RE: Suspensions

["Piecuch, Benjamin HS" <benjamin.piecuch@hs.utc.com>]

I own a '98 GLX on which I'm installing Bilstein Sports and H&R Sport
Springs this weekend.  So, obviously, I haven't had a chance to drive
them yet.  It's a daily driver, no track or autocross time, so I think this
is
a pretty good set-up.  Springs are progressive, 200-250 up front, I think 
100-150 in the rear.  They should drop the car about 1.5 inches all around.
I'm keeping the stock tire size, so no problems with rubbing, etc..

I've also driven a Corrado with Bilstein Sports and the Shine Setup.
The Shine's were linear, 300 up front, 200 in the rear.  It was very flat
in the corners and rode fairly well.  It seemed a bit bouncy over standard
roads, which led me to think the springs were too stiff.  Also, the fact
that
they're linear springs could cause that.  This is why I chose the slightly 
softer H&R's.  The Shine's don't have any extra drop.  They keep the 
stock ride height, at least on the Corrado.  Since this is the case, I'm not
sure why Shine recommends the Bilstein Sports.  It could deal with spring
perch height.  Hope this helps.

					BEN


> -----Original Message-----
> From:	Marc Gallagher [SMTP:mgallagher@Langan.com]
> Subject:	Suspensions
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> At the risk of rekindling the war of the roses, I wanted to get some
> feelings on suspension set-ups.  I have read the archives from the GTi
> list
> but they are, obviously, for GTi's.  I realize the cars are essentially
> identical give or take a trunk but the weight may make a difference.  With
> that said, what are people using for a good performing, DAILY driven car.
> I
> want good handling, minimal (1 inch) lowering and a ride that I (and the
> wife) can tolerate on daily 70 mile commutes.  So no suggestions that
> start
> with "3-inch lowering and 400 pound springs are great".
> 
> Marc
> 97' Jetta GLX - Red/Black
> 
>