MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Modifications & Technical Area => Performance Modifications => Topic started by: Wragg on November 07, 2013, 02:12:24 pm

Title: H&R -30mm lowering springs
Post by: Wragg on November 07, 2013, 02:12:24 pm
Is any one out there running the H&R 30mm lowering springs.. I need to replace a standard spring that has failed.. so might as well replace all 4 for something a bit lower as the mk5 Gti seems quite high..

The road quality in my area is awful so coilovers are not an option.. I want a slightly lower ride while still maintaing an OEM comfort and original dampers..

Options seem to be
H&R 30mm
Eibach 20/30mm
Ap 20mm

Just wondering what experiences people have had with either product, not sure I like the sound of eibachs different heights from front to back, but can be persuaded if they are the ones to have

Cheers
Title: Re: H&R -30mm lowering springs
Post by: daz_pd on November 07, 2013, 05:55:09 pm
Have had Eibach on my Octavia, very nice product, feels sportier, handles better, looks a a little lower, just a little stiffer, say maybe 15-20% more than stock, just dont expect a big drop and you wont be dissappointed
Title: Re: H&R -30mm lowering springs
Post by: Bradders on November 08, 2013, 03:37:02 pm
Had H&R springs fitted yesterday after the guys at power valve recommended them. Very pleased with the look and ride.
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,30806.msg792572.html#msg792572
Title: Re: H&R -30mm lowering springs
Post by: GarethB on November 08, 2013, 03:48:02 pm
H&R products are excellent.

The 30mm lowering spring imo are spot on. They give a noticeable drop without destroying the ride quality  :happy2:
Title: Re: H&R -30mm lowering springs
Post by: skard on November 08, 2013, 03:49:17 pm
My car came with H&R's, as the shocks were fecked I put an AP kit on (big mistake as they are pants), then bought a B12 Sportline kit which I should have just got in the first place.

I prefer the Eibachs to the H&R's personally, but both are highly regarded.
Title: Re: H&R -30mm lowering springs
Post by: Wragg on November 08, 2013, 07:04:36 pm
Cheers guys your opinions and advice are very much appreciated
 :happy2: