Bilstein/H&R suspension combo group buy discount?

[Gti Dave]

I've been planning on getting a set of bilstein B8's with H&R spring combo for my pogo for quite some time now and particularly after good reports from those that have had this combo fitted in this forum I've decided to finally go ahead with it.In the process, and for the benefit of those interested, I've been able to arrange for a 20% trade discount deal off RRP of any suspension/spring sets from the importer themselves so good news with regards to warranty (not that there are any quality/durability issues with them I'm been told). I'm planning on getting mine the moment I get Mr Rudd's gift (or part of my last financials years tax back anyway ). Anyway, the more interested, the merrier.

[shhplit]

how much we looking at for the springs and shocks? Can we buy separately?

Damn I just got some new H&R Springs

[Gti Dave]

how much we looking at for the springs and shocks? Can we buy separately?

Damn I just got some new H&R Springs

Yes, you can buy seperately, I only had a chat with the importer the other day and to help get their business moving during this slow economic climate, they said they're happy to give 20% discount as part of this special group buy and can be of any combination of products i.e. spring kit only, or suspension kit only or both.

After discount, the springs would be $345.60

After discount, the B8 suspension units (excludes springs as B8 kit only includes suspension only) would be $1,024

[Gti Dave]

Forgot to mention that postage would be extra and would be via TNT courier and cost between $35-$45 depending on whether only springs or suspension, or both are purchased.

[mikepologti]

how much for a bilstein b12 kit

[goodfella]

Forgot to mention that postage would be extra and would be via TNT courier and cost between $35-$45 depending on whether only springs or suspension, or both are purchased.

can we look at Bilstein products for other VW models, I am looking at getting a set of shocks for my 4motion... its compatible with eg Mk 4 R32/TT Q/S3 ?

Also, you forgot to mention where the supplier is, I am assuming its Heasman's in Sydney, so is Pick up an option?

[Sharkie]

I'll be in on a group buy if you can get me the following from H&R - part #: 27274-2 = Tiguan H&R sport spring set.

Get me a price 1st please though.

[Gti Dave]

Hi guys, yes you can get anything from the Bilstein and H&R range at the discounted specials as long as the importer offers it in Australia so its not just restricted to VW and Audi vehicles. I was told they have kits for the Holdens and Fords etc. For kits that the importer doesn't have in stock, they will need to be ordered which I was told may take up to 5 weeks. I'll just have to find out pricing and PM you guys individually. Might not be able to get back to you until tomorrow night though cause they guy is kinda busy at times and might not be able to answer my email for quotes until the next day.

[Gti Dave]

can we look at Bilstein products for other VW models, I am looking at getting a set of shocks for my 4motion... its compatible with eg Mk 4 R32/TT Q/S3 ?

Also, you forgot to mention where the supplier is, I am assuming its Heasman's in Sydney, so is Pick up an option?

Nah, the importer I'm getting them from is in Melbourne. So pick up might be available to those in Melbourne. These guys have been dealing with Bilstein for the past 30 years. They also do installs for those interested in getting them fitted. Not sure about fitment costs though. Would need to ask.

[Chuck]

im keen!

if i drop the springs on my Pogo with stock shocks - what are the ramifications? i don't really thrash it too much...just wanna lower it a bit

keen though...let me know please - cheers

[pixl]

if i drop the springs on my Pogo with stock shocks - what are the ramifications?

Shorter lifespan of stock shocks and apparently the ride is a little "bouncier"

[Stuwey]

Shorter lifespan of stock shocks

Can anyone give me a real reason so as to WHY this is? Unless you're actually bottoming out the dampers with your new ride height, there is no reason why lowering the car would affect the lifespan of your originals.

[h100vw]

In my experience stock shocks are not happy with uprated/lowered/stiffer springs.

The damping rate usually doesn't complement the spring rate and the ride is nasty. Not saying that will defo be the case here but you have to be prepared for it.

Most likely they will be underdamped and extra oscillations after bumps will make you feel sick as.

Gavin

[Gti Dave]

Its due to the suspension being lowered and not working in its full range of efficiency hence the harder it works and therefore reduced service life. Over time, the rubber bump stop may wear out and fail resulting in bottoming out of suspension and causing catastrophic failure of the suspension and chassis as the metal parts of the suspension knock into each other with every pot hole or decent sized bump on the road you run over.

[mikepologti]

bugger, just realised i cant get that money together till atleast the 10th of may...............not happy jan!