Suspension products for 2006 volkswagen gti mkv standard model. The springs on your car are an important component of the suspension system and along with the shocks should be checked at least once a year. Minimizes wheel gap but doesnt rattle you to death go ahead and do. When your love for volkswagen extends far beyond the drivers seat, vw drivergear offers the items and accessories you need to voice your brand appreciationloud and clear.
The official driver gearvwr spring thread page 101 vw. I have the golf tdi 4door, so a gti is supposed to be a little lower than mine in stock form. My 08 gti stage 2 hpfp 4th gear accelaretion, i think there is a boost leak or something, or carbon build up, cause when i ad octane booster, it. Enhance the appearance of your ride and vw driver s gear springs manufactured by eibach. Vw mkvia6 golf family including jetta sportwagen 20102014. In some cases, a modified car is easy to spot, but some owners take off the aftermarket gear and replace the factory stuff prior to selling, so a. Feb 16, 2015 subscribe and like for more videos to come.
People also like to change their springs when performing suspension modifications on their cars. In this example, we installed neuspeed springs on the stock gli shocks. The official driver gearvwr spring thread vw gti mkvi forum. Suspension installation vw mkv gti jetta gli gti rabbit 2. Drivetrain performance motor, exhaust, intake, transmission. Aug 31, 2011 i am on stock springs with the koni yellows and i feel that this is the perfect daily drive suspension. So im thinking of getting some springs to lower my gti a bit come warmer weather.
Youll find plenty of excitement, along with a standard 228hp engine achieved with premium fuel, and standard features like a torquesensing limitedslip differential, and highperformance front and rear brakes with the golf gti logo on front calipers. Is the only difference the springs or is there more to it. Looks better than stock, as much as i would love to slam this car it is my commuter and i wanted to retain the ride. Why the mk5 golf gti is the perfect car for petrolheads on a. Dec 04, 2010 the official driver gear vwr spring thread. You want to look for worn out bushingsmounts along with any damage including rust to the spring. Vw mk6 golf gti lowering springs 20102014 modded euros. Purchase a springs driver gear for mk7 golf, part number. Vw mkvmkvi coilover suspension installation proper service and repair procedures are vital to the safe, reliable operation of all motor vehicles as well as the personal safety of those performing the repairs. The slightly lower driver gear springs would make for a nice visual change and slightly improved roll control slightly stiffer but minus the wheel gap, the stock springs with koni yellows are an excellent combination.
Non damper coilover suspension kits fits 0612 vw gti 0307 golf mk5 mkv fits. Dec 04, 2010 im wondering if mkv 2dr manual springs would look the same if not a tiny bit lower on my mkv than 2dr dsg springs. Have you considered driver gear springs as far as suspension goes. And if the only difference is the springs can can you fit them on the gti. Jun 01, 2015 the mk5 gti is a strong platform to begin with. These springs are linear and provide a smooth and consistent ride thats designed. Vw mk5 gti rabbit lowering springs 2006 2009 interested in giving your 20062009 mk5 gti, rabbit or r32 a new aggressive stance. How to install springs on a mk6 vw golf, r, gti part 1. I have gone the driver gear springs route in the past and liked them. Genuine oem coil springs for volkswagen gti for sale ebay. One thing to keep in mind between oem and aftermarket springs is the difference between linear and progressive rate. Volkswagen golf gti mk v rear spring replacement 20062009.
How to change the suspension on a 20062007 mkv gti or jetta gli. Ive just purchased a roll of gold for my mk5 gti, mainly because it looks bad ass. Start with oe sport or sport spring options for modest lowering that wont have you adding your chiropractor to speed dial. Vw offer dedicated springs for dsg and manual, 2d and 4d, giving the opportunity.
The photos are nice, but i keep hoping someone will actually measure from the ground to the fender lip. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Feb 01, 2000 therefore, it comes as no surprise that the neuspeed gti was 0. Unless the springs are actually made specifically to go with your stock shocks. Parts volkswagen golf mkv 20062009 suspension page. Upgrade the looks and handling of your volkswagen gti with this set of sport lowering springs right from the vw parts bin and hs tuning. I have a few questions for those that have gotten these springs. I went with this kit because sachs race engineering designed the shocksstruts they make the stock ones for vw and audi and autotech designed the springs. The procedures outlined should be the same for gti, golf, and rabbit on the same platform, but for this writeup, we used a 2006 gli. I might just say eff this crap and get the springs for my selected vehicle. I am on stock springs with the koni yellows and i feel that this is the perfect daily drive suspension. This spring set will lower your your gti by approximately 1 inch. Suspension parts for volkswagen gti 2008 mkv models.
