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Title: Bilstein b12s or H&R clubsport
Post by: gazon69 on February 04, 2012, 11:00:51 pm

I want to change my suspension (again) but not going down the coilover route again.Has anyone had any experience with either of the above kits, which gives the ride quality, looks the best stance wise, handling. Any pics would be appreciated. B12s i have seen for £750, H&R's £515. Opinions also appreciated. Ta.  :happy2:

Title: Re: Bilstein b12s or H&R clubsport
Post by: Kregiel on February 04, 2012, 11:26:08 pm

I've had b12 set for 4 months now and handling is superb. I also have ARB to compliment the set but it is very stiff when cornering which is great for cornering. It also also suprisingly comfortable for daily use with only a bit more stiff than stock. But when pushed hard this is where you really see the difference as it becomes really stiff. I contemplated b16 set due to adjustability but very happy I went b12 route as it's great all around kit. You can take you car onto track for a day and then use it as daily driver.
Perfect compromise in my view

Paul

Title: Re: Bilstein b12s or H&R clubsport
Post by: gazon69 on February 05, 2012, 08:14:43 am

Thanks for that mate. Yes i was contemplating the b16's myself but i think its alot of money to throw at the car as i will hardly do any track work. Has anyone used the h&r set up

Title: Re: Bilstein b12s or H&R clubsport
Post by: fab5freddy on February 05, 2012, 10:23:17 am

I'd echo what Paul's already said

B12's a great bit of kit, i've had it on for nearly two years  :happy2:

No first hand experience of the H&R kit, i know a guy who's running it and he rates it highly  :happy2:

EDIT: I suppose it's worth bearing in mind the early B12 kit is made with H&R springs anyway,

so don't think there a million miles apart in terms of performance

(could be talking out of my a**e though)

Title: Re: Bilstein b12s or H&R clubsport
Post by: gazon69 on February 05, 2012, 10:40:56 am

I have been on venom motorsport web site and read about the b12's, it still says that they come with h&r springs but have noticed a few people on here stating that they are now bilstein shocks with eibach springs.   :confused:

Title: Re: Bilstein b12s or H&R clubsport
Post by: mkviken on February 05, 2012, 11:08:05 am

I'm going for the B12 kit - GNJ motorsport have a great price on them at the minute and all the searching i have done only has good reviews on the bilstein set up. really good quality stuff.

Title: Re: Bilstein b12s or H&R clubsport
Post by: fab5freddy on February 05, 2012, 11:17:41 am

Quote from: gazon69 on February 05, 2012, 10:40:56 am

I have been on venom motorsport web site and read about the b12's, it still says that they come with h&r springs but have noticed a few people on here stating that they are now bilstein shocks with eibach springs.   :confused:

That's what i read also. Maybe Bilstein site might have more info?

Either way Bilstein wouldn't use either spring if it wasn't up to the job i don't think

Title: Re: Bilstein b12s or H&R clubsport
Post by: berg on February 05, 2012, 11:21:12 am

b12  :happy2:

got mine from gnj - good price, good service

Title: Re: Bilstein b12s or H&R clubsport
Post by: higher1 on February 05, 2012, 01:38:48 pm

check this link might help you a little http://golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=160393 or lots of reviews http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=100863

Title: Re: Bilstein b12s or H&R clubsport
Post by: gazon69 on February 05, 2012, 02:50:28 pm

B16's it is then  :signLOL: