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    ECS ordering protocol for Bora 4Mo?

    Yep! Me again with another stupid question lol

    When ordering from ECS for items to fit my 01 Bora 4Motion what car am i supposed to choose suspension parts for?
    Am i safe ordering from the Mk4 Jetta VR6 24v? i thought the VR6 was a FWD?
    If not, then MK4 Golf V6 24v?

    I don't wanna drop a bunch of cash on parts that i can't use

    Thanks guys

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    R32 is your best bet, they never got the 4mo setup in a bora or non 32 golf in the US
    Bora gone
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    Depends what you are getting.
    Brakes = MK1 Audi TT 225hp
    Suspension, and drivetrain = MK4 R32 Golf
    Engine, body panels, interior panels = MK4 24v VR6 Jetta
    Can't get anythink like Floor mats etc as they will be LHD.

    Hope this helps!

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    AHhhh OK!

    Did not see thee .:R Models up the top

    Thanks guys!

    P.S. Would replacing old/worn stock 4Mo struts/shocks with stock R32 gear worth doing? Mush difference to stock 4Mo struts?
    P.P.S. Also adding a stage 2 front end refresh kit.
    Last edited by Caffeine; 22-05-2014 at 12:07 AM.

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    Seb at Euro Automotive is an ECS seller. He will point you in the right direction and may even have what you after in stock. Give him a call.
    0410 541 322

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    If you need to replace your bora shocks and want to stay relatively stock then r32 is the way to go. Slightly shorter springs and firmer shocks from memory
    Bora gone
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    Am i able to use the Bora spring on the .:R32 struts? Would that give a similar rid height to the Bora but with a stiffer ride?

    I'm currently tossing up buying used .:R32 struts + springs off ebay UK for $80 per corner plus $60 postage for both. Don't know if it is worth it though when they cost $175 brand new from ECS. The main difference is the overall cost of postage on my ECS order. Nearly $80 less postage with 2 fronts struts removed from the shopping cart.

    Anyway, a decision needs to be made and an order placed within 48 hours.

    Do you guys mind if i throw up a few link from the ECS website and have you (hopefully) confirm that i am about to buy the right gear for my 4Mo?

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    Any reason why you want to keep the bora springs. Bring it down a touch and the control arms will be closer to level.
    Throw a link up
    Bora gone
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    The main reason is because i don't want to lower the car in any way before i take it in for the blue slip. I have also had a recent sump scare but i suspect thats because the standard shocks are rooted?

    Other question?
    Do the tie rod assemblies from the .:R32 go in the Bora 4Mo?

    Links....

    Tie Rods:
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    Suspension:
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    Other:
    http://www.ecstuning.com/ES2608921/
    http://www.ecstuning.com/Volkswagen-...3.2/ES1303001/

    I will likely buy coilovers after i get some wheels but that wont be for a month or two. Thats the reason for considering second hand ebay units.
    I would also consider some lowered springs and quality shocks as an alternative.
    Anybody know what the ride would be like with standard springs and these?
    http://www.ecstuning.com/ES1040/
    http://www.ecstuning.com/ES1042/

    I can either get the Bilsteins the first time and attempt to get the ride height as close to the eye as optimal OR i can save as much cash as i can on this order and have more to spend on coilovers.

    Thanks for the help Dylan

    Decision decisions...

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