Quick question(s) about coilovers

[gtimk5]

I deleted my earlier reply in case it upset anyone.
Peedman, you are correct, why would you spend such money on a 30 yo cars suspension. Its crazy and only for the rich, and then its usually wasted driving round the roads. You can mix brands and make a decent handling Golf.

[pr*duct]

i am a fitter for hottuning coils in melbourne

dom

Sweet cool

[Valver.]

why would you spend such money on a 30 yo cars suspension. Its crazy and only for the rich, and then its usually wasted driving round the roads. You can mix brands and make a decent handling Golf.

With all due respect, Andrew (which, from me to you, is a reasonable amount) must you always slip in these 'covert' comments about bigger budget cars? No one on this forum is 'rich' by any measure, and if they were, they would hardly populate a Volkswagen forum!!

Nothing is 'wasted' in a road car if it's used and enjoyed. I know for sure that having actually owned a 'rich' suspension setup, it sure as hell rode a lot nicer than the cheaper brands (the majority of which I've tried) and was worth every cent. I've spent even more on my next round and I'm sure the benefits will be there once again.

I am not rich by any measure (and nor is the other person we locals all know such comments are directed at...), but stand by spending money on the best stuff.

Yes, one can mix and match things and obtain a 'decent handling Golf', but what's wrong with buying the best and creating an exceptional handling Golf instead?

I know which one I'd prefer Sure, not everyone has money to spend on a crappy old car - they probably spend it on other things - but it's not fair to damn those who do (and on numerous occasions).

You get what you pay for. If I were going to mix and match parts, I certainly wouldn't be going for cheapo coilovers when basic old Konis with king springs are still available for not much more.

P.S. Now I'll sit back and hope this constructive post isn't deleted...

[gtimk5]

Point taken Stu and I am sorry if you thought that what I wrote was pointed at you personally mate.

[Valver.]

Point taken Stu and I am sorry if you thought that what I wrote was pointed at you personally mate.

That's fine - but I felt something needed to be said... Nothing taken personally at this end, but I think you know where I'm coming from

Enough tension on this little island as it is!!

[16v_kid]

If you want people to look at you mk1 and go WOW know thats something you dont see every day you have to spend money. e.g valvers mk1 turbo. i would have to say thats probs the best mk1 iv ever seen with my eyes
That car is mint from the bottom to the top

[Valver.]

Holy crap! stupid dollar! In that case i may look into buying DMS dampers when i'm ready. Are the DMS dampers bump/rebound adjustable?

Back on topic... Yeah, isn't it crazy?!! To do anything to these cars now is just crazily expensive.

I've given KWs the 'big-up' everywhere up until recently, but the price bracket they're in now is putting them in line with some big stuff!

I also got a price on the new H&R TwinTube inoxlines for a Mk1 and they're $3,995 RRP It's not the fault of our distributors (who I feel sorry for as they're going to lose sales), but it still sucks @ss.

Yes, DMS have the works in terms of adjustment. They're pretty much indescribable in the ride and handling department

[WABIT]

lol...... 16v kid

that had nothing to do with this thread....

lets keep to topic, but yes.... tiz a very fine automobile indeed

dom

[16v_kid]

lol...... 16v kid

that had nothing to do with this thread....

lets keep to topic, but yes.... tiz a very fine automobile indeed

dom

lol i dont get it....

[Jarred]

lol i dont get it....

thats the thing mate. more reading less posting for a while perhaps?

as for coils. I've driven (or rode in} a few cars with hottunnings. I don't mind them.
as purely astetic mod (ie lowering] I think they fit the bill, and provide a decent, ride, although pretty rough over bumps at times.

Carl has DMS in his mk 2. that things low, stiff and still rides good.

But for the price difference I could live with the hottunnings, even though more uncomfortable. the price justfy's that, in respect to Andrews comments about old cars, & expensive suspension etc.