lowering springs S3 8P

[sturs4]

Hi all,

Ive had cars with coilovers in the past,but they are alot of money to get some worth putting on your car,so for now i was thinking of putting just springs on.Is this a good idea?ive heard a few horror stories about the standard shocks giving in after a while.Any info much appreciated.

cheers

 

[PaulAr]

Been running H&Rs for 10months or so, popular choice, and rightly so.
Tightens everything up nicely, sits the car down into a more purposeful stance.
Vastly reduces body roll and makes the car feel more responsive without being too harsh.
Can be a little bit bouncy on some roads though but worth it.
If the car hasnt done a lot of miles and the dampers are in good order then you should be ok if you stick with 25mm drop.
Wont pretend to be a chassis expert but can speak from experience.
4 wheel alignment is critical after fitting springs though.
I got my springs when Awesome had a discount running and paid £180, the £100 to a local fitter + £65 for 4wheel align at a Nationwide tyre fitter.

Good luck

Cheers
Paul

 

[sturs4]

Thanks again paul.im looking at the car on friday so fingers crossed.First job is either,springs and tints or stage 1 map and forge blow off adapter.

cheers

stu

 

[PaulAr]

No prob.
IMO get Stage 1 map first.
Big smiles, great bang for buck mod.

cheers
Paul

 

[Boydie]

H&R 25mm in my S3 the past year and they are fantastic! Looking forward to installing H&R ARB's as well to tighten the car up even more