Tell me more about the coilovers -- what are the pros/cons versus a more traditional set-up?
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From: Jeff Newton [mailto:Jeff_Newton@pmc-sierra.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 27, 1999 1:47 PM
To: jettaglx@igtc.com
Subject: RE: Bilstein/Neuspeed Question
They can but if you lower more than 1" the strut may bottom under
severe suspension compression. Bilstein Sports have a 1.5" shorter
shaft which is meant for lowering applications. The shock valving is
the same as the HDs.
So take your pick. If you plan to go lower than 1" get the sports.
If not, get the HDs. In either case, you will love them.
BTW, just to confuse you, the Sports can be used if you don't lower
the car as well.
As an alternative, you could just bag the Neuspeed/Bilstein idea and
get some H&R Coilovers. Very nice ride/handling and only a few
hundred more than a standard shock/spring setup. Definately worth it!
Cheers,
Jeff Newton
97 GLX
H&R Coilovers installed - FINALLY!
> Why can't HDs be used if you're lowering the car?
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Eric Ansay [mailto:AnsayEM@dhfs.state.wi.us]
> Sent: Wednesday, January 27, 1999 12:53 PM
> To: jettaglx@igtc.com
> Subject: Re: Bilstein/Neuspeed Question
>
>
> You will need the Bilstein Sports. The Bilstein HD should only be
used when
> you are NOT lowering your car. I have Bilstein Sports with HOR
springs and
> I love them.
>
> Eric
>
> >>> "Karp, Steve" <KarpS@1st-annapolis.com> 01/27 11:27 AM >>>
> Anyone out there using a Bilstein HD / Neuspeed Sport Spring set-up?
If so,
> any comments? Talked to the folks at VW Sport, which is near me,
and they
> really recommended this set-up for people looking for a moderate
drop (1")
> and major improvement in handling, which worsening ride quality too
much.
> My 98 GLX is a daily driver ...
>
> Thanks,
> Steve
>
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Jeff Newton
Unix Systems Administrator
PMC-Sierra Inc.