTEIN 48-168229] | e-Parts.co.uk

[Polo_GTI]

Why does the picture show them as mcpherson struts front & rear when only the fronts are mcpherson?

[Melon Head]

probably just a generic picture

[Melon Head]

The struts in my swift are leaking oil. The oem replacements are $500 each. I can get a Bilstein B14 kit for less than $1000 delivered. So it's a no brainer.
I'll let you know what they are like when installed

[BTJ]

Next mod on the list for me is coilovers and I'm thinking KW. Although I give the 77TSI a fair thrashing in the hills every couple of weeks this car will probably not be tracked and the roads around here are atrocious so I'm wondering if the Street Comforts might be the go instead of V1's. I'm looking to maintain the lowered ride height I've got with my current H&R 25/40 springs but improve the composure over mid-corner bumps and the ride around town (yes I want to have my cake and eat it too, but I'm sure quality coilovers can do a better job than the H&R springs with standard dampers). Does anyone have any experience with Street Comforts?

Mate thinking of lowering my 77 as well. I've got the sport pack but wouldn't mind going lower and firmer. Let me know how your experience goes if you don't mind. Ive never done any suspension mods on a car before. :S

[Gusman]

Mate thinking of lowering my 77 as well. I've got the sport pack but wouldn't mind going lower and firmer. Let me know how your experience goes if you don't mind. Ive never done any suspension mods on a car before. :S

No probs. Will be looking to order some coils in the next few weeks (finances permitting).

[GTI JOE]

A couple of cheapy coilovers:
AP Coilovers VW Polo MK8 6R (09-) TDI and GTI
and
eBay Australia: Buy new & used fashion, electronics & home d
and a little more expensive
H&R VW Polo 6R Gewindefahrwerk 30-70mm Audi Tuning, BMW Tuning, VW Tuning, Opel Tuning, Mercedes Tuning, Mini Tuning
over to you guys for comment

[GTI JOE]

Oh...and these too (German anyone?)
Hiltrac Gewindefahrwerk Tieferlegung VW POLO 6R 1.4 GTI | eBay
http://www.ebay.de/itm/Hiltrac-Gewin...#ht_1823wt_888

[pontiff]

reviving another semi-old thread...

I'm installing a set of Kw V1's as soon as I get the new set of bolts, strut spreader and an M14 spline socket, then I'll report back and let you know.

[Gusman]

Ok, so KW Street Comforts got installed this afternoon (along with Remsa pads and some decent fluid), and man, what a difference compared to the H&R 25/40 springs and stock dampers! It's still firm but no longer crashes over manhole covers and road wrinkles, and doesn't bounce around. So much more composed. Yet to give the 77 a spanking in the hills to compare but I'm very happy with the around town ride. I left it at the height that the H&R springs were at but might wind it down once the suspension settles. If you want to drop your ride but maintain a decent level of comfort and composure (and can stretch to these budget-wise) I totally recommend them.

[BLN355]

Haha its a big difference to the standard set up hey?
You'll love how composed it is in the twisties.

Ok, so KW Street Comforts got installed this afternoon (along with Remsa pads and some decent fluid), and man, what a difference compared to the H&R 25/40 springs and stock dampers! It's still firm but no longer crashes over manhole covers and road wrinkles, and doesn't bounce around. So much more composed. Yet to give the 77 a spanking in the hills to compare but I'm very happy with the around town ride. I left it at the height that the H&R springs were at but might wind it down once the suspension settles. If you want to drop your ride but maintain a decent level of comfort and composure (and can stretch to these budget-wise) I totally recommend them.

[Bassik]

I'm very interested in this how much did it set you back?

[pontiff]

Installing KW v1's tomorrow

Had to order in all the stretch bolts and nuts etc. about $35 or so all up.