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- Location
- New Zealand
- Car(s)
- Mk7 1.4TSi
So had some fun today fitting some parts to my Golf TSi.
Front shocks were on the way out so replaced them with some Bilstein B6s and fitted a set of Golf GTi springs front and rear that I picked up for $25.
Whilst it was on the hoist I fitted deadset kits front and rear - was interesting to see how much the frames shifted once centred. Am looking forward to seeing the wheel alignment change to see if it evens up a bit.
A quick run after the work and what a difference. The GTi is a lot stiffer than a TSi, that’s for sure. But the ride control is almost perfect. The reduction in roll is great, as is the increase in steering feel. As we use this car for long trips I didn’t want to lower it or have overly stiff suspension, so this setup is near perfect for my needs. Will add a beefier rear sway bar and that’ll be it I’d say.
Only other suspension change is the Clubsport LCA bushes when the standard ones wore out.
Even got my wife’s approval in the change of ride - important as she drives it daily
Front shocks were on the way out so replaced them with some Bilstein B6s and fitted a set of Golf GTi springs front and rear that I picked up for $25.
Whilst it was on the hoist I fitted deadset kits front and rear - was interesting to see how much the frames shifted once centred. Am looking forward to seeing the wheel alignment change to see if it evens up a bit.
A quick run after the work and what a difference. The GTi is a lot stiffer than a TSi, that’s for sure. But the ride control is almost perfect. The reduction in roll is great, as is the increase in steering feel. As we use this car for long trips I didn’t want to lower it or have overly stiff suspension, so this setup is near perfect for my needs. Will add a beefier rear sway bar and that’ll be it I’d say.
Only other suspension change is the Clubsport LCA bushes when the standard ones wore out.
Even got my wife’s approval in the change of ride - important as she drives it daily