MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Mk5 General Area => Topic started by: Clart on July 19, 2019, 09:07:01 pm

Title: Not happy with suspension
Post by: Clart on July 19, 2019, 09:07:01 pm

I've had the car a few months now and I've not really driven it much but I have decided today that I need to fix my suspension setup.
It handles great but the ride quality is shocking! Really crashy and harsh, even on the motorway!
I'm not sure what springs n shocks are on it but I'm sure they're not OEM.
What should I be looking to upgrade my current setup to?

Title: Re: Not happy with suspension
Post by: colesey on July 20, 2019, 05:54:53 am

Racingline springs / dampers are one of the more comfortable options. Not sure what tyres / pressures you are using however they will play part of of the picture. Fortunately PS4, one of the best options, are also quite comfortable.

Title: Re: Not happy with suspension
Post by: Clart on July 21, 2019, 10:50:22 am

Infinity Ecomax tyres are whats fitted to all four corners at the minute.
Do you think I should upgrade my tyres first and see if the ride comfort improves?

Title: Re: Not happy with suspension
Post by: Clart on July 21, 2019, 11:00:01 pm

Ive decided to go to CostCo Bristol tomorrow and get some PS4s...  :driver:

Title: Re: Not happy with suspension
Post by: Clart on July 24, 2019, 12:27:03 am

Costco have sold out of PS4s!!!
I've managed to order only two PS4s, should I just put them on the front and get some PS3s for the rear?

Title: Re: Not happy with suspension
Post by: muff1991 on July 24, 2019, 10:56:20 am

i'd wait and get PS4's to match on the rear :laugh:

Title: Re: Not happy with suspension
Post by: brammer on July 24, 2019, 03:10:33 pm

ATS have an offer on at the moment for Michelin tyres, 4 225/45WR17 MICH PIL SPT4 XL come in at £349.96 or 2 for £174.98. Had 2 fitted recently at my local ATS and they are great tyres.
Not a Costco member so don't know how this compares price and service wise?
 

Title: Re: Not happy with suspension
Post by: Clart on July 24, 2019, 04:10:01 pm

I need 18 inch though mate.

Title: Re: Not happy with suspension
Post by: brammer on July 24, 2019, 04:20:42 pm

Oops. Hadn't spotted that sorry.
4 of these if they are your size 225/40YR18 MICH PIL SPT4 XL are £369.96 

Title: Re: Not happy with suspension
Post by: Clart on July 24, 2019, 07:28:29 pm

Where? :driver:

Title: Re: Not happy with suspension
Post by: brammer on July 24, 2019, 11:38:55 pm

ATS again.

Title: Re: Not happy with suspension
Post by: Clart on July 25, 2019, 02:37:18 pm

Finally got my PS4s fitted!  :driver:
Ride comfort  hasn't improved much really, Suspension is the next  thing on this list...

Title: Re: Not happy with suspension
Post by: colesey on July 26, 2019, 08:37:54 am

The PS4 will settle down after a few days use though it still sounds like your suspension is the problem.

Title: Re: Not happy with suspension
Post by: pudding on July 26, 2019, 06:35:15 pm

It might be OEM, just worn out.  You'll need to jack it up and confirm.  Either way, the Raingline setup as suggested will be an improvement.

Knackered bushes, tie rods, ball joints and bearings also contributes to a rough ride.  Sounds like the car might need a chassis health check.