I just bought a new 2012 gti 4 dr and id like to lower it. Spring rates are similar to the stock gti springs, so same handling and ride comfort. With three settings of suspension firmness to choose. There have been few threads discussing about vwr springs which should be. Can you all post up any photos you have of your mkvi golf tdi with drivers gear springs installed. The official driver gearvwr spring thread vw gti mkvi. Rear coil springs for volkswagen golf for sale ebay. Springs driver gear for mk7 golf 5g4071677e deutsche. The rear springs can break right at the end of their coil, too, and will add. Theyre relatively cheap and designed to work with the stock struts. Volkswagen racing sport springs page 5 golfmk7 vw gti. I bought a set of the vw drivergear springs for a tdi 4 door wdsg. But i believe vws driver gear springs offer more of a drop and are slightly stiffer than stock gti. Does anyone know the differences between the golf r suspension and the gti suspension us spec.
I firmly believe that this is the best, most wellrounded driver s. The best mod for your manual vw clutch pedal stop install diy. When your love for volkswagen extends far beyond the drivers seat, vw drivergear offers the items and. Mar 08, 2012 does anyone know the differences between the golf r suspension and the gti suspension us spec. Rear suspension coil spring 0609 vw rabbit golf gti mk5 genuine stock. Megan racing lowering springs for 0609 volkswagen golf mkv gti 0610 jetta fits.
Vw mk5 gti rabbit lowering springs 20062009 modded euros. Give your vwaudi the speed and style it deserves at eurotek tuning. At some stage between last months introduction to project gti and sitting. Spring rates can be tricky to measure, especially if the spring is progressively wound. The mk5 golf gti relishes a smooth, measured driving style, and its. Ive tried searching, and best i can tell, the manual vs dsg lower differently. What is the parts nos for the drivers gear springs for vw gti mk5 4drs dsg 2. I dont think using dg is common among mk 7 gti but i would like to see if any members here can post your dg spring before and after the installation. I will post pics when i wash my car, so it doesnt look like a. When your love for volkswagen extends far beyond the driver s seat, vw drivergear offers the items and accessories you need to voice your brand appreciationloud and clear. Lifestyle merchandise for the volkswagen enthusiast. While they say vw driver s gear on them, if a sa or tech gets savy, and the realize these are not maderecommended for your gti, the warranty factor is no longer valid. Mkvmkvi gti diy front suspension install on gti mkv.
Even tho vw doesnt have drivers gear springs for the gti, the tdi. The old fasiones method of kg or pounds per inch doesnt apply to progressively wound springs in the same way. Get the best deals on genuine oem coil springs for volkswagen gti when you. Shipped to your door or now offering curbside pickup in wadsworth, ohio. Here is a list so we can try to make it as easy as possible. Im going to install the oem springs on the drivers side strut, then reinstall that on the car. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that the neuspeed gti was 0.
Apr k04 apr fmic apr downpipe apr boost tap apr carbonio driver gear springs apr front and rear sway detroits awe boost gauge bfi engtrans ecs. Vw mk6 golf gti lowering springs 2010 2014 lowering springs or coil springs can improve the styling of your mk6 gti or golf by reducing fender gap and giving it that stanced look, but can also improve handling by lowering the cars center of gravity which reduces body roll and frontend dive. Got the vw driver gear springs installed monday, here are some before and after pictures, will probably settle some more, so ill take more pictures in a few weeks. Important notes while suspension products shipped will match your. The official driver gear vwr spring thread page 4 vw. Beginners guide to modifying an mk5 gti modded euros blog. Nov 14, 2014 dg volkswagen driver gear springs or euro eibach pro springs, which are the same, just different color. Suspension parts for volkswagen gti 2006 mkv models. Plus, i think the drivers gear springs for the gti. We have had a lot of questions about the driver gear springs and what part number fits what application. I am no longer left guessing what my car will do next under hard turns. This video will walk you through the process to remove and install aftermarket lowering springs on your mk7 golf or gti.
I would love to try out the vwr springs and sways, it just so happened they werent officially released by the time i bought the dg springs. To each their own, but definitely read up about linear rates versus progressive spring rates. Mk6, mk7 gti clutch replacement south bend stage 2 endurance. Koni yellow and dg springs mk6 gti looking to sell as a set. Candy white mk6 dsg oem original poster 1 point 20 days ago. Place your orders online or via phone with one of our enthusiast experts. While they say vw drivers gear on them, if a sa or tech gets savy, and the realize these are not maderecommended for your gti, the warranty factor is no longer valid.
Prokit performance springs set of 4 springs volkswagen gti mkv. If you are interested in upgrading to either go faster, sit lower or sound better, this guide will give you some general direction. Mk7 gti vwr lowering spring diy how to install youtube. Vwr sport springs mk7 gti vwr31g7gt 3779 usp motorsports.
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